silk backless dress 00s Halter while the open back adds a touch of allure Halter tie neck backless gown

Invented or not, this romanticised strain of the 90s does seem to offer a sense of comfort and familiarity

A Cinderella Story/Warner Brothers

and the 2001 cover of "Lady Marmalade" were partially to blame

De la Haye and Tucker write: From 1996 to the end of the decade, the bohemian look became the overriding trend within womenswear at all market levels, incorporating the adapted ethnic embroideries of Belgian designer Dries Van Noten, the bold colour sense of young British designer Matthew Williamson and the irreverent mixtures of fabrics from Milanese design houses such as Marni and Fendi. (Laver 288) With the new casual, bohemian styles came low-slung jeans and crop-tops, which would be the hallmark of the coming decade

How to Wear the Chain Mail Trend in 2026: Rabanne Metal Mesh Shoulder Bag The easiest way to inject new trends into your wardrobe is through accessories, like this iconic chainmail piece from Rabanne

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 7 Waistcoats Getty Images Want to nail the 90s look