If you grew up in the 2000s, you'll probably be surprised to hear that the decade's fashion trends are once again popular. I was born in 1994, and if you ask me, the decade still feels like it happened just yesterday. I grew up watchingBritney Spears music videos and vying to get my hands on basically everything Paris Hilton wore. For me, 2000s fashion trends are more nostalgic than those of the'80s or '90s.
Yes, I'm talking about the teeny-tinyhandbags and even tinierstrappy sandals that defined the decade's aesthetic. I won't lie, though. I'm thankful that not everything we wore in the 2000s is making it into the2010s because, well, styles likeultra-low-rise jeans are best left in the past (in my opinion). But if you're as ready as we are to embrace the best of noughties fashion once again, see all the 2000s fashion trends thatare still going strong ever since their initial resurgence.
WHO: Naomi Campbell and Iman, 2004
Whether logo-filled or embellished with buckles, baguette-shapedbags wereconsideredthe 2000s It trendto own. It was during this era when the Dior Saddle, Louis Vuitton Pochette, and Fendi Zucca bags all featured prominently on the arms ofthe A-list set.
WHO: Rihanna, 2005
Now, would it even be an early aughts storywithout a mention of low rises? They were as iconic a silhouette during the decade then as they are now, and it was all about pairing them with a crop topfor an exposed midriff moment. Daring? Yes. Nostalgic? Absolutely.
WHO: Nicole Richie, 2006
Shield sunglasses are the accessory trend that's still popping up everywhere fromMiu Miu to Le Specs. The good news is that you don't have to spend a fortune to nail this noughties trend.
WHO:Paris Hilton,2003
Everything about 2000s fashion was defined by a more is more mentality: more embellishments, more layering, and showing more skin.Skirtswerehemmed high to show offas much leg as possible, while waistlines were slung ultra-low to maximize an exposed midriff which brings us to the epitome of early 2000s silhouettes: the micro mini skirt.
WHO:Jessica Alba, 2003
Ready or not, thisdivisive outfittrendis bubbling back up again—except that 2023's versions are much more refined and forward.
WHO: Sarah Jessica-Parker, 2001
Soft rufflesare still having a major moment today, and we're thanking icons like Carrie Bradshawwho made theasymmetric silhouette look so good.
WHO: Destiny's Child, 2000
One thing we'll always remember this decade for was how committed everyone was to achieving a standout look.No embellishments were spared when getting dressed, and that means we saw all manner of glitz and glam throughout the decade's most memorable ensembles, but especially the popularity of crystal dressing. Whether it was a crystal mesh dress à la Paris Hilton at her 21st birthday or the coordinating crystal bra tops Destiny's Child donned at the 2000 Hip-Hop Music Awards, more is more when it came to this shimmery trend.
WHO: Britney Spears, 2002
Love them or hate them today, there's no denying that bootcut jeans were the ultimate denim trend of the 2000swith their slim fits and flared-ankle shape.
WHO:Mariah Carey, 2000
If you grew up in the early 2000s, you know all about the "going out top" (looking at you, Millennials). They were an entire category of our closets back then, defined bystatement colors, asymmetric necklines, cropped hems, and pretty embellishments. Mariah Carey's sequin butterfly top is the blueprint here. Essentially, the going-out top was the only thing you needed to own to make an outfit look good—pair one with jeans and you're good to go.
Blumarine
Blue Butterfly Camisole
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Beige Solaria Tank Top
WHO:Christina Aguilera, 2000
Say what you will, but the 2000s were nothing if not one big experiment in taking fashion risks. And boy did celebs embrace a risqué look. When Christina Aguilera showed up to the MTV VMAs in 2000 in a G-string skirt, it sparked an entire movement of purposefully showing off your thong straps via hip cutouts or built-instraps.
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Lingerie Cut-Out Wool Trousers
WHO:Meagan Good,2003
Truckerhats are continuing to be relevant, but the Von Dutch styles will always be reminiscent of the era. Everyone and their mother sported the iconic brand.
Sporty & Rich
Off-White & Green Tank Flannel Cap
WHO: Kate Moss, 2005
Skinny scarves were a micro-trend that fashion people adored adding to their outfits throughout the Y2K era and now, peopleare yet again draping themselves in this trend. Buy into it before it sells out.
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