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12 '90s Fashion Trends That Are Still Perfection in 2023

It's time to get your Spice Girl on.

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I'll tell you what I want, what I really really want! ๐ŸŽถ Well, what we want is to be channeling our very best cool-kid '90s fashion energy for this upcoming back-to-school season. That's right โ€” we're talking Saved by the Bell, Winona Ryder, Spice Girls, and Fresh Prince of Bel-Air energy because so many '90s fashion trends and outfits have surprisingly stood the test of time.

In fact, lots of your current favorite trends were actually born in the '90s and you might not have even known it. 2023 staples like leather blazers, mom jeans, vest tops, and varsity jackets were faves for your parents' generation and now they can live in your closet, too. Celebs have proven that '90s fashion isn't just reserved for Clueless Halloween costumes and time machine theme parties โ€” Dua Lipa leaned into '90s punk plaid, Kourtney Kardashian channeled big Friends energy with a Rachel-inspired haircut, and Billie Eilish wore jorts (a.k.a. long denim shorts) while on tour.

To tap into throwback vibes this fall, keep reading โ€” you're going to want to shop these '90s fashion trends for some major inspiration.

Baby Tees

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Baby tees (a.k.a. shrunken, cropped versions of your average comfy T-shirt) were all the rage throughout the '90s. They were a staple then and they're a staple now โ€” this time with meme-worthy upgrades. Plus, this trend is Euphoria-approved.

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Skater Girl Graphic Blue Baby Tee

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Slip Dresses

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The perfect slip dress is That Girl. It's ridiculously stylish and super minimal. On days when you're running late, all you have to do is throw on the slip dress with a leather jacket โ€” you'll be out the door in no time at all.

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Varsity Jackets

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Any variation of the varsity/letterman/bomber jacket will immediately help you channel that '90s sporty coolness. Wear yours oversized for that "I just stole it from my boyfriend's closet" look.

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Choker Necklaces

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Putting together a last-minute costume for a '90s-themed party? Choker necklaces will immediately add a '90s spin to any outfit โ€” snag a pack and pass them around to your friends as favors.

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Tattoo Choker Necklace Set

BodyJ4You Tattoo Choker Necklace Set

Baggy Overalls

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To style your overalls in the most authentically '90s way possible, unhook one overall strap and wear it loose, or tie a vintage flannel around your waist for that extra throwback touch.

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Dickies Plus Relaxed Fit Bib Overalls

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Dickies Plus Relaxed Fit Bib Overalls

Rollerskates

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The roller rink is such a '90s vibe, and rollerskates are a still total fashion accessory to this day โ€” as demonstrated in those viral rollerskating TikToks that totally convinced us to invest in a colorful pair, and of course, the Barbie movie.

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Leather Blazers & Jackets

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The cool kids (young Gwenyth Paltrow, young Winona Ryder, young Reese Witherspoon, need we go on?) lived for a leather jacket back in the '90s. They'll pair perfectly with everything from slinky dresses to jeans.

FERNGIRL Leather Jacket Shacket

Leather Jacket Shacket

FERNGIRL Leather Jacket Shacket

High Rise Mom Jeans

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Shoutout to the '90s for arguably one of the most comfortable denim styles, like, ever โ€” the universally-loved Mom jean (high-waisted, butt-enhancing, and straight-legged) originated as a '90s trend and is perfect to incorporate into your wardrobe today.

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Abercrombie Ultra High Rise 90s Straight Jean

Ultra High Rise 90s Straight Jean

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Rectangular Sunglasses

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Throw some shade the '90s way with itty-bitty sunglasses. The decade saw everything from circular sunnies to thin wire-rimmed oval lenses, but the style that truly dominated was the simple rectangle silhouette. Go for the classic black shades or play around with funky rims.

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Cheetah Print

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Cheetah prints unapologetically ruled the '90s. Whether it was in faux fur coat, slip dress, or bodysuit form, the animal print was loved by everyone from the Spice Girls to Naomi Campbell. A cheetah-print accessory, like a scarf or pair of sneakers, can easily be incorporated into a 2023 outfit.

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Hannah is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from cute apartment decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and unhinged updates on the books sheโ€™s reading on the train. 

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