29 Reasons The Mindy Project Is a Fashion Girl's Favorite Show

After three seasons of The Mindy Project, we've developed a pretty serious girl crush on Mindy Kaling. She's the complete package: smart, funny, and stylish. Her alter ego, Mindy Lahiri, is no different. And while we were devastated when Fox canceled the show after three seasons, Hulu's picked it up — and the new season's streaming as we speak. Now we can enjoy our favorite print-mixing, neon-loving ob-gyn for a while longer.

Speaking of style, it's clear the character's bold sense of style doesn't fall far from the creator's tree: Dr. Lahiri's — aka Mindy's — fashion rules are ones we typically turn to in times of need. So the next time you are staring at your closet, deliberating over the most crucial of fashion decisions — like, "Can I seriously pull off horizontal stripes?" or "Do I really need another floral-print dress?" — instead ask yourself . . . "What would Mindy do?"

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Print-Mixing Isn't Just Encouraged, It's Required
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Print-Mixing Isn't Just Encouraged, It's Required

Plaid and polka dots? Child's play.

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You haven't truly lived until you've mixed a purple geometric print with polka stars.

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Loud Prints Are Better Than No Prints at All
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Loud Prints Are Better Than No Prints at All

What's that? Can't hear you over the awesomeness of this print.

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Neon Is Always Office Appropriate
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Neon Is Always Office Appropriate

If you work somewhere that suggests otherwise, ask yourself: what's more important — gainful employment or fashion freedom?

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The Brighter the Better
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The Brighter the Better

If your yellow jacket isn't more blinding than the sun, you're not doing it right.

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Know When an LBD Is the Right Move
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Know When an LBD Is the Right Move

Sometimes, a black dress is as bold as any color.

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Own Houndstooth
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Own Houndstooth

It can be on a jacket.

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Or on a heavier coat.

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Or on a pencil skirt. It just has to be on something in your closet.

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You Can Never Be Overdressed When Meeting His Mom
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You Can Never Be Overdressed When Meeting His Mom

So, go ahead: break out that double-breasted pink suit dress!

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There Should Never Be a Debate About Horizontal Stripes
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There Should Never Be a Debate About Horizontal Stripes

They're perfect. And so effortless.

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Just observe how little effort it's taking to look this cute.

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Statement Dresses Can Still Benefit From Statement Necklaces
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Statement Dresses Can Still Benefit From Statement Necklaces

A woman can never make too many statements.

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There's No Such Thing as Color-Clashing
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There's No Such Thing as Color-Clashing

Nor being too matchy-matchy.

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Red jacket over a red tartan dress? What's the problem?

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Sweater Vests Are Legit Cool
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Sweater Vests Are Legit Cool

Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

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Delicate Floral Prints Are Mandatory
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Delicate Floral Prints Are Mandatory

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Oversize Floral Prints Are Mandatory
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Oversize Floral Prints Are Mandatory

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Really, All Floral Prints Should Be Mandatory
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Really, All Floral Prints Should Be Mandatory

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Always Adhere to the Dress Code
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Always Adhere to the Dress Code

Hitting up a music festival? Well, then, firework shorts are the obvious choice.

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Attending a pool party? A sexy sarong and floppy hat just make sense.

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Bed Time Is No Time to Slack on Cute Outfits
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Bed Time Is No Time to Slack on Cute Outfits

Pajama sets, anyone?

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Recycle Your Favorite Accessories
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Recycle Your Favorite Accessories

Wear your beloved crossbody chainstrap purse with a dressed-up look.

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But also wear it with your more laid-back duds.

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Just Because You're Working Out, Doesn't Mean You Can't Shine
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Just Because You're Working Out, Doesn't Mean You Can't Shine

Sequins probably wick sweat. And wedge sneakers are still sneakers, guys.

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Even If You're Tired, Still Look Like You Tried
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Even If You're Tired, Still Look Like You Tried

You can't pull off this color-coordination in your sleep.

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Dress Up For a Holiday Party
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Dress Up For a Holiday Party

Fashion's supposed to be fun, right?

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But Never Go Along With Any Ugly-Sweater-Themed Parties
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But Never Go Along With Any Ugly-Sweater-Themed Parties

Why would you ever try to look ugly?!

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Leather Loungewear Is a Real Thing
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Leather Loungewear Is a Real Thing

Invest in it.

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No Matter the Weather, Never Cover Up a Cute Dress
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No Matter the Weather, Never Cover Up a Cute Dress

Better to hold onto the jacket than risk someone not seeing this gorgeous frock.

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But Invest in Stylish Coats
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But Invest in Stylish Coats

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em.

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And Accept That One Winter Coat Is Never Enough
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And Accept That One Winter Coat Is Never Enough

The sooner you realize this, the less terrible Winter will seem.

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Whatever You Wear, Wear It With Confidence
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Whatever You Wear, Wear It With Confidence

Even if you look like an escaped mental patient, you can still look like a chic escaped mental patient.