Who doesn’t love thinking back on the 90s? It gives one a sense of nostalgia, thinking about Tamagotchis, Bop Its, and Furbys. Not only do the toys make us think back on happy times, but entertainment as well. Movies like ‘Clueless’ had a huge impact on 90s fashion.The decade feels like a much simpler time, and the outfits definitely showed that.

Compared to the extravagant trends of the 80s, the 90s was a time of minimalism, with casual outfits of jeans, t-shirts, and hoodies being the norm. Of course, there was also the grunge look earlier in the decade, but this gave way to sportswear with neon colors and more glamorous fashion with metallic and vinyl textures.

90s Party Outfits for Women

1. Preppy Retro Outfits

@strutscostumes

Preppy retro outfits were not only about the fashion but it was a whole culture. Prep culture was shown in movies and television shows like ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer,’ ‘Clueless,’ and ‘The Craft,’ but in different ways. Valley girl language, high school relationships, and even prep with a gothic twist were all shown.

It was the popular girls in high school that wore all the different kinds of prep: California prep, the New England boarding school look, etc. The looks featured plaid, blazers, button downs, and short skirts, not all that different from what preppy is today. And, that is the epitome of the preppy look: classic. A look that can be worn into future decades.

2. Ripped Jeans Outfits

@stefanyovalles

The 80s grunge look was carried into the beginning of the 90s, and ripped jeans were one of the most classic pieces of this outfit. Kurt Cobain made the look popular with plaid shirts, unwashed hair and converse sneakers. However, by the middle of the decade ripped jeans were being worn with other types of outfits.

Ripped jeans became so popular, they were carried into the 2000s and worn by people with all types of styles, including the preppy, Abercrombie and Fitch wearing types. Ripped jeans can go with just about anything; a classic sweater with a button down, a casual hoodie, or high heels and a flashy blouse.