Showdowns

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Flavorwire has conducted a not-so-scientific experiment to determine whether we're currently undergoing an '80s or '90s fashion revival (apparently, prior reports have been conflicting). After examining seven factors—aerobics, babydoll dresses, high-tops, plaid, scrunchies, Ray-Bans and vests—their verdict was...inconclusive. And we quote: "Apparently both the ’80s and the ’90s are simultaneously back. Or, perhaps a period encompassing both is back, i.e. if the last ’80s revival was centered around 1985 or so, so this one could be all about 1988-1992?" But then how do you explain the obvious influence of Jordan Catalano? [Flavorwire]