{"id":446901,"date":"2026-08-13T15:39:57","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T13:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/?p=446901"},"modified":"2026-08-13T15:39:57","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T13:39:57","slug":"vetements-juges-peu-flatteurs-deviennent-pieces-tendance-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/clothing-once-considered-unflattering-will-become-trendy-pieces-in-2026-446901","title":{"rendered":"These clothes, once considered &quot;unflattering,&quot; will become trendy items by the end of 2026."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For years, fashion told us what to avoid to &quot;flatter our figure.&quot; &quot;Too baggy,&quot; &quot;too long,&quot; &quot;too covering&quot;: certain pieces had a bad reputation. In Fall\/Winter 2026\/2027, they&#39;re getting their revenge and establishing themselves as key trends.<\/p>\n<h2> The long knit skirt is coming out of the closet<\/h2>\n<p> Long associated with indoor comfort or accused of weighing down the silhouette, the long knit skirt has undergone a complete transformation. This season, it&#39;s even become a key piece in the wardrobe. It&#39;s appearing in ribbed, graphic, or herringbone knits, often paired with knee-high boots and coordinating pieces. Its naturally heavy drape gives it a beautiful shape and creates a structured look without needing to stiffen the silhouette.<\/p>\n<p>The result? A warm, comfortable, and elegant piece that allows you to create an outfit that&#39;s both cozy and assertive. Proof that what was once considered &quot;too much&quot; can ultimately become exactly what gives an outfit its character.<\/p>\n<h2> The oversized coat embraces its volume<\/h2>\n<p> There was a time when coats had to hug the body&#39;s contours or risk overwhelming the silhouette. In 2026, this rule seems to have (finally) been retired. Oversized coats are all the rage, made from warm materials like wool, with generous volumes and easy-to-wear colors: camel, earthy tones, or deep shades. Here, the goal is no longer to define the body through clothing, but to play with proportions.<\/p>\n<p>And that&#39;s precisely what makes this trend so appealing: a loose-fitting coat can create a sophisticated, modern, and exceptionally comfortable look. You can wrap yourself in it without feeling like you have to choose between comfort and style. <\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" style=\"max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@notgabbysanmiguel\/video\/7635007742222077214\" data-video-id=\"7635007742222077214\">\n<section> <a title=\"@notgabbysanmiguel\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@notgabbysanmiguel?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@notgabbysanmiguel<\/a> ordering in every single color <a title=\"baggyoutfit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/baggyoutfit?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#baggyoutfit<\/a> <a title=\"streetwear\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/streetwear?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#streetwear<\/a> <a title=\"clothing\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/clothing?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#clothing<\/a> <a title=\"\u266c goosebumps slowed - xxtristanxo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/goosebumps-slowed-7081066345646983982?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u266c goosebumps slowed - xxtristanxo<\/a><\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2> The sweater dress is both stylish and comfortable.<\/h2>\n<p> Once criticized for being &quot;too shapeless,&quot; the sweater dress is also making a comeback. And it clearly no longer needs to apologize for being comfortable. In ribbed or cable knit, it can be worn on its own as a complete outfit, with a thin belt to accentuate the waist and knee-high boots to add structure to the look.<\/p>\n<p>The trend tells a rather encouraging story: comfort is no longer necessarily considered the enemy of style. An outfit can be soft, practical, warm, and very stylish all at the same time.<\/p>\n<h2> Layering breaks the old rules<\/h2>\n<p> Layering clothes that once seemed incompatible? That&#39;s precisely one of the most appealing ideas of the season. A thin piece over a knit, a jacket paired with a skirt, deliberately mixed fabrics and styles: layering in 2026 doesn&#39;t need to be perfectly coordinated to work. On the contrary, its charm sometimes comes from that unexpected touch.<\/p>\n<p>What might have been considered a &quot;flaw in taste&quot; becomes a genuine stylistic choice. The mix allows for playing with textures, volumes, and combinations, while easily adapting the garment to different temperatures. <\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" style=\"max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@maayajardon\/video\/7659904236200758545\" data-video-id=\"7659904236200758545\">\n<section> <a title=\"@maayajardon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@maayajardon?