90s Kids take a tram to Lunar Park

If the 1980s was the decade of excess, the 1990s was the exact opposite. Gaudy over-the-top fashion statements gave way to a new minimalist ‘anti fashion’ decade. Young Australians started dressing for comfort and body conscious silhouettes were ditched in favour of a slouchy, casual look. This image from our Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board collection shows teenagers sporting some early 90s trends, with denim jeans, hoodies and headbands becoming fashion staples. This look would later develop further into the grunge look leading to the 90s being labelled the ‘slacker generation’.