My 10-year high school reunion is this weekend and I've been reminiscing over all the bad bad bad fashion choices I made, or maybe the Generation X made during my high school years.
We were strongly influenced by Grunge Rock(Nirvana, Pearl Jam) and the California style of 90210. Clothing companies like The Gap and J.Crew were HUGE at my school and every girl had the same Gap green plaid skirt. Wearing blazers were also very hip. The 1990s also introduced baby-T's and the babydoll dress which has come back in a much better way. Bright primary colors were also a popular contrast to the earth tones of grunge.
For Part 1 of my trip, I've searched for some fashion trends that originated and died out in the 90s. Some have resurfaced, in a much better form, and others will hopefully stay dead and buried!
Please add your own memories!!
A Trip Down Memory Lane:1993-1997
Jellies are Back!!
I wore them in elementary school and then wore them again in high school. Now the trend is back!
Jelly shoes are spreading back onto the fashion scene and turning up in fashion houses all over the world! Check out the May issue of InStyle magazine for Salvatore Ferragamo ballet jelly flats (pg 153)
Marc Jacobs, $155
Kenzo, $164
Urban Outfitters, $16
Grendaha Brasil, $30
I could get away with the Marc Jacobs flats more than I could the Urbans.
For another kind of "Jelly" attire, check out these t-shirts.
Spring Trend: Lucite
One of the big trends this spring is the resurgence of Lucite jewelry. I was just so pleased to be ahead of the curve for once!
I purchased this necklace a few years ago and love how it's prim and proper like pearls, but edgy too! Unfortunately, I don't remember if I bought it at Claire's, Forever 21, or Target. However, this style is popping up everywhere.
Here is another Lucite necklace available at Target.
Must have clutches for under $10!
I just found these fabulous handbags by designer De Mano at Peebles in Plainsboro. What makes them ever better are the price! These 2 clutches were among the 70% off, red-dot special that Peebles is having now.
The black clutch was originally $24.00. I got it for $6.30
The red clutch was originally $28.00. I got it for $7.30
This sale is for a short time only, but you can find more De Mano handbags at ebags.com.
Peebles, 10 Schalks Crossing Rd., Plainsboro, 609-716-4892
Click here for other Peebles locations.
What to buy for your trendy friend or chic mom?
Take a stroll through lovely Pennington and stop in at the Front Porch.
If you like to sample Crabtree & Evelyn, try on trendy and handcrafted jewelry, find colorful prints for the kitchen, or simply meander, then this is your place.
While you're in town, stop over at the Pennington Quality Market for some yummy Bucks County Coffee. My favorite!
Speaking of favorites and speaking of trendy gifts, check out Charmed By Claire's on Main St. in Cranbury.
I am on Claire's gift wish list and my husband knows to look there for ideas. She carries many female designer items. Here are some of designers that Claire carries:
Sylvia Jewelry, Seaglass Collection (FABULOUS HANDBAGS), PUTU bags, Blosson Crown, and OF COURSE...VERA BRADLEY!
