Shop Looks From Aughts Effect Cover Shoot With 2000s Stars
Shop All the Y2K-Inspired Looks From Our Aughts Effect Cover Shoot
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This story is part of our Aughts Effect package, which celebrates 20 years of Popsugar — and enduring culture. Read all the stories here.
It's not hard to imagine what you'd wear if you came of age in 2006. Twenty years ago, right around the time Popsugar was founded, the fashion trends du jour looked a lot like they do today: capri pants, saddle bags, velour sweatsuits, going-out tops, baby tees, bucket hats, and shiny jackets. That we're revisiting Y2K fashion in 2026 says a lot about our love for nostalgia but also, perhaps, our desire for a simpler time: an era when we could indulge in whimsy, occasion dressing, and comfortmaxxing without a care. For our Popsugar Aughts Effect covers, photographed by Anna Koblish, we ventured back to the dawn of the new millennium, sartorially at least.
Stylist Ali Claire Marino dressed our cover stars — Monique Coleman, Tahj Mowry, Daniella Monet, and Sabrina Bryan — in the most joyful and enduring trends 2006 had to offer. From a Dior baby T-shirt with a heart graphic to velour sweats adorned with the sparkling Juicy Couture logo, Marino explored early-aughts fashion with a reverence for the past and an eye toward the future. Take Coleman and Monet's capri pants: the abbreviated style was a staple in 2006 and it's experiencing a resurgence today (in recent months, Kendall Jenner, Rihanna, and Beyoncé all stepped out in modernized versions of the look).
Suffice it to say, each cover outfit, though inspired by the early 2000s, could find a happy home in your closet right now. Keep scrolling to shop the looks from brands like Revolve, Urban Outfitters, eBay, and more — plus nab each style for less with affordable alternatives.
On Bryan: Laura Lombardi Silver Large Seamless Hoops ($135). Amina Muaddi Sculpted-Heel Strap Mules ($898, originally $1,173). Saint Laurent Le 5 A 7 Shoulder Bag in Misty Jade ($2,500).
On Monet: Blondita Stella Halter Top ($50). Roberto Cavalli Spring 2001 Swirl Jeans ($135 to rent). Paris Texas Lidia 105MM Leather Slingback Sandals ($895). BaubleBar Dalilah Huggie Hoops ($42). Lizzie Fortunato Arc Cuff in Lagoon ($195). Worn together as a belt: Laura Lombardi Stessa Necklace ($184). Laura Lombardi Fara Necklace ($178).
On Coleman: Steve Madden Jella Platform Wedge Sandals ($70, originally $90). Laura Lombardi Silver Amorina Pendant ($198).
On Mowry: Levi's 470 Denim Shorts in Rinse Ruler ($50). Urban Outfitters Standard Cloth Classic Tee ($29). Nike Air Force 1 '07 Sneakers ($115).
Our cover stars celebrated Popsugar's 20th birthday in several iconic early-aughts trends. Bryan brought back baby tees in a vintage Dior top from Gabriel Held Vintage, a vintage Juicy Couture skirt sourced from eBay, and vintage Paco Rabanne sunglasses sourced from eBay; Monet printmaxxed in Roberto Cavalli Spring 2001 pants paired with a Blondita halter top; Coleman embraced logomania in a Christian Dior Spring 2003 dress and hat from Gabriel Held Vintage and a vintage Christian Dior tote sourced from eBay; and Mowry revisited the shiny-jacket trend in a vintage Calvin Klein jacket from Artifact New York.
Get The Look: True Religion Ruched Cap Sleeve Graphic Baby Tee ($62). Mango Terry Miniskirt ($70). Steve Madden Edna Slide Sandal ($65, originally $109). Edikted Satin Backless Sleeveless Top ($42). H&M Printed Pull-On Pants ($23). Guess Scoop-Neck Monogram-Print Top ($104, originally $110). Guess Monogram-Print Knit Mini Skirt ($123, originally $205).
Helsa Beckette Knit Cardi ($249). Helsa Beckette Knit Capri ($229). Valentino 2002 Tortoise Shell Flower Belt ($115 to rent). Hot Pink Headband ($8). Jimmy Choo Scarlett 50 Pumps, available in black ($1,150). Laura Lombardi Suona Necklace ($268).
Capri pants were a major sensation in 2006, and 20 years later, they're dominating the fashion landscape once again. Coleman shows off the enduring power of the trend in a pink Helsa two-piece set paired with a vintage Christian Dior tote sourced from eBay, a Valentino flower belt, Jimmy Choo pumps, and Laura Lombardi jewelry.
Get The Look: Baby Phat Hot Pink Tee ($14, originally $16). Sumwon Low-Rise Knitted Capri Pants ($24). Farm Rio Vintage Gold Flower Metal Chain Belt ($178). Nine West Rizze Women's Pointy Toe Slingback Pumps ($76, originally $90).
Los Angeles Apparel Aquamarine Garment Dye Mid-Length Tube Top ($36). Juicy Couture OG Big Bling Velour Track Pants ($79, originally $99). Laura Lombardi Silver Large Seamless Hoops ($135). Paris Texas Lidia 105MM Leather Slingback Sandals ($895).
Nothing says 2006 like Sabrina Bryan's Juicy Couture velour sweats, a blue leopard print Fendi cardigan from Gabriel Held Vintage, and a Balenciaga city bag.
Get The Look: Schutz Scarlett Sling Mid Sandal ($158).
Blumarine Spring 2004 Capri and Tank Set ($135 to rent). Paris Texas Lidia 105MM Leather Slingback Sandals ($895). Laura Lombardi Silver Suona Bracelet ($168). Laura Lombardi Silver Nuova Bracelet ($166).
From the capri-pant set to the saddle bag, Monet's outfit is an early-aughts fever dream. She poses in a Blumarine Spring 2004 set with a Dior Fall 2001 Miss Diorella saddle bag, both from Isle of Monday. Monet finishes the look with silver slingback sandals and Laura Lombardi jewelry.
Get The Look: L'Agence Kochi Postcard Print High Neck Top ($165, originally $275). L'Agence Blaine Postcard-Print Low-Rise Crop Jeans ($206, originally $295). Schutz Scarlett Sling Mid Sandal ($158).
Willy Chavarria Willy Ropita Shrunken Zip-Through Hoodie ($357, originally $595). Skims Cotton Rib Tank 3-Pack ($68). Rick Owens Megastrapped Geth Jeans ($744, originally $1,240). Asics Gel-1130 Sneakers ($100). Worn as wallet chain on jeans: Laura Lombardi Suona Necklace ($268).
This baggy-jeans-and-chain combo was everywhere you turned in 2006. Mowry effortlessly brings it back to life with a Willy Chavarria hoodie, Rick Owens jeans, Asics sneakers, and a Laura Lombardi necklace worn as a wallet chain.
Get The Look: Paper Planes Arched Logo Zip Hoodie ($168). H&M Baggy Darted Jeans ($45).
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.
