2010's FASHION IS BACK? rating & restyling Pretty Little Liars fashion crimes!

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the doors mike’s mic has opened… that’s right it’s time for an unhinged recap of the fashion crimes pretty little liars committed with some of the most hated 2010’s fashion trends. with the trend cycle moving so fast, is this what our future holds?! don’t worry, i'm restyling rather than recreating.
anyway, this is my favourite video i've made in a long time so i hope you enjoy it too!
outfit details;
~intro~
lace top - thrifted (brand - rockmans)
bolero - thrifted (brand - ‘fashions u love’ ? lol)
skirt - brandy melville
tights - melbourne central ground floor
necklace - thrifted
~aria montgomery~
red top - vintage (brand - lushous)
checkerboard crop - vintage (brand - odyssey)
skirt - dk (bought 4 years ago, don’t support)
tights - asos | similar - bit.ly/3DGPic8
shoes - devil inspired | bit.ly/3qVyC9e
leopard coat - missguided (super old) similar - bit.ly/3f3oitc
furry headband - asos | similar - bit.ly/3Ly0f1v
bag - yesstyle | bit.ly/2YN6dF7
choker - lovisa
tie skirt - diy
top - thrifted
sleeves - thrifted
boots - koi footwear | similar - bit.ly/3Uu6Dek
bag - thrifted
belt - thrifted
necklace - luv is true | bit.ly/3BsMm06
~emily fields~
denim skirt - thrifted (brand - seven love jeans)
henley tee - target | similar - bit.ly/3UpUwip
lace top (worn underneath) - yesstyle | bit.ly/3iYSFxM
boots - docs
denim jacket - thrifted (brand - vg jeans)
flannel shirt - mixxmix
zip hoodie - thrifted (brand - bum jeans & co)
blue tank - yesstyle (worn backwards)
cargos - depop (brand - target)
sneakers - mlb store korea
bag - thrifted
~hanna marin~
skort - tigermist | bit.ly/3UrvVdb
top - princess polly | bit.ly/3qW50bW
blazer - nasty gal | similar - bit.ly/3Sm6VCd
heels - asos | bit.ly/3dvI4Nv
necklace - thrifted
purple jacket - princess polly | bit.ly/3R0Ub2I
knee high boots - thrifted
shoulder bag - thrifted
white floral dress - mixxmix
jacket - thrifted (brand - gag? lol okay)
chunky sandals - windsor smith | bit.ly/3i7FrAh
belt - thrifted
~mona vanderwaal~
bow top - ledin | bit.ly/3xIffo6
long sleeve - yesstyle | bit.ly/3qRKYzk
printed pants - verge girl
beret - thrifted
heels - betts
necklace - ohtnyc | bit.ly/34COmWI
~alison dilaurentis~
yellow dress worn as top - old missguided
denim skirt - tiger mist
heels - betts | bit.ly/3Si0xMg
butterfly necklace - yesstyle | bit.ly/3BZn3Ey
butterfly clips - cheap shop
~spencer hastings~
brown boots - asos | bit.ly/3S3xCMb
skirt - thrifted (brand - sabo)
button up - thrifted (brand - tengdahl?)
vest - yesstyle | bit.ly/3kBub1q
hat - yesstyle | bit.ly/2W0ysyN
messanger bag - yesstyle | bit.ly/3rreyLl
stripe jacket - thrifted (brand - marc jacobs)
vest - thrifted (brand - showgirl)
plaid skirt - ledin | bit.ly/3BVbKx4
grey skirt - stylenanda
top - thrifted (brand - valley girl)
stripe scarf - thrifted
leather blazer - thrifted (brand - calenzano)
tights - princess polly | bit.ly/3hTTklK
loafers - asos | similar - bit.ly/3xHI9EF
let me know your ranking of the girls and their outfits!
thanks for watching xx
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[@avasilvestre3844]

It’s kind of scary how fast trends are changing these days because of TikTok. Theres not even enough time to enjoy and wear out a fashion trend before a host of new ones pop up. It’s giving me such whiplash… we just started the y2k throwbacks and already 2010’s is here? It cant be good for the environment for fast fashion and consumers to have to keep up 😬 Edit: I do have my own personal style and only occasionally dip into trends. My comment was more for people who only follow trends and can only afford fast fashion brands, like teenagers.