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@maayajardon<\/a> life is more fun with layers \ud83d\udc99\ud83e\ude75\ud83e\udd0e <a title=\"doublelayers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/doublelayers?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#doublelayers<\/a> <a title=\"layeringoutfits\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/layeringoutfits?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#layeringoutfits<\/a> <a title=\"activewear\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/activewear?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#activewear<\/a> @PERMISSION <a title=\"\u266c original sound - patra_b\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/original-sound-patrab-7639007900618345237?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u266c original sound - patra_b<\/a><\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2> What if &quot;flattering&quot; was no longer the right criterion?<\/h2>\n<p> These four trends have one thing in common: they were long dismissed because they were accused of not being flattering enough. But what does this famous &quot;flattering&quot; really mean? Often, the term was used to describe clothing meant to &quot;slim,&quot; &quot;lengthen,&quot; &quot;structure,&quot; or &quot;correct&quot; certain parts of the body. A very restrictive view of clothing, which could give the impression that one constantly had to &quot;optimize one&#39;s appearance.&quot;<\/p>\n<p>Today, clothing seems (finally) to be more appreciated for what it allows: to move freely, to feel good, to stay warm, to express one&#39;s personality or simply to wear something that we like.<\/p>\n<h2> Trends come and go, but your style remains.<\/h2>\n<p> Be careful not to turn this change into a new rule. Trends come and go, disappear, and sometimes return a few years later with a new label. And above all, you are absolutely not obligated to follow the trend. Do you like a long knit skirt? Wear it. Does a sweater dress not appeal to you at all? No problem. What a magazine, a catwalk, or social media presents as &quot;trendy&quot; is never meant to become mandatory. Similarly, a piece declared &quot;out of fashion&quot; can still perfectly well appeal to you. Your style doesn&#39;t need to be synchronized with the fashion calendar to be legitimate.<\/p>\n<h2> The real trend? Wear what reflects who you are.<\/h2>\n<p> The end of 2026 ultimately shows that several silhouettes can coexist without any one being presented as the &quot;right way to dress.&quot; Perhaps this is the most interesting change: expanding possibilities rather than replacing a list of prohibitions with a new list of &quot;trends to follow.&quot;<\/p>\n<p>After all, clothing is also there to make you feel good. And if the piece that was once described as &quot;unflattering&quot; is precisely the one in which you feel your best, that&#39;s probably an excellent reason to wear it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"For years, fashion told us what to avoid to &quot;flatter our figure.&quot; &quot;Too baggy,&quot; &quot;too long,&quot; &quot;too covering&quot;:...","protected":false},"author":8392,"featured_media":446902,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable_msn":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5821],"tags":[97833,97767],"class_list":["post-446901","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-tendances-mode","tag-actu","tag-vetements"],"image":{"medium":["https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Ces-vetements-autrefois-juges-_peu-flatteurs_-deviennent-des-pieces-tendance-fin-2026-200x113.jpg",200,113,true],"large":["https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Ces-vetements-autrefois-juges-_peu-flatteurs_-deviennent-des-pieces-tendance-fin-2026-500x281.jpg",500,281,true]},"custom":{"td_video":"","featured_image":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Ces-vetements-autrefois-juges-_peu-flatteurs_-deviennent-des-pieces-tendance-fin-2026.jpg","author":{"name":"Tatiana Richard","avatar":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Tatiania-96x96.jpg"},"categories":[{"term_id":5821,"name":"Fashion trends","slug":"tendances-mode","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":5990,"taxonomy":"category","description":"<p>The Fashion trends section of <strong>The Body Optimist<\/strong> breaks down the pieces, cuts and colors making news on runways and in the street, and shows how to wear them in every size. We explain where a trend comes from, what it says about its time and how to work it into your wardrobe without buying everything new.<\/p>\n<h2>What you'll find in the Fashion trends section<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Style revivals<\/strong>: '90s, western, vintage or \u201cold money\u201d looks that keep coming back, and how to update them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jean cuts<\/strong>: mom, wide-leg, flare, straight or boyfriend, the styles that take turns in the spotlight and what each one brings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pieces and accessories<\/strong>: bags, boots, ballet flats, brooches and coats spotted in the collections, with options in a wide size range.