The 17 weirdest fashion trends of 2017

We can't make this stuff up, folks.

The year 2017 is the year of weird beauty trends and even stranger fashion fads.

For some reason, the runway gods gave us a whole heap of unnecessary items that only the bravest of souls are willing to put in their closet. They're bold, risky and well, I suppose that's what fashion is about but...did we really need a Forever 21 x Taco Bell line?

Obviously, we know if Rihanna or Beyoncé were to pull up on any red carpet with any of these on, we would instantly love them. But until then, here are the most bizarre creations that hit runways and stores in 2017. Brace yourself!

1. Moschino's dry cleaner dress

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Hmmm...

2. Balenciaga's car mat skirts

3. Balenciaga's IKEA tote-inspired bags

At least they aren't thongs?

4. Double Jeans

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Why.

5. Thong jeans

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6. Clear jeans

I am so sorry, but unfortunately we are not done here when it comes to what happened to jeans in 2018. Deepest condolences to denim around the world.

7. Crotchless jeans

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8. Fake mud jeans

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9. Detachable jeans

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10. Sweater sleeves

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Granted, there is a sheer torso.

11. Forever 21 x Taco Bell

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Millennials, rejoice.

13. $3,000 straw hat dress

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Just to reiterate, that's $3,000.

14. Pre-destroyed Margiela sneakers

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A whopping $1,425!

15. Romphim

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Never forget the year of the Romphim.

16. Clear Knee Mom Jeans

Lol, you thought we were done with jean trends? My bad.

17. Duvet ponchos

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We can't wait to see what 2018 will bring.

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