1990s in Fashion

dress from Donna Karen's DKNY diffusion line,
Spring/Summer 1994

- Deconstruction

. 1970s styling and 1980s Japanese designer collection

. black, oversize, or shrunken, appear to be inside-out, uneven hemlines, exposed seams and slashes

- Greater variety of styles than ever before

. Magazines reveal the various themes, shapes and textiles

- 1st half decade= reintroduction of 1960s and 1970s revival styles- from miniskirts and flares to Hippy styles, platforms and Punk

Christian Lacroix's drwaing for his 'Bazar' collection,
Autumn/WInter 1994/95

- Eco fashions, ethnic styles, grunge, school uniforms and sportswear, subcultural styles (Ragga, B-boy, Teddy Boy, Surfers)

- In 1950s and 1960s- total looks (one designer from top to toe including accessories)

- In 1990s, stylists combine catwalk clothes with high street and ethic items

- Paul Smith