The cycle of a trend is sort of a funny one: first something's really in, then it's really out, then it makes a triumphant return, cooler, modernized, and ready to be worn again. That's kind of what happened when it came to '90s staples. A few years ago, rocking a tracksuit out and about might have been perceived as outdated and lazy. Now? It's near impossible to find an It girl who doesn't have one in her closet.

We've recently discovered an easy hack for predicting the hottest styles, and it has to do with going back in time rather than looking forward. Read on for some 1997 styles you'll likely see everywhere in 2017. If you could just promise to stay away from that frosted white lip gloss, we'll be forever grateful.

Monochrome Outfits

Jeweled Chokers

Velvet Everything

Platform Shoes and Sneakers

Waist Chains

Strapless Dresses and Chunky Sandals

Midcalf Boots

Tank Tops With Piping and Simple Black Skirts

High-Cut Tank Tops

Denim on Denim

Matching Crop Top and Skirt Sets

Short-Sleeved Dresses

Peasant Necklines

Trackpants and Tracksuits

Wrapping a Sweater Around Your Shoulders

Tommy Hilfiger Everything

Illusion Necklines

Slip-Like Dresses

Silky Suits

Midlength Skirts and Slides

Details That Wrap Around Your Midsection

'70s-Inspired Furry Collars

Small Shoulder Bags

Crop Tops and Athletic Pants

Colorful Sunglasses

Dusters and Animal Prints

Off-the-Shoulder Styles

Black Turtlenecks and Long Jackets