Decades We Love

The 90s

Today we're going back to the days when you always had an extra set of batteries on you in case your Discman died. Back to the days of Dial-up internet, Nick at Nite, denim, florals, spandex stirrups, and fanny packs. That's right, I'm talking about the 90s.

The 90s were a very transitional point in fashion, often talked about like two separate eras: the early 90s, characterized by grunge fashion, and the late 90s/early 2000s. For the sake of simplification, I am going to follow this precedent, and group the late 90s and the early 2000s together, and save that era for another post.

The grunge culture that emerged in the early 90s blended destruction, leather, denim, and flannel with dainty florals, lace, frills, and bodycon dresses. It wasn't uncommon to see an acid wash denim bucket hat paired with a sunflower print sun dress, ripped tights, and a pair converse sneakers.

Melissa Joan Hart as "Clarissa" on Nickelodeon's popular show rocks her patterned tights, high socks and ankle boots with her cutoffs and oversized leather jacket.

Accessories; always a must. The bucket hat was a 90s staple as far as accessories go. Having a bad hair day? Just throw on that hat with the oversized flower on the front and nobody will notice your cowlick.

Second-skin bodycon dresses like Tori Spelling's (the floral print) were super cute in the 90s.

Clueless' Cher and Dionne wear over-the-knee socks (making a huge comeback now) with their super-short dresses. Note Tai's flannel skirt. Flannel too has made a huge comeback in recent years.

As I've already implied, the 90s are currently experiencing somewhat of a revival. Below, some celebrities show their 90s sides:

Possibly the queen of neo 90s grunge, "Gossip Girl" star Taylor Momsen in her oversized plaid shirt and cutoffs.

Again, Taylor Momsen here in a super frilly Barbie-pink skirt with black fishnets, and a leather jacket.

And here again in a plaid print tent dress.

Miley Cyrus in a floral bodycon dress paired with an oversized cardigan.

Shop your favorite 90s styles at Vantage Point Vintage!

How'd She Do That?

Looking like a total bombshell, Evan Rachel Wood graced the cover of November's issue of Nylon Magazine. I could not tear my eyes away from the gorgeous photos, and fell head over heels for the retro styling. From her cat eyeliner to her decade-inspired getups, everything about this shoot is dead on and I'm loving it.

Bustiers, jackets, high waistlines, hot pants, skirts, florals, denim, vinyl, and juicy pops of color are key for this look. So with ERW was my muse, I scoured VPV for some similar garments and here's what I came up with:

Acid wash denim shorts

Abstract mini skirt

Tiny fit wool blazer

High waist floral shorts

Style Crush

The Veronicas

This week I have a style crush on Jessica and Lisa Origliasso of The Veronicas. These itty bitty rocker twins from Brisbane, Australia have big style. Always edgy and at the same time girly, their style is a mind-bending combination of leather and tulle; studs and frills; like some kind of cross between a fairy princess and Steven Tyler. It’s this duplicity that sets them apart, and makes them so fascinating.

Girly/GrittyHere we have a good example of the girls pairing girly and edgy pieces. Lisa wears a dress under a leather jacket. Jess combines her sparkly green sweater with an “I hate your band” (written herself) tunic and tights.


Fifty Percent Girly
The two are vintage lovers and often sport cute vintage dresses (like these) at events.


Fifty Percent Gritty
They both wear a lot of flannel and denim for more of a “daytime” look. And in the cold weather, they layer up with skinny pants, tights, and slouchy outerwear.


One Hundred Percent Pure, Unfiltered Amazingness
Key Points:
-Vintage, vintage, vintage
-unexpected pairings
-accessorize like nobody's business
-leather, denim, flannel, lace, faux fur

Check out more of the girls' pictures for inspiration, and get shopping!