’90s Style: Putting the Reebok Ventilator in Cultural Context

The year 1990 was a big one for statements, so let’s take a look back into the cultural context that the Ventilator stepped into.

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If you’re a ’90s kid, the thought of watching Power Rangers while eating Cookie Crisp is probably a dream come true. The ’90s brought with them a lot of amazing new advances, not least of which were the Reebok Ventilator. When it was introduced, the Ventilator was at the forefront of technology, providing something to the market that was not being offered otherwise. The runner was focused on breathability (hence the name) and used bold colors and strong silhouette lines to make a statement. The year 1990 was a big one for statements, so let’s take a look back into the context that the Ventilator stepped into.

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