How To Wear 2012 Fashion Trends in 2024

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One thing you can always count on when it comes to the trend cycle is that something you used to wear as a teen will come back in style.

That’s currently the case with 2012 Tumblr/”indie sleaze” fashion, which is now trending both on and off the runway.

From ballet flats to statement necklaces, to oversized suede bags, we’ve seen plenty of these 2012 trends slowly trickling back into the fashion world.

However, these nostalgic trends tend to receive a modern makeover, which makes them more wearable (and arguably, more stylish).

Millennials, it’s your time to shine! Get ready for the 2012 fashion trends you’ll be seeing all over your FYP real soon.

Leather jackets never really go out of style, but in 2012, the iconic piece boasted a luxe-motorcycle vibe complete with edgy studs and cropped silhouettes. Well the look is back, oversized, and slightly understated. 

We know Gen Z loves to hate on skinny jeans, but it’s only a matter of time before we embrace them once again. If you want a denim alternative, you can opt for some faux-leather leggings instead. Yes, they’re coming back too. 

To finish off the look, you’ll need some combat boots, which are everywhere once again.

When it comes jewelry, it was all about boho-inspired dangly earrings (bonus points if they had feather accents) and eye-catching statement necklaces.

Lastly, no 2012 look is complete without a liquid lipstick in a moody, berry hue.

Ready to embrace nostalgia and add some key 2012 pieces back into your wardrobe?

Keep reading to shop the top 2012 trends that are making a comeback in 2024.