6 Things that are suddenly incredibly hot

It’s like we all got together in a big general meeting to discuss these things. Suddenly ordering mint tea seems inappropriate. Or at least not very cool anymore. There are those things that we all let go of and others that we collectively and trendily embrace. Here comes the lot from this Summer.

1. Coconut water

Or actually anything with coconut. Coconut milk in your soup, coconut oil in your hair but mostly it’s all about coconut water. Good for your skin and insides and, very important, the perfect anti-hangover drink.

2. Men with hair knots and beards

We are talking about an and-and situation here. So a beard at the bottom and a hair knot on top. I think it is a reaction to the wild beard trend. You get to show how extremely manly you are but also your soft and groomed side all at the same time.

3. Ripped jeans

Of course ripped jeans were big back in the eighties. Also known as the ’torn jeans’. Only now the rips have become art. Striving for barer than naked. Think Kim Kardashian and then another scoop on top. Or should I say, a piece of jeans removed.

4. Multiple piercings

I also took the plunge and see everyone around me with multiple ear piercings. It has an unexpected appeal. Two holes in each ear with the same earrings are sooo, how shall I say this, from before?

5. Gin & tonic

Sure, ordering a glass of rose won’t get you slapped in the cuffs by the fashion police, but the hip and happening people are all ordering gin & tonics on the terrace. Modernised by adding a slice of cucumber or a sprig of thyme. Don’t forget the tonic. Fever Tree is the bomb. And don’t forget the gin, vitally important. Tanqueray Tan is the one to impress with. Hendrick’s Gin is also recommended. If those two aren’t around, you may use the Bombay Sapphire, but the we suggest you mix them in the privacy of your kitchen. Away from prying eyes.

6. normcore

Everyone out and about in slippers and in the most understated outfits possible. I’m no fan but I’m taking on a resigned and unbiased role for writing this post. You won’t hear a peep from me. Well not for now.