There is something to be said about the utility of UI design going through different "fashion trends." I believe it helps keep things innovative to a degree. The mantra of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" leads to, in my opinion, stagnation. However, when we start to reduce functionality due to trying to appear more "fashionable," that's when we start to get into trouble. It's all about balance.
There is something to be said about the utility of UI design going through different "fashion trends." I believe it helps keep things innovative to a degree. The mantra of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" leads to, in my opinion, stagnation. However, when we start to reduce functionality due to trying to appear more "fashionable," that's when we start to get into trouble. It's all about balance.