Singing ‘Dancing Queen’ out loud or binging on a 2000 calories freakshake, we all give in to a guilty pleasure every now and then. Just because guilty pleasures are fun. Do you feel guilty about loving your guilty pleasures? Maybe a little, but don’t let that spoil the fun. When it comes to clothing and shoes, there are many guilty pleasures that we secretly love. Here are twelve fashion items we love to hate or just love!
Top 12 guilty pleasure fashion items
Secretly enjoying something that you know is wrong; these 12 guilty pleasure fashion items may not have the best image, but they make us happy. And be honest, you too are guilty of (at least one of) these guilty pleasures?
#1 Speedo’s
This guilty pleasure has everything to do with reversed emancipation. Ladies may wear the tiniest bikini bottoms, and lads have to wear long trunks. That’s not fair, right? Most men would like to get a natural tan without having a trunk’s white film. Besides, there’s something in it for us women: we can enjoy those divine bodies and great-looking booties. In some cases though.
#2 Vinyl leggings
In general, leather leggings don’t shock people anymore, in contradiction to vinyl leggings. A very shiny legging causes raised eyebrows. The vinyl legging, also known as latex legging, may have a fierce look, but it’s very trendy in the fashion world and gives you a very sexy look. Get used to it, because this guilty pleasure is here to stay.
#3 T-shirts with Disney characters
You may have passed 30 (or 40), T-shirts with Disney characters secretly make us happy. And not for your tiny one, but just for you. What’s more fun than feeling young walking around with your favourite Disney princess on your T-shirt? It’s a bit out there, but no one is ever too old for this fun guilty pleasure.
#4 Large brand logos
For years you’ve been saving for this extremely expensive designer bag. Now that you finally have it and you’re desperate to show it to the world. Just image when asked if you got your bag at the Gap! Nobody would blame you if you were asked that silly question. You just spend an arm and a leg and want everyone to see it, even though this is not chic. This guilty pleasure may be a tad loud, but in a blink of an eye, everyone sees you own a true designer item.
#5 Spice Girls trainers
Who didn’t wear them back in the Nineties, the Spice Girls shoes with huge platforms? We just love them, especially when worn with snug leggings and the hair up in a bun. Believe it or not, but these shoes have made a comeback! With the arrival of dad-trainers, these Spice Girl trainers of Buffalo are back on track. A lovely guilty pleasure that brings back lot of sweet nostalgic memories.
#6 Tracksuits
A tracksuit bottom with a matching zip-up cardigan or a sweatshirt, everybody secretly loves tracksuits. Even though they don’t have the best looks. Give up the battle with clothes that are too snug, comfort is the only word that counts. From 90’s Tie Dye tracksuits to Adidas Original Stripe: the choice is yours!
#7 Sports socks in slip ons or trainers
You may have burst into laughter a year ago, but now white sports socks are trendy, and we secretly love it. Beautiful is probably not the best word to describe this guilty pleasure, but boy, they are so comfortable. No more struggles with little no-shows! Warm feet and covered ankles, what else could you want? Before we forget, ugly toes in flip-flops are history as well.
#8 Christmas jumpers
There’s one guilty pleasure you pull off every year. Can you ever go wrong with this one? Whether it's Frosty the Snowman or Santa on his sleigh: the Christmas jumper makes you look comfy and cuddly every Christmas. The best thing is that you can share this guilty pleasure with your family, so you and your loved ones match during the festive season. Happy holidays!
#9 Uggs
Ugly, clumsy and not feminine, they can say anything they want about Uggs, but we don’t care! And there are lots of women who share this opinion. Uggs are warm and keep your toes from freezing during wintery temperatures. As ugly and clumsy as Uggs may be, it’s the inside that counts, right?
#10 Bum bags
Do you remember people on holiday wearing little bags on their bellies? You’ve probably sworn never to buy a bum bag, but since you have one (or have one on your wish list), you understand why all those people on holiday carried theirs around. Okay, it’s not good-looking, but they’re super practical. If this is your guilty pleasure, we forgive you.
#11 Matching outfits
You see it more and more on Instagram: matching outfits for mother and daughter. Twinning is winning? Check! A guilty pleasure? For sure! But there’s one matching outfit that surpasses anything. You probably already know: matching windbreakers for couples. It’s as guilty as a pleasure can be, but look on the bright side: you’ll never have to be afraid of losing your partner.
#12 Crocs
Even though we’re not sure if Crocs make us happy, some people seem to love them. Like nurses and Albert of Monaco, for exam[ple. The plastic clog is ugly, there’s no doubt about that, but they’re so comfy you’ll grow to love them. In the last few years, Crocs has collaborated with many household names and artists like Post Malone and Barneys New York. Your guilty pleasure seems to be very fashionable!
