8 Fashion Trends That Need to Go Away and Why

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Fashion trends come and go, but some leave a lasting impact on style and comfort. We explore key fashion shifts, backed by expert opinions on what’s truly worth keeping in your wardrobe. From suits to sunglasses, discover which trends are fading and why it matters for your personal style.

Ditch Skinny Suits for Confident Masculine Style
Skinny suits need to be phased out. They do not properly fit the male frame. They restrict movement, flatten shape, and create a silhouette more suitable for mannequins than men. When you walk into a meeting wearing a jacket that pulls at the buttons and pants that taper like leggings, the first impression is lost in distraction. Tailoring should provide presence, not tension. Most men do not realize how much confidence comes from space — room to breathe, to move, to command.  I have spent years observing guests walk through our doors in suits that do nothing for them. They do not look sharper. They look uncomfortable. The purpose of tailored clothing is to emphasize your strengths, not disguise them in trends. Wide lapels, structured shoulders, and fuller legs — these are not relics. They are tools. They carry the history of leadership, of style rooted in strength. I have worn both cuts. The wider cut gives you posture, purpose, and longevity. The skinny cut gives you regret when you see the photos a few years later.
Style does not mean squeezing into the smallest size a brand sells. It means knowing what serves you. The obsession with looking tight and trendy has eroded the value of fit, function, and masculine lines. If you are a grown man, dress like one. Find a tailor who respects proportions. Choose pieces that add weight to your presence. Clothing is not a costume. Your suit should say you have earned the right to wear it. - Ben Davis, CEO, The Gents Place

​Abandon Fast Fashion for Timeless Wardrobe Pieces
Fast fashion’s constant turnover of micro-trends is one trend that deserves reconsideration. Unlike timeless or seasonal styles, micro-trends create pressure to continually purchase new items, often leading to waste and a lack of personal style development. As someone who runs a business focused on timeless formal wear, it’s clear that investing in quality pieces that suit one’s personal aesthetic can provide more satisfaction in the long run. Take, for example, the persistent push for one-season, hyped accessories — indulging in these often faintly echoes individuality, as many others are doing the same. Instead, focus on building a wardrobe with versatile pieces that resonate personally and can be styled across seasons. This not only enhances individuality but also promotes sustainability and mindfulness in fashion choices.
- Jean Chen, COO & CHRO, Mondressy

​Micro Bags Sacrifice Function for Fleeting Fashion
​Micro bags should be a trend of the past. While chic on social media and in staged photographs, these mini sizes serve no real purpose. Most micro bags do not have enough space to hold a phone, wallet, and even keys, compelling users to carry extra items in their hands or stuffed in other bags. Fashion thrives on fusing creativity with utility, but micro bags prioritize form over function to the point of absurdity. They send the wrong message, accentuating excess and encouraging the purchase of items solely for their aesthetic value. - Brian Lim, Founder & CEO, iHeartRaves

Breathable Comfort Trumps Impractical Mesh Bodysuits
The zero-breathability, 100 percent anxiety bodysuit of mesh. I could just step into the shrink wrap and term that couture if I wanted to look like a human sausage casing. Look, I love a dramatic outline as much as the next person. Somehow, though, we collectively came to the notion that pain equals style, and now everybody’s showing up for dinner looking like they suffer from the threat of heat stroke in a beaded fishing net.
The problem is, clothing must be comfortable on the body as well as in the mind. If I have to game out my exit strategy in my head whenever I dress — “How am I possibly going to use the restroom in this? Can I raise both arms with both shoulders intact?” — then I’m not being stylish. I’m embracing some fabric-based leap of faith. At Comfrt, our approach is guided by the principle that no pep talk should be necessary just for leaving the house. “If you need industrial shapewear, backup tape, and prayer — it’s not a trend, it’s a trap.” So farewell then, skin-clinging, sweat-gathering bodysuit. Hello, let us go back to wearing items that permit you to breathe, snack, and high-five with impunity. - Gillian Bell, Chief Revenue & Growth Officer, Comfrt

​Tiny Sunglasses Fail to Serve Their Purpose
One trend I think that needs to disappear? Micro sunglasses. Yes, the ones that only shade 12% of your actual eye and make you look as though you’ve inherited the villain’s glasses in a budget sci-fi movie. We enjoy having bold choices in our Crazy Compression halls, but there has to be a limit somewhere between style and functional necessity. Sunglasses are designed to shade your eyes, not to cause the people you’re viewing to squint in an attempt to even see that you’re sporting sunglasses.
Why should this trend expire? Because it’s style without substance — and in 2025, we need both. Let us reclaim colors that provide character and preserve your eyesight. Cool does not have to cost you the look of being forever trapped in Matrix cosplay. - Nate Banks, CEO, Crazy Compression

Handmade Items Challenge Disposable Fashion Culture
​As a beginner crocheter, I would say the trend of “one-time wear” fast fashion needs to disappear. When you spend hours creating a single handmade item, you develop a deep appreciation for the craftsmanship behind clothing. I have noticed how much waste is generated from disposable fashion while I am carefully counting stitches for a simple scarf. My OCD-like attention to detail has made me hyperaware of quality versus quantity in my wardrobe choices.
The crochet community emphasizes sustainability — we treasure handmade items, repair them when needed, and often repurpose yarn from old projects. At Crochet Craze, we encourage beginners to start with practical, timeless pieces like dishcloths or classic granny squares rather than chasing fleeting trends. Fast fashion is not only environmentally harmful but diminishes the value of craftsmanship. When I complete even a simple project, I understand why well-made items should be treasured, not tossed after one Instagram post. - Sonji Huerta, Founder, Crochet Craze

Authentic Headwear Beats Artificial Distressed Designs
​Mass-produced hats of low quality which feature artificial distressed designs should become a thing of the past. The Monterey Company holds the view that each hat needs to have a genuine background instead of pretending it endured a bar fight. Excessive application of pre-ripped visors and artificial sweat stains, along with fake vintage patches, diminishes the aesthetic value of classic headwear. The custom hat industry demands authenticity when producing high-quality trucker caps, fitted hats, and 5-panel styles. Customers want craftsmanship, not shortcuts. We must eliminate unnecessary gimmicks to restore intentional quality design which truly represents brand identity and individual style.
- Eric Turney, President / Sales and Marketing Director, The Monterey Company

Low-Rise Jeans Comeback Sparks Discomfort Concerns
Low-rise jeans freak me out just thinking about them. I know they’re making a comeback, but I just can’t get on board. Back in the day, I thought they were the coolest thing ever — I even had a few pairs and thought I looked amazing in them. But now? All I can think about is how uncomfortable they are, always needing to adjust to them, and the nightmare of sitting down in public without worrying. It’s not just about what’s trendy; it’s about comfort. Some fashion trends should stay in the past, and for me, low-rise jeans are definitely at the top of that list. Just because we used to wear them doesn’t mean we need to bring them back.
- Naima Ch, Marketing Head and SEO Specialist, Morse Code Translator