Ah, fashion! It’s that wonderful thing that we used to care a lot about before the pandemic. Now that mass vaccination programs are continuing with great success in some countries, we can once again open up our wardrobes and take a peek at what we could potentially replace our overused sweatpants with. We’re going to have some people to impress pretty soon as lockdown regulations keep getting relaxed and summer is starting to hit its stride.
However, even if you feel lost in the stylish world of clothing and don’t know the difference between ‘Armani’ and ‘armadillo,’ you really shouldn’t worry all that much. Whatever you dress like, it really can’t be as bad as the photos of horrendously designed clothes that our dandy Bored Panda team collected to serve as a warning for everyone everywhere at all times. Socks with sandals? You wish things were that simple.
As you’re scrolling into this fashion disaster minefield, let your inner critic loose: let us know which items you think should go the way of the dodo, upvote the pics that you think are the worst of the worst, and share your personal tips for dressing well this summer in the comments. (PS—you’ll find more epic clothing disasters right here, here, and here.)
We got in touch with a fashion designer to tell us all about how to avoid making style mistakes (from over-accessorizing to wearing the wrong shoes), what colors are 'in' this summer, and why designing clothes is far harder than it might seem from the outside. You'll find our full interview with her below.
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Where Is Uranus? My 9-Month-Old's PJs Leave No Doubt
Balenciaga’s $2,145 Bag That Looks Exactly Like IKEA’s 99-Cent Tote Bag
Now I kind of want to sell my Walmart bag for $2,000 dollars and call it fashion 🤣
The Pockets On Women's Trousers
Bored Panda reached out to Nigerian fashion designer Oyinda Akinfenwa, who's got her hand on the pulse of the fashion industry, to hear about some style dos and don'ts. Oyinda runs her own brand called Janore that specializes in multifunctional dresses and is always very stylish. So she knows what works and what's a fashion disaster.
According to Oyinda, fashion designers have it tough. Creative blocks and a lack of good materials can take a toll on the final quality of the product. What's more, she revealed that if all the nuances of production—from the way your clothes are made and how long it takes to who is making them—aren't taken into account, the end result suffers, too.
"It’s hard to notice your own mistakes on your outfits until someone points them out because to you, it seems amazing because it is your work and you want to be proud of it, without realizing it may not be exactly as good as you think," the Nigerian designer explained to Bored Panda why professionals can have a blindspot to some mistakes that seem obvious to someone else. "It’s really hard for creatives to give themselves criticism most times because of how hard we work to create the pieces we have, so most times we tend to not try to over-analyze the result."
Red Nail Stockings
How Many Ways Can You Read It In?
The Color And Positioning Of The Lace Used On These Women’s Underpants
Oyinda believes that one of the biggest fashion mistakes that people tend to make most often is over-accessorizing. "People tend to add too much on when the outfit they’re wearing already has a lot going on which makes it seem tacky. Also, it takes away from the outfit because no one will be looking at the outfit, just be confused about what is going on with the entire dressing," she said that less is more and that we should stay clear of looking like a chaotic jumble when we want to impress others.
Another major mistake is wearing the wrong shoes. Oyinda noted that a pair of shoes can make or break the entire outfit. "This is very common as people tend to wear the wrong shoes for certain outfits which really brings down the whole look, by the time you start admiring them and get to their feet and you’re disappointed by their shoes."
A quick way to up your fashion game is getting your nails done. Also, Oyinda said that wearing knuckle rings can make you look stylish because they "elevate your look no matter what you're wearing." As for this summer, the Nigerian fashion designer suggested that we fully embrace all shades of green and also go for clothes in yellow, orange, and black!
Why Those Pants Look Like That One Soccer Ball Everyone Has But Doesn't Know Where It's From
$490 To Look Like You Don't Know How To Wear Glasses
Lock Up Your Daughters vs. Does My Butt Looks Fat In This Diaper?
At its core, looking good—no matter what you wear—is all about confidence. If you think you’re the bomb, the very best, the most fashionable person in the room, then all eyes are going to be on you as you’re pulling it off and embracing the spotlight.
There is a ‘however’ coming, though. No matter how confident you might be, there are some clothing items that objectively look bad. Beauty might be in the eye of the beholder, but the Council of Style got together and agreed that there are some things that you just don’t do when designing clothes. And many of these mistakes you’ll find in this list.
