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July
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Best ’90s Fashion Trends: Top 5 Styles According To Experts

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In the fashion world, everything old is new again. That’s certainly true for the best ‘90s fashion trends. After all, 1990s style had big shoes to fill, especially when you think of the colorful and iconic fashions of the 1980s. (opens in a new tab)But ‘90s fashion is also memorable. The decade is responsible for some of the most successful supermodels. Even Taylor Swift sings about the era in her song “Willow” with the lyric — “But I come back stronger than a ‘90s trends.”

So what’s the most iconic fashion trend? There have been plenty of memorable fashion designers over the years, but a poll reveals one piece of clothing that’s simply unforgettable. The survey of 2,000 people in the United Kingdom names the mini skirt as the most iconic fashion trend in history. The mini skirt beat out the “little black dress” and hot pants for the crown as fashion’s greatest garment. British designer Mary Quant has been widely credited as one of the creators of the modern mini skirt of the 1960s.

When it comes to everyday fashion, the survey found that a plain t-shirt and sneakers are one of the most common combos around. The fashion styles of the ‘90s are more than just nostalgia for me. I got to wear most of them in both high school and college. While there were some fashion faux pasthe decade also spawned many wardrobe staples that still stand the test of time.

That’s why StudyFinds put together a list of the best ’90s fashion trends, according to ten style experts. As always, we’d like to see your own recommendations in the comments below!

The List: Best ‘90s Fashion Trends, According to Style Experts

1. Overalls

If you were a child in the 1970s, at some point you probably wore a colorful pair of corduroy overalls. But in the ‘90s, overalls got a trendy denim overhaul. From celebrities to musicians, baggy overalls became a must-have wardrobe item. glam suggests, “no denim look is more ’90s than baggy overalls. Overalls are an almost complete outfit in one piece. While overalls are assumed to be a less fashionable piece, they are easy to make fashion-forward when paired with the right accessories.”

A woman in jean overalls (Photo by Mike Von on Unsplash)

Complex calls the overall trend, “so awesome—whether you rocked it with one strap or both straps down. Also, it limit to be Guess, or else you were just playing yourself.”

The Trend Spotters adds, “to rock this look in pure ‘90s style, try partnering a pair of classic blue overalls with a crop top and sneakers.”

My personal pro-tip: A baby tee also works nicely under a pair of overalls.

2. Slip Dresses

A slip dress was another fashion essential. Especially when dressing up for a night out in the ‘90s. “Equal parts sultry and effortless with a dash of rock n’ roll energy thrown in courtesy of

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Strategies and trends for online retail success

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In this fast-paced digital world, with everything moving to online platforms, it only makes sense that shopping does too. After all, why spend the whole day going out when you can just shop from the comfort of your home? Today, e-commerce has become an integral part of the global retail landscape, with billions of dollars in transactions occurring online each year. To survive in this landscape, retailers must understand the evolving trends and form effective strategies to capitalize on the ever-changing market. In this article, we will explore some strategies that are crucial to having a successful online retail business.

Mobile commerce

One of the more popular trends as of late in e-commerce is the introduction of mobile commerce or m-commerce. With the increasing rate of smartphone usage, more and more people prefer to shop on the go. Therefore, to capture this market, an e-commerce platform must have mobile friendly websites and optimize their platforms for smooth and seamless mobile transactions.

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Personalized customer experience

In today’s competitive online retail landscape, it is crucial to stay ahead and stand out from the competition. Jeff Bezos, founder and CEO of Amazon, the world’s biggest e-commerce platform, once said “If you’re competitor-focused, you have to wait until there is a competitor doing something. Being customer-focused allows you to be more pioneering .” What this means is that retail owners must take customer feedback to provide them with a tailor-made experience while shopping on their platform. You can learn more from one customer feedback than tens of competitor innovations.

Social Commerce

Social media plays an important role in any e-commerce business’s success. Having an online presence allows you to directly sell your products to customers as they are browsing on social media sites such as Facebook or Instagram, without giving it much thought or effort. This method is ingenious and a viable strategy that many companies are adopting. Alternatively, sponsorships and collaborations with online celebrities and/or influencers provide a much-needed boost in sales provided the product being sold is targeted to that specific demographic

Omnichannel retailing

Omnichannel retailing primarily refers to the diversification of the shopping experience across multiple platforms such as online stores, physical stores and mobile applications. Once an e-commerce store has been taken off and is consistent with its profits, it’s a wise idea to expand into multiple channels to give consumers flexibility to choose how they want to shop, providing a seamless shopping experience. Retailers can also invest in technology that synchronizes all of these channels for smooth transitions between them ultimately boosting sales and customer satisfaction.

