Keeping up with new trends is a fun way to dress fashionably and express yourself. Fashion trends change so quickly, though, and it can be tough to keep up with that fast-paced world. To help you out, we've put together a list of useful tips for staying ahead of the most important trends in fashion. With these tricks, you'll always be the most informed and stylish person in the room!

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Tune in to fashion week for upcoming trends.

  1. Fashion week happens twice a year in New York, Milan, Paris, and London. Since these cities are the fashion capitals of the world, they're the main hubs for runway shows during fashion week. Fashion week previews styles for the upcoming season every February and September—for instance, in September, the runways showcase fashions for the next spring/summer.[1] If you want to stay ahead of trends, fashion week is one of the best sources out there!
    • Don’t worry, the dates are staggered so each city gets its own week and upcoming dates are posted online far in advance.[2]
    • Some shows are open to the public and others can be live-streamed. Fashion magazines and bloggers will cover the shows extensively, as well, so you'll have plenty of ways to tap in.[3]
    • Up-and-coming new designers often make their debuts during fashion week.[4]
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Pay attention to current runway collections.

  1. Check out what’s happening in haute couture and ready-to-wear. Haute couture features one-of-a-kind designer items that you can’t buy in stores. Ready-to-wear features more wearable items from designers that are mass-produced and available in stores. Both are important when it comes to trend spotting!
    • Designers often loan haute couture items to celebrities to wear on the red carpet, where so many trends begin.[5]
    • Haute couture is an art form; designers often use these shows to make social, political, and environmental statements.[6]
    • Some designers combine haute couture and ready-to-wear in a single show; others do separate shows for each collection.
    • Big designer names include Saint Laurent, Gucci, Valentino, Dior, Tom Ford, Chanel, Alexander McQueen, Hermès, Givenchy, Armani, Marc Jacobs, Balenciaga, Versace, and Louis Vuitton.[7]
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Subscribe to the best fashion magazines.

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Use hashtags to explore trends on social media.

  1. Specific hash tags are a quick path to the content you want to see! If you want to navigate fashion on social media without wasting any time, hashtags are the way to go. There are specific hashtags for fashion trends, events, designers, bloggers, photography, types of clothing and accessories, and much more.[11] Here are a few options to get you started:
    • General: #fashion, #fashionista, #fashionstyle, #fashiongram, #fashionaddict, #fashionpost, #fashionlover, #fashiondaily, #styletrends
    • Blogs, publications, and influencers: #fashionblogger, #fashionblog, #fashiondiaries, #fashionmagazine, #styleblogger, #fashioninfluencer
    • Events: #fashionweek, #fashionshow, #fashionweekstyle, #fashionweekend, #fashionshows, #runwayfashion
    • Designers and professionals: #fashiondesigner, #fashionstylist, #fashionphotographer, #fashionbrand, #fashioneditor
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Keep up with celebrity trends.

  1. Popular celebrities have a lot of influence over fashion trends. Many stylish celebrities, like Kim Kardashian, Taylor Swift, and Beyonce, have become powerful fashion influencers through their social media profiles and online platforms. Since there are tons of celebrities out there, start by following actors and musicians you already admire, especially if you’ve seen them rocking killer styles in the past.[12]
    • A few celebrities that are big in fashion right now: the Hadid sisters, the Jenner sisters, Hailey Baldwin, Rihanna, and Victoria Beckham.
    • The Zoe Report is a great online source run by famous stylist and blogger Rachel Zoe.
    • Fashion websites and magazines cover celebrity trends, too. If you aren’t sure where to start, check out the celebrity style sections on sites like The Trend Spotter and Who What Wear.[13]
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Read fashion blogs.

  1. Fashion bloggers cover all the newest trends and best designers. Designers often ask influential bloggers to promote and wear their newest pieces. They also get invited to exclusive fashion events and write extensively about them, which is awesome. Plus, bloggers include personal thoughts and opinions in their posts, which really sets their content apart from corporate fashion publications.[15]
    • Start by searching phrases like “best fashion bloggers,” “blogs about fashion designers,” and “fashion trend blogs” and get to reading!
    • YouTube vloggers create frequent content that you can check out.
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Go window shopping regularly.

  1. Retail stores usually get new styles at the start of each season. One easy way to stay informed about fashion trends is by paying attention to what merchandise stores are selling.[17] Head to your local mall or drop into your favorite department stores at least once a season to see what styles are trending on the racks.
    • Don’t forget to check the mannequins! They usually sport collection highlights.
    • Branch out and explore new stores, too. You may think a certain brand just isn't your style, but you still might learn something valuable about new trends.
    • You can “window shop” online, too.

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    Where can I get fashion inspiration?
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    Try keeping up with what's coming out on the runways. You can also read magazines and newspapers to keep up with different trends. Also, many bloggers, models, and designers use Twitter and Instagram to share information about their favorite trends and sources of inspiration.
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    How do I keep up with what the next big trend will be?
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    Ashley Kahn is a Wardrobe Stylist based in Houston, Texas. With over 10 years of experience, Ashley styles women both in-person and virtually and is passionate about empowering women through the art of personal style. She believes every woman deserves to feel comfortable, classy, and confident every single day. Ashley holds a business degree from Sam Houston State University. She has been featured on KPRC's Channel 2 Houston Life and ABC 13's Check This Out Houston and in the Houstonia magazine. Ashley has also hosted Macy’s “The Wardrobe Edit” and the “It List” fashion shows.
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    Pay attention to Fashion Week. In the fall, the runways will show the styles that will be sold for the next spring and summer, and in the spring, you'll have the fall shows. When you look over the styles from the shows, you'll be able to spot trends that will be big for the next season.
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    I'm 11 years old. How can I follow fashion trends?
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    When you're following fashion trends, it can be frustrating if you don't have the time, money and opportunity to try out the latest fashions for yourself. Think of it this way - you have a great opportunity now to try out creative fashion options that older people with jobs and other commitments often can't! Using your favorite designers for inspiration, consider looking into thrift stores in your area to create unique looks. Remember, the style blogger Tavi Gevinson was about your age when she started her hit blog chronicling her fashion adventures. Good luck!
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Dressing fashionably is a great way to express yourself, and you can keep up with fashion trends by browsing social media and reading fashion publications. One of the best ways to keep up with trends is to watch runway shows. You can see footage from these on Style.com and Nowfashion.com. You might also look at websites like Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar to find articles about what’s trending. Even if you don’t see yourself wearing some of these high-end clothes, if you pay attention to the shapes and colors you may be able to spot similar styles the next time you go shopping. You might also try searching the hashtag “fashion” to find inspiration on Instagram or Twitter. To learn how to reorganize your closet to stay on top of trends, read on!

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