Two protestors with 'Bollocks to the Poll Tax' t-shirts in Kennington, during the Poll Tax Riots in London, 31st March 1990. placeholder image
Two protestors with 'Bollocks to the Poll Tax' t-shirts in Kennington, during the Poll Tax Riots in London, 31st March 1990. | Getty Images

10 photos that sum up life during the 90s in London

From protests to parties the 90s is a decade that will live on forever.

The 90s was an era full of romances, rebellion and political upheaval.

The headlines were dominated by major events such as the death of Princess Diana and the Poll Tax Riots.

Major romances took place from Posh and Becks to Liz Hurley and Hugh Grant.

And you best believe the Spice Girls were all the rage!

Tiny skirts, dark lip liner and poker straight hair were in fashion - and people were often seen with a cigarette in hand.

Gay Pride was becoming a huge part of London’s scene, and events like Notting Hill Carnival were rapidly growing in popularity.

Meanwhile opposite ends of the political spectrum came head-to-head, with Thatcher and Blair.

The 90s was an era we’ll never forget, a time that has given us some of the most iconic moments in pop culture and history.

Here are 10 photos, from the Getty Image archive, that show what life was like in London during the 90s.

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