when is fresh off the boat supposed to take place

The show Fresh Off the Boat is actually set in the mid-90s, specifically starting around 1995 when the Huang family moves to Orlando. You can totally tell by the fashion, the music, and all those old school references they keep dropping. It’s pretty nostalgic for anyone who grew up around that time or just loves that whole aesthetic.

I’ve been watching it lately and it’s honestly super funny how they capture the vibe of that decade. Everything from the chunky furniture to the way they talk about hip-hop culture feels really spot on for that era. It doesn't stay strictly in one year, but it definitely keeps that 90s spirit going throughout the seasons.