There are some brands and trends from the early 2000s that are making a comeback, and there are others that never really went away—at least when it comes to the wardrobes of some millennials and today’s Gen Z style stars. Recently, TikToker Addison Rae was spotted wearing a casual tank top for going out released by the Y2K It Miss Sixty brand. Founded in 1991, the Italian label was one of the first to focus exclusively on women’s denim before expanding into ready-to-wear categories. While Miss Sixty may have peaked before most Zoom users hit double digits, the 23-year-old TikTok personality counts herself as a longtime fan, wearing everything from iconic jeans to swimsuits.
These days, “vintage” Miss Sixty items can be found in many thrift and resale stores (or, if you’re my age, in your childhood closet). Since relaunching in 2017, however, the brand has doubled down on its Y2K-era successes, most recently introducing a “vintage revival” summer collection this year. From super low-rise jeans to patch pockets and micro-mini skirts, this collection features some of our favorite retro trends that have been on our fashion mood boards this year.
Inspired by this look at vintage storage, we’ve rounded up a few currently available pieces that capture the best of the Y2K aesthetic and that we’re actually wearing today. Whether you were a fan of trucker hats and skinny scarves or spent your Saturday nights in sparkly going-out tops and ruffled dresses, there are one or two (or three!) trends we’re glad to see revived more than 20 years later. . Keep scrolling to see today’s take on these “classic” millennial style staples, and if you’re looking for more outfit ideas, Addison Rae is your girl—she’s as obsessed with vintage and archival fashion as we are.
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About Addison Rae: Celine sunglasses; Miss Sixty Top; Bottega Veneta jacket; Dior shoes
Shop our favorite Y2K trends below
AG
Gatina High Waist Wide Cargo Jeans
Cargo Pants has re-entered the chat and won’t be leaving any time soon.
Low-rise flares will always seem iconic to millennials.
Giant vintage sunglasses
Toner Y2k Rimless Sunglasses
Like most Y2K-era accessories, multi-colored shield sunglasses were completely impractical and delightfully fabulous.
Free people
Pleated micro mini skirt
I don’t know how we ever wore these pleated minis, but they are too cute to pass up.
Free people
Alma midi dress
Carrie Bradshaw would definitely wear this ruffled dress.
mango
Floral Ruffle Dress
A dangling frill is key to achieving ’00s style.
TRAINER
Studio Glove Tanned Leather Shoulder Bag
Baguette bags are back and better than ever.
mango
Heeled sandals with rhinestone straps
Strappy sandals give bonus points for added chic.
HM
Jeans decorated with rhinestones
Admit it: jeans embellished with rhinestones are timeless.
HM
High Rise Bootcut Jeans
Any denim style looks more modern if it has a high waist.
mango
Miniskirt with ruffled hem
Pair this textured mini with a smart blazer and Mary Jane jeans to bring this retro piece into the modern era.
Empty New York
Starstruck embellished shorts
Pair it with studded jewelry to give the trend a more emo-rock twist.
Joe
Frankie Bootcut Jeans
Bootcut jeans still go with everything.
This sparkly top can be worn for a night out on the town.
Silence + Noise
Textured Remy tube top
The fact that this sleeveless top has pleats, texture and ties makes it a real contender.
PER/READY
+ Net Sustain + Pamela Anderson Crystal Embellished Denim Shorts
Do you think we left bedazzlers in the 80s? Think again.
Boys lie
Velvet Trucker Hat
It’s time to bring back those trucker hats.
Alice + Olivia
Laika Low Rise Crystal Striped Mini Skirt
You can never wear too many rhinestones.
Aviator Nation
Bolt Vintage Low Rise Trucker Cap
Bonus points for trucker caps without obvious logo.
TRAINER
Narrow silk scarf with floral print
There are many ways to style a skinny scarf, even if it doesn’t keep you warm.