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• Steps
• Part 1 of 3: Choosing a 90s Top
• Part 2 of 3: Choosing a Bottom from the 90s
• Part 3 of 3: Finding 90s Accessories
• Tips

Music and the pop culture in general of the 1990s had a huge impact on the fashion of those years. For a 90s look, check out a check flannel shirt, baggy jeans, and combat boots. Other garments that were fashionable at the time were windbreakers, form-fitting tops, and jumpsuits. How to dress in style in the 90s? Choose a top that suits you, then match it with a bottom, and finally the accessories you loved to wear at the time.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Choosing a 90s Top

1. 1 To dress like in the 90s, you can start with a T-shirt from a skate shop. In the 90s, loose-fitting T-shirts with pictures and lettering, such as those worn by skateboarders, were very fashionable. To look like a skater, buy a T-shirt from brands such as Blind, Toy Machine, Element, or Volcom.
   • If you are not a fan of skateboarding, a T-shirt from one of the old rock bands like Nirvana or Alice in Chains might suit you.
   • The T-shirt can be worn on its own, or you can throw a sweater or jacket over it.
2. 2 Top the t-shirt with a plaid flannel style shirt. grunge. In the 1990s, plaid flannel shirts were a favorite of rock musicians, especially those who played grunge music. The shirt can be draped over a graphic T-shirt or worn buttoned up.
   • In the 1990s, flannel shirts were commonly worn with baggy or aged jeans.
   • Flannel shirts were usually in neutral colors: dark green, brown, or burgundy. If you like bright colors more, then a shirt with a red, orange or yellow check will suit you.
3. 3 Bandana top or fitted knit top. Girls from the 90s loved to wear tops. To use a bandana as a top, fold it in half diagonally and hold it to your chest. Tie the ends of the bandana tightly in a knot at the back. Instead of a bandana, you can wear a tight-fitting top tube.
   • A tube top is a form-fitting short sleeveless tank top with straps.
   • If you don't like the idea of ​​wearing a bandana over your naked body, look for a cucumber-patterned bandana top for sale.
   • A form-fitting top is paired with high-waisted jeans, pants, or a pair of leggings.
4. 4 An extremely fashionable piece of clothing from the 90s is the slip dress. A slip is a thin, tight-fitting shirt with spaghetti straps that is worn under a dress or blouse with a skirt. It can be in a wide variety of colors: black, white, cream, pink, peach or light blue. It can be worn as a stand-alone piece of clothing, both on weekdays and on special occasions. You can wear a T-shirt or a tight top under the combination.
   • There are velvet slip dresses.
   • Slip dresses come in different lengths, from short to maxi.
5. 5 A great addition to a suit from the 90s will be a windbreaker with a geometric pattern. In the 1990s, windbreakers were very popular; they were made of windproof fabric in different colors and could be worn with a wide variety of outfits. Put on a T-shirt under your windbreaker; the zipper can be closed completely if you wish.
   • 90s style windbreaker is usually made from fabrics of several colors.
6. 6 For the colder months, you can complement your 90s-inspired outfit with a Coogi sweater. Sweaters of the Australian brand Coogi, knitted from thick multi-colored threads, were very popular with hip-hop stars in the 90s, for example, the famous American rapper Notorious B.I.G.
   • Genuine Coogi sweaters are quite expensive, so you should look for them in second-hand stores or buy an equivalent.
   • To create the style of the 90s, other sweaters knitted from multi-colored yarns or "rhombuses" are also suitable.
7. 7 Tie a hoodie or sweater around your waist. In the 90s, it was fashionable to wear a sweatshirt, tying the sleeves with a knot at the belt. Often they took a sweatshirt with them in case of cold weather, and they wore it tied around the waist. The main part of the sweatshirt or sweater is behind your back, and the sleeves are tied in a knot in front.
   • In addition to a sweatshirt and sweater, you can wear a flannel shirt or cardigan this way.
   • Choose a sweatshirt that matches the color of the rest of your clothing.

