Loving the Y2K vibes and wanting to learn more about the trends?
From how to style 90s clothing, acid wash denim and popular 80s/90s fashion, this PLT post has it all!
Before we start on 90s, there was alot of questions around 80s fashion.
What clothing was popular in the 80s for women?
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What type of clothing was popular in the 80s?
Key standouts for 80s fashion included high-waisted trousers, printed blouses, polka dots and oversized clothing.
The accessories were bold, think big hoops, bum bags, neon sweatbands, bandanas, chunky jewellery and socks.
What is a typical 80s outfit?
Here’s 3 pieces currently onsite at PLT that will give ALL the 80s vibes.
Multi Abstract Print Chiffon Fitted Shirt
Multi Abstract Print Chiffon Flare Trousers
Plus White Polka Dot Ruched Bust Side Split Midi Dress
Pink Printed Oversized Button Detail Cropped Blazer
One thing that does come to mind for any 80s or 90s inspired outfits would be acid wash clothing.
It seems we all think the same as search for acid raised the following questions –
What does acid-wash clothes mean?
The fashion trend originally started in the late 80s and is essentially when the fabric of a garment has been treated with a bleach solution to give a streaked/discoloured appearance.
Acid wash can be used on a whole load of products however the most popular here at PLT tend to be denim and hoodies.
What is acid washing jeans?
We can show you! Here are some of our fave acid washed jeans onsite right now.
Petite Acid Blue Wash Elasticated Wide Leg Jean
Light Blue Acid Wash Seam Detail Corset Waist Jeans
PRETTYLITTLETHING Light Wash Acid Mom Jeans
Mid Blue Acid Wash High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
How do you acid wash a hoodie?
If you’re all about the DIY life we’d recommend checking out some acid wash tutorials on TikTok however we do have a range of acid wash hoodies to pick from here at PrettyLittleThing.
Shape Clay Acid Wash Zip Up Hoodie
Plus Purple Acid Wash Cropped Hoodie
Now, let’s get into the 90s.
Here are the top three questions when it comes to 90s clothes.
What jeans were popular in the 90s?
If oversized is your vibe then you’ll love 90s jeans. The most popular 90s jeans include mom jeans, baggy jeans and you guessed it, flares.
Here are three pairs of PLT jeans that’ll suit the 90s trend today:
PRETTYLITTLETHING Light Blue Wash Knee Rip Mom Jeans
Light Blue Wash Asymmetric Waistband Baggy Low Rise Thigh Split Boyfriend Jeans
Shape Blue Washed Denim Belted Flare Jeans
What was the clothing style in the 90s?
Whilst big hair and shoulder pads were huge (quite literally) in the 80s, 90s fashion broke away from this and instead saw more laidback off-duty looks.
Think baggy t-shirts, casual denim overalls/dungarees, crop tops, bold patterns such as swirls or animal print, chunky footwear, camo print, cargo pants and sportswear.
Slip dresses were huge amongst celebs as well as statement velvet/velour fabrics.
With so many key fashion moments in the 90s, it’s hard to pinpoint the exact fashion inspo however here’s just a few of our faves standouts!
The iconic pink fuzzy hat moment from Pamela Anderson, such a vibe.
Baby Blue Fluffy Faux Fur Bucket Hat
Dreamy slip dresses, Jodie Foster – we’re looking at you.
Black Satin Strappy Cut Out Midaxi Dress
Black Satin Cowl Neck Draped Maxi Dress
Liv Tyler wearing the simple yet SO chic sheer maxi dress.
Shape Black Textured Sheer Mesh Maxi Dress
Black Mesh Bodice Cut Out Long Sleeve Bodycon Dress
Destiny’s Child dressed head-to-toe in black leather at the MTV Awards.
Black Quilted Detail Faux Leather Jacket
Black Faux Leather Seam Extreme Wide Leg Trousers
TLC and their next level matching ‘fits.
Khaki Lace Detail Cord Denim Crop Top & Khaki Cord Cargo Pocket Boyfriend Jean
Orange Seam Detail Coated Denim Corset &
Orange Asymmetric Waistband Coated Denim Wide Leg Jeans
Back to Pam, in the motocross jackets obvs. Unreal in 1994 and even more so now!
Plus Black Contrast Panel Oversized Faux Leather Motocross Jacket
PRETTYLITTLETHING Yellow Faux Leather Motocross Racer Bomber Jacket
Let’s talk tops!
What kind of tops were popular in the 90s?
The top five trends for 90s tops were:
Turquoise Metallic Halter Neck Fitted Crop Top
Baby Pink Washed Faux Leather Lace Up Plunge Halter Neck Top
Blue Grey Fine Textured One Shoulder Crop Top
Cream Soft Knitted Short Sleeve Crop Top
Simply search bandeau top if wanting to shop more of this style.
PRETTYLITTLETHING Black Metal Badge Contour Rib Bandeau Top
If you love this vibe, baby tee’s are where it’s at for 2023.
Baby Pink Los Angeles Cherry Print Oversized T Shirt
Bright Green Honey Print Babydoll Crop Top
Blue Steel Woven Tailored Pointed Hem Corset
Khaki Linen Look Dip Hem Bandeau Corset
Loving the 90s inspired look? Us too!
Here’s five more 90s inspired looks available onsite right now.
Ash Grey Sweat Cuffed High Waist Joggers
Mid Blue Wash Racer Slogan Oversized Denim Jacket
PRETTYLITTLETHING Black Double Stripe Tricot Joggers
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