Ethical consumerism

As the world is becoming more conscious about environmental and ethical issues, sustainability has emerged as an important trend in e-commerce. Companies are

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11
June
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Latest fashion trends for 2023 French Open

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Marija Zivlak of Women’s Tennis Blog takes you on a journey through the fashion highlights of the 2023 French Open. Delve into the vibrant world of tennis apparel as we explore the latest collections from top brands, including Nike, adidas, Fila, Lacoste, ASICs, Yonex, New Balance and Wilson. Discover the colorful designs, innovative features and performance-oriented outfits that will grace the clay courts in Paris.

the Nike Paris collection brings bright colors, double-paneled skirts, asymmetrical hemlines and intricate racerback silhouettes. The dominant interlocking lines print supposedly represents the direction of skin tension, while other sources claim the pattern is inspired by atlas. Madison Keys is seen here sporting the oxygen purple version of the Nike Women’s Summer Slam Dressfeaturing a two-tiered mesh skirt and four racerback straps with cutouts.

Finding inspiration in the crushed stone, brick and shale of clay tennis courts, adidas’ SS23 Paris collection delivers camouflage-style prints in earthy tones that help players blend into the surface and hide stroke preparation. In the promotional image, Maria Sakkari wears the adidas Women’s Paris Tennis Y-Tank – Carbon, adidas Women’s Paris Tennis Match Skirt – Red and the Barricade Clay Tennis Shoe.

Fila’s La Finale line balances shattered color patterns and monochromatic pieces in a range that encompasses four distinct tops, two rokt options and a stylish dress.

The above image showcases Barbora Krejcikovawho in 2021 triumphed in both singles and doubles at the French Open, wearing the Fila Women’s La Finale Racerback Tank in the captivating deep lake color. She is also seen sporting the Fila Women’s La Finale Print A-Line Skirtcompleting her stylish and performance-oriented outfit.

The Czech Grand Slam champion’s alternate outfit choice includes the black-and-white Fila Women’s La Finale Full Coverage Tank and Fila Women’s La Finale Pleat Skirt.

To boost their performance and maneuverability during the year’s second Grand Slam tournament, Fila-sponsored players will don two of the brand’s highly sought-after tennis shoes: the Axilus 2 Energized (shown above) and Speedserve Energized.

Honoring the shared heritage of Lacoste and Roland Garros, we have a special collection that features both the iconic crocodile logo and the logo of the Grand Slam. Timeless silhouettes, color-blocking, contrasting mesh trims and a refreshing color palette will make a statement both on and off the court. This versatile range is available for women, men and kidsensuring everyone can embrace the style and elegance of these pieces.

the Lacoste Women’s Roland Garros Dress, showcased by the model on the left, employs curved mesh side panels strategically to enhance the hourglass figure. This sleeveless, collared dress also features a vibrant striped shortie that perfectly complements the overall look.

the Lacoste Women’s Roland Garros Tank, presented by the model on the right, boasts a super breathable and slightly loose-fitting design, prioritizing maximum comfort. Its all-mesh back includes a discreet slit in the middle, along with matching mesh trims at the armholes, adding both style and functionality to the garment. To complete their ensemble,

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03
June
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These ’70s Fashion Trends Are Having a Major Moment

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Fashion is in a constant state of evolution. Past trends are borrowed and reinvented to create new trends, or at least newer versions of an existing style. For example, the flares and halter tops labeled modern Y2K fashion actually originated a few decades prior, pioneered by ’70s style icons. Even fairycore borrows some key elements from the period. So in case you’re interested in embracing 1970s fashion trends, we’ve rounded up 11 iconic celebrity outfits from the decade, along with the way models, musical artists, and actresses are wearing those same looks today.




Keep scrolling for our favorite ’70s fashion trends to wear today.



Upside Down Bikini

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now: Kourtney Kardashian


then: Diana Ross


It may be one of the more confusing (and super sexy!) trends of the summer, but you can’t forget that Ross wore a similar, scrunched, string top in the form of a dress, way back in 1974.





Flared Pants

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now: Victoria Beckham


then: Dolly Parton


These babies tend to resurface every few years, and as we move away from slimmer cuts and embrace chaotic bottoms, flares have become a wardrobe must-have.





