Top 2012 Trends

Whether you loved them or not, these were the trends that went from runway to reality.

Peplum

The skirted peplum silhouette helped inject femininity all through the year.

Pajama-Inspired Pants

Silky, wide-leg pants in prints that evoked bespoke pajamas were spotted on chic girls all around.

As seen at: Diane von Furstenberg, Spring 2012

Wedge Sneakers

As seen at: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Spring 2012

Baroque

An ornately gilded atmosphere settled over much of 2012, with rich fabrics and luxurious embellishments popping up everywhere.

As seen at: Dolce & Gabbana, Fall 2012

Oxblood

The unofficial color of Fall 2012 was resoundingly oxblood. The wine-soaked red had 15+ minutes of fame in every iteration.

As seen at: Jason Wu, Fall 2012

Leather-Look Pants

The rocker chic moment for the year came courtesy of leather skinnies. Done as the real thing or simply waxed denim, it was responsible for a slew of strong statements.

As seen at: Just Cavalli, Spring 2012

Leather-Sleeved Jackets

Statement sleeves were big as the weather turned cooler, with simple anoraks and parkas suddenly feeling a lot more fashion-forward.

As seen at: Versus, Fall 2012

Printed Pants

Bold bottoms looked fearless on the year’s runways. Done in the real world, the trend came to life best as attention-grabbing denim.

As seen at: Balmain, Fall 2012