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’90s Flannels and Y2K Fitted Shirts Return as Winter Fashion Staples

Upcycling closet finds into pastel-infused looks alongside tailored silhouettes underscores fashion’s sustainable turn.

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Overview

  • Loose-fit flannel lumber shirts from the ’90s have resurfaced on haute couture runways and urban street style.
  • Early-2000s Y2K-style fitted button-downs are reappearing with structured collars, defined cuffs and tailored silhouettes.
  • Fashion editors suggest combining vintage flannels with pleated skirts, leather trousers or layering them over dresses for a modern touch.
  • Influencers are styling Y2K shirts tucked into high-waisted pants or worn open over tops to balance nostalgia with contemporary trends.
  • Consumers are embracing sustainability by upcycling existing wardrobe pieces instead of purchasing new vintage-inspired items.