Oh boy, the 2000s – an era of fashion sins we’d rather forget, right?
I mean, who didn’t commit some cringe-worthy style blunders back in the day?
Picture this: flared PINK yoga pants jammed into Ugg boots (ouch!), low-rise jeans that definitely didn’t do any favors for our body types, those infamous pink trucker hats, and glittery tees decked out with rhinestone-encrusted butterflies. But hey, don’t beat yourself up about it.
Top Early 2000s Fashion Icons
We were just following the lead of the early 2000s fashion icons who ruled the MTV screens and the pages of Seventeen magazine. They set the trends, and all we did was copy-paste our way to fashion infamy.
Britney Spears: The Denim Dynamo
Britney Spears, the pop sensation of the 90s, didn’t set out to be a style guru, but boy, did she leave a mark. Who could forget her epic denim-on-denim extravaganza with Justin Timberlake at the 2001 VMAs? That look is etched in fashion history as one of the boldest statements of the noughties.
But it wasn’t just red carpets; Britney’s music videos, live performances, and paparazzi snapshots gave us a treasure trove of early 2000s fashion. From velour tracksuits to flared low-rise jeans, newsboy caps, and exposed bra straps, she had us all taking notes.
Sarah Jessica Parker: The Style Daredevil
Carrie Bradshaw, anyone? Sarah Jessica Parker was the queen of fashion inspiration in the 90s and early 2000s. And guess what? Her off-screen style was just as fabulous. Statement pieces, funky hats, and bold accessories were her thing. She blended late 90s trends with early 2000s flair like a pro, rocking strappy heeled sandals and strapless dresses adorned with applique flowers, feathers, or sequins.
Avril Lavigne: The Punk Princess
Avril Lavigne was the poster child for early 2000s punk style. Loose neckties, wife-beater tanks, sweat wristbands, and scuffed Converse sneakers – she rocked them all. And let’s not forget the baggy cargo pants, studded leather belts, and graphic tees that defined her signature look. Pink and camo? Absolutely, especially when worn together. Her beauty game was on point too, with smudged black eyeliner and those ever-changing chunky highlights.
Nicole Richie: The Heiress of Fashion
Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton took the world by storm during their “Simple Life” years. Louis Vuitton luggage, designer sunglasses, and Juicy Couture sweatsuits were all the rage, thanks to them.
But Nicole had her own share of enviable style. Pink dresses, micro-miniskirts, and glossy lips – she made us all want to be rich girls someday.
Accessories? You bet! Funky hats, skinny scarves, statement earrings, and an undying love for Balenciaga bags. She practically turned Balenciaga’s City Bag into the It-bag of the decade.
Christina Aguilera: The Risk-Taker
Christina Aguilera’s early 2000s fashion was iconic. She broke free from the good-girl image that most popstars of the time had. Leather chaps, barely-there tops, and statement hats – her wardrobe was a fashion risk that paid off big time.
And her hair and makeup? Equally legendary.
Brightly-colored clip-in extensions, face gems, and bandanas were her go-tos. And that crimped hair? Every preteen’s dream! She even made headlines when she went from platinum blonde to grungy jet black.
Lindsay Lohan: The It-Girl
Lindsay Lohan was the It-Girl of the early 2000s. While her personal life made headlines, her on-screen outfits in movies like “Mean Girls” and “Freaky Friday” became synonymous with the era’s style.
Babydoll dresses, denim miniskirts, oversized belts, and low-rise bootcut jeans – Lohan tried them all. Spray tans and glitter lip gloss? She rocked those too.
Christina Milian: The R&B Sensation
Christina Milian, the R&B singer and actress, was known for her sexy red carpet style. Belly-button rings, low-rise bottoms, and crop tops were her jam. Remember her silk robe and red dress in the “Dip It Low” music video?
That solidified her status as a 2000s sex symbol. And guess what? Her early 2000s style is making a comeback, inspiring artists like Normani, SZA, and Summer Walker.
Paris Hilton: The Trendsetter
Paris Hilton was the fashion trailblazer of the early 2000s. She gave us velour tracksuits, metallic Louis Vuitton bags, Von Dutch trucker hats, and rhinestone-encrusted everything. Her party-going lifestyle, mini-miniskirts, and graphic tees were legendary.
Who can forget her “Got Blow?” graphic tank top paired with low-rise khakis and a rhinestone belt? And even Kendall Jenner recreated Paris Hilton’s rhinestone party dress.
Lauren Conrad: The California Girl
Lauren Conrad embodied California girl style in the early 2000s. Thanks to reality shows like “Laguna Beach” and “The Hills,” she became a household name. Babydoll tanks, oversized sunglasses, denim capris, and tube tops were her go-tos. When asked about her fashion choices, she said, “I definitely wasn’t a trendsetter… I just had a more beachy, bohemian vibe.”
Ah, the 2000s, where fashion was wild, and we loved every minute of it!
