The Year of the Shoulder: Fashion’s Favorite Feature

Dust off those blazers from the 80s – big shoulders are back!

The shoulder is THE spot to accentuate this year, whether that means baring them in cut out shoulders, or bringing them to life with a cool shoulder detail or shoulder pads.

Whether you’re up for a night out or a night in, you can rock this trend! Stretch Jersey Multi-way 6-in-1 Mid-thigh Club Dress by Dreamgirl; Satin Charmeuse Kimono Robe With Cut-Out Cold Shoulder Detail by Dreamgirl Lingerie

Everyone can be confident about showing off their shoulders, and that’s why we love this trend. EVERYONE can feel sexy showing a little bit of skin in a classy way. An easy off-the-shoulder top or a cool tee that shows the shoulders can be a simple, sexy way to wear this trend.

Baring the shoulder was all over the runways last year AND this year! Escada Spring 2017 via Pinterest; Christian Siriano Spring 2017 via Pinterest

Cutouts and cold shoulders were hot last year as well, so fashion had to get a little bit more creative with their ways of focusing on the shoulder. And so, keeping in theme with the 80s revival on the runways recently, shoulder pads are coming back more fierce than ever!

A couple of bold Balenciaga looks to tickle your bold shoulder fancy. via Denim Jeans Observer Copyright © 2013 infinitas.

A shoulder pad doesn’t need to be scary! Yes, it’s bold and not for everyone, but a blazer with shoulder pads would look so modern and chic with an easy white tee and a pair of jeans. If you want to try this trend, keep everything else simple so it’s not too overwhelming.

The short off-shoulder crop top will be huge this year, as well as crazy, dramatic shoulders. Munsoo Know Seoul Spring 2017 via Pinterest; YSL 2017 via Forbes

Other bold shoulders that could be seen on the runway or in trend reports include embellished shoulders, big frills or ruffles, and one shoulder numbers.

Find a bra with straps that can be worn several ways, or a cool Y-back for a cold shoulder ensemble. Strapless Multi-Way Strapless Bra by Montelle Intimates; Lynn Y-Back Front Closure Bra by Parfait Intimates

One last tip: a convertible bra is your best friend when it comes to shirts that expose your shoulders! You can manipulate the straps in multiple ways to ensure they don’t pop out, no matter what kind of style you wear.

Are you into the cold shoulder or shoulder pad trend?

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Until next time, we’re exfoliating our shoulders!

Alicia