Fashion

7 ‘Ugly’ ’90s Trends That Mel B Rocked Like A Total Pro

Because her style is so much more than just leopard print.

by Kay Leong
Mel B performing with the Spice Girls.
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All the Spice Girls had sartorial flare but Mel B took it to the next level. A purveyor of animal prints, neon co-ords, and thigh-high boots, she pulled off even the most daring of ’90s trends with ease.

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It goes without saying that Mel B is the OG mistress of leopard print... but this co-ord? *Chef’s kiss.*
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Embodying army chic, Mel B looked effortlessly cool in camo during the Spice Girls’ Euro ’96 video.
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This look wouldn’t be out of place at a festival in 2021, and we have Mel B to thank for that.
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Iconic doesn’t even cut it.
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Mel B. In a Missoni-style two piece. Need I say more?
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Ever the trendsetter, Mel B paved the way for future queens of the sheer dress (think Kendall Jenner or Rihanna) in this slinky and sultry number.
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The boots! The cape! The HAIR!
Because who else could wear a velvet snakeskin two piece to meet a young Prince Harry and look this good doing it?
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A suit, but make it sexy.