Style Lessons From Our Favourite ’90s and ’00s Characters — And How To Use Them Now

You know you've always wanted to look like Moesha.

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by Shana Lynch |
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The '90s and '00s were an...interesting time for fashion, to say the least — something we've learned from looking back [at our favourite stars on the red carpet](http://Stop What You're Doing and Look At The Cast of One Tree Hill on The Red Carpet) — but they did have some good moments. Where would we be without slip dresses, after all? Or statement headbands? Or cardigans? Or bucket hats?

With news that Moesha and Sister Sister are finally being uploaded to Netflix, we thought we'd celebrate by looking back at the style lessons from the most fashionable girls of those decades.

You know who we're talking about: Lorelai Gilmore, Tia and Tamera, Blair Waldorf, Marissa Cooper...It's all coming back now, isn't it?

From Dionne and Cher's matching co-ords to Buffy's love for leopard, here's the best style inspiration to take from your favourite '90s and '00s TV and film characters.

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Moesha, Moesha

The cardigan has reached cult status thanks to Taylor Swift, but Moesha got there first with this tie-front number.

Zara, Knit Cardigan With Buttons, £19.992 of 29

Zara, Knit Cardigan With Buttons, £19.99

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Tia and Tamera Mowry, Sister Sister

The ultimate style lesson is twinning is winning, but Tia and Tamera's bucket hat game is definitely worth a mention.

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Urban Outfitters, Utility Bucket Hat, £18

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Vivian, Pretty Woman

Vivian taught us quite a few things about life, but one of her most valuable lessons was the importance of great tailoring, like this killer red suit.

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Mango, Linen Blazer Suit, £79.99

Mango, Linen Suit Trousers, £49.997 of 29

Mango, Linen Suit Trousers, £49.99

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Mean Girls

Lizzo might've hit headlines for her teeny tiny bag at the AMAs last year, but the Mean Girls were doing it way before her time.

By Far, Mini Rachel Black Semi Patent Leather, £2659 of 29

By Far, Mini Rachel Black Semi Patent Leather, £265

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Lisa, Saved By the Bell

Kelly Kapowski gets most of the credit for being the fashionista on Saved By The Bell, but we think Lisa Turtle is the Bayside High student whose wardrobe we want to raid. From puff-sleeve tops to cowboy boots, the girl knew what she was doing.

Aeyde, Kate Black Calf Boots, £29411 of 29

Aeyde, Kate Black Calf Boots, £294

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Buffy, Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Like Kate Middleton, Buffy and Cordelia were never afraid to embrace a little animal print. A tiger-striped slip dress is a shortcut to summer 2020 success.

Realisation Par, The Christy In Tiger, £17513 of 29

Realisation Par, The Christy In Tiger, £175

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Marissa Cooper, The OC

Marissa Cooper loved a preppy polo shirt. 2020's update is the ribbed polo jumper.

& Other Stories, Fitted Ribbed Cardigan, £6515 of 29

& Other Stories, Fitted Ribbed Cardigan, £65

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Dionne, Clueless

Cher's yellow tartan co-ord might be considered the most iconic outfit from Clueless, but we would urge you to look to Dionne for fashion inspiration. Just look at that pilgrim collar — her taste was way ahead of its time.

SEA, Marina Broderie Anglaise Cotton-Poplin Blouse, £27017 of 29

SEA, Marina Broderie Anglaise Cotton-Poplin Blouse, £270

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Rachel, Friends

Rachel Green's fashion wisdom had no limit — the basic polo neck, a mini skirt with knee highs, a chic work skirt suit — but her greatest hit was finding the perfect straight-leg jeans.

Ganni, Basic Denim High-Waisted Jeans, £19519 of 29

Ganni, Basic Denim High-Waisted Jeans, £195

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Pulp Fiction

Mia Wallace, the ultimate cool girl, knew that a classic white shirt is a wardrobe must-have.

Cefinn, Skyla Cotton Long-Sleeve Shirt, £15021 of 29

Cefinn, Skyla Cotton Long-Sleeve Shirt, £150

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Gilmore Girls

The style lessons we learned from Lorelai Gilmore are endless, but one of her best take-aways is the importance of a good coat. It looks like she's even inspired Meghan and Kate.

Victoria Beckham, Men's Coat In Camel, £2,25023 of 29

Victoria Beckham, Men's Coat In Camel, £2,250

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Blair Waldorf, Gossip Girl

Blair and her headbands ruled the Upper East Side - and her favourite accessory is definitely making a comeback.

Shrimps, Melette Checked Headband, £9525 of 29

Shrimps, Melette Checked Headband, £95

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Sabrina, Sabrina the Teenage Witch

Sabrina Spellman took a few fashion risks in her time, like this suede fringed halter top.

Topshop, Black Faux Leather Fringe Jacket, £4227 of 29

Topshop, Black Faux Leather Fringe Jacket, £42

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Kathryn Merteuil, Cruel Intentions

We learned a lot of life lessons from Cruel Intentions, but Kathryn's mastery of a sheer top is one we will never forget.

Miu Miu, Puffed Short-Sleeved Sheer Blouse, £86029 of 29

Miu Miu, Puffed Short-Sleeved Sheer Blouse, £860

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