Fashion The '90s Dad Fashion Trend Is Still Going Strong Here's your chance to dress like Danny Tanner and Uncle Phil. By Samantha Sutton Samantha Sutton Instagram Samantha is InStyle's senior fashion editor. She joined the brand in 2019 and oversees the site's fashion coverage, including trend reporting, fashion exclusives, celebrity style interviews, and Fashion Week coverage. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on June 17, 2021 @ 04:00PM Pin Share Tweet Email We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Photo: Getty Images/InStyle It's a transformation similar to those from a classic monster movie: by the time it happens, it's already too late. We're talking about stereotypical '90s dad style, complete with its baggy trousers, long socks, polo shirts, and vests. You may have noticed this aesthetic rapidly growing in popularity over the past year or so, alongside the likes of fairycore and light academia. Models, actresses, and influencers are skipping the heels and reaching for classic chunky loafers ('90s dad!), or fully embracing baggy jeans and khaki pants (also very '90s dad!). It's a comfortable, cool, and very practical look, and more often than not, it leaves us feeling nostalgic. Supermodels Are Officially Wearing a $20 Grandpa Trend Instead of Shirts This Summer I can't help but notice how much this trend seems to be inspired by our favorite sitcom father figures, such as Danny Tanner from Full House or Uncle Phil The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. '90s dad style is everywhere — and honestly, we're kinda surprised it took us this long to realize these men were true fashion icons. Getty Images Of course, there are multiple variations and levels to this trend. There's '90s office dad, which is the vibe we get from suits or trousers paired with structured pieces like button-downs and finished off with sneakers (commuting dad!) or oxfords (work meeting dad!). There's also the version that leans more toward athleisure. It's the team coach, kick-back-and-relax '90s dad, slipping on some New Balances with a windbreaker or fleece. How to Look Cute on a Bike Without Really Trying Getty Images Somewhere in between, you've got weekend casual '90s dad, who's ready to grill or teach someone to ride a bike. It consists of the polo shirt paired with jeans and long socks, or just a pair of khakis styled with a loose tee. The celebrity crowd makes it seem fresh and elevated, but somewhere deep down, we know who wore it first. Getty Images Ahead, we're rounding up some '90s dad essentials for you to shop, since this trend seems to be sticking around. You might even feel the urge to snap a selfie once your outfit is complete and send it to the best, real, OG '90s dad you know. 9 Beauty and Wellness Gifts Your Dad Will Love for Father's Day Zara Oversized Knitwear Vest Courtesy Shop now: $40; zara.com Athleta Midtown Shirt Courtesy Available at Athleta.gap Shop now: $98; atheleta.com Everlane The Cotton–Merino Polo Courtesy Available at Pngtrac Shop now: $68; everlane.com New Balance 990v5 Sneaker Courtesy Available at Nordstrom, Newbalance Shop now: $185; nordstrom.com Urban Outfitters '47 New York Yankees Classic Baseball Hat Courtesy Available at Urbanoutfitters Shop now: $29; urbanoutfitters.com BAACAL Utility Pant Courtesy Available at Shareasale Shop now: $298; 11honore.com 12 Storeez Knitted Polo Collar Dress Courtesy Available at Farfetch Shop now: $95 (Originally $122); farfetch.com Daily Paper Grey Eshield T-Shirt Courtesy Available at Dailypaperclothing Shop now: $55; dailypaper.com Comme Si The Merino Sock Courtesy Available at Commesi Shop now: $38; commesi.com J. Crew Slouchy Boyfriend Chino Pant Courtesy Available at Jcrew Shop now: $90; jcrew.com Franco Sarto Balin Platform Loafer Courtesy Available at Nordstrom, Zappos, Macys Shop now: $89; nordstrom.com Good American Good '90s Ripped High Waist Relaxed Jeans Courtesy Available at Nordstrom, Bloomingdales Shop now: $149; nordstrom.com Ganni Recycled Rubber Sandals Courtesy Available at Shopbop, Saksfifthavenue Shop now: $235; shopbop.com The North Face Nuptse® 1996 Packable 700-Fill Power Down Vest Available at Nordstrom, Neimanmarcus Shop now: $199; nordstrom.com GapFit Polar Fleece Jacket Courtesy Available at Gap Shop now: $100 (Originally $118); gap.com Adidas Adicolor Classics Firebird Primeblue Track Pants Courtesy Available at Adidas, Nordstrom, Dickssportinggoods Shop now: $70; adidas.com Noize Emilia Windbreaker Courtesy Available at Noize Shop now: $120; noize.com Madewell Linen-Blend Track Trousers Courtesy Available at Madewell Shop now: $70; madewell.com