This is Campus Fashion, your source of inspiration for seasonal trends, cool finds, and wardrobe basics to keep you looking stylish throughout the year.
Fashion trends come and go, but some pieces have a knack for being reinvented and repopularized again and again. How does this happen? Influencers, fast fashion companies, and social media platforms are all contributing to bringing fashion trends in and out of style faster than ever before. The Cascade took a closer look at some of the ‘90s trends that are back in fashion again for this spring season.
Reminiscent of silky slips worn under dresses in the ‘90s, this trend has made a comeback in 2025. Pair a blush pink slip dress with a nice white crew neck sweater and tall brown leather boots for a boho look. For a fun night out with friends, try wearing a navy version with a black leather jacket and heels.
As the name suggests, these shirts have a tie-up feature in the front and are fun to wear in bright or rich colours. They look great paired with dark wash jeans and colourful running shoes. For a more dressy look, wear a burgundy one with dark grey dress pants, a matching cardigan, and heels.
Plaid shirts were another big trend in the ‘90s. Grungy and casual, plaid shirts look good with jeans, a white T-shirt, and white sneakers. Another way to sport this decades old trend is to pair brown plaid pants with a white sweater and brown leather loafers.
This one-piece classic has made a comeback. Once reserved as a working man’s uniform, it later became a major fashion statement. For a ‘90s inspired outfit, try wearing an oversized pair of denim overalls with a graphic T-shirt and running shoes. For a more timeless look, wear a fitted pair of denim overalls with a plain, white, crew neck long sleeve shirt, a white cardigan, a baseball cap, and white tennis shoes.
These wider legged jeans are back with a bang this season. For a business casual look, try wearing a more fitted version with a light blue button-down shirt, a tweed blazer, and heels. For something more casual, pair an oversized hoodie and baggier fit flare jeans with a T-shirt and running shoes.
A popular trend notably worn by celebrities like Princess Diana, these comfortable shorts are another staple of the ‘90s. Pair one with an oversized T-shirt and a sweatshirt worn around your shoulders for an effortless look.
And there you have it, six trends revamped from the past that are currently popular once more. Everything old is new again, as fashion, like history, has a way of repeating itself.
Rachel is working towards a BA with a concentration in English and Theatre. She has been employed at The Cascade since Fall 2021 as a Staff Writer and a Jr. News Editor. Currently, she is the sectional News Editor and enjoys meeting and interviewing people as well as taking long walks in nature. Rachel also likes to stay up to date on the latest trends and informs students through her fashion column entitled Campus Fashion.