[@doobie1414]

i agree with the fast fasion but style circles going fast has created now a point where the majority of clothing is considered fashion and that is pretty cool

[@00Mali00]

Well, you dont have to 😅

[@avasilvestre3844]

@@00Mali00 Nobody does. Thats the great part about free will. But I also know that a lot of people follow trends and that’ll take a toll on the environment when everything they buy this year from Shein goes to waste bc theres an entire new set of trends next year. You know?

[@hannahthereseavila1565]

We're still doing y2k. The fashion industry is still operating on a normal trend cycle. 2010s fashion won't be popular for another 10 yrs. The term microtrends or the trend cycle moving too fast is just fast fashion. People buying a lot of fast fashion. Only wearing them once. And not wearing them again.

[@jessicawalton4690]

I still wear the same skinny jeans i have had since the 2010s so i guess I’m in fashion 😂

[@wearepublic]

I was convinced we were the same age, and being 16 in 2011 when everyone dressed like they worked in an office like Hanna :')

[@stealthespotlight_]

ahh we are around the same age but I swear people here only ever wore denim shorts lol

[@teawithleia]

I can't believe those girls discussed Aria having the worst style. Her style was my favourite alongside Hanna's grunge phase. But those two were also my favourite so I might be biased 🤭 I love the tie skirt you made! It's iconic ♡

[@EvlNabiki]

I honestly do *not* want the 2010s fashion to come back, we're literally only 2 years into the new decade, i would argue the trauma is too fresh... like even tiktokers have *had* to be alive in the 2010s... that said, your take on them made some of the trends palatable, reminded me of some styling from Sassy (for Emily) and 90s Ralph Lauren (for Spencer)

[@oliviaann9946]

agreed. weren't we doing y2k like five minutes ago? the rate at which the internet is cycling through trands these days is absolutely terrifying and also unsustainable (both mentally and of course for the environment.)

[@That2004Artist]

I'm so glad someone mentioned this- mind you, people can do what they want, but I'm surprised I don't see more people mentioning that the 2010s just ended 👀 👀

[@lorenaterene1991]

But the thing is it takes long time between the 'this decade is coming back' talk and the style actually becoming mainstream. The 2000 are coming back since like 2016.

[@fairypenguinss]

Hanna's outfits remind me a lot of how the OG beauty gurus used to dress! Very Elle and Blair lol

[@finesite1459]

When you mentioned Rory Gilmore, it made me want to see a Gilmore Girls lookbook - it'd be perfect for the autumn season!

[@reignfrench1580]

Although my favorite Hanna era was the grunge faze, I feel like her true style was represented after the time jump (simpler, girly, with lots of labels). Also, let me know if its just me but, now that I look at it Mona dressed just like Aria just in a more girly color pallet( lots of layers, statement jewelry, loud colors and prints)

[@teganyao2414]

This video made me realize how much potential 2010s fashion has; I’m super excited to see how it will evolve over the next few years. Also, the outfits are perfect as usual

[@my-name-is-faith]

aria's style was so me when it was airing, but spencer's reigns supreme. it's pretty classic & timeless comparatively

[@styleaddict13]

Wow you killed that Mona look!! She defo wore a beret more than once. Also, your inspo pics for Aria show that in 2022 she would be a fricking style icon! Maybe we shouldn’t have judged her so badly 😅

[@muscular-lr6er]

I wouldn't mind seeing 2010s fashion return. It takes me back to my teenage years. I graduated in 2014.The issue is that it is too soon for that era. I had hoped to see it again in the 2030s.

[@emmasutton2688]

All the outfits were incredible and amazing. Katie always does such an amazing job at creating outfits that are inspiring.The pretty liars outfits were amazing.

[@stealthespotlight_]

aww thank you so much!! glad you like them 💜

[@starstruck_sims]

i'm kinda sad that the fashion of my older teen years were spent trying to be business casual 24/7 lol. i prefer the fun colors and patterns of the 2000s (just hated the low rise lol) and i wish i'd spent the early 2010s wearing fun fashion instead of trying to look like i worked in an office, yknow? that being said, i LOVE your looks and i wouldn't mind if the fashion came back like this lol. but let's wait at LEAST a few more years please 😭

[@em6644]

Right! What happened to the 20 year rule. I feel like calling it fast fashion is no longer cutting it, things have sped up so much more!

[@nikemaraje5]

Low Rise look so good tho

[@powerfulsoul]

Spencer was always my fav liar and her style always felt the most timeless to me which is why i always gravitated towards her outfits for inspo, even though i failed miserably considering i was 1. like 10 years old and 2. had no money lmao anyways, you did a wonderful job with this video!

