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What Were We Thinking? 34 Hilariously Awful 90s Trends We Left Behind
CuriositiesMAY 17, 2025

What Were We Thinking? 34 Hilariously Awful 90s Trends We Left Behind

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The 1990s certainly had their moments, didn't they? While some memories from that decade bring a smile, others, particularly when it comes to fashion and fads, might make us chuckle (or perhaps even wince a little) in retrospect. It was a time of bold choices, and let's be honest, some of those choices were truly questionable. This collection of 34 trends is a rather amusing trip down memory lane, showcasing some of the styles and fads that, thankfully, most of us have moved on from. It’s a fun reminder that not everything from the past needs a comeback!

#1 Troll Dolls

Troll Dolls
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#2 Windbreaker Tracksuits

Windbreaker Tracksuits
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#3 Windows Solitaire Cards

Windows Solitaire Cards
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#4 Mood Rings

Mood Rings
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#5 Slap Bracelets

Slap Bracelets
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#6 Jelly Shoes

Jelly Shoes
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#7 Baja Hoodies

Baja Hoodies
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#8 Clear Plastic Neon Phone

Clear Plastic Neon Phone
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#9 Puka Shell Necklace

Puka Shell Necklace
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#10 Scrunchies

Scrunchies
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#11 Frosted Tips Hairstyle

Frosted Tips Hairstyle
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#12 Beanie Babies

Beanie Babies
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#13 Chokers

Chokers
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#14 Hypercolor T-Shirts

Hypercolor T-Shirts
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#15 Parachute Pants/Jeans

Parachute Pants/Jeans
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#16 Manual Roll Down/Up Car's Windows

Manual Roll Down/Up Car's Windows
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#17 Velcro Paddle Ball

Velcro Paddle Ball
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#18 Plastic Vampire Teeth

Plastic Vampire Teeth
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#19 Pogs

Pogs
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#20 Bucket Hat

Bucket Hat
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