Friends Reunion: Rachel Green’s Iconic 90s Outfits We Saw On This Season’s Runways

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Green is all the rage this season, especially this particular tint of Rachel’s green—a minty-fresh hue that makes summery frocks even cooler.

In honour of the Friends: The Reunion airing May 27 on HBO Max, we take a look back at Rachel Green’s best looks that designers have welcomed back on runways this season.

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The reunion special with the beloved cast of iconic sitcom Friends airs May 27

Remember the Noughties' crops? They’re back and more statement-making than ever. Try one of Australian designer Christopher Esber’s sexy pieces for a sizzling hot look. Shop Now

3 /6 Denim Dungarees

Photo: Courtesy of Chanel

OK so the Chanel outfit isn’t quite denim or dungarees but the Bermuda-length shorts paired with structured jackets so beloved by Rachel is still the look to steal this summer. Shop Now

4 /6 Envelope Bag

Photo: Courtesy of Manu Atelier

Leave it to Rachel to wear this season’s trendiest bag shape, decades before it was cool. Shop Now

5 /6 Fancy Flip Flops

Photo: Courtesy of Net-A-Porter

Covid may have propelled Rachel’s humble flip flop into being appropriate, all-occasion footwear, but any respectable fashion lover should not settle for less than those made by The Row. Shop Now

6 /6 Leopard Lady

Photo: Courtesy of Christian Dior

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Since you’re probably missing the runways at Fashion Week, you’ll be thrilled to know that one of the most beloved French fashion houses is filling the void with Chanel’s Cruise 2021 collection, which debuted online today. The storied brand previewed the collection in four looks, with a video directed by Inez & Vinoodh and starring Lola Nicon. Shot in Gabrielle Chanel’s 31 rue Cambon apartment, it immediately set the stage for an edgier collection than the brand has shown in recent memory, complete with graphic T-shirts, fishnet tights, and more. If you’re thinking ‘90s grunge meets high fashion, you are exactly right.

The collection was largely black and white, with some light pink peppered throughout. With a punk ‘90s fashion vibe, it delivered all your favorite throwback trends: overalls, graphic tees, tube tops, and lace-inset coats. The jewelry carried a similar retro feel with layered pendants and chokers.

The runway show took place at Carrières de Lumières, a white limestone quarry located in the village of Les Baux-de-Provence in the south of France. It was famously the setting of the 1960 movie, Testament of Orpheus, directed by Jean Cocteau, who was a dear friend of Coco Chanel throughout her lifetime.

Known for their far-away locations pre-Covid — from Dubai to Cuba — the setting for Chanel’s current cruise collection is sticking fairly close to home. In fact, its debut comes on the heels of two canceled shows during the pandemic: Chanel’s Capri, Italy Cruise show in May 2020 and the Métiers d’Art show that was set to take place in London the following June.

Nonetheless, the ready-to-wear looks were still imaginative and refreshing, which is exactly the jolt the fashion industry needs right now. While you’re going to have to wait another six months to shop the looks, you’re likely right on trend already with your ‘90s-inspired summer wardrobe. ‘Tis the season to go edgy, even at Chanel.

6 ’90s & 2000s Fashion Trends At The 2021 Oscars

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The 2021 Oscars red carpet is in full swing, with celebrities arriving at Union Station in Los Angeles dressed to the nines. While your favorite stars went all out at the event — wearing everything from see-through jumpsuits to sweeping red gowns to yellow cut-out dresses — the most memorable looks of the night were retro-inspired. Borrowing from decades past, some celebs chose to embrace ’90s and ’2000s trends on the Oscars red carpet.

Both ’90s and 2000s styles are enjoying a resurgence right now, with Crocs, velour jumpsuits, low-rise jeans, thong sandals, and slip dresses popping back up on the fashion landscape — and the Oscars 2021 red carpet followed suit.

Margot Robbie made an appearance in a black and white, floor-length ’90s slip dress covered in sequined embellishments. Questlove channeled the bygone era via its infamous “ugly” shoe, gold Crocs. And Andra Day recalled the 2000s in a metallic gown with an asymmetric neckline, ruching, and strategically placed cutouts.

But the retro look that sparked the biggest discussion on social media belonged to none other than Laura Dern. In a voluminous gown featuring a black long-sleeve top and feather skirt, the actress evoked Bjork’s infamous swan gown from 2001.

Scroll down for all the ’90s and 2000s-inspired fashion on the Oscars 2021 red carpet.

Margot Robbie’s Slip Dress Pool/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images Margot Robbie wore one of the most popular styles of the ’90s, opting for a slip dress by Chanel for the Oscars red carpet.

Andra Day’s Gold Gown Pool/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images Andra Day was a total glamour goddess, embracing the 2000s metallic, one-shoulder, and ruched trends in a cutout Vera Wang number.

Laura Dern’s Feather Gown Pool/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images Laura Dern’s Oscar de la Renta feathered gown had fans reminiscing about Bjork’s famous textured dress in 2001.

Reese Witherspoon’s Halter Dress Pool/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images The halter neckline and belted waist are two 2000s staples that Reese Witherspoon brought back to the Oscars with flair, by way of her Dior gown.

Jena Friedman’s Cutout Gown Pool/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images Jena Friedman’s white gown — with its asymmetrical cutout — looked like it was pulled straight out of 2005.