Fashion is always evolving. What’s “so passé” one year can quickly become a super hot trend the next. One of the biggest comebacks in today’s fashion scene is the ’90s style. Trends from our childhood and teenage years—like chokers and slip dresses—are once again dominating the fashion world.
1. Timeless Floral Prints: The ’90s Pattern Making a Comeback
Sienna Miller exudes casual chic in a red floral mini dress with a black belt and flats, spotted in SoHo, New York City on May 4, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
Although floral prints have long been used in dresses, a particular floral pattern reminiscent of the ’90s era is in style. Simple and small floral patterns paired with a breezy silhouette make these dresses perfect for casual days out.
Lauren Pope stuns in a blue floral cut-out maxi dress with a thigh-high slit, attending the Look of the Day collection launch in London on May 27, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
2. Plaid and Gingham: The Return of Grunge Era Patterns
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley turns heads in a chic plaid peplum dress with matching shorts, attending the Dior Haute Couture show at Paris Fashion Week on July 6, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
Plaid and flannel patterns were iconic staples of the grunge era, and they’re making a strong comeback in modern fashion. This trend is now being embraced in various dress styles, with gingham checks also emerging as a must-have look this season.
Nicky Hilton Rothschild rocks a stylish plaid mini dress paired with over-the-knee boots at the season 4 premiere of “Girls” in New York City on January 6, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
3. Slip Dresses and Camis: The Effortlessly Sexy ’90s Trend
Sienna Miller dazzles in a shimmering silver slip dress at the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala during the Cannes Film Festival on May 21, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
Who could forget this iconic ’90s trend? Every “It” girl of the era, from Alicia Silverstone to Kate Moss, flaunted slip dresses at high-profile events.
Today, the slip dress has reclaimed its status as the ultimate sexy choice for the red carpet. It offers a simple yet effortlessly alluring silhouette that shines, especially when paired with minimal accessories.
Jennifer Lawrence captivates in a sleek velvet slip dress at the world premiere of “X-Men: Days of Future Past” in New York City on May 10, 2014 (Credit: WENN)
4. Denim Revival: How ’90s Icons Are Inspiring Today’s Fashion
Denim was a defining staple of ’90s fashion, epitomized by pop queen Britney Spears, who famously wore a head-to-toe denim ensemble to the VMAs with Justin Timberlake—a moment etched in fashion history. Today, style icons like Alexa Chung and the Jenner-Kardashians are bringing denim back into the spotlight, frequently showcasing it in their casual and off-duty looks.
Alexa Chung embraces retro charm in a denim mini dress paired with ankle boots, attending the AG Collection Launch Party in Los Angeles on January 23, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
5. Halter Necklines: The Shoulder-Baring Trend of the ’90s Is Back
Elizabeth Banks stuns in a dazzling yellow and black halter dress with a daring low back at the “Magic Mike XXL” premiere in Hollywood on June 25, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
The halter neckline is another sizzling trend that has made a strong comeback both on and off the red carpet.
Known for highlighting the shoulders and often paired with daring low backs, this style has been reimagined in countless ways. From glamorous red-carpet gowns to laid-back ’90s-inspired casual wear, the halter neckline continues to captivate with its timeless appeal.
Jenna Dewan-Tatum exudes elegance in a stunning black halter gown with intricate lace detailing and a thigh-high slit at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills on February 22, 2015 (Credit: WENN)