Gent August | 1997

August 1997 was a month marked by intense nostalgia and significant cultural shifts, characterized by the "quiet before the storm" just prior to the death of Princess Diana on August 31. It was a period defined by a transition in popular music, the height of mid-90s fashion, and a pivotal moment for technology and the internet.

Late August is remembered by many as a calm, nostalgic period, particularly with music like K’s Choice providing a soundtrack to the end of the summer. Significant Events & Technology August 1997 - Vogue Archive Gent August 1997

Vogue focused on "living large" with slouchy suits, baggy trousers, and an emphasis on "Latin Class" beauty, featuring models and actresses in that style. August 1997 was a month marked by intense

The New Yorker covered topics ranging from the death of privacy to the "area-code envy" in Manhattan. TIME Magazine examined the $30 billion Mormon Church empire and an "edgy" email prank testing online storytelling. Significant Events & Technology August 1997 - Vogue