The year 2003 was a
reminiscent year for fashion. As always, designers around the world found
inspiration for their clothing through past trends and styles, only this time
they merged new and somewhat “futuristic” ideas with the old ones. This past
year was also the year of “gutsy fads,” consumers became bolder and braver with
not only their taste but also their dollar, and it glistened on the fashion
scene.
With snow came an array of dazzling fabrics such as
silks, velvet, suede and fur. Sequins accompanied many of these elegant
fabrics, whether it be on the skirts, shirts, or even accessories. More
practical items, such as jeans and casual wear became bolder and better once
these new twists were added. Throughout the winter, bright vivacious colors
could be seen even on the coldest of days.
Spring was the season for 1950’s and 60’s glamour.
With the warmer weather came pastels, full skirts, pointy-toed shoes, ribbons,
bows, polka dots, and pearls. Anything feminine or “cocktail” was the look.
Designers did a lot of combining this spring, things that were once fashion “no
no’s” became the hottest trends. Mixing many patterns and prints with stripes
was very hot. Eye blinding chandelier earrings could be seen on the ears of
many females around Omaha as well as every other city that stays in the know
with fashion.
As the temperatures began to
rise the necklines fell, lower that is. Hot summer temperatures brought
plunging necklines as well as the rebirth of the notorious “minis,” ultra
low-rise jeans and even panties. Many fashion conscious ladies kept up with the
latest crazes by strutting in basic tops with more complex bottoms.
This past youth-filled fall,
fashion had no limits. From 80’s flash dance wear, to tailored menswear, women
continuously made self-proclamations with their unpredictable attire.
Girls went even farther,
showing their egotistical side as they sported monogrammed shirts, purses,
wallets and anything else they could get their hands on. “I bought a matching
purse and wallet with a ‘K’ on them, they look really cool together,” said
freshman Katie Nedley. Many looked at the fall fashions with an anything goes
attitude. Trucker hats, scarves, and high heels also made quite a comeback, and
everybody was talking about “Von Dutch”.
2003 definitely kept trend
seekers guessing.