2016 is so last week. After a long, painful year, we are all craving a little hope for 2017. Lucky for us, it may just be our year. From movies, shows, and games, to fashion, technology and music, everyone has something to look forward to this coming year. It’s time to say “see ya never!” to 2016, and jump into a new, fulfilling year.
For the movie-fanatics:
There’s quite an impressive lineup for movies this coming year. Here is a list of must-sees in 2017:
“Beauty and the Beast” – 3/17/17
A modern-day remake of the Disney classic with Emma Watson as the lead.
“Fifty Shades Darker” – 2/10/17
A spicy hot sequel to the box office hit, “Fifty Shades of Grey”.
“Logan” – 3/3/17
The last Wolverine movie set in a future inhabited by mutants.
“The Fate of the Furious” – 4/14/2017
The eighth movie of the “Fast and Furious” franchise that’s future was debated after the tragic loss of Paul Walker, but will hit the big screen this year with a few twists.
“Gaurdians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” – 5/5/17
The sequel to the mega-popular “Guardians of the Galaxy” which is much anticipated.
“Wonder Woman” – 6/2/17
A much-needed superhero movie starring a major female role and modern take on a comic classic.
“Spider-Man: Homecoming” – 7/7/17
Another superhero movie to look out for, taking us into the past of Peter Parker’s high school days.
“Star Wars: Episode VIII” – 12/15/17
With the successful Star Wars story, “Rogue One”, hitting the theatres at the end of 2016, the franchise is gaining more traction into 2017 as episode VIII is planned to be released with worthy excitement.
For the small-screen lovers:
“The Bachelor” -1/2/17 on ABC
Some of us have already tuned in to this season of “The Bachelor” and witnessed the claws coming out in Nick’s season. We must stay tuned to see how catty this group can get.
“New Girl” - 1/3/17 on FOX
The new season of new girl kicked off on Tuesday and us fans can’t wait to see how this season unravels.
“Are You the One?” – 1/11/17 on MTV
If you haven’t seen this unique dating show yet, I suggest you tune in on the 11th.
“A Series of Unfortunate Events” – 1/13/17 on Netflix
Those of us who read this series in school are highly anticipating it being brought to life in the new Netflix series.
“Iron Fist” – 3/17/17 on Netflix
This original series follows a hero fighting crime in New York City with his skills in kung-fu and the iron fist, a weapon fueled with superhuman impact.
“El Chapo” – ?/?/17 on Netflix
Although the release date is unknown, this new drama series give us an inside look on the life of Mexican drug lord, El Chapo.
For the gamers:
“Resident Evil 7: Biohazard” – 1/24/17 (PS4, Xbox One, PC)
Resident Evil games have kept gamers on the edge of their seats for years, but this release is expected to be more eerie and exciting than ever, and is compatible with VR systems to take the terror to the next level.
“Halo Wars 2” – 2/21/17 (Xbox One, PC)
This sequel offers a new take on the Halo series with multiplayer modes for up to 6 characters and more intense tactical action.
“The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” - ?/?/17 (Wii U, Switch)
The Zelda series is nearly 30 years old and still going strong with a release date set in 2017 for this new adventure game consisting of a vast open world.
“Uncharted 4: The Lost Legacy” - ?/?/17 (PS4)
This spinoff of the previous Uncharted game, “A Thief’s End”, guides you through the eyes of a new character, Chloe, on a mission to track down an ancient artifact.
“Injustice 2” - ?/?/17 (PS4, Xbox One)
The sequel to the popular “Injustice” game, composed of battles between both famous heroes and infamous villains, will release sometime in 2017 as well.
“Red Dead Redemption 2” – Fall 2017 (PS4, Xbox One, PC)
Rockstar has kept us waiting a while for a sequel to the hot “Red Dead Redemption”. There isn’t much information released yet, but rumors suggest that we will be playing as the son of John Marsden, the main character of the first game.
Here’s what to wear in 2017, for the fashionistas:
Dual-wear clothing
A new trend expected for 2017 is called dual-wear, meaning outfits that are designed to be worn by both males and females. The idea comes from a designer named Raf Simons, who will debut this trend in February at New York Fashion Week.
Leggings
Leggings are making a high-fashion comeback, and not in the way we wear them (with a baggy tee or sweatshirt). Colored leggings are expected to hit the runway as an under-layer, such as beneath a dress.
Yellow
Not the most flattering of colors always, but sure to make a statement in 2017. Expect to see rays of sunshine on the runway this year.
Nylon
Are you thinking what I’m thinking? Better run to the nearest thrift store and cop some old windbreakers. Nylon is coming back into style thanks to Demna Gvasalia, who debuted colorful nylon pieces in the Balenciaga show.
Neon floral
Floral has never really been “out”, but the style is being revamped this fashion season in a bright way- with neon colors and accents.
For the tech-savvy:
Samsung foldable smartphone
The first of its kind, making the device more compact and easier to pocket.
Nintendo Switch
An upcoming game console in tablet form with two detachable controllers on either side is on the forecast this year. Perfect for gaming on the go.
iPhone 7s or 8?
The next iPhone is rumored to debut in September, but it is uncertain whether it will be an expansion of the 7 or a brand new model as the 8. It is also speculated that the home button may be gone for good.
The next iPad
The newest iPad is expected to be released soon, as early as March. Rumors suggest this model will also ditch the home button.
Samsung Galaxy S8
After the explosive failure of the Galaxy Note 7, Samsung fans are hopeful for a better release in 2017. The new phone is expected to have a fingerprint reader and may ditch the headphone jack, as Apple did in late 2016.
Amazon Echo with touchscreen
Both the Amazon Echo and Echo Dot are useful in many ways, but the new model to be released is expected to be much more advanced, with a 7-inch touchscreen display.
BeatsX headphones
Apple engineers teamed up with the brand to develop the newest headphone design, which includes Bluetooth capabilities and better battery life.
For the music-lovers, here are some artists to expect albums from this year:
Jay-Z
Jay-Z is rumored to have suspended the release of an album he composed in order to give Beyonce time to release “Lemonade”, one of the hottest albums of 2016. Now it’s his time, with his album expected to be released sometime early this year.
Blondie
Blondie is said to be releasing an album this year with collaborations that include Sia, Charli XCX, Blood Orange, and others.
Iggy Azalea
The controversial hip-hop artist is expected to release her album “Digital Distortion” early in 2017. Whether you love or hate her, some predict the album will be very successful.
Major Lazer
The popular EDM artist is said to be releasing the album “Music is the Weapon” near the end of January with new electrifying tracks that will be sure to hit the festival stages.
Brad Paisley
He’s one of those artists that seems to never stop working. Paisley plans to release an album this year titled “Love and War” sometime in February.
Avril Levigne
Many are talking about the comeback of Avril this year, but are unsure about exactly what genre the album will be. Guess we’ll have to wait and see.
