The fashion trends that were all the rage the year you were born ·

13 Jul 2024, 00:00

From halter-neck swimsuits that were popular in the 1950s to the comeback of printed suits throughout the 2000s, keep reading to see the fashion trends that were all the rage the year you were born.

1950s: Summer attire was extremely popular.

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People also favored rompers and high-waisted pants that were designed to complement swimwear.

1960-1961: Matching coats and dresses were all the rage.

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In the early '60s, many people still sported styles that were popular in the '50s. During this time, women often layered loose-fittingcoats over matching dresses and completed their ensembles withcoordinating hats, gloves, and short heels.

1962: During her time as First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis helped popularize pillbox hats.

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1963: Bow collars came into style.

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1964: In the mid-'60s, people wore fitted clothing in bold colors.

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1965: The mod trend spread from the UK to the rest of the world.

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1966: Women's fashion was also influenced by the mod movement.

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1967: Miniskirts were everywhere.

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1968: People loved wearing styles inspired by the film "Bonnie and Clyde."

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1969: Women began swapping colorful tights for knee-high boots.

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1970: Hippie-inspired pants and mod-style shirts were popular at the start of the '70s.

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1971: The following year, halter necklines became trendy again.

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1972: Rather than following a single trend, people aimed to dress in a way that expressed their individuality.

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1973: Disco styles started to emerge from the fashion industry.

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1974: Both men and women donned suits.

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1975: Everyone wanted to wear a jumpsuit.

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1976: Dresses that buttoned in the front became trendy.

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1977: Styles that left the skin exposed were popular.

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1978: Clothes were designed for dancing.

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1979: People in the punk subculture wore ripped jeans and leather.

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1980: Bold, bright colors were fashionable at the start of the '80s.

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1981: Everyone wore clothes with voluminous shoulders.

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1982: The go-to color combination was black and white.

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A Macy's catalog from 1982 shows that the two colors were typically worn together in formal ensembles and paired with lace accessories.

1983: Many men donned athletic wear.

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1984: Pinstripe pants were worn by men and women.

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1985: Both long and short skirts were considered trendy.

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1986: Men loved rock and roll-inspired fashion.

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1987: Suspenders came into style.

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1986: Women mixed athletic wear into their everyday attire.

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1989: Heading into the '90s, people made a case for wearing faux fur.

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1990: At the start of the '90s, jackets became a staple part of many outfits.

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As a result, many women opted for fashion basics in subdued colors, such as simple black jackets.

1991: Coats became more casual as time went on.

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1992: Platform shoes came back into style.

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1993: Overalls were everywhere.

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In the winter months, people wore overalls with long pant legs, but "shortalls" took over in the spring.

1994: Plaid was extremely popular in the middle of the '90s.

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1995: Colorful designs were all the rage.

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1996: Most people opted for casual styles.

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1997: Everyone owned a pair of Dr. Martens.

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That style of shoe is still trendy, but Dr. Martens now makes footwear in a wider variety of colors, styles, and leather options, including vegan leather.

1998: Logo-mania originated in the late '90s.

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Clothes that were emblazoned with logos became all the rage in the late '90s.

1999: Men accessorized with bucket hats.

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2000: Halter tops were incorporated into both casual and formal looks.

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2001: Many people wore head-to-to denim.

2002: Low-rise jeans were all the rage.

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2003: People loved crop tops that looked like bras.

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2004: Von Dutch was one of the hottest brands on the market.

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2005: Livestrong bracelets were a popular accessory.

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2006: People layered polo shirts over other tops.

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While some layered multiple polos on top of one another, others wore the collared shirt over long-sleeved tops.

2007: Vests were everywhere.

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2008: Women wore leggings as pants.

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2009: People couldn't get enough of Ed Hardy designs.

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The brand was known for its tattoo-style graphic T-shirts and acid-washed jeans.

2010: Peplum tops became fashionable.

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The trend swept red-carpet events, business-casual fashion, runways, and more.

2011: Many people loved skull-print scarves.