So My Sister Had A Clemson Mask Made For Her
Maison Margiela Pre-Destroyed Sneakers For $1425
My GF Got This Jacket Because It Has Pockets
According to ‘MasterClass,’ avoiding fashion faux pas is possible with a bit of friendly advice. The first thing that they recommend is having fun and experimenting with various clothes, colors, cuts, and fabrics!
Play around a bit with different combinations and find out what works for you. You might be surprised to discover something new about your tastes and what looks good on you. (And don’t forget, having a friend over to give you an honest opinion never hurts!)
This Clothing Brand For Kids
Girls Is Can What?
My Wife Has Had This Sweater For Over A Decade And She Still Questions Why They Didn’t Use The Eagle As The V
Another piece of advice that you should keep in mind at all times concerns clothing size. Always, always, always find the right fit. Tailored clothes look incredible on you, no matter your body size. It doesn’t matter if you’re at the peak of your athleticism or if you’re plus-sized: when the clothes you wear fit your current body size, shape, and form, they become that much more stylish. And that helps boost your confidence, too.
Giving Up Is Simply An Option
Nordstrom Sells Jeans With Fake Mud On Them For $425
Ya know what bring your $30 jeans over to my house and I’ll roll them around in my garden for free how’s that
I Just Realized That My "Los Angeles" T-Shirt Has New York Skyline In The Back
“Quality goods Vintage label” Yes, it’s so vintage that it was back in that dimension where New York g-g-gl-glitched into Los Angeles
What’s more, even as you’re experimenting with new pieces, you should have some timeless clothing items in your wardrobe that go with anything. For instance, I have a couple of trench coats that look fabulous with everything that I wear and I love them to bits.
Though, keep in mind that not every outfit will fit every occasion, no matter how confident and trendy you might look. Read the room, dress for the occasion, and find unique ways to bring a bit of personal flair to your outfit no matter the event.
There Are Holes In The Bottom Of This Shoe The Perfect Size For Some Pebbles
Plant Dyed Underwear On Etsy
Just Gonna Put It Right There On The Crotch Huh?
Well, if someone said it was weird you could just ask them why they were looking there then boom they are embarrassed instead of you
Multiple weird suggestions and situations to depending on who is wearing them still though WTF 🤯😱🙈
YUP, on the back would be better. You might clear a room with the gas but you get an angel blowing you a kiss! LMAO
This is what a jerk would use as an excuse to rape a woman.
Disturbing yes, but if a vagina was blowing me a kiss from the start i would feel on top of the world already.
Even if you have to wear a uniform to work or you’re going to a black-tie gala, there are ways to make you stand out and make others say, “Wow, you’re amazing!” In my experience, something easy to try if you’re feeling a tad shy would be going for colorful and expressive socks. Just make sure that they’re not fashion disasters waiting to happen.
Oh Great, A Shirt That Makes It Look Like You Got In A Fight With A Bottle Of Mustard And Lost
Pants That Make You Look Really Pissed
If you urine makes a stain like that, see a urologist! That, or maybe you found out you're part squid and done inked yourself.
These Gucci Shoes Are Intentionally Made To Look Dirty
Marge Simpson Has Two Mouths On The Official Simpsons Pajamas
Oh no now it just looks like she has a cartoonized beak but also has a severe underbite and has been redrawn by the author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid
So My Boss Found Out That I’m A Fan Of The House Of 1000 Corpses Movies And Bought Me A Captain Spaulding Mask. This Showed Up
Don’t Ask Me How I Found This
Pants That Start With A Stain
Pedo Power??
Socks For Squared Feet
Gucci Sells Jeans With Fake Grass Stains
English-Words-In-A-Shirt Type Hoodie. Non-Ironic Taipei, Taiwan
My Girlfriend Went Thrifting And Found This. Also The Jordans Are Fake If That Wasn't Obvious Enough
This Dolce Gabbana Jute Dress Costs $2118
Where’s The Rest Of It?
This Elsa Backpack Has A Mask On It So You Can Wear It. But If It's On The Backpack, Elsa Looks Dead On The Inside
Cowboy Boots, Frozen Themed, And A Random Hole. Yup Shoes
$425 Artsy Jeans Look More Like A Crime Scene
This Message On A Child's Sweater
"Take and go"
Fat Mily Weekend 2018
The Print On These Used Bikini Bottoms
These Shoes Let Me Take The Road With Me
Arrived From Amazon Today, Still Trying To Work Out What The Hell They Say
Whatever the fries are saying, it seems menacing for some reason
This Shirt Looks Like A Used Pad
Underwear With Edward Cullen's Face On It For The Purest Twilight Fans
Still Beats The Alternative
Never Up
The American Flag On My Dad’s New Hoodie
Tybalt's Clothes From One Of The Romeo And Juliet Movies. Who Thought This Was A Good Idea?
