After 20 Years, 1997's Top Fashion Trends Are Back in Style

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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 A few years ago, rocking a tracksuit out and about might have been perceived as outdated and lazy.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.

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Monochrome Outfits

02

Jeweled Chokers

03

Velvet Everything

04

Platform Shoes and Sneakers

05

Waist Chains

06

Strapless Dresses and Chunky Sandals

07

Midcalf Boots

08

Tank Tops With Piping and Simple Black Skirts

09

High-Cut Tank Tops

10

Denim on Denim

11

Matching Crop Top and Skirt Sets

12

Short-Sleeved Dresses

13

Peasant Necklines

14

Trackpants and Tracksuits

15

Wrapping a Sweater Around Your Shoulders

16

Tommy Hilfiger Everything

17

Illusion Necklines

18

Slip-Like Dresses

19

Silky Suits

20

Midlength Skirts and Slides

21

Details That Wrap Around Your Midsection

22

'70s-Inspired Furry Collars

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Small Shoulder Bags

24

Crop Tops and Athletic Pants

25

Colorful Sunglasses

26

Dusters and Animal Prints

27

Off-the-Shoulder Styles

28

Black Turtlenecks and Long Jackets

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