Where the Y2K Streetwear style comes from
"Y2K" stands for the year 2000. Around that time, pop stars, music videos and new technology inspired a shiny, futuristic and very fun style: metallics, glitter and bright colours everywhere.
Classic Y2K pieces include cropped baby tees, low-rise jeans and cargo pants, tiny shoulder bags, tinted sunglasses and chunky sneakers. The style came back strongly in the 2020s, mixed with modern streetwear.
Y2K outfit ideas: what to wear
- A cropped top: a baby tee, a glittery top or a graphic print.
- Low-rise jeans, cargo pants or a mini skirt.
- Tinted or wraparound sunglasses.
- A tiny shoulder bag.
- Chunky sneakers or platform shoes.
- Glittery, butterfly or charm jewellery.
Where to wear it
- Y2K and 2000s themed parties.
- Concerts and festivals.
- Hangouts and shopping days.
- Streetwear photoshoots.
Styling tips
- Red and black gives Y2K a bold streetwear edge.
- Mix a cropped top with roomy bottoms for the classic proportions.
- Tinted sunglasses and a tiny bag are must-haves.
- Add one sparkly or butterfly detail.
How to play Y2K Streetwear and get 3 stars
Her wardrobe has 64 pieces in 8 tabs: earrings (8), necklaces (8), glasses (8), bags (8), shoes (8), hairstyles (8), tops (8) and bottoms (8).
- Read her request in the speech bubble: it tells you the occasion. Here: “Glitter, butterflies and low-rise jeans. Take me back to Y2K!”
- Open every tab and put something on from each one. The style meter gives 1 star at 35%, 2 stars at 70% and 3 stars when every tab is filled.
- Pick pieces in red and black. The wardrobe marks the best matches with a heart, and they give her bonus hearts.
- Keep to one or two main colours, so the look goes together. White, black, grey, brown and gold accessories go with everything.
- Tap Done for her fashion show and your score. Your final look is saved as a photo in My Lookbook, where you can open it again to edit it.
Frequently asked questions
What is Y2K fashion?
The playful style of the late 1990s and early 2000s: cropped tops, low-rise jeans, glitter, butterflies, tinted sunglasses and chunky sneakers.
Which colours score best in Y2K Streetwear?
Red and black pieces score best for this look.
How do I get 3 stars in Y2K Streetwear?
Fill every wardrobe tab, including the top and the bottoms. When every tab has something on, the style meter reaches 3 stars.