Fashion fans left divided as iconic noughties trend is BACK in stores for summer – but many slam it as ‘cheap and tacky'
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Shoppers have been left totally divided after spotting an iconic noughties trend back on the high-street
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But while many were desperate to live out their "early 2000 dreams", others slammed the trend as "tacky"
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House of CB took to Instagram to announce the news
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The new Sculpt Midi Bandage Dresses will set shoppers back £169
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The bandage dress first hit the catwalk back in 1989 as the grand finale of Hervé Léger's runway show, but it wasn't until the likes of Victoria Beckham and other celebrities went crazy for the dresses in the 00s that they became mainstream.
Women were scrambling to get their hands on the high-street versions of the designer gowns, made with thick strips of fabric which work to 'bandage' your shape and flatten out problem areas.
And now, shoppers will again be able to get their hands on the iconic bandage dresses, as they are now back in
The much-loved chain took to Instagram to share the exciting news, leaving many totally stunned.
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Alongside the social media post showing off the new frocks, the chain penned: 'She's baaaaaack. Shop the birthday bandage collection now and be ready to serve some cake.'
According to those at House of CB, one of the 'most iconic party dresses is back for another dance'.
The heavyweight stretch fabric of these £169
The dresses are now elevated with even more definition around the bust and waistline, as well as flattering halter neck straps and a low scooped back that shows just the right amount of skin.
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A fashionista from London named Christie, was gobsmacked to see the figure hugging frocks back in stores and took to social media to share the news with others.
Posting online, the content creator gave her followers a close-up look at the House of CB dresses and gasped: 'Bandage dresses are BACK??!!'
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She then questioned: 'I fear I want one?'
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @
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I can't shake the tacky vibes I get from them
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But social media users were left divided by the return of bandage
One person said: 'Love it! I remember I bought my first bandage dress at 20 back in 2007.'
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Disc belts
"A hit with celebrities like Victoria Beckham and Blake Lively, the belt itself did nothing that a belt should actually do - it was a mere fashion statement, not a piece to actually hold anything up.
"And it seems it's not just me who is enraged by its return, with many taking to TikTok to give their views, saying: 'Oh no not the disc belt! I don't think I have the energy for it a 2nd time around' - I feel you."
Jelly shoes
"After not being seen on shelves for decades, they've made a reappearance and this time they're not just for kids.
"Coming in a range of colourful patterns, you can get them all over the high street in either flat or heeled versions.
"Not only will you look very childish wearing such shoes, but people will also need to learn that they aren't the comfiest - blister plasters will come in handy."
Pedal pushers
"The cropped knee-grazing trouser were all the rage in the 1990s and 2000s, but this time the model fash pack are all over them - with both Bella Hadid and Emily Ratajkowski wearing them out recently.
"The original IT girls, Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn and Brigitte Bardot helped make the trousers - also called Capri pants - look effortlessly cool and glam.
"Somehow this time round they don't seem to be having that same effect."
Another added: 'I can live my early 2000 dreams.'
A third commented: 'YEEEEESSSS SORRY BUT I LOVE IT.'
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However, at the same time, someone else sighed: 'I can't get behind it, I'm sorry.'
Love it! I remember I bought my first bandage dress at 20 back in 2007
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A second disappointed shopper slammed: 'They're trying to make 2016 happen but it's too early. Give it 10 years at least!! This isn't how vintage and
Not only this, but another expressed: 'They went away for a reason!'
Meanwhile, one woman penned: 'I can't shake the
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