The year 2024 is all about celebrating fashion. Enter BINI’s Sheena, who coined the ultimate mood-checkers: “eyyy” for what’s hot and “nayyy” for the major flops. 

Whether you’re rocking retro sneaks, twirling in bubble skirts, or side-eyeing the Labubu craze that’s dividing the Internet faster than skinny jeans, 2024’s fashion scene is nothing short of a rollercoaster.

The DAILY TRIBUNE breaks down 2024’s trends and spills the tea: Are they “eyyy” or “nayyy”?

The “Eyyy” moments

These trends are giving life, turning sidewalks into runways, and making everyone say, “where’d you get that?”

1. Dangling earrings & bag charms

More is more this 2024, and dangling earrings paired with bag charms are the proof. Whether it’s quirky Pop Mart charms or bejeweled details on your tote or boho bags, the vibe is: accessorize like your life depends on it.

2. Retro-inspired sneakers

Y2K isn’t just a trend; it’s a lifestyle. From adidas Samba, Puma Speedcat to New Balance 530, these kicks are your ticket to nostalgia with a touch of cool. Plus, let’s be real — early 2000s sneaker culture is undefeated.

3. Barrel-leg jeans

Skinny jeans who? Barrel-leg jeans have officially dethroned your fave denim staple. 

Thanks to Elle magazine and TikTok influencers, this wide, curved cut is the shape of 2024. Universally flattering and totally rebellious against traditional cuts, it’s giving “I don’t care, but I also slay.”

4. Clogs & bubble skirts

Clogs are no longer just for gardening moms. Think Kendall Jenner’s off-duty chic mixed with a bubble skirt for the ultimate fashion-girl-next-door aesthetic. 

Rounded hems and voluminous poufs? Girly yet chaotic — just like Gen Z.

5. Platform boots/heels

Sabrina Carpenter said platforms are forever, and we believe her. Equal parts flirty and fierce, platform boots are dominating TikTok OOTDs with their unapologetic glam vibes.

6. Face gems & gllitter

If Olivia Rodrigo’s Sour era taught us anything, it’s that sparkle never goes out of style. From glitter eye makeup to hair gems, the 2024 concert scene looks like Euphoria exploded, and we’re obsessed.

7. Pleated skirts

Rodrigo isn’t stopping with glitter; her pleated skirts are giving us preppy-chic energy that feels timeless yet fresh.

The “Nayyy” 

Not every trend lands, and here’s what we’re side-eyeing in 2024:

1. Cowboy core

Yee-haw? More like yee-naw. Let’s leave cowboy hats and fringe in the Wild West. The cowboy aesthetic had its moment, but 2024 is done with it. 

2. Skinny Jeans

Gen Z buried skinny jeans years ago, yet they still haunt us. Let’s collectively agree to retire these body-hugging relics for good.

3. Underwear as outerwear

It’s giving confused. Let’s just say no. Look, everyone love daring fashion, but sometimes, boundaries matter. The whole “underwear as pants” trend? Cute in theory, but sometimes cringe in real life.

Great divide: Labubu or La-boo-boo?

And then, there’s Labubu. The chaotic launch of this furry, sharp-toothed monster doll in the Philippines was nothing short of a cultural moment. 

Fans went wild, instagram feeds exploded, and now, Labubu is the accessory du jour — or is it? While some hail the Pop Mart icon as artsy chic, others dismiss it as overpriced clutter for clout.

What’s the hype about?

Labubu, created by Hong Kong-born artist Kasing Lung in 2015, is part of The Monsters collection — a group of impish creatures inspired by Nordic fairy tales. 

Recognizable by its pointy ears, mischievous smile, and sharp teeth, Labubu’s origins lie in children’s books but have since evolved into collectible art toys. 

It owes much of its 2024 resurgence to Blackpink’s Lisa, whose post turned this quirky figure into a meme, sparking a buying frenzy across Southeast Asia.

From Thai royalty and senators to Filipino celebrities like Marian Rivera, Kathryn Bernardo, Andrea Brillantes, and Vice Ganda, Labubu’s fanbase spans from the bougie to the bold. 

Whether as a plushie, a bag charm, or part of a blind box collection, Labubu has become a playful, low-key fashion statement.

Backlash

But not everyone’s here for the Labubu love. 

A viral post by a user named “Jennie” questioned whether Christians should be collecting dolls inspired by “demonic” Nordic mythology.

The post warns, “Don’t be a Labubu monster lover… Labubu dolls’ roots are from Nordic demon gods.” While some shrugged it off as moral panic, others are seriously reconsidering their Labubu obsession.

Despite the controversy, Labubu is undeniably 2024’s fashion wildcard — half statement piece, half conversation starter.

So what’s your verdict, is Labubu the must-have accessory of the year or just another passing fad inflated by celebrity clout? 

Whether you’re team “eyyy” or team “nayyy,” one thing’s for sure: fashion and collectibles are about what sparks your joy.