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ways to wear it<\/strong>: layering, print mixing and color play, techniques that work on any body shape.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fashion and society<\/strong>: what trends reveal about our desires, from the appeal of imperfection to fatigue with algorithm-driven style.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How do you wear a trend at any size?<\/h2>\n<p>Start from your closet, not the store window: identify the element that defines the trend (a cut, a color, a fabric or a detail) and pick the version that works with what you already own.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Try a color or a print with an accessory, a scarf or a top before investing in a bigger piece.<\/li>\n<li>Play with proportions: the same trend often comes in short, midi or long versions, fitted or flowing.<\/li>\n<li>Check the size range before you fall for a piece, and look at specialist plus-size brands and secondhand.<\/li>\n<li>Bet on what lasts: a jean cut or a coat carries over several seasons, a gimmicky accessory much less so.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Our take on trends<\/h2>\n<p>We treat trends as suggestions, not obligations. No piece of clothing is \u201coff-limits\u201d because you wear a plus size, and a piece is only worth talking about if it comes in a wide size range. We like to understand why a style comes back, and we'd rather give you ways to reinvent what you already own than push you to buy more.<\/p>\n<h2>Articles to start with<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>All about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/layering-your-clothes-what-is-this-layering-trend-thats-making-a-comeback-this-spring-435609\">layering, the art of stacking your clothes<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/why-are-wide-leg-jeans-so-popular-in-2026-433700\">wide-leg jeans have won everyone over<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/dopamine-dressing-trend-restores-color-to-heart-dressing-446992\">dopamine dressing trend<\/a>, or how color came back to the heart of our wardrobes.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/uniform-dressing-why-do-women-dress-the-same-way-446482\">Uniform dressing<\/a>: why more and more women stick to the same outfit formula.<\/li>\n<li>Why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/wrinkled-clothes-faded-stains-why-imperfection-is-a-must-in-current-fashion-433457\">wrinkled, stained or faded clothes<\/a> are taking over fashion.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/brooch-jewelry-is-back-in-style-this-season-432743\">comeback of the brooch<\/a>, a piece of jewelry long dismissed as old-fashioned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>What is layering?<\/h3>\n<p>Layering means wearing several visible pieces on top of one another in the same outfit: a shirt under a sweater, a dress over pants, a sweater vest over a shirt. It lets you play with lengths and textures and adapt to changes in temperature. To stay comfortable, alternate thin pieces with thicker ones.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the main jean cuts?<\/h3>\n<p>The most common jean cuts are skinny, fitted all the way down; straight; bootcut and flare, which widen below the knee; mom, high-waisted and roomy at the hips; boyfriend, loose and relaxed; and wide-leg, wide from hip to hem. Every one of them can be worn at any size: the rise and the fabric make the difference.<\/p>\n<h3>How can you follow trends without buying more and more?<\/h3>\n<p>Start with what you already own: many trends are revivals of older pieces. Secondhand lets you test a cut or a color for less, and a single accessory is often enough to update an outfit. Save new purchases for pieces you'll wear often.<\/p>\n<p>Keep exploring: our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/conseils-silhouette\">styling tips<\/a> to adapt each piece to your body shape, the whole <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\">Women's fashion<\/a> section and the looks in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mannequinat-inclusif\/mannequins\">Models<\/a> section.<\/p>","parent":150,"count":543,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":5821,"category_count":543,"category_description":"<p>The Fashion trends section of <strong>The Body Optimist<\/strong> breaks down the pieces, cuts and colors making news on runways and in the street, and shows how to wear them in every size. We explain where a trend comes from, what it says about its time and how to work it into your wardrobe without buying everything new.<\/p>\n<h2>What you'll find in the Fashion trends section<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Style revivals<\/strong>: '90s, western, vintage or \u201cold money\u201d looks that keep coming back, and how to update them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jean cuts<\/strong>: mom, wide-leg, flare, straight or boyfriend, the styles that take turns in the spotlight and what each one brings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pieces and accessories<\/strong>: bags, boots, ballet flats, brooches and coats spotted in the collections, with options in a wide size range.