Crochet Clothing

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now: Olivia Rodrigo


then: Pam Grier


Summer knits continue to trend, and stores are stocked with crochet tops — along with crochet shorts, crochet skirts, crochet pants, et. al. However, we definitely associate this textile with the ’70s and feel the urge to pair those pieces with pops of denim and large glasses.



Breezy Florals

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now: Pink


then: Cicely Tyson


Breezy florals fit right in with the cottagecore and fairycore craze, but slightly sheer, layered designs are actually a subtle reference to the loose, carefree clothes from this decade.



Fun Graphic Tees

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now: Bella Hadid


then: Lynda Carter


Graphic tees might be considered more timeless than throwback, but you can’t deny the similarities between these two outfits, especially once you factor in the casual non-skinny jeans and chain necklaces.





Structured Vests

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now: Kendall Jenner


then: Julie Andrews


Annie Hall came out in 1977, inspiring people to wear structured vests. These days, it’s more popular to skip the button-down when slipping one on, wearing this classic layer as a shirt.



One-Shoulder Sequined Designs

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now: Megan Thee Stallion


then: Debbie Harry


When most people think of the ’70s, high shine and disco designs come to mind. But don’t forget about the sexy, sequined, rock-inspired looks that were in Harry’s wardrobe, which looked similar to what Megan Thee Stallion wore at the 2021 iHeartRadio Music Awards.





Bandeau Halter-Top

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now: Adwoa Aboah


then: Cher


Halter tops are back in a big way, and everything from curve-hugging dresses to beach-friendly bikinis features this neck detail. However, the bandeau style, which has a string tie, still reminds us of Cher, whose outfits, surprisingly enough, fit right in with those of today.



Twisted Halter-Necks

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now: Hailey Bieber


then: Bianca Jagger


We seriously think of Y2K Christina Aguilera each time we see this twisted,

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April
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Questionable ’00s Trends That Have Returned

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Time travel may not be a thing yet, but when it comes to fashion, it kind of feels like we’re stuck somewhere around 2002. For years at this point, old ’00s and Y2K fashion trends have been resurfacing, ranging from the cute (butterfly everything!) to the questionable (we’re still on the fence about dresses over jeans).


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Perhaps the reason we’ve fallen so deep into Y2K round two is because not everyone was old enough (or even alive yet) to enjoy — and later, regretted heavily — some of the more confusing, unflattering, or just plain strange styles. Or maybe many of us are just nostalgic for simpler times, when our main source of outfit inspiration was showing like Lizzie McGuire or Laguna Beach. Whatever the case, there are a whole lot of layering tricks and random accessories that have weaseled their way back into our lives, and although we may cringe at first, it might be time to give them a chance.


Here’s a refresher on which Y2K and early ’00s styles to add to — or dig out of — your closet.





Graphic T-Shirts

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The sweet, the snarky, the simple statement, etc. Slogan shirts are cool again — including slightly controversial Ed Hardy tees.



Pleated Skirts

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Admittedly, we’re all for this one. If you’re looking to go full Y2K, plenty of cute outfits can be created with pleated micro-minis. Still, if you prefer something a little longer, it’s fine to stick with a simple tennis option, just like Eiza González, and pair it with a casual shoe.





Structured Vests

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In recent years, we’ve seen models wear this style with nothing underneath — just like the stars did in 2004. Of course, at that time, metallic options were fit for the stage, and came complete with coordinated bottoms.



Holes and Cutouts

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There’s nothing sexier than showing off a hint of skin in the right place. Fashion icons like Bella Hadid and Dua Lipa are big fans of cutouts these days, and revealing Poster Girl dresses continue to pop up everywhere.



Corsets

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Some may blame the corset’s popularity on Netflix’s Bridgerton or cottagecore. However, the stars of the early ’00s also enjoyed this body-hugging design, inspiring us to work this lingerie staple into our sexiest outfits.





Platform Boots

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When celebrities first began stepping out in break-your-ankle heels, we were unsure if we could wobble around in this shoe trend again. However, platform boots have become a wardrobe essential and pair well with jeans, skirts, and another throwback favorite, the duster jacket.



Bags logo

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Every time we spot a style icon rocking a logo’d shoulder bag, we feel inspired to fish out our original designer purchases from storage. Coach and Dooney & Bourke, here we come!



The Kerchiefs

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We’re always up for finding fun ways to wear a scarf, and while tying a bandana like a kerchief may make us feel like

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