Charlotte Figler, '27
When your mom comes up to you and asks if you want any of her old clothing from her childhood, usually you would say no, and then tell her how her clothes are outdated and don’t fit in today. Well, in 2024, maybe you should rethink that answer. Here are some trends from the 80s and 90s that are coming back today.
Graphic Tees
Today, you can get just about anything on a t-shirt. Graphic tees are a fun and casual way to express your interests, hobbies, and whatever else you may want. Often paired with jeans or cargos, people today take inspiration from Winona Ryder and other fashion icons of the 90s. This graphic tee from Urban Outfitters is popular, and can be paired with any number of bottoms.
Tube Tops
More focused on the 2000s, the tube top was seen in shows like Sex and The City, with fashion icons like Carrie Bradshaw. As the weather starts to heat up, this nostalgic trend can be found with many different combinations of bottoms. This closet staple can match with anything you would like, which in the early 2000s was often spiced up with chunky jewelry or some fun shoes. These tube tops from Garage are a great closet staple to own.
Low Rise Pants
After years of the high waist pants being a staple in everyone's closet, low rise is now the move. Whether it is jeans or cargos, low rise is the more trendy option. In the past, Britney Spears or Paris Hilton could often be styled in this skimpy look. Today, it can be seen on celebrities like Bella Hadid or Julia Fox. The edgy and fun style is now much more popular than it has been in the past years. Free People has these low rise jeans that come in a number of colors, and can mix and match with any tops.
Camo
Now I know when you see camo, you think hunting, woods, etc. But, this pattern can be seen today on pants, sweatshirts, tops, leggings, and hats. Paired with a graphic tee, tube top, or really any combination of shirt and accessory, camo is now seen today as a trendy way to make your outfit look much more interesting. More popularized right now are these pants from Revice, that are both low rise and camo.
Chunky Sneakers
Moving more onto the topic of accessories, chunky sneakers are another popular item right now. Moving on from boring sneakers or flats, chunky sneakers are comfortable and stylish. These shoes that you would usually see your middle-aged dad wearing are now popular to pair with a pair of pants and a jacket, as seen on this model, or even wear out with a skirt and going out top. I’m sure you remember these shoes from Fila that everyone used to wear back in 2020.
Overalls
Overalls should start to be a staple in everyone's closet. They're easy to throw on, pair well with any top, and are an effortless way to add interest to your wardrobe. They also last for years, and can be worn in almost any season. Besides just your typical blue jean overalls, there are also different styles and material of overalls. There can be pants, shorts, but also different colors and fabrics. Paired with a short top or jacket, overalls are a versatile and stylish way to make your outfit more interesting. These overalls from Free People are great for summer.