Were Taking You Back to the Nineties
‘90s nostalgia has been driving the fashion market for several years, and ‘90s music fashion has been at the forefront of that rebirth. This shouldn’t come as a shock to anyone. The decade of the 1990s is well-known for its plethora of fashion trends like dungarees and women’s Converse sneakers. The legacy of this decade is viewed through a rose-tinted lens of CD covers, magazine spreads, cable TV shows, and blockbuster films as the last period before the digital world ruled culture.
The 1990s were also a time when fashion branding and marketing came together. People began to buy solely to be associated with certain brands, which became known as logomania. The brands you wore became your narrative as those associations evolved into their own subcultures.
Even for those who grew up at this time, just hearing the words ‘90s fashion conjures up a laundry list of references and crucial pieces, but putting them into words can be challenging. Moreover, without first-hand experience, it may be difficult for younger generations buying modern pieces, to appreciate the references. So, here’s a summary of the essential ‘90s fashion wardrobe and how each piece came to symbolize the era’s style in its own unique manner.
Colors
The easiest method to start designing vivid, joyful ’90s suits is to start with primary colors and branch out, finding acceptable color-blocking with these primary colors. In addition to color blocks and primary colors, tie-dye is a fascinating retro fashion experiment as long as you retain your tie-dye piece as the focal point of your outfit. Tie-dye shouldn’t be paired with other patterns or primary elements. The idea is to appear bright and laid-back rather than clashy and out of place.
Hats
Snapback caps became popular in the 1990s as hip-hop became more mainstream. The trend, which started with rappers, quickly spread worldwide. These flat-brimmed caps, which usually have logos, are still stylish today. However, instead of wearing them to the side, remember to wear them to the front or backward.
Boots
A robust and sturdy pair of classic nubuck Timberlands will see you through any occasion. They’re a ‘90s hip-hop style staple that’s stood the test of time and redefined street style. They were initially created for construction workers, but hip-hop musicians of the era were always looking to improve their hustler status; thus, their Timbs showed it. Fans of hip-hop and fashion were ready to follow suit! The trend caught on as soon as Biggie Smalls and Tupac started wearing them. Timberlands 6″ boots are still a mainstay today, with Rihanna, Kanye West, and J Lo wearing them regularly.
Baggy Jeans
This decade saw baggy jeans become a famous men’s style. By the middle of the decade, this look had gained on and had made its way out of skaters’, punks’, and rappers’ underground and fringe subcultures and into the mainstream. So if you want to add some personality to your outfit, baggy jeans are the way to go.
Dungaree
Denim dungarees’ popularity, however welcome, is probably the most difficult to place of all the strange and beautiful trends that were generated in this decade. T-shirts, hoodies, and button-ups can be worn with them, whether fitted or baggy, strapped up or undone.
Sneakers
The sneakers, of course, are a massive part of vintage streetwear. Nike and Adidas, of course, are the major players. In the 1990s, Nike had the renowned Air Max line and a wide range of retro runners that are currently trending and the obvious Air Force 1s. Nike also offered a large selection of basketball shoes, ranging from Air Pennies to Jordans. Nike dominated the vintage sneaker market with renowned vintage sneakers like the Sambas, Superstars, EQTs, and Crazy Eights. Still, Adidas had a good portion of the market as well.
Today’s creatives and fashionistas frequently refer to the 1990s for style inspiration and guidance. We can credit a slew of now-famous figures for the decade’s longevity.