90s minimalist style is back and we couldn’t be more on board. Three decades later and the world’s obsession with 90s fashion trends has made a comeback—so much so that this summer has been dubbed as the ‘90s minimalist’ era. So if you’re also a lover of breezy shirts and baggy T’s—here are all the chic 90s staples you need to add to your summer capsule wardrobe.
To capture the 90s minimalist aesthetic all you need to do is picture Kate Moss, Halle Berry and Julia Roberts in their heyday. It was all about flattering, loose-fit trousers, white shirts and wearing sunglasses with everything—even at night. You'll also want a practical accessory, like the Girlfriend Collective fanny pack.
As avid TikTok users will know, minimalist style is very in, thanks to influencers like Matilda Djerf and our ongoing obsession with nostalgia—our need to recreate basically all of Rachel's Green's outfits is all the proof we need really. Another TikToker (@stylemevivi) has coined the new season '90s Minimalist summer'—and before you fret, jumping on the trend won’t cost the earth to do.
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The beauty of 90s style and a minimal look is that they can be achieved with just a handful of versatile staples, from a long white shirt to a plain pair of suit pants!
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How to achieve a 90s minimalist look this summer
When it comes to the hottest days of summer, there’s nothing worse than wearing tight jeans and arm-restricting dresses. You want light, airy layering, and loose-fitting clothes—which is why we’re so excited for a 90s-inspired summer where comfort is key!
To build out your 90s minimalist wardrobe, start simple with just some wide-leg jeans and some basic high-waisted suit pants.
Go for classic blues in the jeans and grey, cream, or black with your trousers as this will ensure you can perfectly mix and match with all your tops.
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You then want to stock up on simple white Ts and vests to pair with your jeans and trousers for the perfect and simplest 90s ensemble.
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A white shirt is also a must—or opt for a blue and white poplin shirt which are plastering our social media accounts right now.
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Two items of clothing that were seemingly the go-to for the likes of Julia Roberts and Kate Moss in the 90s were of course waistcoats and blazers—which can be both dressed up and down depending on the occasion.
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See—we’re already getting there!
To really tie these pieces together, opting for some gold jewelry and huggie hoops is a must and of course a flattering pair of all-black sunnies.
If you’re a lover of Hailey Bieber’s sunglasses—these styles will also tick that box.
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