The enduring style inspiration of Friends’ Rachel Green
Jennifer Aniston may have been a 90’s and Y2K style muse, but her on-screen looks as Rachel Green in ‘Friends’ were equally as fashion-forward.
By Ella Sangster
WHEN IT COMES to ’90s and Y2K style inspiration, no fictional character has been admired quite like Rachel Green.
Jennifer Aniston’s Friends character was as lauded just as much for her impeccable style as she was for her wit and charm (and her hair, which was so popular that the cut was aptly named after her).
Since the show officially ended in 2004, Rachel’s outfits have found a home among the Pinterest boards of Millenials and Gen-Z fashion fans alike, proving that her style transcends both generations and decades and is an enduring source of sartorial inspiration.
From glamorous date night outfits to her casual cool moments, scroll on for 12 of Rachel’s looks that are still just as stylish today.
Rachel Green’s best fashion moments
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The One With the Thumb
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SEASON 1, EPISODE 3
In The One With the Thumb
The simple graphic tee, the perfectly cut mum jeans and the baseball cap are just *chefs kiss*.
2
The One Where The Monkey Gets Away
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SEASON 1, EPISODE 19
In The One Where The Monkey Gets Away
A tartan skirt and turtle neck is a style combination that endures.
3
The One Where Ross and Rachel… You Know
3
SEASON 2, EPISODE 15
In The One Where Ross and Rachel… You Know
Pairing a black mini skirt and tights with a sunny pastel top is the perfect way to inject some colour into your autumn wardrobe.
4
The One Where No One’s Ready
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SEASON 3, EPISODE 2
In The One Where No One’s Ready
From casual to classy, Rachel could do it all, as proven by this stunning mint number.
P.S. If you’re feeling inspired, you can actually purchase a dupe of this dress here.
5
The One With the Metaphorical Tunnel
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SEASON 3, EPISODE 4
In The One With the Metaphorical Tunnel
Plaid pants and a baby tee is an outfit formula that transcends.
6
The One With the Dollhouse
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SEASON 3, EPISODE 20
In The One With the Dollhouse
Business casual never looked so cool.
7
The One With Rachel’s New Dress
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SEASON 3, EPISODE 20
In The One With Rachel’s New Dress
If the modern it-girls have taught us anything, it’s that lingerie is not just for the afterparty. Rachel Green was ahead of the curb, rocking this boudoir dress before it was cool.
8
The One with Ross’s Wedding: Part 1
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SEASON 4, EPISODE 23
In The One with Ross’s Wedding: Part 1
When your ex is getting married, dressing to the nines — in a paisley satin slip dress — is a sure-fire way to boost your spirits. The slip is a 90’s and Y2K sartorial staple that is still as effortlessly chic today.
9
The One That Could Have Been
9
SEASON 6, EPISODE 15
In The One That Could Have Been
Rachel had a Devil Wears Prada moment in a glamorous pink coat and white maxi skirt.
10
The One Where Paul’s The Man
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SEASON 6, EPISODE 22
In The One Where Paul’s The Man
The cargo pant, cropped tank top and oversized shirt is a combo beloved by modern it-girls such as Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner.
11
The One With Rachel’s Assistant
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SEASON 7, EPISODE 4
In The One With Rachel’s Assistant
It only makes sense that she can pull off green on green.
12
The One With Phoebe’s Rats
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SEASON 9, EPISODE 12
In The One With Phoebe’s Rats
Layering a crisp shirt under a vest was all the rage at the turn of the century and remains a chic go-to today.
