# School Clique Styles The Topshop High 2012 Lookbook is Ready to Hit the Books By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-04-10 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-shop-high-2012 References: [fellt](http://fellt.com/studdedhearts/2012/04/topshop-high-summer-12) & [topshop](http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TopCategoriesDisplay?storeId=12556&catalogId=33057) The Topshop High Summer 2012 lookbook features [high school-inspired styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backtoit-campaign). Expressive and bold, this advertorial spread is whimsical, fun and youth-infused. From intricately beaded rompers and sleeveless biker styles to ornate patterned pairings, this cliquey shoot is all about chic seasonal must-haves. Fusing a series of versatile basics with eye-catching accent pieces, these vibrant in-studio portraits feature a bevy of multifunctional looks. Displaying the season's hottest hair trend, models sport pink ombre tresses and pose in crazy color-enriched ensembles. Rocking dynamic accessory pieces, the girls wear [oversized cat-eye shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-rules-club), ethnically patterned scarves and nautical back pack designs. Whether emphasizing prim princess, cool surfer chic or rocking raver pieces, the Topshop High Summer 2012 lookbook highlights the vibrant world of [teen clique fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Youth Culture Fashion:** Brands can capitalize on the youth market by creating clothing inspired by high school fashion trends with bold patterns and vibrant colors. - **Multifunctional Fashion:** Designers can create versatile pieces that can be worn in different ways or mixed and matched with other items to appeal to consumers looking for value and flexibility. - **Bold Accessory Statements:** Brands can incorporate oversized and unique accessories into their collections to make a fashion statement and attract attention on social media platforms like Instagram. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Brands can tap into the teenage market by creating high school inspired clothing lines that are youthful, bold, and expressive. - **Beauty:** Hair stylists can experiment with bold and non-traditional hair color trends to create youthful looks that appeal to the teenage market. - **Social Media:** Influencers can showcase fun and bold fashion statements through their Instagram accounts to attract followers who are looking for unique and trendy fashion styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Offbeat Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asos-inspired-by.md) - [High School-Inspired Autumn Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erl-2.md) - [Uniform-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-drama-school.md) - [Vintage Campus Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-breakfast-club.md) - [Girlhood-Inspired Clothing Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peachy-dens-sweet-cheeks.md) - [Scrapbook-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-class-uniform.md) - [Spooky Back-to-School Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keds-x-monster-high.md) - [Homecoming-Enthused Collegiate Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homecoming-styles.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md)