Still, the '90s were the antithesis of the glamour and colors of the '80s. Minimalist designers rose to prominence, such as Calvin Klein, Jil Sander, and Helmut Lang. Some even call them minimalist-deconstructivist designers. Seamless slip dresses, utilitarian button-ups, and black, white and navy colors dominated the runways. Any embellishments were out of the norm.
#22 In 1986, A French Woman Named Nadine Bourgain Helped Her Husband, Michel Vaujour, Escape From Prison By Flying A Helicopter Into The Prison And Flying Him Away
Nadine had trained for several months to gain the qualifications to operate a helicopter. But instead of rushing to help her husband escape, she waited and became familiar with everyone at the airport so it wasn’t too suspicious.
When the time came, Michel, with the help of another inmate, a fake pistol and nectarines painted to look like hand grenades, made their way to the roof where only Michel made the escape. Nadine landed at a nearby football stadium where they made their escape by car.
Michel was eventually caught four months later when he tried to rob a bank in Paris and was shot and wheelchair bound for life. Nadine gave herself up after being surrounded by police and served 14 months in prison.
#23 Pretty Woman Directed By Garry Marshall Starring Julia Roberts And Richard Gere. (1990)
As fashion moved closer to the 2000s, technology came into view. Designers presented futuristic, cyberstyle pieces on the runways, like the Thierry Mugler 1995 fall/winter collection. Latex, aluminum foil sheath dresses, and robot-chic were all the rage. Fashion trends seeped into (and, in turn, inspired designers) the cinema as well, with Jean Paul Gaultier designing garments for The Fifth Element.
#26 Ferrari F40 Destroyed After Bursting Into Flames In Monaco
Sadly the fire started in the engine compartment and quickly spread. At one stage, as you can see in the video, a stranger grabbed a garden hose to try and put it out. It was a valiant effort but the trickle of water was no match for the intense blaze.
#27 Spider-Man And Mary Jane Getting Married At Shea Stadium
To celebrate this union, Marvel went beyond the panels and organized a real wedding for the iconic couple, with none other than the legendary Stan Lee officiating . The event, held at Shea Stadium in New York, attracted thousands of fans eager to witness the union of their beloved heroes. Hulk served as best man, Captain America as ring bearer and the Green Goblin even made the guest list.
The comic issue, “The Amazing Spider-Man Annual 21,” became an instant classic, skyrocketing in sales and solidifying Spider-Man and Mary Jane’s place in comic book lore.
You'll notice one little problem with everything that we've covered here so far. Most of the trends experts refer to when they talk about the '90s are women's fashion. But what was men's '90s fashion like?
On the one hand, the effortless, laid-back style of the '90s allowed men to be nonchalant with their style choices. On the other hand, they could also partake in the cyber-fashion trend with frosted blond tips and metallic goggle-like sunglasses.
#29 Cher Driving Her Gifted 1994 Jeep Wrangler In ‘Clueless’ Directed By Amy Heckerling. (1995)
We can see a lot of the '90s fashion trends today. Straight-leg jeans, slip dresses, biker shorts, platform shoes, and cargo pants are already here. But that's the way of fashion; it cycles back every 20 years or so. And, I have to say, I'm not looking forward to seeing if colorful skinny jeans make a comeback when the 2010s fashion trends come around again.