TIE-DYE TRENDS: Cool Ways To Rock Tie-Dye In 2021

What is tie-dye? Tie-dye is making a major comeback. How to style tie-dye. A little tie-dye DIY tutorial at home.

So now that tie-dye is making a major comeback you see around more often, people catching on psychedelic abstract apparel that could distort you on the spot and some lightening pastel hues that could take you dreaming. Well, you would be in for another experience on your own with some right in your wardrobes for you to try on. 

Well, What Is Tie-dye?

Unless you were born just yesterday, I’m probably sure you’ve heard of tie-dye. One classic fashion piece that’s sure to never die out. Tie-dye has existed with us longer than you can imagine.

Tie-dye is a modern term for an ancient dyeing technique called 'resist-dyeing' that dates far back to the 5th century in writings in China. Well, it has its history in other parts of the world too. Back then, dyes were made naturally with berries, leaves, fruit, and other natural ingredients.

Tie-dye is any product that is made with this technique or any product made with this pattern, could even be printed. Tie-dye is mostly fashion pieces from just plain fabrics to scarfs, socks, t-shirts, and leisurewear and accessories too.

Trending: Quite The Comeback

Throughout the history of fashion, tie-dye has stood the test of time and harsh criticisms of the fashion world. Even as much as it may seem like a "day-mare" in fashion’s face, tie-dye remains a classic fashion piece.

With a quick comeback in 2020 with some ’60s and ‘80s nostalgia, tie-dyes are becoming a trend you would want to hop on.

Wearing Tie-dye 

From Justin Bieber totally riding that wave to Jonah Hill and Will Smith rocking them occasionally. I think it's time you do too. Styling in tie-dye is just as casual as rocking a hoodie and sweatpants but should be much thoughtful as suiting up.

Although it may seem like something easy to pull off, you could also easily go wrong. Here are some ideas to not look like a color nightmare. Some easy ways you could try [probably your first] tie-dye outfit... It’s quite a fun way to shake up your wardrobe with some color and style. 

• Being Super Casual

Well, probably, tie-dye may not be your fashion taste, but you could try them out, no harm in trying. If the vibrant colors are too wild for you, you could start with some neutral-colored t-shirts, earthy tones like black, brown, some dark blues, and greens. You wouldn’t want to go full-blown yellow and red just your first try…

• Making A Statement

Already looking unrestrained with its popular vibrant colors, ready to turn some heads with your outfit choice... 

• Tie-dye Tailoring

Sounds like something you would want to try on with some one-colored, earthy, and dark tone shirts incorporated into some formal wear...

• Accessorize With Tie-dye

And if you want to keep it on the low but very cool, you can accessorize with it. A pair of sneakers, pair of socks, a crossbody bag, a bucket hat, or even a beanie will do the trick.

Major Tie-dye Pieces

Tie-dye come in many patterns, colors and modern fashion has made it quite easy to get tie-dye on as many outfits as possible so there's no need to hold up on that t-shirt as the only one you can have.

• T-shirt

The classic tie-dye piece you can easily work with.

• Hoodie

Up your style and go super leisure...

• Athleisure wear

Athleisure with some pop to throw on...

• Bucket Hat

Feel free to throw in some accessories to set the tone...

• Footwear

To make the sneakers pop out more you would keep your outfit quite minimal, not hide behind wild colors...

The trick to wearing tie-dye is being as casual and minimalist as possible. You wouldn't want to do too much of the colors unless you probably want to look like a full-on art piece.

Making Your Own Tie-dye T-Shirt: A "Tie-D.I.Y."

Ok, so now I’m guessing you are wondering how to get yourself your first tie-dye outfit. You sort through the many options online and couldn't find the right one. Well, here's good news, you could make one on your own, from scratch with colors of your choice and patterns from your own creativity. It’s fun and quite rewarding when you do it on your own. All you need is a t-shirt, a few rubber bands, and some colorful clothing dye.

A quick video guide from Highsnobiety

Want more ideas, here’s a tie-dye board I made on Pinterest just for you for more inspiration for looks.

Let’s chat in the comments and tag us to show us some fun way you rock your tie-dye on social media @noveltytrials

Image Credits: Pinterest, FashionNova, Man2man.boohooman.com