
The changes of fashion observed during 1991–2001 concerned not merely technological novelties but the broader transformation of the popular culture and the emergence of new leading agents. Here’s an overview of the major trends during this period:Here’s an overview of the major trends during this period:
1991-1995: Early ’90s Fashion
Grunge Aesthetic: The early ‘90s witnessed great influence of the grunge culture, coming from the forests of Seattle and having bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam as its pioneers. This look was characterized by:This look was characterized by:
Flannel Shirts: Worn oversized and was mostly worn over band T-shirts.
Ripped Jeans: I remember uncomfortable, often ill-fitting denim being pretty prevalent.
Combat Boots & Doc Martens: Boots emerged as fashionable; even though some of them were very rough in appearance.
Muted Colors: Natural colors, black, and grey became most popular mainly because of the grunge movement.
Hip-Hop Influence: More it evolved, more it changed the faces of fashion with its hip hop street style.
Baggy Clothing: Printed and colored trousers, jeans that were large beyond any acceptable size, oversized T-shirts and hoodies formed the benchmark.
Sneakers: Air Jordans being not only the iconic shoes of the 1990 Nike and Adidas sporting wears became fashion symbols.
Starter Jackets: These were recognized in fans of numerous teams of different sports.

1999-2001: Biker and Go-Goth
Y2K Aesthetic: The fashion of growing and approaching new millennium becoming more futuristic and thus experimentational.
Metallics & Shiny Fabrics: Reflecting materials were favorite referring to the peculiarities of the space age appearance.
Low-Rise Jeans: These turned into the modern marriage and were mostly worn with high-waist pants, crop top looks.
Techwear & Cyber Fashion: Coming from the movies like The Matrix black leather, small sunglasses, and slim cut looks were in fashion.
Mini Backpacks: An essential yet fashionable product that people could not do without.
Pop Culture Influence: Some of the bands that used it included Britney Spears, NSYNC and the destiny’s child:
Bold Colors & Prints: The main clothing attributes that were changed were colors and patterns and they became brighter.
Rhinestones & Embellishments: Patterns were frequently shiny, with glitter and sequins as well as other forms of luminescent patterns.
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