Instagram is a platform many people use when it comes to setting trends and exploring the ones that already exist. In the year 2016 we have come across beauty and fashion trends that have come back into style like '90s grunge and the matte lip. Now there are new trends surfacing that deserve to be looked at again in the future.
1. Sporty-chic fashion
This trend is putting a feminine edge on the traditional sporty look. The look is accessible to even the girls who take no interest in athletics. It has become socially acceptable to sport (no pun intended) brands like Nike and Adidas solely for the purpose of fashion. Any oversized T-shirt with either of these clothing companies' logos or just a Calvin Klein sports bra paired with a bomber jacket, a baseball cap worn to the front, a pair of joggers or Adidas leggings and your choice of sneakers is an outfit that many of us ladies have recently sought after. Footwear like Nike Air Force 1’s and Stan Smith’s seem to be the best pick for finishing off this look. The infamous Kylie Jenner is the king of the sporty chic fad, which is quite fitting as she is the new female face of Adidas.
2. Red-ink tattoos
It has become popular for young women to buy themselves a little bit of ink, either to express themselves or to just say that they own a tattoo. “Basic” has been an adjective coined the phrase "nothing special" and can be used perfectly when it comes to many tattoos on our Instagram news feeds. Instagram is home to the basic pieces like dreamcatchers, infinity signs, family members' names, geometric patterns and any quote with the word “vibe” in it; fortunately, there is a new trend of tattoo surfacing. Red-ink tattoos are unique and edgy and always deserve a second look when they are seen on the skin. Any dainty tattoo executed in red ink rather than the typical black ink will automatically look more intriguing. Despite rumors that red ink contains cancer-causing toxins, it actually is the best color to use when trying to get your money’s worth. It is completely safe to use.
3. Half-up, half-down hair
The best feeling in this summer heat is to pull your hair out of your face. However, some girls have always felt most confident and more put together when they style their hair down. Buns, ponytails, and loosely fallen hair seem to never go out of style, so why not do half and a half? The half-up, half down look is trending because it is both chic and effortless. It is a great summer hairstyle and will transition well into the fall. The look can be achieved with nearly any hair length and every texture. This five-minute style simply involves separating the top layer of your hair from the bottom, tying the top half up and keeping the bottom half down. The best part is that it can be personalized to fit any occasion or aesthetic. Whether the bun/ponytail is messy or slick, tied in the mid-back of the head or right on top, it will always look fun, sexy and sassy.
4. Fake freckles
Face freckling is another look trending on social media. Makeup artists have perfected the technique by using everyday makeup products like brown gel eyeliner and brow pencils. This trend is fun because it allows girls to experiment with their skin or to embrace the skin they were naturally given. Whether you are embellishing an existing beauty mark or dotting one on from scratch, faux freckles will complement your sun-kissed skin and any skin tone for that matter! Some may feel the need to cover up their freckles because in many magazines they are airbrushed off in photos of models and celebrities; therefore, this trend is quite refreshing. Not only does it show the beauty of freckles, but by having them be desirable, it proves that “clear” skin is not the only type of skin representing perfection and appeal. All skin is perfect and beautiful; this quirky look adds a twist to the everyday makeup routine and is ideal to try for the summer.
Whether you are the athletic girl who likes to play with makeup, the girly girl who wants to experiment with sporty clothing or the plain Jane with a curiosity for body art, these four trends will enhance and entertain you.