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The unique accessory added an edgy touch to any outfit.

2012: Wedge sneakers became trendy.

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2013: Stars favored dresses with bold cutouts.

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2014: Crop tops dominated women's fashion.

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2015: Neutral-colored clothing emerged as a trend.

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2016: Designers embrace off-the-shoulder silhouettes.

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2017: Men started wearing patterned suits.

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Today, colorful, printed suits are often worn on the red carpet by both men and women.

2018: People couldn't get enough of monochromatic outfits.

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Models like Bella and Gigi Hadid were some of the biggest fans of monochromatic looks, a style that's comprised of wearing apparel in a single color , or different shades of the same hue.

2019: The "no pants" trend is still going strong.

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The fashion trends that were all the rage the year you were born

From halter-neck swimsuits that were popular in the 1950s to the comeback of printed suits throughout the 2000s, keep reading to see the fashion trends that were all the rage the year you were born.

1950s: Summer attire was extremely popular.

1960-1961: Matching coats and dresses were all the rage.

1962: During her time as First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis helped popularize pillbox hats.

1963: Bow collars came into style.

1964: In the mid-'60s, people wore fitted clothing in bold colors.

1965: The mod trend spread from the UK to the rest of the world.

1966: Women's fashion was also influenced by the mod movement.

1967: Miniskirts were everywhere.

1968: People loved wearing styles inspired by the film "Bonnie and Clyde."

1969: Women began swapping colorful tights for knee-high boots.

1970: Hippie-inspired pants and mod-style shirts were popular at the start of the '70s.

1971: The following year, halter necklines became trendy again.

1972: Rather than following a single trend, people aimed to dress in a way that expressed their individuality.

1973: Disco styles started to emerge from the fashion industry.

1974: Both men and women donned suits.

1975: Everyone wanted to wear a jumpsuit.

1976: Dresses that buttoned in the front became trendy.

1977: Styles that left the skin exposed were popular.

1978: Clothes were designed for dancing.

1979: People in the punk subculture wore ripped jeans and leather.

1980: Bold, bright colors were fashionable at the start of the '80s.

1981: Everyone wore clothes with voluminous shoulders.

1982: The go-to color combination was black and white.

1983: Many men donned athletic wear.

1984: Pinstripe pants were worn by men and women.

1985: Both long and short skirts were considered trendy.

1986: Men loved rock and roll-inspired fashion.

1987: Suspenders came into style.

1986: Women mixed athletic wear into their everyday attire.

1989: Heading into the '90s, people made a case for wearing faux fur.

1990: At the start of the '90s, jackets became a staple part of many outfits.

1991: Coats became more casual as time went on.

1992: Platform shoes came back into style.

1993: Overalls were everywhere.

1994: Plaid was extremely popular in the middle of the '90s.

1995: Colorful designs were all the rage.

1996: Most people opted for casual styles.

1997: Everyone owned a pair of Dr. Martens.

1998: Logo-mania originated in the late '90s.

1999: Men accessorized with bucket hats.

2000: Halter tops were incorporated into both casual and formal looks.

2001: Many people wore head-to-to denim.

2002: Low-rise jeans were all the rage.

2003: People loved crop tops that looked like bras.

2004: Von Dutch was one of the hottest brands on the market.

2005: Livestrong bracelets were a popular accessory.

2006: People layered polo shirts over other tops.

2007: Vests were everywhere.

2008: Women wore leggings as pants.

2009: People couldn't get enough of Ed Hardy designs.

2010: Peplum tops became fashionable.

2011: Many people loved skull-print scarves.

2012: Wedge sneakers became trendy.

2013: Stars favored dresses with bold cutouts.

2014: Crop tops dominated women's fashion.

2015: Neutral-colored clothing emerged as a trend.

2016: Designers embrace off-the-shoulder silhouettes.

2017: Men started wearing patterned suits.

2018: People couldn't get enough of monochromatic outfits.

2019: The "no pants" trend is still going strong.

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