2024 was packed with trends, some worth the popularity and praise and some not. Students shared their opinions on the best and worst trends from 2024 and what they hope to see in 2025.
Fashion:
Junior Lana Santa Maria remarked how the comeback of boots was one of her favorite fashion items this year.
“They can be so versatile . . . I think they can fit anybody’s style,” Santa Maria said.
Senior Bryce Montoya shared her favorite revived fashion style from last year.
“Probably bringing cheetah print back, that was one of the best,” said Montoya.
However, some clothing trends were not a hit.
“I didn’t like the bows [on everything],” said senior Joy Piscetello.
Skinny jeans almost made a comeback because of TikTok influencer Alex Earle. Both Montoya and sophomore Abigail Kim said this potential return should stay in the past.
“The Alex Earle skinny jeans thing, I really did not like it,” said Kim.
Social Media:
2024 had its share of viral internet trends.
“I think the best social media trend was anything that had to do with food,” Kim said. “[People should buy] a Ninja Creami . . . it’s really easy [to use], it’s really healthy and I really like mine.”
Junior Adam Faik agrees.
“I like [cooking and baking videos] because it’s cool to watch from home,” said Faik.
“I don’t know if it would be the best, but the [TikTok and Instagram] brainrot is just funny,” said senior Izzy Lamb.
Some viral memes probably should’ve stayed in the drafts. Montoya chose Barron Trump’s “I like my suitcase” video as her least favorite social media trend of the year. Santa Maria thought the “TikTok Rizz Party” trend was boring.
Music:
2024 was filled with numerous album releases from artists of all genres. “Brat” by Charli XCX was widely regarded as the standout album of the year.
“Brat was probably objectively the best,” said Senior Bruno Niederman. “Chromakopia [by Tyler, the Creator] was also pretty good.”
Santa Maria liked both “Eternal Sunshine” by Ariana Grande and “Hit Me Hard and Soft” by Billie Eilish.
What’s next?
A new year means more trends!
Students shared activities, habits and resolutions in their lives that they believe other people should try out.
“I try to wear new clothing every day or switch up the style . . . [People should] try to get out of their comfort zone. I would like to see more variation,” said Niederman.
“Selling clothes online, like on Depop or something, it’s an easy way to make money,” said Montoya.
“Everyone should start having less screen time because it distracts you from school,” said Faik.
Santa Maria shared two things she wants to see in the 2025 trend cycle.
“A practical trend that never dies is puffer jackets. You can have really cute and bold ones or simple ones. I [also like] a good, nice leather tote bag. You can dress them up or down.”
Students also agreed that 90s style should make a return to everyday fashion. Lamb suggested some particular items that should make a comeback in 2025.
“We need to see more guys wearing jerseys [like] a 90s high school, or varsity jackets,” said Lamb.
Piscetello shared her thoughts on the 90s trends coming back.
“Flare pants and button-ups. . . I like that,” she said.
2024 was a chaotic year for the worlds of fashion, social media and music. 2025 has even more in store.