Google searches show that nostalgia is trending for spring fashion and beauty. Staples from the past — like cropped pants and French tips — have hit all-time highs this year. Early 2000s, is that you?
Read on for a deeper look at what’s trending on Google.
Fresh, yet familiar clothing
- Dots: Search interest for “polka dot” reached an all-time high in 2026. “Polka dot coat” was the most popular search for polka dot clothing style in the past month, followed by “polka dot blouse”.
- Romantic Lace: “Lace midi skirts” are at a 10-year high, and “lace tops” have reached an all-time high this year. “Block shorts” and “lace undershirt” were the most popular lace searches over the past month.
- Capris and cropped pants: Search interest for “cropped pants” and “ankle pants” reached an all-time high in 2026. Capri pants are the most popular spring pants searches over the past month, with denim and wide leg styles leading the way.
Fashionable footwear
- Nice apartments: Searches for “ballet flats” and “Mary Jane shoes” are at five-year highs. And people are looking for playful variations for warmer weather — “jelly faces” are up 360% in the past month.
- Kitten heels: They currently have an absolutely high search interest and mesh is the most popular kitten heel material.
- Spring Satin: Searches for “satin sandals” have increased every spring since 2006, and people are searching for them more than ever before. Also, searches for “blue satin shoes” reached a 10-year high in 2026.
Excellent accessories
- Statement Jewelry: Search interest for “chunky necklace” reached an all-time high in 2026, with “chunky charm necklace” nearly doubling over the past month. “Cuff bracelet” also reached an all-time high in 2026 and was one of the most popular spring bracelet searches in the past month.
- Elongated bags: Searches for “barrel bags” and “east west bag” – ’90s-inspired purses known for their long shapes – are currently at an all-time high.
- Silk goods: Search interest for “silk scarf” reached an all-time high in 2026, and it is the most popular scarf material searched for with trench coats (a spring staple). People are getting creative with how they wear their silk — “silk scarf top” hit a 10-year high in 2026, and “bandana belt” was a breakout search in the past month.
Modern hairstyles with a twist
- Shortcuts: The trendiest spring haircut search in the past month is “modern shag haircut women.” “Italian bob” and “bixie” have both reached record highs in 2026, and “birkin bangs” is a breakout search in the past month.
- Hair accessories: Searches for “hair jewelry” just hit an all-time high, with “gold hair clips” and “hair glitter” being popular related searches. Over the past month, “french pin tutorial” increased by +145%, while “french pin” and “french hair comb” recently hit record highs.
Bold beauty
- Polka dots: “Polka Dot Nails” recently reached a 10-year high, with “black and white” as the most popular color combination, followed by “blue and yellow.”
- French tip: Searches for “french tips” increase every spring, and this year they reached an all-time high. Almond was the most popular nail shape searched for with French tips, and “orange French tip nails” was a breakout search in the past month.
- Light makeup: People are searching for “Blue Mascara” more than ever, and “Coral Lipstick” is the most popular spring lipstick color in the past month.
Whether you’re preparing for a wardrobe overhaul or just want to refresh your makeup drawer, Search can help you find exactly what you’re looking for.