Welcome to the tag category page for Vintage clothing!
Y2K Style was a popular fashion trend in the late 1990s to early 2000s. It is characterized by a distinct aesthetic period that encapsulates fashion, hardware design, music, and furnishings shining with tech optimism. The style is all about creating a silhouette with matching shorts and a cut-off vest. Other popular Y2K fashion staples include shiny materials, chunky sneakers, pleated skirts, baguette bags, wide-leg jeans, and colorful sunglasses. The Y2K aesthetic was prevalent in popular culture from roughly 1997 to 2004 and is making a comeback in 2022. Some of the biggest influencers in Y2K style are Carrie Bradshaw, Bratz Dolls, and films like The Matrix and Mean Girls. Hot pink everything, bedazzled logos, teeny-tiny bags, denim on denim, and Juicy Couture were also popular during this time period.
Double Knee refers to a specific type of work pant that features an extra panel of heavy-duty fabric sewn onto each knee to reinforce the pant and extend its lifespan. These pants are often made of denim or canvas and have a loose fit with a straight leg silhouette. They are commonly used for workwear but can be worn in everyday settings as well. Double knee replacements for people with moderate to severe arthritis in both knees are also possible. Popular brands for these pants include Dickies and Carhartt. Stitching, rivets, and bartacks are used to ensure the durability of the double knee feature. There are also tutorials available online for sewing double knees onto pants.
