Sew the Trends – 90’s sewing patterns
1990s fashion has returned, bringing back classic pieces with a slightly modern twist. We’re rounding up the Top 4 trends you can sew at home to get the look.
Shift and slip dresses
Slip dresses experienced a resurgence in the 1990s, propelled by influential figures in pop culture and fashion. Celebrities like Kate Moss and Courtney Love were photographed wearing slip dresses both on and off the red carpet, cementing their status as a symbol of grunge-inspired, minimalist fashion. The iconic image of Moss in a simple slip dress became emblematic of 1990s style and continues to influence fashion trends today.
We wrote a whole article on slip / camisole dresses for your to enjoy. Plus don’t forget the 90s shift silhouette, loose and breezy with minimal darts – Perfect for showcasing prints.
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Simplicity Sewing Pattern S9745 Misses’ Slip Dress in Three Lengths -
New Look Sewing Pattern N6866 Misses’ Dresses -
New Look Sewing Pattern N6602 Misses’ Shift Dress, Top and Trousers -
New Look Sewing Pattern N6352 Misses’ Dresses -
New Look Sewing Pattern N6347 Misses’ Dresses -
McCall’s Sewing Pattern M8214 Misses’ Dresses & Mask -
Vogue Patterns V9278 Misses’ Slip-Style Dress -
Simplicity Sewing Pattern S8909 Misses’ Dresses
Corset Tops
Corset sewing patterns have been a reoccurring staple in sewing circles as a way to learn new skills, excellent for fans of historic dress or costume, and perfect for special occasion wear. But they were especially popular in the 90s with celebs like the Spice Girls and designer Gaultier’s iconic interpretation. Check out our top picks below and dive deeper into corsets with our full guide to corset sewing patterns.
Dungarees / Overalls
A good pair of vintage-inspired dungarees are a sure fire way to pull off a 90s inspired look. Everyone from TLC to Princess Diana wore them. Think rich washed blue denim, possibly with patches or torn in strategic places. Or colourful corduroy with a baseball tee top underneath.
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Simplicity Sewing Pattern S9590 Misses’ Overalls -
McCall’s Sewing Pattern M8345 Misses’ Pinafore Overalls -
McCall’s Sewing Pattern M8204 Misses’ Dungarees -
McCall’s Sewing Pattern M8437 Misses’ Dungarees by Brandi Joan -
McCall’s Sewing Pattern M7831 Misses’ Pinafore Dresses -
McCall’s Sewing Pattern M8162 Misses’ Dungarees and Jeans -
Simplicity Sewing Pattern S9382 Misses’ Dungarees with Shaped Raised Waist and Back Ties -
Simplicity Pattern S8855 Misses’ Dungarees or Overalls. -
Know Me Sewing Pattern ME2062 Misses’ Overalls by Alisha Grace -
McCall’s Sewing Pattern M8008 Misses’ Top, Romper, and Dungarees -
Burda Style Pattern B6599 Overalls -
Know Me Sewing Pattern ME2083 Misses’ and Women’s dungarees and Belt Bag by Aaronica B. Cole
Faux Fur Coats
Faux fur fabrics had a real surge in the 90s! Think back to the craze for furry accessories and neon-hued faux-fur jackets or fur trimmed collars on coats. Sewing with fur takes a bit of extra time to keep the pile from getting caught in the side seams so think of this as a slow enjoyable project rather than a quick win.
