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STYLING
HOW TO WEAR: '90S OVERSIZED
By Lakeisha Goedluck, April 22, 2018
Taking style tips from the '90s has been the sartorial zeitgeist for some time now, and for SS18, the general vibe is the baggier, the better. From oversized sportswear separates to loose-fitting skater-style jeans, here’s how to switch up your silhouette for spring.
Thanks to the '90s hip-hop set, brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger proved to be significantly popular. Logo-covered jackets, sweatshirts and slouchy T-shirts were ubiquitous throughout the decade.
To emulate the style, go for a laid-back crewneck sweat with bold lettering like this one from Tommy Jeans. On your bottom half, opt for checked pants to give your ensemble a preppy edge. Finish your look with a casual pair of Converse sneakers in the same color as the pants to keep it uniform.
Behind every great get-up from the era is a solid piece (or two) of sportswear. The '90s scene was infiltrated with steezy gear, so channel the aesthetic by pairing various pieces together.
Go for a vintage-flavored soccer shirt up top and wear it tucked into loose-fitting basketball shorts. Maintain the sports-focused vibe down low and don a pair of gum-soled kicks complete with tube socks. To round off your ensemble, opt for a boxy denim jacket and tie a plaid shirt around your waist for a final flourish.
Over the last few seasons, '90s skater style has fully made a comeback. Work pants, baggy jeans and graphic-print tees have become wardrobe staples for the sartorially savvy, so it’s a good time to get on board with the tropes if you want to up your style game.
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Start off with a checkerboard print T-shirt — a signature pattern when it comes to skatewear — and wear your tee with a pair of wide-leg light-wash jeans. Pop on some retro Reebok kicks to add a streetwear edge to your ‘fit and tie a check sweater around your body to show that you’re skilled in the print department.