Part 2 of 3: Choosing a Bottom from the 90s

1. 1 Baggy or frayed jeans. Denim clothing was popular during this period, and the greatest demand was for loose jeans with distressed ones. They go well with a skateboarding jersey and flannel shirt. They can also be worn with a fitted top.
   • Among today's denim designs, boyfriend jeans are the closest to the trendy 90s designs.
   • In addition, boiled jeans were fashionable in the 90s. Buy yourself a pair of wide leg jeans in light blue, and you will look just like in the 90s.
2. 2 Distressed jeans or high-waisted trousers. In the 90s, high-waisted “mom's” jeans were popular. You will fit into the era by opting for a pair of ripped or boiled high-waisted jeans.
   • For example, boiled jeans can be worn with a skin-tight top or T-shirt that features a popular 90s rock band.
   • A club jacket (blazer) or a shirt with a collar with buttons will go well with trousers.
3. 3 Wear a jumpsuit, but do not strap. Jumpsuits were very fashionable in the 90s, however many wore them without buttoning the shoulder straps or with only one buttoned. They look good with T-shirts, both plain and with a picture.
   • Today, jumpsuits are back in fashion, and it won't be difficult to find a suitable one on sale.
4. 4 You can reproduce the office style of the 90s with the help of a trouser suit. You will need plain trousers and a matching jacket. This is how women went to work in the 1990s.
   • In the 90s, pantsuits of all colors of the rainbow were worn. If you like bright colors, choose red, purple or blue. A trouser suit can also be in a more neutral color - for example, beige, khaki or brown.
5. 5 Leggings were the mainstay of everyday style in the 90s. Leggings or leggings were a popular piece of clothing not only for the gym but also for everyday wear. They go well with loose tees and tunics. Stop your choice on bright leggings, and to complete the look, do not forget the sports headband!
   • In the 90s, bright leggings were worn - pink, yellow or purple. Leggings with a variety of patterns were also popular: zigzags, polka dots or with tongues of flame.
6. 6 A trendy and comfortable option for warm weather is cycling shorts. In the 90s, men's track and field shorts were much shorter than they are now, and elastic cycling shorts were often worn under them. Then bicycles became popular by themselves, both among men and women. They are great for a casual 90s look.
   • Opt for bicycles in bright colors: blue, pink or lilac.
   • In the 90s, women often wore cycling shorts underneath gymnastic leotards for aerobics.
7. 7 Try to wear instead of a skirt sarong. A sarong is a strip of fabric that is wrapped around the waist or tied at the chest.This traditional Southeast Asian garment became very popular in the West in the 1990s. Many women wore a sarong instead of a skirt.
   • Tying a sarong is simple: wrap the fabric around your waist and tie the ends in a knot at your belly button. Then slide the knot to one side, left or right, and straighten the corners of the fabric so that they hang down in a nice drape.
   • You can wear a sarong with a T-shirt or a tight top.

Part 3 of 3: Finding 90s Accessories

1. 1 Mood ring. Mood rings are a popular accessory in the 90s with a temperature-sensitive crystal that changes color depending on the temperature of the skin. It was believed that such a ring shows the mood of its owner. Mood rings come in different shapes and sizes, and you can choose a ring to your liking: round, butterfly or dolphin.
   • Mood rings were not only worn by girls, it was a unisex accessory.
   • Mood rings were invented back in the 1970s, but gained particular popularity in the early 1990s.
2. 2 A slap bracelet will help to make the outfit brighter and more catchy. Slap bracelets consist of a flexible metal strip covered with fabric, silicone or plastic. They are very flexible and wrap around the wrist. For example, a bright slap bracelet will look good with a top and leggings.
   • Slap bracelets come in the most bizarre colors, patterns and textures, such as animal prints, zigzags or polka dots.
3. 3 If you have pierced ears, wear hoop earrings. Small silver hoop earrings were worn by many popular TV actors in the 90s. Insert one earring into each ear. If your ears are pierced in several places, the larger rings are better for the lower holes, and the smaller rings are for the next.
   • Hoop earrings can also be gold or black.
4. 4 Make body piercing - this is completely in line with the fashion of the 90s. Until the 1990s, few people made punctures on their bodies. Then grunge bands appeared on the music scene, and they introduced the fashion to piercings. Following the musicians, teenagers began to pierce their noses, eyebrows, lips, nipples and navels. If you want to be in line with 90s fashion, consider getting pierced.
   • Keep in mind that punctures on the body take a long time to heal.
5. 5 A baseball cap is a popular accessory from the 90s. Baseball cap fashion came from hip-hop. A '90s outfit will perfectly complement a baseball cap with the logo of your favorite sports team or rock band. To fully correspond to the era, a baseball cap must be worn with a visor back.
   • Baseball caps are characterized by a wide and flat crown, as well as a plastic closure on the back that adjusts the width of the baseball cap.
   • Wear a baseball cap with a Coogi sweater and loose jeans for a hip-hop outfit.
6. 6 A studded belt is an integral part of the grunge look. In the 90s, the grunge clothing of musicians was strewn with various rivets. The standard combination is a T-shirt, a checked shirt, loose jeans and a studded belt. The rivets on the belts can be not only silver, but also red, blue and even pink.
   • A studded jacket or choker necklace can help create a grunge or punk look.
7. 7 Kangaroos sneakers, Timberland boots or Dr Martens will complete the outfit from the 90s. Kangaroos is a popular sports shoe brand in bright colors with tiny zip pockets. Timberland boots were very popular with rappers, and Dr Martens boots, reminiscent of army boots, were popular in the grunge scene. Your choice of footwear will depend on which of these styles is closer to you.
   • For example, Kangaroos sneakers are suitable for cycling shorts.
   • Timberland boots go well with loose jeans and a colored sweater.
   • Dr Martens boots feature a flannel shirt and studded belt.

Tips

• You can also lighten the ends of your hair for a 90s look.
• Popular images in the 1990s include emoticons, yin-yang, dolphins, flames, and imitation animal skins.
• In the 90s, panamas and sunglasses were fashionable.