Love it or hate it, the Gossip Girl reboot is here and causing fashion waves from the depths of Instagram to the shallow shores of TikTok. The series kicks off several years after the original and follows estranged sisters Zoya (played by Whitney Peak) and Julien (Jordan Alexander) as they face the social media bullying served with witty one-liners by the new gang of Gossip Girls.
While many may love the OMG and WTF moments from the show, it has always been praised for its unforgettable styling. Bringing back the spark of Gossip Girl is famed for, Eric Daman takes on contemporary remixes of the show’s preppy looks.
While characters such as Jenny Humphrey may have rocked the oversized trend in the show’s original third season, Daman brings the trend back to a new era of the Upper East Side’s it-kids. Here’s a look at how you can adopt the trend to your style.
Off-duty model
Julien embodies a style typically associated with the looks worn by models when off the runway and snapped by paparazzi. The style was a huge influence on the show’s original it-girl, Serena van der Woodsen.
For the reboot, Julien makes bold statements like Adut Akech and Kaia Gerber with barely there cycling shorts and boots that would be best paired with a tunic blouse. Don’t be scared to layer up with coats and give the look an androgynous feel with masculine cut blazers. Accessories are great ways to show off with this look, so pair it with your favourite designer handbags or have fun with fanny packs to accentuate the waist.
Preppy princess
The mean girl of the show, Monet (Savannah Smith), serves tons of glamour with her opulent style. Unlike the original, Monet avoids the clunky layers and opts for chic influences. If you are a preppy princess like the character, try oversized knits with turtlenecks or tops with detailed collars. Play around with decorative earrings and necklaces or have a sophisticated spin on fun with pearls.
Power dressing
Never one too scared to steal the show, Monet also goes for bold suiting. Big sleeves and shoulders can definitely make dressing up for work more fun. While Monet’s Christopher John Rogers number might not be the best for a nine-to-five workday, go for soft colours or nude tones.
Thrifters
One of Gen Z’s defining qualities has been their love for a conscious approach to the clothes they wear. Not one for mass consumption, Zoya is a bit thriftier and opts for comfort when getting dressed. Approach a more tom-boyish flair when dressing up with baggie clothes and rethink pieces like large flannel shirts as jackets instead. Instead of handbags, you can use statement or merchandise tote bags to give your look the perfect retro finish.
Norm core
The previous Gossip Girl may have forgotten some of its male cast members, but the reboot has got the boys serving some serious style. Normcore lover Aki (Evan Mock) often goes for a slouchy laidback approach to his fashion. While this style might be a little drab, Aki uses bolder colours with boxy cuts when dressing up. Dad sneakers and high tops are your best friend for this take on style.
Queen of classics
Mirroring the old Gossip Girl style, Audrey (Emily Ailyn Lind) looks like a doll straight out of Blaire Waldorf’s closet. While the style best shines with refined gowns dresses, her take on layering shirts, sweater vests and cardigans gives her look a contemporary spin on the classical style made famous by Blair. Accessorise with bows and brooches as well as ribbons, and if you like micro trends such as cottage core you can go for frillier shirts, tunics or sweaters.
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