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What was a popular men's fashion trend in the mid-1990s?
What was a popular men's fashion trend in the mid-1990s?
- African fashion
- Business wear
- Cool Britannia (correct)
- Grunge looks
What was a popular women's fashion trend in the late 1990s?
What was a popular women's fashion trend in the late 1990s?
- Glamour wear (correct)
- Leggings
- Neon colors
- Exercise-wear
What were popular hairstyles for boys in the early 1990s?
What were popular hairstyles for boys in the early 1990s?
- Curtained hair (correct)
- Grunge hair
- Mall bangs
- Dreadlocks
What influenced popular fashion trends in the 1990s?
What influenced popular fashion trends in the 1990s?
What helped globalize fashion in the late 1990s and early 2000s?
What helped globalize fashion in the late 1990s and early 2000s?
What was a popular women's fashion trend in the early 1990s?
What was a popular women's fashion trend in the early 1990s?
What were popular hairstyles for girls in the early 1990s?
What were popular hairstyles for girls in the early 1990s?
What was a popular women's fashion trend in the mid-1990s?
What was a popular women's fashion trend in the mid-1990s?
What became mainstream in the 1990s?
What became mainstream in the 1990s?
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Cool Britannia
Cool Britannia
A British cultural scene emphasizing youth and 'coolness'.
Glamour wear
Glamour wear
A style characterized by luxurious fabrics, sequins, and shiny materials.
Curtained hair
Curtained hair
A hairstyle with a middle parting and hair brushed to the sides.
Grunge fashion
Grunge fashion
A style inspired by disheveled and anti-establishment aesthetics. This incorporates ripped jeans, oversized flannels, and combat boots.
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Leggings
Leggings
Close-fitting, stretchy material pants that came in neon colors.
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Mall bangs
Mall bangs
Large, voluminous bangs styled with lots of hairspray, popular among teenage girls.
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Tattoos and piercings
Tattoos and piercings
Body modification practices that gained widespread social acceptance.
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Globalization of fashion
Globalization of fashion
Fashion became more accessible globally, trends spread quickly across different countries.
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Costume and Fashion of the 1990s
Women's fashion:
- The 1990s marked a return to minimalist fashion with a focus on casual chic looks.
- Grunge and alternative rock music influenced popular fashion trends.
- Fashion trends throughout the decade recycled styles from previous decades.
- The Internet and satellite television helped globalize fashion in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
- Neon colors, leggings, and exercise-wear were popular early 1990s trends.
- Glamour wear and work wear were popular mid-1990s trends.
- Asian influences and 1970s revival were popular late 1990s trends.
- Tattoos and body piercings became mainstream.
Men's fashion:
- Casual clothing and grunge looks were popular early 1990s trends.
- Cool Britannia, modern preppy, and hip-hop were popular mid-1990s trends.
- African fashion, streetwear, and business wear were popular late 1990s trends.
Youth fashion:
- The 1990s saw the emergence of various subcultures, including grunge, psychobilly, goth, and rave culture.
- Mall bangs and Alice bands were popular hairstyles for girls in the early 1990s.
- Boys' hairstyles included curtained hair, grunge hair, and dreadlocks.
- Short hair became popular for men in the late 1990s.
Makeup and cosmetic trends:
- Dark red lipstick and neutral eyes were popular early 1990s makeup trends.
- Matte lipsticks, blue-frosted eye shadow, and Gothic makeup became popular mid-1990s trends.
- Glittery, sparkling makeup and Y2K makeup were popular late 1990s trends.
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