‘Looks like a Victorian child’s pants’ shoppers cry as Primark bring back 80s summer trend people were not expecting
Watch the video above to see Primark's skirts in the shop
BRACE yourself because another throwback fashion trend is making a comeback at Primark whether you like it or not.
The fashion retailer uploaded a video showing how puffball skirts are once again gracing shelves and shoppers can’t decide if they are nostalgic or not on board.
The Primark store in East Kilbridge, Scotland, uploaded a video showing their puffball skirts – also known as bubble skirts – which come in two colours.
The account showed how you can pick them in either black or white.
And thankfully they won’t break the bank, being priced at a purse-friendly £12.
They added: “Perfect for (what’s left of) summer and back to school.”
The clip has racked up hundreds of likes, but people were torn in the comments.
One shopper said: “My friend is buying white and black and so am I.”
Another tagged their friend and said: “Calling your name.”
However, others were not on board, with one saying: “Looks like a Victorian child’s pants.”
Puffball skirts were a hallmark of the 80s but were also a staple of the 2000s too.
The skirt is easily identifiable by its voluminous hem, and has been creeping back onto runways, with Miu Miu featuring them for the last three seasons.
Celebrities such as Selena Gomez and Sabrina Carpenter have been seen sporting the humble bubble skirt in 2024.
Primark shoppers have also pointed out that the shop has done a separate collaboration with a 90s brand that is reminding them of school days.
Primark, which is famous for offering everyday affordability on items from fashion to homeware, has recently done a collaboration with Kappa.
In the eighties and nineties, sports brand Kappa gained popularity after winning sponsorships with elite football teams including Juventus, AC Milan, and FC Barcelona.
This meant that many Brits who were growing up in that era, most likely owned something from the sports brand.
Now, Primark is bringing the brand back to everyone’s attention by doing a collaboration with them.
From joggers, to tracksuits, and sports bags, the clothing retailer believes the clothes are perfect for “hitting the gym or hanging out with friends.”
Talking about Kappa, the Primark website reads: “Dive into the latest trends in Kappa x Primark sportswear with our exciting collab collection.
All the 90s trends that are making a comeback
WE might be in 2024, but fashion fans are looking to the past when it comes to new styles. So what trends from the 90s are making a comeback these days?
Claw clips
These hair accessories were a huge trend back in the 90s, but are now most popular among those trying out the “clean girl” aesthetic. Designers such as Prada have released their own versions, while there are thousands of colours and styles to choose from on the high street.
Platform flip flops
Again a popular choice among fashionistas in the 90s, these heels have made a comeback with designers such as Balenciaga trying their luck with their own styles.
Cargo pants
Once worn by the stars of All Saints, cargo pants became a popular trend for teens in the 90s. But they’ve now had a fashion overhaul, with stars such as Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber all putting their own spin on the trend.
Jeans and a nice top
It was the phrase that defined fashion for a decade, and now famous faces such as Sofia Richie are sporting the reinvented trend – pairing their own denims with a more sophisticated top. But are you willing to dig your jeans and nice tops out of the wardrobe for a second time?
“Featuring iconic styles from Kappa x Primark joggers, perfect for any casual outing, to tank tops, socks and cosy Kappa x Primark hoodies, ideal for layering.”
Primark, in Bracknell, Berkshire shared a video of their collection just hitting their store on TikTok.
But the collection has had mixed views, with some simply asking “why?”
One wrote: “If you wore Kappa back in the day you were concerned poor.”
Another added: “It’s 2024 folks.”
A third commented: “Back in my day you went to school wearing kappa you got beat up.”