[@noellemly]

wait i’m actually obsessed with that alison yellow dress as a cardigan look

[@meganvivians6694]

aria had the best outfits PERIOD. If anyone remembers that episode where she wore bell bottoms, that's how I knew, aria is THAT girl

[@slowsnailing]

WHAT THEY SAYING ABOUT MY GIRL ARIA???? All she did was slay??? Literally her fashion was so iconic and influenced me soooooo much. I used to be so excited just to see what she'd wear every episode. And i would stalk those asseenontv fashion sites to try to find the items she wore and where they were from. I remember being OBSESSED with this one top, and i finally found it and almost managed to buy it but it sold out before i could. it haunts me. For anyone wondering it's the line & dot top she wore in the ep where she tried to seduce ezra in the office. So many sleepless nights over that top lmao. Also anyone remember the lace bodysuit all the characters wore when getting ~sexy~ they just like passed it around lolllll. ALSO 1000% DOWN FOR AN ARIA CENTRIC VIDEO. Edit: also just remembered the time she wore lime green platform heels when i saw those it took me OUT

[@blossomtheopossum]

I still hunt for Aria and Hanna pieces!

[@theprettyoftheodd7997]

The tie skirt was so cuteee!!!😩 Shoutout to the Aria girlies💅 Stay away from your teachers!!! Wooo the first Spencer outfit was definitely good for the Hoedown episode I think the plaid skirt and the gray & black were much more Spencer

[@kristinalindsey23]

Now I have GOT to rewatch pretty little liars. Aria and Spencer were dressed way better than I thought. On the flip side, Hanna and Allison weren’t giving what I thought they were lmao

[@courtneyspiers256]

I think you did Mona's outfit just perfectly!! Some of my favourite episodes were ones that had some sort of event or school dance. I loved seeing how unique each character's dress was and how it somewhat reflected their personality. Aria always killed it with her dresses. Also loved seeing their halloween costumes

[@Maggz850]

I like the Alison look you came up with. The actress found out she had PCOS and with her weight gain they clearly didn’t know how to style her so she ended up looking like a middle age mom at 17. Also I think that’s why her character goes from mean girl boss to easily manipulated cry baby.

[@ellienov9592]

What is POCS, if you don't mind me asking?

[@Maggz850]

@@ellienov9592 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. To my understanding it causes weight gain, an increased production of male sex hormones which helps increased hair growth in places males would typically grow hair (chin, upper lip), trouble with fertility, irregular/constant bleeding (I.e having your period for weeks or months at a time), and more. It’s a very difficult thing to deal with but a lot of women have it. Also according to my research there are different types of PCOS and you’re more likely to have it if your mother or sister have it.

[@hanini_booklover]

'Cosplaying as someone going to Paris' is actually the perfect description of Mona considering I'm pretty sure she could speak some French as she was part of that French group at school and of course the season finale in Paris. Overall, you nailed the Mona outfit

[@thepandoricaoffandomsbacku7349]

Oh my god that restyle for mona was chef’s kiss! Can definitely see her in it

[@thesavingsorceress]

YES! Aria was my style inspiration back in the day, and I’m so excited to revisit and update these looks. I love the idea of giving whimsigoth outfits a bit of an Aria spin. Your looks inspired by her are perfect. I know her style isn’t for everyone, but I am so ready for it to come back!

[@claracatlady9844]

If 2010 fashion comes back I’ll loose my will to live. That being said I like your modernised versions (except for the Hannah looks but they are hard to redeem let’s be honest)

[@stealthespotlight_]

omg I was really going through it trying to find an outfit for Hanna 🥲

[@brocoliana]

katie 😭😭😭 ur hair looks so pretty in this!!! and i loved the outfit too omg looking better than ever luv!!

[@noface____]

i dont care that the hannah looks are not really her but im dying for the green and purple ensamble 😍 man, being in high school in the early 2010s was a wild ride. i still remember the chunky statement necklaces 🫠

[@klynnanjel809]

That Mona outfit omg! Love it! And honestly love Allison outfit I think it is the perfect modern twist on what she would wear as the "it girl". Unfortunately I do remember people dressing exactly like hana did back then.

