Shop the Y2K-Inspired Outfits From Our "Elle" Popsugar Pulse Cover

Sofía Alvarez
Coach
Sofía Alvarez
Coach
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Whether you're a "Legally Blonde" fanatic or a newbie, you'll no doubt fall in love with the cast of "Elle," the prequel created by Laura Kittrell and Amazon MGM Studios. Fortunately for us, the nostalgic vibes aren't limited to the plot line: on the day of our Popsugar Pulse cover shoot with Lexi Minetree, Chandler Kinney, and Gabrielle Policano, stylist Ali Claire Marino turned to the 2000s for sartorial direction, too.

The dawn of the new millenium brought us endless fashion inspiration: going-out tops, flirty miniskirts, charm bracelets, double-layer tops, bootcut pants, and so much more. Marino channeled the era flawlessly while staying true to each character's organic style: lots of pink for Minetree, who stars as Elle Woods; on-trend layering for Kinney who plays the leader of the popular kids, Kimberly; and bold prints for Policano, who landed the role of musician Liz.

Working alongside styling assistant Emma Cabana and tailor Hailey Desjardins, Marino tapped it-brands like Coach, Sandy Liang, and Dries Van Noten while also peppering in vintage finds from Gabriel Held Vintage. The result? A 2000s moodboard that will dominate your TikTok feed for the next several months. Keep scrolling to shop the exact items seen in the cover shoot as well as affordable alternatives to recreate each look.

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Los Angeles Apparel Baby Rib 3/4 Sleeve Boatneck Top ($38). Coach x Brain Dead Embroidered Slip Skirt ($250). Laura Lombardi Silver Suona Necklace ($268). Maria Tash Plain White Gold Hoop Earrings ($275). Maria Tash Pear Floating Diamond Charm ($1,030).

Marino borrows a layering trick straight from the early aughts for Kinney, slipping a Los Angeles Apparel white shirt under an Oori Ott black tank. She finishes the look with a Coach x Brain Dead slip skirt, Laura Lombardi necklace, Maria Tash diamonds, Jude shoes, and Kinney's own rings.

Get The Look: Nordstrom Seamless Scoop Neck Tank ($30). Nobody's Child Alana Polka Dot Slip Skirt ($99). Calvin Klein Aileen Stiletto Sandals ($109). Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Gloss Luminizer ($23). Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Trace'd Out Longwear Waterproof Pencil Lip Liner ($22). Pattern Curl Mousse ($25).

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Los Angeles Apparel Baby Rib Long Sleeve Crewneck Tee in Black/Natural Candy Stripe ($36). Laura Lombardi Silver Riccio Bracelet ($84). Mejuri Spheres Chain Bracelet ($228). Maria Tash Diamond Eternity Hoop Earring ($635). Maria Tash Faceted Triple Long Spike Hoop Earring ($525). Maria Tash Invisible Set Triangle Diamond Stud Earring ($1,380). Maria Tash Invisible Set Diamond Star Stud Earring ($2,085). Mejuri Spheres Chain Bracelet ($228).

If you're in need of some nostalgic, cool-girl inspo, look no further than Policano's wardrobe. They pose in an optical illusion Los Angeles Apparel striped shirt that demands a second look. For a pop of color, they don vintage 2000s Versace Jeans Couture pants via Gabriel Held Vintage in a bold shade of green.

Marino thoughtfully keeps the rest of Policano's look simple, adding on white Dries Van Noten shoes, Mejuri and Laura Lombardi bracelets, and several Maria Tash earrings.

Get The Look: Hanifa Courtni Flare Sweatpants ($119). Naturalizer x June Ambrose Zyra Pointed Toe Sneaker Pumps ($295). Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Positive Light Silky Touch Highlighter ($28).


Jessica C. Andrews (she/her) is an award-winning editor and writer who currently works as the senior style director of PS, overseeing beauty, fashion, shopping, and identity content. With more than 15 years of experience, her areas of expertise include fashion, shopping, and travel. Prior to joining PS, Jessica held senior roles at Teen Vogue, Refinery29, and Bustle and contributed to The New York Times, Elle, Vanity Fair, and Essence. She's appeared on "Good Morning America," NBC, and Fox 5 New York and spoken on various panels about fashion, hair, and Black culture.