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1910s: Corsets -

Over 100 years ago, comfort was not part of women's fashion. Taking hours to get ready, they would risk internal organ damage and broken ribs with corsets. 

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1910s: Edwardian hats -

As you might recall from the hit film 'Titanic' (1997), Edwardian hats were a major trend for women. They were wide-brimmed and often adorned with feathers, ribbons, or veils.

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1910s: Hobble skirts -

Hobble skirts were incredibly uncomfortable to walk in due to their heaviness and constricting floor-length hemlines. It would be like walking in a tight, ankle-length pencil skirt!

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1920s: Cloche hats -

These tight hats were huge in the 1920s. But let's be honest: they looked extremely juvenile on grown women.

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1920s: Smoking jackets -

Smoking jackets peaked in popularity in the 1920s as a leisure robe for men. Unfortunately, they were often made in questionable maroon velvety fabric, which wasn't the best look.

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1920s: Bathing suit dresses -

As women's fashion evolved, comfort and sporty elements became prominent to the style of the era. However, wearing a dress to swim in must have been a major challenge!   

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1920s: Plus-fours -

Plus-fours pants saw a major comeback in the '20s due to sportsmen, particularly golfers. But their awkward length paired with blazers was just a major fashion no-no.

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1930s: T-strap shoes and heeled Oxfords -

People in the '30s were going through a rough time, but the combination of the T-strap and heeled Oxfords was just too much for one shoe at once.

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1930s: Swimwear -

The fact that there were bathing suits for women during this time was a revolution, but the awkward length and stretchy jersey wasn't the best swimming-attire after all. 

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1930s: Fur collar coats -

We know today that it's best to go faux-fur than the real deal, but the '30s were different. One popular style that emerged at the end of the decade were fur collar coats, which were seen as luxurious.

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1940s: Mini bowler hats -

Mini bowler hats, which later had a comeback in the '60s, were a questionable trend. Often decorated with feathers, these tiny hats did not flatter many heads.

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1940s: Zoot suits -

Popular in the '40s, the zoot suits were high-waisted pants with wide legs and tighter cuffs. They would also be paired with a longer blazer and a hat. 

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1950s: White gloves -

The '50s saw the popularity of white gloves. Though they might have looked elegant, they were certainly not practical in terms of maintaining a spotless look.

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1950s: Poodle skirts -

This '50s trend was seen on every woman who loved her canine. And while we can all agree that dogs are adorable, it might be a bit too much to actually have them on your skirt.

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1950s: Cat eye glasses -

Cat eye glasses came onto the scene in the 1950s, and became a stable for librarians at the time. But depending on the color and size, these glasses were just not that pretty.

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1960s: Patterned tights -

Fashion in the '60s started becoming wilder, and multi-patterned tights are proof of that. Whoever thought this trend would flatter any human was seriously mistaken.

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1960s: Futuristic fashion -

The '60s imagined the future in ultra sleek and metallic outfits, often inspired by space. Lucky for us, the future never actually ended up looking like this.

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1960s: Psychedelic clothing -

As the Swinging Sixties rolled in, a lot of folk experimented with substances, and from that came psychedelic clothing. Let's just say they went a bit too wild with the swirly shades and neon accents.

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1960s: Bell-bottoms -

Considered a controversial piece of clothing, bell-bottoms first appeared in the '60s. With an overuse of fabric, these pants rarely look good on anyone.

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1970s: Patchwork prints -

The '70s were all about patterns and prints, and these patchwork outfits were a hit, which few could actually pull off. Paired with white boots and a flower necklace, it was a lot for the eyes.

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1970s: Jumpsuits for men -

Overly tight jeans were already a lot to handle, but jumpsuits for men might have topped that one. Combined with the opened zipper and platform boots, we're all glad this look stayed in the '70s.

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1970s: Too much stripes -

There's no doubt that the '70s loved stripes. And as adorable as the pattern could be, some went a bit too far wearing them from head to toe.

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1970s: Wide-collar shirts -

For as long as we can remember, shirts have been a classic piece in the wardrobe. But the exaggerated collar shirts worn by both men and women in the '70s looked way too ridiculous.

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1970s: Massive heels -

While platforms are more comfortable than regular heels, people in the '70s were risking their lives with these massive ones. Just imagine all the broken ankles of those who attempted wearing these.

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1980s: Leg warmers -

Available in all colors imaginable, leg warmers are probably the most pointless piece of fabric coming out of the '80s. Does one really get chilly calves while working out?

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1980s: Sweatbands -

Another pointless accessory from the '80s were sweatbands. Not only did people wear them while working out, they actually became part of the everyday wardrobe.

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1980s: Acid wash jeans -

One major trend from the '80s were acid wash jeans. From punk rockers, to country singers, this style was seen on everyone.

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1990s: Blossom hats -

Thanks to Mayim Bialik, the Blossom hats became a major trend in the '90s. But looking back now, we can safely say that they didn't look as cool as we imagined.

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1990s: Color-tinted sunglasses -

Spotted on pop stars like Britney Spears, this major trend was the favorite accessory of the late '90s. However, let's not ignore how unflattering they looked.

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1990s: Parachute pants -

Worn here by TLC, these nylon parachute pants were a lot for the eyes. They often came in neon colors and were a total '90s must-have.  

Sources: (Harper's Bazaar) (Good Housekeeping) (Fashion History)

See also: Early 2000s fashion trends everyone is guilty of

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