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We’ve all been there. You’re stuck for what to wear, despite your clothes bursting out of your wardrobe door.
While it might feel tempting to reach for your trusty cargo trousers, comfy ripped jeans or velour tracksuit, fashion expert Rochelle White says you might be in need of an urgent closet refresh or risk being labelled cringe – young-person speak for ‘uncool’.
The celebrity stylist, from Milton Keynes, has revealed the 10 outdated garments, accessories and shoes that should be left in 2025, ranging from wearing neon hues to daring cropped ensembles showing underboob.
Instead, there is now a push for people to achieve the old-money aesthetic, a look full of classics with subtle logos that last year upon year and never go out of style.
‘There has been an increase in “quiet luxury” and timeless trends,’ she told the Daily Mail. ‘[They want] a more refined wardrobe and to invest in more basics and pieces that are seasonless.
‘People want to always be on trend, and have room to spend their money on some seasonal pieces as and when needed.’
While sometimes outdated trends can get a new lease on life, here are all the outdated looks that need to be left in 2025, and the chic pieces you should be adding to your basket…
1. Cargo trousers
Model Emily Ratajkowski is pictured wearing oversized khaki cargo trousers in Paris in 2024 for a Vans event
A big trend coming out of the Covid-19 pandemic, there was a time when it felt like everyone’s sons and daughters were raiding their father’s 90s wardrobe for baggy, carpenter jeans.
In the late 2010s and 2020s, green camo print and military wear had a resurgence after spending years being seen on Moschino, Miu Miu and Dior runways.
Although they have still clung onto their popularity, albeit by a thread, in 2025, Rochelle believes a recent cultural shift has taken place, which will see the garment become obsolete.
‘They are seen as overdone and not really a trend worth wearing,’ she said. ‘They have been replaced with baggy, wide leg, boot cut trousers (thanks Kendrick Lamar) and even clean, straight leg jeans.’
2. Over-ripped / distressed jeans
Actress and singer Hilary Duff was strolling around Los Angeles sporting ripped blue jeans in 2022
The famous jeans that had every 2016 fashionista in a chokehold. From Kylie Jenner to Margot Robbie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, it seemed as though every woman had at least three pairs in their closet.
But now, distressed jeans have not been seen in years and those who dare to wear them are labelled ‘cringey’ or what the youngsters call ‘cheugy’, which means outdated and unfashionable.
Rochelle agrees. She said: ‘These items can come across as messy and not put together.
‘This look has been overdone, and many people are finding it can come across as unpolished and showing too much in certain areas.’
3. Neon colours
Actress Blake Lively stepped out in an all neon green suit while she was in New York City in 2018
In the spring of 2024, Charli XCX brought back bright green with her single ‘brat’. If you wore anything remotely slime green, you were seen as chic and in vogue by Gen Z.
Before then, neon colours were bottled up and kept in a 1980s time capsule, along with those dreaded shoulder pads, acid-wash and hideous tie-dye.
‘Bright and fluorescent are usually saved for the festival and rave scene,’ Rochelle said. In normal everyday life, they’re no longer a go-to. The tones are more natural and neutral.’
4. Flashy designer logos
Influencer Molly-Mae Hague posted a picture on her Instagram sporting an Essentials hoodie and wheeling a Louis Vuitton case
Although that Adidas, Nike or CK Jeans T-shirt may be comfy and feel familiar, the celebrity stylist says it might be time to consider letting go of garments with flashy designer logos in 2026.
In the mid-2010s, one of the biggest trends was streetwear. Brands like Supreme and Stussy were highly sought-after, along with your children begging you for a Hype backpack to fit in at school.
But if you had a little more cash, you might splurge on Louis Vuitton, Gucci or Burberry. Showing off wealth was very much encouraged, whereas now, it appears to be the opposite.
‘Bold logos are and can be seen as tacky, loud and attention-grabbing,’ Rochelle said. ‘There is more of a shift to quiet luxury and branding.’
5. Mini / micro items
The Jacquemus Chiquito bag shot to fame from 2019 onwards but it is now deemed ‘cringe’ to wear one, according to Rochelle
As 2026 is fast approaching, let me ask you this: when was the last time you saw anyone wear a Jacquemus chiquito bag?
It seemed impossible to escape the impractical, almost £600 bag in 2019 and as years have gone on, it’s almost as though they have fallen into a black hole.
Minidresses were worn by It-girls in 2023, and miniskirts had their place in 2024. But in the new year, pencil and tailored skirts will be the ‘must-have’ garments, according to Rochelle.
‘Mini and micro items are seen as less practical and not very sophisticated in more formal and even casual settings. People are leaning more towards pencil skirts and tailored skirts as they come across as more sophisticated, elegant and season-less.
