The 90s had a look all its own, and a lot of it is coming back in style today. This One Gotta Go card puts four signature trends on the rack: overalls with one strap down, a backwards cap, windbreaker jackets and high-top sneakers with everything.
Three trends stay in fashion forever, and one goes in the donation bin. Think about the outfits in your old school photos, the trend you still wear without shame and the one you would never be caught in again. Then make your pick and bring out the old photos if you dare to prove it.
The 4 choices on this card
A. Overalls with one strap down
Overalls with one strap down were a bold move made famous by 90s TV stars and music videos. They were fun and easy. They were also a little silly, and one strap always seemed to slip at the wrong moment, which makes them an easy cut.
Keep it if: You rocked the one strap look in your school photos and you still think overalls are cute and comfy.
B. Backwards cap
A backwards cap was the easiest way to look cool in the 90s, from sports fans to pop stars. It still works today. Because it never fully went away, some people see it as less of a 90s trend and more of an everyday habit.
Keep it if: You have never stopped wearing your cap backwards and you think it still looks great with anything.
C. Windbreaker jackets
Windbreaker jackets came in bright colors and made a loud swishing sound with every step. They were everywhere. They also did not keep you very warm or dry, which makes them the least practical trend on this card.
Keep it if: You loved the bright color blocking, the swish sound and the matching pants that came with it.
D. High-top sneakers with everything
High-top sneakers went with everything in the 90s, from jeans to shorts to dresses. They are a classic. They are also everywhere today, so cutting them as a trend might not change much, but you would lose a staple.
Keep it if: You have a favorite pair of high-tops and believe they go with literally every outfit you own.
Our take
We would cut overalls with one strap down. They are a great throwback, but the other three are still part of how people dress today, while the one strap look mostly lives on in old photos. The most fun debate usually comes down to windbreakers, since some people love the bold colors and others remember the swishing sound with a shudder. Ask everyone to share their most memorable 90s outfit, photos encouraged. Then vote on which trend deserves a full comeback next year.
How to play this card with friends
- Read the four choices out loud.
- Everyone picks the one they'd eliminate at the same time.
- Explain your pick. This is where the fun starts.
- Use the follow-up questions below to keep it going.
Follow-up questions to keep the debate going
- Which 90s trend looked awkward then but stylish now?
- What 90s outfit would you wear again today?
- Which 90s trend should stay in the past?
- What 90s fashion trend would you add to this card?
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90s Fashion: quick answers
What were the biggest 90s fashion trends?
Popular 90s fashion trends included baggy jeans, overalls, flannel shirts, windbreaker jackets, platform shoes, chokers, bucket hats and high-top sneakers. Many of them have made a comeback, as designers and younger shoppers rediscover 90s style. Look through old yearbooks for proof.
Are 90s clothes back in style?
Yes. Many 90s styles have returned, including baggy jeans, oversized jackets, bucket hats, chunky sneakers and windbreakers. Thrift and vintage shopping have helped bring these looks back, often mixed with modern pieces for a fresh take on the decade.
