the most iconic outfits worn by our fave celebs

Liz Hurley in the Versace safety pin dress

Liz Hurley arriving on the arm of then-boyfriend Hugh Grant at the Four Weddings and a Funeral premiere wearing *that* Versace safety pin dress is easily one of the most iconic fashion moments of the '90s. 29 years later, it still slays.

Kate Moss in a see-through slip dress

And the second most talked about '90s fashion moment may be Kate Moss in her totally transparent silver slip dress, with just a pair of black knickers worn underneath. Yep, Kate was doing naked dressing before it was even really a thing. A true fashion muse if ever there was one.

The best Spice Girls '90s fashion

Of course, we can't talk about the '90s without mentioning the Spice Girls. As well as all the girl power, Scary, Baby, Posh, Ginger and Sporty also brought us major fashion inspo. We're talking platform heels, mini dresses, crop tops, boob tubes, chunky trainers and *so* much more. Alexa, play "Spice Up Your Life".

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Cindy Crawford in '90s denim

'90s denim styles were largely limited to two things: light wash and boot cuts. And if you weren't wearing a mom jean, you better have been in an extra baggy, low-rise pair.

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Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell in 1993

You'd be hard-pressed to discuss '90s fashion without Kate Moss or Naomi Campbell's names crossing your lips. The pair spent the best part of the decade on the runways and magazine covers, while their off-duty style shaped some of the key trends. Fur-trimmed coats and mini skirts? We'd wear this look today.

David and Victoria Beckham in head-to-toe leather

Now this is peak '90s. Matching. Leather. Couple. Outfits. Britney and Justin could never.

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Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green in Friends

Want to nail the '90s look? Just replicate any of Rachel Green's outfits from season 1 through 6 of Friends. For further inspiration, check out Jennifer Aniston's off-screen style from the decade, too and you can't go wrong.

Princess Diana in her revenge dress

Yes, this was the era of Princess Diana's revenge dress. Worn three years after her separation from the then-Prince Charles, Diana broke Royal protocol by stepping out at a Vanity Fair party in the off-the-shoulder, form-fitting, black silk mini dress. The same night Prince Charles confessed to his affair with Camilla. Eek. We can't imagine a better dress to say "Charles, who?" hence its 'revenge' moniker.

Tyra Banks in '90s double denim

Double leather, double denim... For a decade where minimalism was the agenda, more of one fabric actually met the brief by creating a streamlined look. As modelled here by Tyra Banks and styled with a backwards baseball cap, choker necklace (natch), and cowboy boots.

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Britney Spears in a '90s crop top

In her 'Baby One More Time' era, Britney was the embodiment of '90s fashion thanks to her penchant for boob tubes, crop topes, low-rise and of course, bunches. It wasn't just Emma Bunton rocking the pigtails.

Claudia Schiffer in a '90s slip dress

The slip dress is to '90s fashion what shoulder pads are to '80s fashion. As long as it had spaghetti straps, a figure-hugging fit falling to a loosely draped skirt, and was preferably floor sweeping (or at the very least ankle grazing) it didn't matter what print or colourway the dress was.

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Destiny's Child in '90s leather looks

Kelly, Beyoncé and Michelle are all repping *plenty* of '90s trends. We're talking chain waist belts, maxi skirts, all the leather, and roll necks. Colin Firth, eat your heart out.

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Gwen Stefani in a '90s outfit

Gwen Stefani in her No Doubt days is a '90s kween. She was often seen sporting space buns during the decade, perfectly styled here with a cropped strappy top, low-rise maxi skirt and platform sandals.

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Lil' Kim at the 1999 MTV Music Video Awards

The MTV Music Video Awards (since rebranded to the Video Music Awards, AKA the VMAs) are renowned for outrageous fashion moments. And if we had to describe Lil' Kim's asymmetric purple bedazzled jumpsuit with nipple sticker in one word, it would be outrageous.

Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee at the 1996 American Music Awards

Pam and Tommy were the couple of the decade, with their fashion style responsible for just as many headlines as their relationship. Pamela Anderson is *still* a style icon to this day, but we love her look for the American Music Awards in 1996. With its loose silhouette, the sparkly spaghetti strap mini dress and glitzy platform heels are peak '90s.

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Janet Jackson performing in the '90s

Janet Jackson ruled the '90s, alternating between ab-flashing red carpet looks and a more grunge aesthetic on stage defined by oversized plaid shirts, light wash denim and combat boots.

Gwyneth Paltrow in a '90s outfit

Perhaps needing a respite from the neon bright colours of the '80s, the '90s saw many adopt a monochrome palette for their wardrobe, complimented by a grungey aesthetic in the form of loose silhouettes and oversized tailoring. Perfectly illustrated here by a baby, fresh-faced Gwyneth Paltrow.

Iman doing the underwear-as-outerwear trend

That's not to say that colour never made an appearance. Photographed out in New York City, Iman tapped into one of the '90s other biggest trends – underwear as outerwear. The lace detailing, sheer panels, and satin fabrication all lend a negligee style to this mini dress.

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Jennifer Lopez on the red carpet in 1998

Attending a film premiere's red carpet in a cardigan and capris is practically unheard of today, but that's exactly what JLo did in 1998. Looking like she'd come straight from the office, her low-cut crop top and tie-up heels made the look more evening.

Halle Berry on the red carpet in 1998

Halle Berry attended a film premiere back in 1998 rocking a black leather spaghetti strap dress decorated with a floral print. Barely-there heeled sandals completed the look. The minimal aesthetic is yet another contrast to the "more is more" attitude of the '80s.

Alexandria Dale is Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan & . Covering everything from the worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok! 

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