1986, Trend of Excess

Leo, Peter. "Fashion Trend Full of Holes." Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: 11. Jun. 1986.

This editorial concerning an upcoming trend of not only worn jeans, but worn-out jeans highlights some interesting and varying thoughts on the current state of fashion in 1986. The opinion of the editor is clearly that paying extra for holes in designer jeans is outrageous and unpractical. This is also a trend highlighting clear excesses, as the holes are made by breaking down the fibers that make-up the textile used in creating these jeans, wearing them out much faster than normal. I believe this trend is a clear example of the excesses and prosperity of the 1980s.

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2008 Moccasin Trend

Minnetonka sales representatives distributed these flyers at the World Shoe Association Show in August 2008 to further emphasize to buyers the current moccasin trend that is seen in the media. Celebrities are wearing moccasins, although I have noticed people wearing moccasins as a trend item for about a year now. It is interesting that young, fashion-forward individuals are taking an item typically worn by older adults for casual comfort and slippers at home and wearing them to achieve an entirely new and different aesthetic. This certainly highlights the innovation of a familiar and non-fashion item to a trend accessory.