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For a large majority of people, myself included, the past year-plus has felt like a chaotic rollercoaster of emotions. Between stressing about a worldwide health crisis and dealing with a handful of personal ones, I'm not exaggerating when I say I'm able to laugh or cry at any given moment, and every so often, I manage to do both simultaneously.
And wouldn't you know it, but fashion is imitating life, and emotional clothing and accessories are emerging as a definitive trend. Smiley face shirts, sweaters, dresses, and more are suddenly everywhere, partially due to that nostalgic '90s influence and an overall mission to make getting dressed feel joyful again. In some cases, however, the classic emoji is pictured upside-down or frowning instead, sending a silent signal that the wearer might just be going through something today (or for the 300th consecutive day).
After spending so much time adding these items to my own cart, I figured the rest of the world might want to check 'em out, too. Cue that Kacey Musgraves song — it's time see the cutest happy-sad clothing the Internet has to offer.
Lazy Oaf Happy Sad Pink Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
Shop now: $119; lazyoaf.com
PacSun Smiley Face High Waisted Denim Festival Shorts
Shop now: $50; pacsun.com
Spiritual Gangster Brooklyn Sweatshirt
Shop now: $148; revolve.com
Sydney Evan 14K Yellow Gold & Diamond Happy Face Signet Ring
Shop now: $2,730; saksfifthavenue.com
Moschino Platform Smiley-Face Sneakers
Shop now: $585; farfetch.com
InStyle Smiley Face Tee
Shop now: $35; bonfire.com
Rue21 Black Smiley Embroidered Dad Hat
Shop now: $11; rue21.com
By Sami Ryan Smiley Good For You Crewneck
Shop now: $76; bysamiiryan.com
Kule The Wink Face Bucket
Shop now: $168; kule.com
Adinas Jewels Rainbow Smiley Face Beaded Necklace
Shop now: $50; adinasjewels.com
Ganni Smiley Swimsuit
Shop now: $192; farfetch.com
BDG Smile Zip-Up Hoodie Sweatshirt
Shop now: $99; urbanoutfitters.com
FARM Rio Mixed Print Smiley® Shirt
Shop now: $110; farmrio.com
Free People Romeo Super Scrunchie
Shop now: $12; freepeople.com
Zara Smiley Happy Collection Dress
Shop now: $30; zara.com
American Eagle Tailgate Women's Smiley Graphic Ringer T-Shirt
Shop now: $30; ae.com
Aviator Nation Smiley Embroidered Sweatshirt
Shop now: $166; bloomingdales.com
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Coney Island Picnic Smile/Frown Long Sleeve Tee
Shop now: $39; urbanoutfitters.com
Zenzee Smiley Face Pool slide Sandal
Shop now: $45; wolfandbadger.com
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