1990-2000

The 90's fashion colour palette was a lot less colourful than the vibrant 1980's. What was known as the grunge fashion was a popular trend. This unisex look was all about long straight hair, old baggy plaid shirts, denim, chokers and hiking boots(Dr martins. This was due to rock bands such as Nirvana that wore the grunge look frequently to their gigs. SO therefor the grunge look was very much for young people.Most women over 30 did not approve of this fashion trend.

 

As a young person myself I constantly see grunge fashion among
 youngsters, especially as music gigs and big hiking boots have come back to be popular trend, such as Dr Martins and Timberland. I often view grunge fashion as relaxed but has that certain coolness to it. However it also has that unfriendly feel to it, as there is little bright colours and having a rugged appearance.

Television shows like Friends and Fresh Prince of Bel Air influenced fashion in the 90's, as these shows were watched by millions of people all around the world, so trends of certain characters appearances were trending. For example in Friends "Rachel Green" became a popular icon in fashion and a trend called "the Rachel haircut" came about. Television had its impacts, however fashion had its own icons that are known as supermodels. Kate Moss is probably one of the worlds most known models and her fame came about in the 90's when she modeled for popular designers like Calvin Klein and appeared on the front cover of the biggest fashion magazines such as Vogue. 




Events such like the Oscars was a way designers showed of their luxurious garments. These designers influences high street fashion as the red carpet showcased the top trends. The high end designers benefited greatly with events like these. Everybody loves watching the Oscars and big events like that. Its a chance to see your favorite celebrity in the dress or suit they decided to wear and it inspires occasion wear, such as prom parties. This is what brought glamour to the 90's, separating from the rugged grunge trend. 


Pop music became very popular in the 90's and brought with it young artists and bands like Britney Spears and the Spicegirls. All in which played a big part in influences young girls to dress like them. The crop top was one of these iconic trends that young girls wore because artists like Britney wore it. Crop tops were also common due to the navel piercings that became a trend for women. 

Some say the 90's was a terrible decade for fashion. I see some point of what they mean as it looks quite plain in terms of colour and shape compared with the other decades, like the 80's that was full of bold colours and fun designs. It seemed like people didn't put so much effort into their outfits, this relating to the grunge trend, giving the effect of looking jaded. I disagree on this as although it may have seemed like a dull decade for fashion, I like how the colours are less in your face, unlike the 80's. For once fashion looks comfortable and relaxed. There may not be any powerful inspiration behind the clothes of the 90's, however I just love the freedom and the practicality.