Why The '90s Was The Best Era for Airport Fashion

Given many airports around the world have been shuttered due to the pandemic, it definitely feels a little weird to reminisce about all things travel-related. 

And while many of us look categorically awful when we're traipsing through the airport, it's a whole different ballgame for famous people — especially under the ever-present glare of paparazzi cameras, there to catch you in your worst moment. 

You could argue that the glamorous age of travel ended a while ago, and while we don't entirely agree with that statement, we'll settle on the fact that airports in the '90s were much more stylish places than they are now — even if jeans, biker jackets and canvas sneakers were the trends du jour. 

From Tyra Banks and Elle Macpherson to David and Victoria Beckham (when VB's style was still in its Spice Girls heyday), there's no shortage of inspiration to be found in '90s airport fashion, and given the hectic state of the world right now, hearkening back to the past is helping to keep us sane. 

To see some of our favourite peak-'90s celebrity airport fashion moments, keep scrolling. 

(All images from Getty unless otherwise specified.)