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‘90s Nostalgia: Channel Nia Long By Recreating This Look

Celebrity styles from decades past remain relevant even today. Shop a look that is timeless.
‘90s Nostalgia: Channel Nia Long By Recreating This Look
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By Kerane Marcellus · Updated October 30, 2023
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Nia Long’s style on and off the red carpet has always had a special place in our hearts. She’s an effortless beauty, which was the entire vibe of the ‘90s. Trends during then leaned more towards minimalism with accents of detail here and there to indicate personal style. The less is more approach can do wonders for a look with Long as the perfect example. A white halter top, dark fitted jeans, and an animal print mule are three items that you can pair together to get the actress’s ‘90s look or mix and match for other outfits. That’s the beauty of this look—the versatility. 

What we love about fashion is that it’s cyclical. Sometimes when a ‘fit is just too good, it comes back. Lucky for us, this look is one of those timeless ones that make you retrospective. If you want to channel some ‘90s style icon energy today, we suggest our top selects below. 

‘90s Nostalgia: Channel Nia Long By Recreating This Look
Nia Long (Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
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01 Fitted Ribbed Halter Top

Express’ ribbed halter is made out of spandex and rayon material for stretch and comfort. It will have you looking snatched with added support. 

Available at Express
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02
02 Nili Lotan Halter Top

This Nili Lotan selection has a cinched waist to accentuate your curves with a deeper V neckline like Long’s look. It’s made with 100% silk and is true to size. 

Available at My Theresa
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03 Old Navy Wow Loose Jeans for Women

Old Navy’s jeans sits right on your belly button. It’s made from cotton and 1% spandex for a comfortable fit. Even the stitching looks like the pair that Nia Long wore. 

Available at Old Navy
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04 Levi’s Dark Indigo Jeans

This Levi’s option is a bit more high-rise for those who don’t like lower rise jeans. The dark wash and non-stretch cotton make this pair a reliable everyday jean.

Available at Levi's
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05
05 Nine West Dipa Heeled Leopard Slide Sandals

Nine West is taking cues from the ‘90s this season. The knot detail and animal print is exactly what makes this an elevated basic.

Available at Nine West
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06
06 Stuart Weitzman Tia 75 Sandal

The texture on this Stuart Weitzman sandal is our favorite detail. The print goes throughout the 3.5” heel, making it a stand-out shoe.

Available at Zappos
180 Shop Now
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