For a masterclass in Y2K fashion, look no further than the 2004 cult-classic Mean Girls. The iconic chick flick embodies the epitome of the early 2000s – a time of low-rise jeans, mini skirts, glossy lips and an overdose of pink everywhere.
Starring familiar faces like Lindsay Lohan and Rachel McAdams, Mean Girls introduced us to The Plastics and their iconic looks that anyone can recreate. Halloween is the perfect opportunity to channel your inner queen bee and bring your favorite character to life!
Whether you’re going solo as your favorite member of The Plastics or coordinating matching Mean Girls costumes, here’s how to ace their signature outfits (or find yourself in their Burn Book)!
Regina George – “Why are you so obsessed with me?”
No one does Y2K outfits like queen bee Regina George, the girl that everyone wants to be, Regina’s outfit tells you that she knows she’s the IT girl. Pull off her signature layered combo of a pink fitted cardigan over a white tank top, paired with a black leather mini skirt for a little contrast. Tie it all together with chic pink heels and a silver necklace with her initial on it.
After a long day of wondering why everyone is so obsessed with her, Regina still has that vibrant glow on her face thanks to powder blush. Before you head out, don’t forget a stylish shoulder bag to fit all of Regina’s favorite essentials like lip gloss to keep her pout shiny all day long.
Get Regina’s look:
Cady Heron – “It’s October 3rd.”
From the “homeschooled jungle freak” to the newest member of The Plastics, Cady Heron has quite the glow-up after joining Northshore High. Her high school wardrobe does a complete 180 from oversized patterned shirts to figure-flattering, color-coordinated combos like her iconic pink tank top and baby blue cardigan duo. She keeps her style fun with a plaid mini skirt and matching pink sandals. For accessories, Cady stashes her flip phone and lip gloss in a stylish shoulder bag and puts on her ‘C’ necklace to complete her outfit.
Cady never leaves the house without glossy lips and bold eyeliner! Give yourself that throwback smudged eyeliner look with MACQUEEN’s eyeliner pencil, and go with romand’s lip gloss to replicate her high-shine lip look.
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Gretchen Wieners – “That was so fetch.”
An outfit that’s perfect down to its finishing touches? That’s just so… fetch! Plaid, preppy and chic ’fits are exactly what you’d expect from Gretchen Wieners, Regina’s loyal sidekick who just can’t help it that she’s so popular. In a nod to Gretchen’s feminine style, wear a long-sleeved knit top with her signature plaid skirt reminiscent of the early 2000s. A girly shoulder bag with ribbon details and classy Mary Jane pumps up the chic vibes.
Accessories are everything for Gretchen who’s always head to toe in silver. Finish the outfit with a heart pendant necklace, a matching silver bangle and dainty floral earrings. Gretchen also touches up her lips throughout the day with glossy lip balm.
Get Gretchen’s look:
Karen Smith – “On Wednesdays, we wear pink!”
Just like everything else in her life, Karen Smith keeps her outfits simple. Easy-going, flirty and a little naïve, Karen’s style is characterized by monochromatic outfits featuring her favorite color: pink! Pull off Karen’s Wednesday outfit by pairing a feminine long-sleeve top with a form-fitting mini pencil skirt and kitten heels. She keeps accessories minimal yet classy with a sleek silver watch.
Beyond her outfit, blush and lip gloss are must-haves for Karen’s everyday makeup look. Get her signature rosy cheeks with HOLIKA HOLIKA’s Jelly Dough Blusher for a natural flush, and those Y2K glossy lips with colorgram’s Fruity Glass Tint.
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