Pop-punk fashion is back: Here’s how to wear it
Pop-punk fashion is back: should we be surprised? Thanks to nostalgic TikTokers, pop-punk is the latest 90s trend to find its way to social media. An aesthetic made famous by bands like Blink-182, Green Day, Sum 41, and Good Charlotte, pop-punk in 2025 is much more than angsty band tees, ultra skinny jeans, plaid, and platform boots.
Here are the five quintessential pop-punk staples and how to style them.
1. Fishnet tights
Fishnet items—especially dresses—are a huge part of pop-punk fashion, and tights are definitely also part of the trend. Pair them with statement-making, oversized outfits or with white socks and a chic leather ensemble à la Chanel.
-29%
Courrèges
Mini Multi Sangle Vinyl Skirt Black
$560.00
$792.00
Balardi
-37%
Norma Kamali
Faux Leather Skirt Black
$554.00
$879.00
Balardi
-43%
Kassl Editions
Wrap Skirt Oil Skirt Black
$465.00
$813.00
Balardi
Nothing says pop-punk like combat boots. Ankle, thigh-high, and everything in between, they’ll add a touch of rebelliousness to any look.
A.S.98
Emper Combat Boot in Black at Nordstrom, Size 10.5-11Us
$439.95
Nordstrom
Michael Kors
Blake Black Combat Boot
$385.00
Balardi
Proenza Schouler
Black Lug Sole Platform Combat Boots
$1,050.00
SSENSE
Michael Kors
BLAKE BLACK COMBAT BOOT
$313.62
Ferraris Boutique
Bold statement belts were all the rage this past year; studded belts are the pop-punk take on the trend. Take a note from Alexander McQueen’s Autumn/Winter 2019 collection and pair your studded belt with a romantic, frilly dress for a balanced hard/soft look.
-9%
HTC
Studded Belt - White
$322.15
$352.58
ShopSimon
-40%
Good American
Womens Classic Studded Silver Belt | Chrome, Size Large/XL | Good American by KhloÈ Kardashian
$58.99
$99.00
Good American
Plaid is the must-have pop-punk staple, and no one is doing plaid in 2024 like Chopova Lowena. The London-based brand puts a contemporary twist on plaid through materials and silhouettes that we just can’t get enough of.
An always-cool pop-punk print: plaid is making its way to our wardrobes this season, either styled with an edge or a touch of prep.
-23%
Douuod
Grey/Blue Wool Blend Checked Skirt Multi
$144.00
$187.00
Balardi
-31%
Archivio 67
Archivio 67 Multi
$198.00
$288.00
Balardi
Robert Barakett
Darlog Knit Shirt Blue
€148.00
Robert Barackett
-23%
Douuod
Grey/Blue Wool Blend Checked Skirt Multi
$206.00
$268.00
Balardi
Robert Barakett
Dax Woven Overshirt Blue
€158.00
Robert Barackett
-70%
HUGO BOSS
Blazers Red
$122.00
$404.00
Yoox
5. Skinny trousers
The skinny jeans trend might not be back just yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t rock a pair of pop-punk skinny trousers! They look perfectly balanced (big/slim) with an oversized top, or with chunky shoes.
Nike
Trousers Purple
$235.00
Balardi
Ralph Lauren
Keslina Skinny Pant Blue
$189.00
Bernardelli
Nike
Trousers Black
$235.00
Balardi
Original text and content: Kayla Kuefler
