Back in the ’90s, your best friend was everything — your secret keeper, your style twin, and your partner in crime for every silly adventure. You’d talk for hours on the landline, whisper about your family, and plan your outfits like it was a mission. Fast forward to now, and while the details may be different, the connection hasn’t changed much. We still have deep talks late at night, share endless gossip, and often end up wearing similar clothes — except now we’re sipping wine instead of soda.
Best friends have always filled that special role — like the sibling you chose, or the one who actually understood you. Siblings might have driven you crazy, but your BFF was the one who helped you pull pranks and held your hand through heartbreaks. No matter the decade, these friendships helped shape who we’ve become.
In the ’90s, arguments with your best friend felt like the end of the world — like when she forgot to feed your Tamagotchi while you were away. Now, disagreements are more low-key: ignored texts, subtle jabs in group chats, or missing a like on your new post. Back then, you’d make up by passing cute notes at school; these days, it’s more likely to involve coffee, an emotional chat, and maybe a selfie or two.
Friday nights used to be about hanging at the mall or sneaking into movies we were too young for. Today, it’s cozy nights with streaming shows and wine. In the ’90s, a good wingwoman helped you bump into your crush in the hallway. Now? She’s the one scrolling through social media with you, analyzing every like and comment. Whether it was dancing to the Spice Girls back then or learning TikTok moves now, one thing remains the same — best friends are for life, no matter how much the world around us changes.
