The day has finally come – We no longer need to apologise for our tacky wardrobe
Remember those Jeffrey Campbell shoes? Dust them off and strut! The Snooki within us is ready to shine without regrets
It’s no secret that many of us (myself included) once bought a pair of Jeffrey Campbell platform shoes. The iconic black “Lita” style went viral in 2010, and we would wear them for hours on the weekends, along with figure-hugging dresses or skinny jeans. Those quirky platform shoes made a lasting impact on fashion history. They gained popularity through emerging fashion bloggers on Tumblr before dominating the market, with thousands of Millennials going wild for them.
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What does this resurgence signify? It speaks to the very nature of fashion: trends—no matter how controversial, always come back. This is a reminder to never discard anything, as vintage pieces never truly go out of style. Speaking of chaotic trends that have regained popularity, this phenomenon extends beyond fashion to other realms, such as beauty and makeup.
Let’s refresh our Tumblr memories with this journey into the world of tacky flamboyance: beyond Jeffrey Campbell, there’s more to explore, and the Snooki within you can once again express herself without regret—at least for now.
The Sweet Nightmare of Thin Brows is Back—No Shaving Required
Eyebrows can dramatically change your facial features. It’s a harsh reality that many of us Millennials experienced during our teenage years in the 2000s. The trend that made waves during my high school days was the thin brow, and it has made a comeback.
But fear not! Numerous tutorials on social media show how to achieve the thin brow look without having to shave them. What a relief!
@cutcreaser thin brows WITHOUT shaving or tweezing! — thanks to @snoopdiamond and the drag brow cover technique 🫶 #thinbrows #fypシ #eyebrowfilter #xybzca ♬ original sound - ice spice
A special mention goes to natural thin brows, with Bella Hadid as their main advocate. From the outset of her career, she has embraced them as part of her everyday style.
@babybella777 ✨ Pendant perfection: Which #IceCube piece is your favorite? @Chopard #BellaHadid #Chopard #SculptedByLight ♬ original sound - Bella Hadid
Skinny Jeans and Platform Boots—The Best Shaky Combo for Literally Every Occasion
You may have two or three pairs of skinny jeans tucked away at the back of your wardrobe. Now is the time to revive them. We witnessed their comeback on the Autumn-Winter 2024/25 fashion runways this year with the low-waisted skinny jeans by Miu Miu. “When Miuccia Prada declares skinny jeans are in, we take note,” wrote L’Officiel.
Even top designers have opted to reintroduce beloved, form-fitting silhouettes.
Brown Lip Pencil Mania is Back—And Rimmel London’s Cappuccino-Shaded Lip Liner was Sold Out Everywhere
The trend for 90s-inspired lip makeup began in 2023 and is still gaining popularity.
The focus is on the lip liner, which can be applied in brown tones along the lip outline, topped off with a hint of neutral lip gloss. This combination resonates even with Gen Z, who seem to embrace the “no makeup” look while still seeking techniques to enhance their natural features.
@joannawindrammua 90s Lips Forever 🤎 #90slip #lipcombo #90slipcombo #brownlipliner #liplinertutorial #howtooverlineyourlips ♬ Closer - Ne-Yo
Sure, you may want to pay attention to matching your lip liner tone and blending it well—unless you’re going for a ‘just emerged from a 90s time capsule’ look! But hey, tacky is back, and it’s looking beautiful again!
Colourful Jackets, Striped Sweaters, and Oversized Printed Blazers—When Mix and Match Goes Delightfully Wrong
Wearing multiple prints at once can be a bit of a gamble; some pieces just don’t play nice together. But by tossing out the unspoken rules of mixing and matching, we can really have some fun: anything goes!
We witnessed this fashion exploration in Emily in Paris Season 4, showcasing several looks that seemed bizarre and utterly detached from traditional fashion norms.
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“Uniformity is the mother of boredom,” said Christian Dior and he was spot on. Fashion is all about self-expression! While he may not have loved the bold looks Lily Collins rocked as Emily Cooper, and his quote probably wasn’t a shout-out to the wild mix of prints, solid colours, and clashing patterns we see today, it’s all about the message, right?
Bag Charms Everywhere—The Return of Scoubidous
Miu Miu has introduced a series of bag accessories aimed at inspiring customers to elevate their style. This collection includes the iconic Scoubidou, which gained popularity in the 2000s as a key ring or even a DIY bracelet crafted by Millennials as a hobby.
Can you imagine how many Scoubidous have been swapped over the years? Picture your childhood bestie, now a full-on fashionista, wobbling in her vintage Jeffrey Campbells, with that Scoubidou you made together swinging from her bag—once the ultimate symbol of your friendship. Did you think that bond would last forever? Maybe every time she rummages through her bag charms to find her for her phone, she thinks of you. So why not revisit those Motorola Razr contacts and give her a call? Reunions with old friends might feel less daunting if you approach them with a sense of humour, celebrating the glorious comeback of tacky fashion!
Silvia Tarini
Editor, Milano