Everyone knows fashion trends will come back around again eventually, and when you want a little nostalgia added back into your life, fashion is the first place people look to for inspiration.
Throwback fashion celebrates the iconic looks of the past, bringing them back to life with a newly updated attitude – kind of like having a fashion time machine that takes you back to your former self and lets you channel your favorite looks.
What Does Y2K Fashion Look Like This Year?
Celebs inspiring the Y2K fashion trends were Sarah Jessica Parker, Eva Longoria, Britney Spears, Paris Hilton, Diddy and Jay-Z, to name just a few. Filling the retail racks were midriff-baring handkerchief tops, bedazzled brand logos, low-rise denim, pleated miniskirts, chunky shoes, UGG boots, baggy cargo pants and heavily monogrammed handbags. The early 2000s was a time when Juicy Couture reigned supreme, and velour tracksuits with “Juicy” written in rhinestones were on countless derrieres.
The Y2K trend is still going strong in 2023. But now, the styles are tapping into the years beyond 2000, plus the decades before, with a mashup of ’80s- and ’90s-inspired looks. While you might not want to go blazing saddles back into the look, there are options that add a mini throwback aesthetic to your style, and these are some affordable picks for rocking the biggest throwbacks of the year as you march toward the cooler seasons ahead.
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Trend #1: Peplum Tops
Peplum tops add a flattering and stylish silhouette to various outfits and all body types by accentuating your curves in all the right places. These cute, feminine tops feature a flared, ruffled or gathered fabric at the waist that creates a peplum effect. Sprinkle the flirty tops into your wardrobe by pairing them with your favorite pair of jeans or a smooth pencil skirt for adorable flair.
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Trend #2: Parachute Pants
Parachute pants are reminiscent of the ’80s but made a big comeback in the 2000s with updated cargo pockets and much less shiny fabric than its predecessor. Made to be lightweight, parachute pants feature an elastic or drawstring waist, elastic cuffs at the ankles and a baggy fit. Abercrombie’s new “The Reissue Collection” features fan favorites from the early 2000s, including their parachute utility pants.
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Trend #3: Mary Janes
Mary Janes is a classic shoe that has seen a huge resurgence in 2023, springboarding off the balletcore trend. This versatile shoe comes in different silhouette: flats, heels and wedges, and are made from a variety of materials. Mary Jane shoes go with dresses, skirts, pants, jeans or even shorts, and if you feel like adding a little kick to your Mary Janes, wear them with a pair of cute socks.
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Trend #4: Dresses Over Jeans
One of the biggest trends this season is wearing a short or mid-length dress over jeans or really any type of bottoms, like leggings and cargos. The mid-2000s trend blends femininity with a casual street style that extends the life of your otherwise summery apparel into the chilly months ahead.
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Trend #5: Statement Belts
Belts are really all about cinching the waist, drawing attention to your hourglass figure, or being the main focal point of your outfit. In the early 2000s, belts featured bold colors, shiny metallic accents and embellishments like rhinestones and crystals. For 2023, let your belt do the talking and become the center of attention.
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