Let fashion take you to another time

They say that fashion repeats itself, and Gen Z is certainly bringing back 90s and early 2000s style. Low rise jeans, velour track suits have all made comeback. You could attribute this to a lack originality, people just repeat styles because they can’t think of anything new. But it is deeper than that. It’s more about nostalgia.

Returning to the past for style cues is more about hoping for a simpler time. In contrast to the pandemic and heavy technology overload of today, the 90s seem like a simpler time, full of hope and in-person friendships. Fashion becomes a way to mentally return, like a fabric time machine.

Maybe you don’t follow trends, but I imagine you have piece of clothing or accessory that transports you back in time. Maybe some time this week, pull out that item and let it transport you to feelings of  another time.

Daily writing prompt
Do you spend more time thinking about the future or the past? Why?

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5 responses to “Let fashion take you to another time”

  1. Very well said Nneka. I still have some clothing that are considered out of fashion but they are close to my heart … I’m sure it happens with everyone … fashion keeps changing and some trends come back .. here’s hoping the good ones do!

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    1. I definitely have some sentimental pieces in my wardrobe, too. Do you love how you feel when you wear those pieces? Can you work them into new outfits? Or maybe just find a way to cherish them? And yes, I’m hoping some good trends come back in style, too!

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      1. Yes, the feel absolutely good and yes, some can repurposed. I am trying to find someone to do that for me.

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  2. Very true, 90s was way more simpler and easier … today, hard work doesn’t seem to be the norm but like you said, it could also be about the nostalgia.

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  3. I do love that 90s styles are in and the nostalgic feeling – wonder what trends will be recycled next?

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