Going Grunge: '90s-Inspired Looks You'll Actually Wear

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Whether or not you're prepared to embrace the return of grunge, '90s-inspired fashion is one of the season's top trends, slipping into our wardrobes via plaids, skater dresses, and of course, lace-up Docs.

If a pre-rehab Courtney Love and an Empire Records Liv Tyler are among your spirit animals, these four Philly boutiques have the styles you're looking for .—Courtney Conigliaro

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• 100% cotton Longhorn Skull and Rose Tunic by RAGs & Thread, $42 at Aoki.
• This slightly oversized, slouchy sweater helps you nail the tomboy look. Leopard Print Sleeved Jumper by Lucca Couture, $72 at Aoki
• Black and red checks and cute cut-outs make this fit and flare dress the perfect combo of feminine and edgy. Skater Dress by Lucca Couture, $86 at Aoki
• Flannel shirt with gold studding and faux leather sleeves and collar by Reverse, $62 at Aoki
• From Chestnut Street's Knit Wit: Alexander Wang Jacket, $1,750; Closed Jeans, $229; Equipment Blouse, $248.
• The look from Knit Wit is completed by a pair of Matisse boots, $150.
• Also from Knit Wit: Carolina Amato Fingerless Gloves, $50. (Knit Wit photos courtesy Briana Louise Sposato.)
• From East Passyunk Avenue's Nicole Rae Styer: Houndstooth tunic, $65; studded bracelets, $30; embellished bird cage-style hat, $55; vintage denim vest, $30; Sultana Asc
• Also from Nicole Rae Styer: High-low embellished top, $62; Sultana Aschim skull and crossbone earrings, $30; embellished animal print clutch, $40; leather woven vintage
• From Smak Parlour: Fitted Sweater Skirt, $45; Charcoal Skull Top, $52; Faux Leather Distressed Jacket, $70; Skull Scarf, $18
• Also from Smak Parlour: Rose Eye Skull Tank, $42; American Flag Denim Shirt, $54; Hair Scarf, $8; Lion Head Necklace, $25.

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