This season, almost everyone is trying to get that Carrie Bradshaw in Season 2 of Sex and the City or Jennifer Lopez circa 1997 vibe. No matter who your style icon is, one thing is very clear. It’s going to be a ’90s fashion season. While the early aughts were defined by the tacky and outrageous, think pelvis-baring jeans, chaotic layering, and candy-colored velour tracksuits, the decade prior was home to posh trends that have withstood the years. Professional pieces, such as skirt suits, sheath dresses, boxy blazers, and tailored vests, incorporate the minimalist themes that characterized this era.
Today, some 30 years later, these wardrobe staples are having a major comeback of their own. It’s easy to find yourself inadvertently playing dress-up when you want to channel the bygone era. That’s why it’s essential to introduce modern details that can balance out even the most nostalgic aesthetics. Here are some ’90s fashion tips.
Sports Jerseys
During the 1990s, jerseys were frequently worn with sagging jeans or sweatpants. Today, this sporty style has been embraced by the quirkiest fashion girls among us, to be paired with plaid skirts, cargo pants, and Bermuda shorts for a chic summer fit.
Plaid Skirts
The combination of plaid skirt with chunky boot is just as popular now as it was in the 90s. This edgy combo has withstood the test of time, bringing edgy-girl style to decades later. Think No Doubt-era Gwen Stefani, but with a touch of modern day.
Tailored Vest
The vest or waistcoat was often worn during the ’90s as a piece all by itself rather than as part of a suit. Today’s version is most likely to be worn over a big-collared blouse or simply on it’s own.
Capri Pants
Petal pushers continued their dominance well into the 2000s, but this trend actually started in the late ’90s. The look is incredibly versatile and can be adapted to fit almost any aesthetic. Style your own pair with a zip-up tank for a sporty look or a billowing blouse for a boho vibe.
Double Denim
Jean jackets, vests, and high-waist jeans were a foundation of 1990s fashion. Denim lovers will be happy to know that they are still very much in. But if you want to hop onto this train for a more 2025 kind of look, go for more current silhouettes, such as a denim crop top and/or cargo pants.
