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Grunge

Sick of the G-word? OK, we’ll say this: Think soft layers, comfy flannel shirts and washed-out colors. On Jessica, the flannel follower: White thermal shirt, $4.95 at Sears; red and gray hooded flannel shirt, $17.99 at Target; and choker, earrings and bracelet, $5-$12 each at Contempo Casuals.

Retro

Who said romance was dead? Lace, delicate crochet caps and pretty floral prints are total charmers. On Michele, the romantic: dress, $52; body suit, $20; ribbed tank with lace, $24; long underwear leggings, $22; cap, $8; and crochet bag, $20. All at Contempo Casuals. Clogs, $14.99 at Venture.

Outdoors

Lumberjacks influence the Northern Exposure look, which features rustic clothes in sturdy fabrics. A bandanna head-wrap lends a tough touch. On Damien, the outdoorsman: Plaid shirt, $9.99; denim hooded jacket with quilted lining, $44.99; Levis, $21.99. All at Sears. Bandanna, $1.99 at Target.

Hip hop

Rap music provides the backbeat to the hip-hop look, with its comfy, oversized clothes in African color themes or bright stripes and baseball caps topped by cartoon characters. On Sam, the hip-hopper: UBU T-shirt, $9.99; green Gitano baggy-fit jeans, $19.9 9; Taz hat, $11.99. All at Venture.