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ways to wear it<\/strong>: layering, print mixing and color play, techniques that work on any body shape.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fashion and society<\/strong>: what trends reveal about our desires, from the appeal of imperfection to fatigue with algorithm-driven style.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How do you wear a trend at any size?<\/h2>\n<p>Start from your closet, not the store window: identify the element that defines the trend (a cut, a color, a fabric or a detail) and pick the version that works with what you already own.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Try a color or a print with an accessory, a scarf or a top before investing in a bigger piece.<\/li>\n<li>Play with proportions: the same trend often comes in short, midi or long versions, fitted or flowing.<\/li>\n<li>Check the size range before you fall for a piece, and look at specialist plus-size brands and secondhand.<\/li>\n<li>Bet on what lasts: a jean cut or a coat carries over several seasons, a gimmicky accessory much less so.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Our take on trends<\/h2>\n<p>We treat trends as suggestions, not obligations. No piece of clothing is \u201coff-limits\u201d because you wear a plus size, and a piece is only worth talking about if it comes in a wide size range. We like to understand why a style comes back, and we'd rather give you ways to reinvent what you already own than push you to buy more.<\/p>\n<h2>Articles to start with<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>All about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/layering-your-clothes-what-is-this-layering-trend-thats-making-a-comeback-this-spring-435609\">layering, the art of stacking your clothes<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/why-are-wide-leg-jeans-so-popular-in-2026-433700\">wide-leg jeans have won everyone over<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/dopamine-dressing-trend-restores-color-to-heart-dressing-446992\">dopamine dressing trend<\/a>, or how color came back to the heart of our wardrobes.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/uniform-dressing-why-do-women-dress-the-same-way-446482\">Uniform dressing<\/a>: why more and more women stick to the same outfit formula.<\/li>\n<li>Why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/wrinkled-clothes-faded-stains-why-imperfection-is-a-must-in-current-fashion-433457\">wrinkled, stained or faded clothes<\/a> are taking over fashion.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/tendances-mode\/brooch-jewelry-is-back-in-style-this-season-432743\">comeback of the brooch<\/a>, a piece of jewelry long dismissed as old-fashioned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>What is layering?<\/h3>\n<p>Layering means wearing several visible pieces on top of one another in the same outfit: a shirt under a sweater, a dress over pants, a sweater vest over a shirt. It lets you play with lengths and textures and adapt to changes in temperature. To stay comfortable, alternate thin pieces with thicker ones.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the main jean cuts?<\/h3>\n<p>The most common jean cuts are skinny, fitted all the way down; straight; bootcut and flare, which widen below the knee; mom, high-waisted and roomy at the hips; boyfriend, loose and relaxed; and wide-leg, wide from hip to hem. Every one of them can be worn at any size: the rise and the fabric make the difference.<\/p>\n<h3>How can you follow trends without buying more and more?<\/h3>\n<p>Start with what you already own: many trends are revivals of older pieces. Secondhand lets you test a cut or a color for less, and a single accessory is often enough to update an outfit. Save new purchases for pieces you'll wear often.<\/p>\n<p>Keep exploring: our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\/conseils-silhouette\">styling tips<\/a> to adapt each piece to your body shape, the whole <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mode\/femme\">Women's fashion<\/a> section and the looks in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/mannequinat-inclusif\/mannequins\">Models<\/a> section.<\/p>","cat_name":"Fashion trends","category_nicename":"tendances-mode","category_parent":150}]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/446901","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8392"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=446901"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/446901\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":446918,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/446901\/revisions\/446918"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/446902"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=446901"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=446901"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=446901"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}