Fashion is an eternal beginning. And that's not bad for our wallet, because it means that we can be stylish while buying our clothes second hand. This season proves it to us once again: the spring 2024 trends draw their inspiration from the wardrobe of the 2000s. Perfect ! You will be able to satisfy your shopping desires without feeling guilty. How ? By going hunting in your favorite thrift stores or consignment stores. To help you, we have listed the gems to find second-hand for a style worthy of the magazines. Let yourself be guided.

The return of the ballerinas

A controversial comeback in 2023, which persists and marks its status as a timeless must-have. Ballet slipper that has become iconic on the feet of the most influential it-girls of their time (from Brigitte Bardot to Taylor Swift via Audrey Hepburn and Rihanna), the ballerina is part of the annals of fashion at the beginning of the 2000's. We all remember the Miu Miu model with straps and ribbons: a rock spirit that shakes up the wise and classic image of the famous flat shoe.

Loved or hated, the ballerina nonetheless remains comfortable, simple and versatile. Square, pointed toe, patent finish, mini heel, straps. Today, there is something for all tastes and styles. It's up to you to make this trend your own.

Leopard print

Grr, the atmosphere is warming up. Can we really talk about a trend for a timeless pattern ? Yes, because we have never seen so many leopard prints on the streets (and in collections). And yet, this print has been in our wardrobes for ages!

Whether it is worn as a total look like at Celine, over a trench like at Dolce & Gabbana or on accessories like at Ganni, the animal pattern instantly brings a touch of boldness and character.

The must-have of the season: leopard ballerinas. And boom, your silhouette is at the forefront of fashion. It's not more complicated than that.

Capri pants

Capri, it's over ? That's what we thought, but straight out of the archives, cropped pants, capri pants or cigarette pants have reappeared on the catwalks of many designers. Phillip Lim, Ferragamo and Coperni, among others, have given Carrie Bradshaw's favorite pants a fresh look.

Close to the body and with a hybrid length, between the knee and the calf, it is a perfect alternative to leggings or slim jeans for sunny days. It sculpts the silhouette and lengthens the leg. Available in many materials, it adapts to all occasions. Sporty, chic, casual outfit. It's up to you.

We like its retro side, very Jackie Kennedy, and its versatility. You can wear it with a long casual shirt, a close-fitting top and an oversized blazer like Emily Ratajkowski or even play the 2000s card to the fullest and layer it with a mini skirt. In this case, for shoes, try a pair of kitten heels with straps to break up the schoolgirl look.

The cardigan

Here again, we find a once beloved piece that has fallen into oblivion. But during the spring-summer 2024 ready-to-wear fashion shows, which we find on the catwalks ? Miu Miu, Prada and Loewe restore all its splendor to the cardigan. This comfortable, demure-looking garment in which we love to curl up had finally become boring. Too classic, perhaps. Infused with a dose of modernity, it comes in an oversized, printed or very working girl version.

For spring, wear it with only the collar buttoned. It warms up the outfit slightly and brings a feminine touch while leaving the preppy look, too stuck, in the closet.

2000s-style denim

Obviously, jeans never leave the ranks of fashion trends. It has been worn everywhere, all the time, always (or almost). But for this first half of 2024, we especially like it in the form of long skirt and jeans wide.

We take inspiration from the looks of popstars of the time (👋 Britney), but with more moderation.
Once again, it is the comfort and versatility of these pieces that make them essential. By mixing styles and accessories, they will be able to follow you for a long time without ever becoming out of date.

The color red

One last tip: if you only had to choose one color, opt for red. It’s the fashion obsession of the moment. Just a little touch can take your look from mundane to trendy. If bold red is a little too flamboyant for you, choose a garnet red or even a pretty burgundy. In any case, do like Taylor Swift in 2012: be in your “Red Era”

Spring 2024 trends: the Y2K look revisited

Don’t forget the accessories! To finish your outfit in style, wear a pair of sunglasses with tinted lenses. You are ready for spring.

As you will have understood, the fashion sphere happily draws on trends from the beginning of the millennium to concoct today's silhouettes. With one difference. The Y2K aesthetic (short for Year 2000) is characterized by a wardrobe that is anything but discreet. The 2024 version is therefore more softened and mainly rides on the feeling of nostalgia mixed with more current references. Result ? More minimalist looks allowing everyone to reveal their personality.

There you are, you now have all the essential information for your next shopping session. Then, all you have to do is dig into your cupboards to mix what you have with your new acquisitions. Goal: create a cool look that suits you. See you on Jaiio ?