Maybe some irony here saying Jesus looked on and loved both Montague and Capulet family? But still their kids end up dead? I doubt it was just s**t costume design. The attention to detail in his films is phenomenal.
The Brown Tye-Dye On This Set Of Pajamas Makes It Look Like Somebody Shat All Over Them
These Urban Outfitters Socks That Look Sweat/Urine Stained
Tr Sas H Sin E Or Stars Shine
Jeans With Holes Right On The Bottom Of The Back Pockets, Why
A Sweatshirt Spotted In Belgium
What it’s supposed to say: Sometimes you have to give up on people. Not because you don’t care, but because they don’t. What it actually says: Sometimes give up on people. Have to you not because you care, don’t but they because don’t.
This Was The Shirt They Gave Us When They Told Us About Meth And What It Can Do To Us “Don’t Meth With Us”
Reminds me of that slogan North Dakota came up with and printed on t-shirts: "Meth, we're on it."
Jes USA Ves? Jesus Aves?
There were so many ways to write Jesus Saves... but no... you chose the dark path..
I Don't Think That's How A Zipper Works
This Chewbacca Face Mask - With Eyes
I'm Sorry For Elsa And Anna
Totally Not A Predator
Their Faces Look A Little Different
Sprong Squad
Whatever The Dog Goes Says
Love Does What?
This Pair Of Skeleton Socks With The Top View Of The Foot Printed On The Sides. Also Two Right Feet
Why Put It There?
Cute T-Shirt, Cute Letters, But I Can't Figure Out What This Is Supposed To Mean
Come As High You Are Standards
Those Words Don't Mean Anything, It's Supposed To Say You Are My Sunshine My Only Sunshine
I Found This Monstrosity At My Local Store
Yeah. No Words. I Can’t Even Begin To Fathom What The Designer Was Going Through When Producing This
The closest I can get is “strong people are harder to kill” but why is that random “because” just slowly sliding down into the pits of useless words
They Look Like They're Getting Cut Into
Trying To Reinvent The Shoelace Hole. These Little Strings Ripped Right Out. The Most Frustrating Thing Is They Come Out Of Actual Holes
Not Sure The White Shirt Really Works
My Brother's Mask. Each Little Dot Is A Hole
Breathable mesh developed during the Gulf War. Great at keeping sand out, not so great at keeping germs in.
If You Know Sonic, You’d Know The First Game Came Out In ‘91
If you played the original sonic, YOU were (probably) made in the 80s.
"Be Real Not" - The Missing Word Is "Excellent" And It's Not Even Written On The Other Sleeve But On The Ridiculously High Collar
The Text Is The Same Color As The Rest Of The Hat, So You Can’t Read It. I’ve Had This Hat For A Year And Just Noticed This
I can. It reads "Memphis grizzlies". I don't know what it means, though.
Found This On Some Jeans. Very Inspiring. I'd Love This On My Thigh
Someone Had To Approve That Font Choice
I’m With Limited Too Awesome
The "Iconic" On This T-Shirt
If Only There Was A Letter That Looked Similar To The Number 3
it gave me a stroke trying to work out what it said and then trying to work out what the gold item is.
My New Cute Utah Shirt. FYI, Saguaro Cactuses Are Found Only In Arizona And A Tiny Bit In California
"Klrlaagerfelipars"
Mislabeled Flip Flops
"Green"
This Took A Solid 30 Seconds To Read
This Happy Is My Place
Bad Flamingo Execution, Walmart
This Shirt Design. Says "Funny Girl" Upon A Closer Inspection
There Are Only Black Pieces, The Chessfield Is Wrong And The Text Looks Like Cartoon Network
Maybe the white pieces are on the white tiles and so they don't show
What Does This Say?
This T-Shirt Came With A Collared Shirt I Bought A While Back. Why Would You Even Print Something Like This? Maybe That's The Reason They're Only Sold As Bundles
Hell Summer
This Zipper Right Above My Pocket Doesn't Lead To Anything At All
One Is A Pocket, Other Is For Ventilation And Goes Straight Down And Out
That's a overall, you where it over your clothes. This way you can get stuff out of the pockets from the trousers you wear underneath it.
