22 '90s Outfits That Are Still Worth Copying in 2023 (2024)

Despite younger generations now referring to the '90s as "the olden days," the clothes we once wore during the era of Lunchables, Furbies, and TGIF TV shows continue to resurface. '90s fashion is "in" for 2023, and that means items like duster coats, pencil skirts, and simple tank tops are finding their way back into our closets.

Today's stars love a good throwback look (Hailey Bieber, for instance, has helped revive items like loafers and leather blazers), but rather than taking inspiration from today's group of style icons, we'd much rather throw it back, gathering everyday '90s outfit ideas from the decade's own group of "It" girls.

While researching old photos, we found there's plenty worth copying, from Gwyneth Paltrow's leather pants to Janet Jackson's overalls. Check out all the '90s fashion you can (and should) wear today, ahead.

Cameron Diaz

Year: 1998

Chilly weather often calls for cozy, chunky knits. If you're wondering how to make that oversized sweater look cute, take a tip from Diaz and pair it with a simple skirt.

Halle Berry

Year: 1995

Basics don't have to be boring. Berry proved this decades ago by leaving her collared shirt unbuttoned at the bottom and adding boots to her timeless skirt suit.

Courteney Cox

Year: 1995

Jeans and a solid shirt will never go out of style, but for 2023, we're more focused on Cox's shoes. She found the solution for what to wear with wide-leg pants, opting to complete her outfit with sleek black boots.

Kate Hudson

Year: 1998

A tube top, a long cardigan, and a pair of black pants? We could easily picture Bella Hadid stepping out in a similar ensemble today.

Brandy

Year: 1995

In 2023, this baggy top, form-fitting bottom pairing is known as jellyfishing, but Brandy was pulling it off long before the combination had a cutesy name.

Gwyneth Paltrow

Year: 1996

TBH, we'd still wear most of Paltrow's '90s outfits (her wardrobe from that decade was pure perfection), but we're partial to this pair of leather pants, which she styled with a long-sleeved tee for a Giorgio Armani party.

Jennifer Lopez

Year: 1998

We're big fans of pre-made sets and can't resist a fuzzy-trimmed cardigan. J.Lo, it's time to repeat this red carpet look!

Claire Danes

Year: 1997

For a decent portion of the '90s, fashion felt easy yet elevated. Case in point: Dane's versatile T-shirt and silk skirt, which could be dressed up with strappy heels or kept casual with sneakers.

Jennifer Aniston

Year: 1997

A little black dress will forever be a closet staple, but they're also back in a big way for 2023, solidifying a spot as a top fashion trend. When putting together your outfit, channel Aniston's '90s style by keeping your accessories minimal and finishing your look with stappy heels.

Mary J. Blige

Year: 1996

There's a lot to love about Blige's '90s outfit, from her shiny jacket to those oversized shades. However, we're also big fans of a single color scheme (in the trending color purple) and are now inspired to work even more monochromatic outfits into our rotation.

Winona Ryder

Year: 1990

Distressed leather jackets were a '90s alternative era favorite, and this too-cool outfit worn by Ryder is one that lives on in fashion history. Today, the layer is even more versatile and comes in many shapes and sizes (moto, blazers, oversized, etc.), instantly adding oomph to whatever's underneath.

Aaliyah

Year: 1997

On days when you can't decide between comfort and fashion, channel Aaliyah and do both. The singer took the stage at KMEL's All Star Jam wearing an oversized tracksuit, but also nailed the flossing trend by styling a strappy bralette top underneath.

Britney Spears

Year: 1999

Spears' bucket hat may be controversial (not everyone's a fan of that style), but we'd rock those cargo pants in a heartbeat. Plus, her pink tee is a subtle way of pulling off Barbiecore.

Janet Jackson

Year: 1994

If you're still wondering how to wear overalls, Janet Jackson's '90s outfit is the perfect source of inspiration. She gave her own baggy pair a laid-back, sporty twist by adding a cap and chunky shoes.

Katherine Heigl

Year: 1995

Heigl's floral dress and white sandals would still make for a cute summer outfit, and it doesn't hurt that the combo reminds us of what she wore in the cult-favorite '90s movie, Wish Upon a Star.

Julia Roberts

Year: 1990

It's no surprise that Roberts' classic '90s outfits are still being recreated by models such as Emily Ratajkowski. We're especially fond of this casual jeans and T-shirt look, which was instantly pulled together with the addition of a structured blazer.

Mariah Carey

Year: 1991

Between that off-the-shoulder neckline, sheer sleeves, and drop earrings, it's safe to say Carey provided us with the perfect wedding guest outfit idea years ago.

Salma Hayek

Year: 1997

Although Hayek wore this white halter dress on a red carpet in 1997, we've seen plenty of modern-day dupes that are made from cotton and fit for a sexy summer night.

Meg Ryan

Year: 1994

Is this Ryan or Kendall Jenner? Considering how much the model loves a loose pair of trousers, we could easily picture her wearing this exact look while out and about.

Cindy Crawford

Year: 1995

Once summer rolls around, out come our trusty jean shorts. It's the ease that ensures this bottom remains timeless; all you need is a casual tee — or crop top, in Crawford's case — before finishing off the look with your favorite pair of sneakers.

TLC

Year: 1996

We're not above coordinating with our pals, just TLC did in the '90s. But even if we're headed out solo, we'd still be down to copy these all-white outfits, consisting of wide-leg pants and matching duster jackets.

Pamela Anderson

Year: 1993

Pamela Anderson's '90s style will forever be on our mood board. This athleisure look solves a variety of our warm-weather fashion dilemmas, whether you're searching for ways to wear bike shorts or wondering how to style a sports jersey.