9 Summer Outfits Inspired By ’90s Fashion

There are so many different elements of ’90s fashion that we love. Babydoll dresses, high-waisted everything, crop tops, chokers, it’s all so nostalgic. Whether you are more a fan of the grunge-inspired ’90s fashion or the sweet feminine style a la Kelly Kapowski, ’90s style is back with a vengeance. This summer, incorporate your favorite elements of ’90s style into your daily outfits. Scrunchies are definitely required. Check out these outfits we’re using to inspire our summer wardrobe.

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It’s not ’90s style without a slip dress. Pair yours with a graphic tee underneath and Dr. Martens for a more “grunge” look, or a simple white tee and white sneakers for a softer look.

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We love Francesca Perks’s “Clueless”-esque style. Stay tuned for an interview with her, coming soon! But for now, you can snag your own version of this ’90s-inspired look for summer.

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You can’t have ’90s-inspired fashion without a massive stockpile of scrunchies! We love these denim and corduroy sets for a perfectly finished look whether you’re going out or staying in.

 

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Tube tops and high-waisted jeans? Sounds like ’90s summer to us.

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A color-blocked polo shirt might scream “Zack Morris!” but then again, who doesn’t want to scream “Zack Morris!”?

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High-waisted jeans and a cut-off tee are the epitome of cool-girl summer in the ’90s.

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A comfy pair of jeans and a silky tie-front shirt make for an effortlessly casual look with a hint of sexy.

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Sure, they might be “mom” shorts, but styled with an oversized blazer, bustier top and all your favorite accessories.

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A simple mini dress and a printed oversized button-up is totally ’90s-inspired, but perfectly on trend for today.

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If you’re cool enough to pull off a cargo pant, crop top and bucket hat combo, you should absolutely try this look. I could never be this cool, but I’ll live vicariously through you.

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Author: Samantha Welker

Samantha Welker is the business manager at Glitter Guide. She has an Master's in Corporate Finance & Sustainability from Harvard Business School but prefers working in the creative industry. She also hosts a weekly business podcast for creative women called Pretty Okay Podcast. She loves spending time with her husband and her son, Rocky, in sunny San Diego. Follow along on Instagram