Spongebob On Meth
This Flower Sweater That Looks Like It Has A Bunch Of Stains
Took Me Hours To Figure Out What This Shirt My Grandmother Bought Was Supposed To Say
I mean, it shouldn't take you hours. Put it on and look down, and you'll be able to read the one. =D Then look in the mirror, and you'll understand the next one. =) And of course, the first one is easy. It's a three step shirt.
My Friend Wore This Today. Said It Was Supposed To Be An Eagle. My Question: Where's The Head?
Piakchu I Don’t Choose You
This Shirt That Cuts Off The Cursive Writing Making It Hard To Read Properly
The Images Cover A Lot Of The Text, The Format Makes It Hard To Read, And Everything Is A State Or City Besides Just “France”
Franksudjdudjdj. Who Looked At This And Said This Is Ok
Saw This On Aliexpress
Either I Can't See Or Yellow On Yellow Is A Bad Idea
Great Brand Name, Looks Pretty Similar To A Certain Word
Can we all agree that red, yellow, and brown should never be used for tie dye?
Worst fashion fail I’ve ever seen was a hoodie that said “flag, faith, and firearms” on it.
Right wing nutjobs would gleefully line up to buy it for sure.
Load More Replies...A lot of this looks like something you’d be wearing after you’ve been running from zombies for a couple of months.
You know, if the rich want to look poor they can just give me all their money and I'll give them my clothes.
Looks like somebody in another country had a very different idea of what's cool
ok, fashion has never been my thing, i'd rather be comfortable in my clothes. as long as i'm clean and covered i don't much mind what i wear. but clearly whoever designed... well, pretty much all of these articles of clothing needs to be sacked immediately. brand new jeans with 'designer' mud stains? and that bag for $2000? just no, is all i can say
Ok so i think ppl were trying tp dp "modern art" with these clothes. U know lile splash art where just throw a paint brush across a canvas and sell it for a $h!t ton of money. So why isn't this? 😂😂😂😂
For one master in design you are allowed to join the monthly " letter and quotes" tombola
Who thinks up this s**t? I can pretty much guarantee those marketing meetings weren't led by women.
How odd I find a comment someone left for me? I got a notification but it never brings me to the comment.
I actually really like the D&G pizza dress. It has a cute silhouette and a fun pattern/material
Could you guys have picked a worse picture for the headline? I know it's not actual feet, but it looks ghastly. I'll be glad when it moves down the page.
The CEO(?) of a jeans maker said we should never wash our jeans, so why not have all the stains printed on them? Idiots... I mean consumers ... fell for the $200 pair of jeans with so many rips - goodwill would not take them, so why not bilk them. Maybe make a pair of i-jeans (a torn thong)... charge $666 for them and cash in on the trend.
Can we all agree that red, yellow, and brown should never be used for tie dye?
Worst fashion fail I’ve ever seen was a hoodie that said “flag, faith, and firearms” on it.
Right wing nutjobs would gleefully line up to buy it for sure.
Load More Replies...A lot of this looks like something you’d be wearing after you’ve been running from zombies for a couple of months.
You know, if the rich want to look poor they can just give me all their money and I'll give them my clothes.
Looks like somebody in another country had a very different idea of what's cool
ok, fashion has never been my thing, i'd rather be comfortable in my clothes. as long as i'm clean and covered i don't much mind what i wear. but clearly whoever designed... well, pretty much all of these articles of clothing needs to be sacked immediately. brand new jeans with 'designer' mud stains? and that bag for $2000? just no, is all i can say
Ok so i think ppl were trying tp dp "modern art" with these clothes. U know lile splash art where just throw a paint brush across a canvas and sell it for a $h!t ton of money. So why isn't this? 😂😂😂😂
For one master in design you are allowed to join the monthly " letter and quotes" tombola
Who thinks up this s**t? I can pretty much guarantee those marketing meetings weren't led by women.
How odd I find a comment someone left for me? I got a notification but it never brings me to the comment.
I actually really like the D&G pizza dress. It has a cute silhouette and a fun pattern/material
Could you guys have picked a worse picture for the headline? I know it's not actual feet, but it looks ghastly. I'll be glad when it moves down the page.
The CEO(?) of a jeans maker said we should never wash our jeans, so why not have all the stains printed on them? Idiots... I mean consumers ... fell for the $200 pair of jeans with so many rips - goodwill would not take them, so why not bilk them. Maybe make a pair of i-jeans (a torn thong)... charge $666 for them and cash in on the trend.