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
They need us to buy bags... That's the thing...
Load More Replies...Don't get me started. I have asthma so I have to carry an inhaler. I don't wear dresses/skirts because they mostly don't have pockets. A good amount of pants have faux or no pockets. I've taken to getting men's sleep pants for pj's. Inhaler won't do me any good if it's not at hand.
I loveee it when dresses and skirts have deep pockets. I bought a few of these gems last summer 🥳
Load More Replies...when there is a tech review on a product, the reviewer (who is usually a male) often mentions if the product can fit into pockets and I'm always like: "BWHAHAHA! what is a pocket?"
With a phone like this, even in a larger pocket, it's impossible to sit.
I don’t understand, us women have been letting them know for years about these pockets, no one’s listening 😣
That is because people are still buying the ones with small pockets. I want an F-150 that doesn't require a step latter to get into. But because the extra tall ones keep selling, I will never get the one I want. 😣 And so I am left driving an F-150 that is more than 25 years old, made back when they were a more reasonable height.
Load More Replies...JUSTICE FOR WOMEN, EXTEND THEIR POCKETS! as a male myself, I agree with the women that everyone should extend women's pockets.
Aii this is unfair for the ladies shem all their jeans either have short front pocket and back or none!!!
MEN CAN FIT 3 PHONES IN THEIR POCKETS AND DON'T EVEN USE THEM. THEY USE OUR BAGS. GIVE US THE POCKETS AND THEM THE BAGS SINCE THEY SO DESPERATELY NEED THEM!
can we stop reposting this in every bp thread even loosely related to clothing
We will stop reposting when we gets some gd pocketses.
Load More Replies...I think all women everywhere should start some sort of protest and utterly refuse to buy anything that doesn't have decent pockets
and what about the ones that look like pockets but are only for decoration!
Am? Compromise and use the ass pocket lol or buy a pair of jeans with actual pockets:))
If anybody knows who start this stupid pocket mirage please let me know. When I buy clothing with pocket it is because I need pocket. When I do not need pocket I buy without pocket. Annoying is not the word here paying good money and getting clothing that do not serve you in what it is suppose to, is a steel plus it makes me feel very frustrated. A while back the pocket were ridiculously big and now it is joke made by clown. If there is a way to get pocket back on. Please let me know.
I showed my 10 year old brother a pair of jeans like this that I have. He was appalled
No thanks. I don't like pockets on my person, especially in pants. Although a jean line with big pockets should be optional for those who want such a thing. I prefer skinny jeans and big 'ol pockets just won't do.
I just got these shorts with these deep pockets and I'm so happy!!
I got to say I love my cargo shorts and pants I don't care what anyone says
Yeah I will see tight jeans and then girls with phones sticking out there back pockets hell come on grab one all you got to do is grab it and run it's like a little flag sticking out.
And some of them have fake pockets. They deceive us.
I accidentally bought some men's pants and shorts... Might never shop for women's pants again
I have a pair of shorts with back pockets 3 inches deep. Like what was the point?
If you want better features, STOP BUYING the products with the s**t features!
With nothing to play with,women don't need deeper jeans pocket
Men's jeans pockets are longer because they are needed for "pocket Pool"
Gender inequality can be seen in how big and how many pockets a person has.
Apparently we don't need room for wallets either because men buy us everything too *eyeroll*
But then they put pockets on the front of women's shirts. Why??? What do designers think we're going to put in them??
"Bored Panda reached out to Nigerian fashion designer Oyinda Akinfenwa," I love that name. It's so melodic. It's poetry. Just had to point that out.
Women’s pocket issue aside, which I get, these phones aren’t meant to be on any pockets. I’ve seen guys in skinny jeans with a phone like this in their pocket and it was just as ridiculous.
Almost all of the pants in the women's section has shallow pockets. The rest are fake. Some women may not fit into the men's sizes or don't like the design.
Load More Replies...At least, you can very easily extend them yourself even as someone who barely knows anything about sewing.
Big Purse lobbyists pay the fashion designers to not give women's clothing adequate pockets.
Don't even get me started on the lack of pockets in women's dress pants, skirts or dresses.
I swear this exact picture must show up on BP at least once a month. How many times are we gonna talk about this?
Until this will turn up as "Remember the time when women's pants didn't have real pockets?"
Load More Replies...Why do women's pockets carry nothing but one coin (Or nothing at all in very annoying cases anyone else get pants to have it have the pockets SEWED TOGETHER) while the guys are over here with Bing bong's little bag from inside out. (For those of you that didnt watch that movie, Mary Poppins' handbag, which can be seen having an armchair in it.)
Why hasn't anyone jumped on this, it's something i see complained about always, so why hasn't a woman just started "jeans & dresses with pockets" company
The lack of functional pockets forces women to carry purses or have amazing hand dexterity. Do you carry a purse? Are you able to carry your wallet, keys, phone, and whatever else you need comfortably in your hands? Make sure to include holding your coffee and/or children's hands in your plans. (Btw, on average, women's hands are smaller than men's hands. Imagine carrying all of that with smaller hands because your clothing doesn't function properly for your needs.)
Load More Replies...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?
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.
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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.