‘Mini garments can have a moment at festivals and raves, but for everyday clothing, it is not seen as a staple or a go-to.’
6. Velour tracksuits and co-ords
Paris Hilton is pictured wearing a matching velour tracksuit walking around in Los Angeles in 2011
In the 2000s, fashion seemed to be all about Juicy Couture. Having that bedazzled ‘Juicy’ spelt in rhinestones across your rear end was highly sought after and nostalgic for Millennials, who grew up with Paris Hilton parading around California in a matching tracksuit.
Fast forward to the early 2020s, Urban Outfitters collaborated with Juicy Couture to bring out tracksuits exclusive to the store that also appealed to Gen Z.
However, Rochelle believes this is a short-lived trip back to the past.
‘This has a moment back in 2023 with a resurgence with Alex Earle and her collaboration with Juicy Couture, as well as TikTok and creators and influencers playing a part in bringing that style back,’ she said.
‘As much as this was a great throwback, I feel that now the moment has passed and consumers are looking for performance and athleisure items, with oversized garments.’
7. Fake designer pieces
Rochelle believes bootleg garments will always ‘have their moment’ and their place but thinks that as we move further into a world where fashion trumps loud, obnoxious fake labels will be seen as ‘cringe’.
She said: ‘[People] are investing in better quality items or spending [their money] on the odd designer-led piece.
‘I feel that high street brands such as Zara are great at this. You can get quality pieces that feel high-end without the price tag.’
She thinks that customers will likely invest in a couple of designer pieces rather than spend their money on countless fakes that wouldn’t last nearly as long.
8. Cropped items / showing underboob
The underboob was all the rage in 2017 and it recently had a resurgence in 2024, with Emma Chamberlain, Halsey and Zendaya all seen donning the style during various star-studded events.
But extremely cropped items are designed to show off your cleavage is now considered ‘cringe’, according to Rochelle.
She said: ‘It is no longer a key piece. It had a [brief] moment, but moving in 2026, we might see less of it. It is a look that needs to be replaced or retired altogether.’
9. Bright pink
Amanda Holden is pictured wearing a bright pink dress during filming for Britain’s Got Talent last year
In 2023, it felt like we could not escape Barbie. Fans went to the cinema dressed in pink, having planned their outfits weeks in advance.
But Rochelle said wearing bright pink might make you look outdated, therefore leading to a fashion faux pas.
‘There has been a change in attitude towards bright colour,’ she said. ‘I feel that Barbie pink really had a moment when the movie came out.
‘But, now it is not as popular as it was a few years ago. Times have not changed and bright colours are not so much the rage. Neutral and earthy tones alongside muted or seasonal hues [are now in].’
10. Tall Ugg boots
Selena Gomez is pictured wearing tall Ugg boots in 2011 at the height of the trend during a trip to Tokyo
If you frequently keep up with fashion pages on TikTok and Instagram, you’ll know that influencers and It-girls cannot get enough of the short Ugg boots.
In the autumn and winter months, they pop up almost every year online, styled immaculately. But you don’t commonly see tall Ugg boots.
Rochelle thinks the longer version of the boot for women is seen as a ‘passe, dated, old lady boot’.
She added: ‘The newer, shorter boot, either to the ankle, half ankle or slider type has become the go-to and more popular across many consumers. They are seen as a more cosy and more modern alternative.’
WHAT IS ON TREND NOW
Rochelle believes ‘quiet luxury’ will continue to be on the rise for 2026 – and here’s what you need to be wearing to nail it…
1. Adidas VL Court 3.0 trainer
Rochelle says: ‘This is a court-style trainer that gives a retro edge without being too chunky or branded-out (Sambas, Gazelles and Puma Palermo Leather Trainer are also great for quiet luxury looks and also very much on par with this type of style).’
Rochelle says: ‘This is a breathable linen, relaxed yet polished drape. Neutral, timeless, luxe feel without shouting.’
Rochelle says: ‘Tweed is really having a moment, with its heritage fabric, modern cut; it works as a statement piece without being trendy for the sake of trend.’
Rochelle says: ‘This is a streamlined silhouette, minimal design; versatile for layering or wearing on its own.’
5. Next soft touch crew-neck jumper/ cardigan
Rochelle says: ‘This is a soft cotton, classic shape and ideal for timeless knitwear.’
Rochelle says: ‘This is a subtle sheen, minimalist cut, helps to elevate basics in a quiet luxury way.’
Rochelle says: ‘This is a relaxed shape, high-quality knit, neutral tone and perfect for that lazy-luxury weekend.’
8. New Look button‑through long sleeve top
Rochelle says: ‘This is a simple, classic, versatile shirt, which can be dressed up or down.’
