90s Fashion Trends: ‘Less Is More’

As we reflect on fashion history, in that respect is not ever so a distinctive shift from one decade to the next. When transitioning from the 80s to the 90s, this was not the case, as there was an evident transition from conspicuous consumer to less is more. When hearing this phrase and applying it to fashion, I think it can be viewed in two ways. The more literal interpretation can be restated as it is preferred to have either a more minimalistic and simple outfit, or that it is en vogue to wear skimpier habilitate.Both of these descriptions can be seen in 90s fashion. minimal art was a widely accepted trend of the 90s, as shoulder pads and off-the-shoulder sweaters became outdated and were replaced with cleaner lines and sleeker silhouettes. The profligate glamour of the 80s faded away, and jewelry became either non-existent or chic in its fineness and barely there quality. The only attribution to 1980s excess glamour was the bedazzling and embellishments to clothing or irid escent glitter glimmer on sheer and tulle fabrics and added to skin make up and hair spray.Designers such as Helmut Lang popularized this minimalistic trend by incorporating Japanese avant-garde aesthetics. Langs designs conveyed his view on how modern men and women want to dress. His clothes were without affectedness and embodied an understanding that perfect cut, comfort, and ease of movement constitutes great fashion luxuries. Common examples of his key pieces trim back mannish-shaped trousers for women, and sharply cut suiting that has a more androgynous shape. The minimalistic trend of the 90s was evident from head to toenail and was even embraced by celebrities of the decade.Pop stars that had once worn frilly miniskirts adorned with suspenders, full faces of makeup and plentiful accessories were immediately embracing new, more simplistic styles. Calvin Kleins infamous Clueless mini dress, worn by Alicia Silverstone in the legendary film is a perfect example of the slinky, body-con trend that became ubiquitous in the 90s. Hairstyles also reflected a less is more vibe, and women styled their hair in a sleek manner like Jennifer Aniston, or succinct and funkier no-fuss style as channeled by Meg Ryan.I also think that less is more can be applied to 90s fashion with respect to an attitude Americans felt at the time. During this 90s, people wanted easy clothing that was matched to their everyday lives and reflected an increasingly aggressive urban society. Business rules for dressing relaxed, and many people lost please in fashion as necessary. This was a major change from 80s fashion where it what commonplace for yuppies to broadcast their wealth in expensive clothing. 1990s Fashion History The Mood of the Millennium. Fashion Era. N. p. , n. d. Web. 25 Apr 2011. . Sharma, Tanya. 1990s Womens Fashion . love to know. N. p. , n. d. Web. 25 Apr 2011. . clueless mini dress. google. com. Web. 25 Apr 2011. . The 90s Minimalist . MSN Lifestyle. Web. 25 Ap r 2011. .