Style Steal: Y2K

Even the trendiest teenagers need a bit of style inspo. Cargos, corset tops & butterflies? It’s all about the Y2K era.

Apr 24 · 5 min read

*The prices included in the article below are correct as of the date of publication. These prices may change from time to time and may vary from the prices shown in individual Primark stores.

Got a teenager obsessed with trends, style, and social media? Chances are their wardrobe wish list is full of Y2K-inspired outfits. While the mid 90’s to early 2000’s may have been their younger years, dressing like the older generation is oh-so-cool right now. Who’d have thought!? From playful butterfly and tattoo-inspired prints to colourful parachute trousers and corset tops, head in-store for allll the nostalgia!

Ways To Wear: Parachute Trousers

Hailed as the low-rise, neutral-hued substitute for the OG baggy jean back in the day, we’ve opted for bold colours and a high-waisted fit on our kids parachute trousers to bring this staple into the present day for your mini-me.

Older Child Grey Parachute Trousers €16, Older Child Coral Parachute Trousers €16, Older Child White Slogan Graffiti Tee €7, Older Child White Rhinestone ‘Love’ Heart Vest Top €7

Older Child Light Pink Parachute Trousers €16, Older Child Pink Mesh Dragon Print Tee €9

Wear with neutral basics like our corset-inspired jersey tops from just €7 for a subtle pop of colour or create polaroid-perfect looks with experimental colour-clashing. Finish off with chunky plimsolls and PLENTY of butterfly clips and beaded accessories.

Older Child Green Parachute Trousers €16, Older Child Pink Jersey Corset Tee €7

Kids Festival Outfit Ideas

Low-maintenance looks are the priority when it comes to that ‘it girl’ festival aesthetic. Keep their base simple with our 2-in-1 dress then use nineties-inspired accessories like our bucket hats, chokers, and colourful tinted sunglasses for styling that is sure to stand out in the crowd.

Older Child Pink 2-In-1 Dress €16

For a more low-key look, let them dress down our rhinestone vest top or tattoo graphic slogan tee with denim skirts, dungarees or your own pair of noughties-inspired loose-fit jeans.