All about the 90s! Everything you need to know to go retro

Liv Tyler in Empire Records is our MAJOR girl crush

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by Ellen Kerry |
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The current lust for everything 90s shows no sign of waning. Our wardrobes are stuffed to the brim with dungarees, checked flannel shirts and chokers but our faces have yet to catch up. Until now…

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Unisex perfumes and fragrances like CK One ruled way back when. Go ahead and purchase yourself a bottle for old times sake. And then watch how your mates try to sneak it from your embellished rucksack…□lCK One 100ml £18.50

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Gwen Stefani in No Doubt was the big pop crush. Add a spangled bindi to your forehead for an instant 90s vibe. Topshop £3.50

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Lovely Liv Tyler in 90s cult flick Empire Records

The current lust for everything 90s shows no sign of waning. Our wardrobes are stuffed to the brim with dungarees, checked flannel shirts and chokers but our faces have yet to catch up. Until now…

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Rimmel’s Heather Shimmer was a MAJAH shade back in 1992. Channel the beautifully moody 90s Liv Tyler with a nude/brown matte lippy for a true #TBT feel. Remember to go 2 – 3 shades darker than your actual skin tone otherwise you’ll look a bit deathly. Topshop Lips in Armour £8

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Who didn’t rock icy blue polish on their tips?! Go back with a punky metallic shade or work electro.Nails Inc Special Effects Nail Polish in Connaught Square £8 NARS Nail Polish in Ikiru £15 O.P.I. Nail Lacquer in Yoga To Get This Blue £11.50

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Though the 90s were predominantly about grunge gals, a sweep of glittery eye shadow or sparkly liner was always welcome. Wear over neutral shades for an extra punchy 90s hit. Stila Magnificent Metals Eye Liner in Metallic Black Gold £24 POP Triple Glitter £6 Topshop Chameleon Glow in Wax + Wane £8

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Loose, day-old, centre-parted locks gave girls an easy peasy bed head look that screamed ‘I’m so cool.’ Get the texture with dry shampoo then blast and scrunch using a hairdryer.TIGI Bed Head Oh Bee Hive Dry Shampoo £12.55

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