Vintage Trend: The Perfect Mix & Match to Steal from the 80s and 90s
Spoiler alert: your wardrobe loves the past… but in 2025.
What if the most current trends were hidden in the fashion archives of our younger years (or those of our older sisters)? Today, we're revisiting the 80s and 90s as an inexhaustible source of inspiration. But be careful, we're not talking about dusty nostalgia... We're talking about reinvention, vintage pieces that resonate more than ever with our style today. A clever mix of retro spirit and modernity: that's what vintage trend.
Here's how the 80s and 90s infiltrated our wardrobes... without us wanting to let them go.
1. Top with trompe-l'oeil prints, Jean Paul Gaultier style
Jean Paul Gaultier's Cyber Baba and Tattoo tops, true symbols of the 90s, are back in force, impossible to miss! These mesh pieces, ultra-trendy at the time and now essential, are a real nod to our love for the vintage trend
Under the creative direction of Florence Tétier, Gaultier revisited its classics with stretch tulle leotards and even a reissue of the famous 1996 optical illusion dress, worn in 2019 by Kim Kardashian. As the designer says: “People want Gaultier.” Today, second-skin tops with optical illusion prints are everywhere—worn with wide-leg jeans or a low-waisted skirt, they perfectly embody the bold style of Madonna or Nikita.
2. The triumphant return of Capri pants
Long shunned, the Capri is back in force. Mid-length, form-fitting but chic, it's the perfect ally for mid-seasons. It reminds us of the minimalist silhouettes of the 90s, like Carolyn Bessette or the heroines of the first episodes of Sex and the City. In 2025, we wear it with an oversized blazer and ballet flats, for an ultra-Parisian look. This type of silhouette illustrates well how the vintage trend fits into contemporary codes.
3. The fashion influence of cult music videos and legendary series
Clips of Aaliyah to the looks of Rachel Green In FriendsThe 90s are a goldmine of fashion references. Crop tops, pleated skirts, colorful leather jackets… What we wore to dance to Say My Name from Destiny's Child, we mix it today with quality basics found at Jaiio, for a look that has it all.
4. How to integrate them into your daily life?
How to integrate them into your daily life? The key to vintage trend, it is the balance:
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A strong vintage top + a modern neutral bottom.
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An iconic piece (oversized leather jacket, baguette bag, etc.) + a natural beauty look.
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And above all: carefully selected second-hand pieces, for a unique, responsible style... and so much cooler.
FAQ The Perfect Mix & Match
1.Why go back to the 80s and 90s?
Because these decades were a veritable fashion laboratory! Iconic pieces like Gaultier tops and Capri pants are revisited classics that still resonate with our modern styles.
2. Are vintage pieces difficult to wear on a daily basis?
Not at all! The secret is to mix bold pieces with modern basics. Vintage is the art of mixing!
3. How can I find these designer pieces?
On Jaiio, of course! We have a selection of quality vintage pieces for you to discover. Get the looks of '90s stars!
4. Why choose vintage rather than buying new?
Because vintage is unique, ethical, and on-trend. You're choosing pieces with a story and that last. #CircularEconomy
5. What if I'm a little afraid to get started?
Don't worry! We're here to guide you. And, between us, there's nothing more fun than bringing a classic piece from the past back to life.