[@emrencejanes9607]

I loved all of the outfits, I think you nailed but I would love to see more accessories like going more in depth with the jewelry b/c Aria's signature jewelry was like random objects for earrings I remember...😂

[@ChelseyFuredi]

On the topic of restyling 2010s fashion, it would be so cool to see you restyle outfits from your very first video!!

[@alirene7111]

5:18 I'm obsessed with the tie-skirt and the whole outfit, especially in combination with your hair color! chefs kiss ❤

[@caitlinw1967]

the DIY tie skirt is kinda everything. love the colours you collected too

[@userxxxxx00099]

i'm more of an aria girl but i looove spencer's outfits, maybe you could do a "horsegirl/boarding school" inspired video! (or tiktok aesthetics in general)

[@RStrazzer2010]

I love how cozy these videos feel. They really calm me down

[@I_Vetta]

The "highs and lows" pun was genius ahaha

[@spreest9537]

Look, I'm a Spencer girlie through and through in my own style, but your favorite was your Mona moment. Loved that combo. I was also digging the yellow wrap dress moment. This is such an awesome video, I always enjoy your content!

[@darkraven2116]

As soon as the argyle and sweater vests came back last year, I thought of Spencer! She has that perfect "preppy" look that I hope will always stay in style.

[@deannbean]

your styling abilities are truly magical! I'm in awe. The way you styled that Rory Gilmore jacket was mind blowing! At first i was like "that's a no", but then you added accessories and it all made sense

[@livtaylor665]

Katie! I'm obsessed with this vid. You really knocked it out of the park. Fr my fave fashion girly.

[@fawneyeslambheart]

ah i was just thinking about the fashion in pretty little liars! im so excited to watch this♡

[@pedrodelrio382]

You absolutely rocked every single style, I'm impressed! I desperately need a part 2 now or something, because I think you could absolutely do so much more with each character. I think my favorite looks were Aria's and Spencer's, especially the former's-the tie skirt outfit looked amazing, even better than hers in the show. I do think Hanna's looks were falling a little behind, and you yourself said she was the hardest to crack, but I still think you achieved it with the first look. Anyways, absolutely loved it; your ability to layer is impeccable and so cute/chic. Congratulations!

[@laurenmaldonado120]

Katie you never miss!!!! I get new inspiration every time I watch your videos.

[@rafaelaoliveira3724]

I'm completely obsessed with our Spencer brown and blue look, it's gorgeous! I'm going to try replicate this!

[@hannahjuliot7313]

Suuuch an amazing video!! This was so fun! The Mona outfit was spot on, and agree I think Aria was always my favorite as far as style!

[@wordsbygemm]

Loved this! You did such a good job coming up with outfits!

[@Ivi942]

I really love ur intro/explaining look in this vid!! With the red cami and stuff - the curly hair suits you sooo much!

[@brendarobles6406]

You always come up with such great outfits!! Loved it.

[@CynthiaBonacum]

Yay so excited for this! These videos bring me so much comfort

[@stealthespotlight_]

yayy makes me so happy to hear that!! hope you enjoy 🫶

[@laurapantoja4972]

you'd be amazing as a costume designer for any tv show! you always impress me with your creative and unique restyling options! I love it 💖

[@emb1993]

I always enjoy watching your videos girl you're on point all the time!

[@chickensrneat]

the outfit with the purple bomber jacket was SOOOOOO CUTE ! also i love how you did your makeup in this video it really compliments your hair colour so well

[@kodymcnodywody]

Omg i love this video!!! also Katie if you havent already you NEED to watch heartbreak high, the outfits in that are amazing especially the outfits Quinni wears its just so good!!

[@carriesnaps3508]

Omg this was such a fun video! Spencer is my favourite liar (+Mona) and her style is also my favourite! I think you did justice to all the girls, even Alison (which turned out to be my favourite look) 😊

[@mahi93162]

this is so fun and interesting! I love Spencer's preppy style, it's so cute and I love that preppy fashion is trending again

[@Melons.lol25]

luuuuuv luv PLL this was so fun to watch! i think its time to rewatch the show for the 492729th time🥰

[@graceleathers5970]

I’ve never watched the show, but here for your looks!

[@auditionvideo7553]

Katie, you look EXTRA stunning in this video!! your smile is radiant 😭🙌🥺

[@matildeduarte1227]

i love how u can make the 2010’s fashion so much better and elevated :))

[@nessafrankenstein]

i’m not actually mad at 2010s fashion making a comeback i love seeing different ways people put their own spin on different eras of fashion

[@stealthespotlight_]

honestly i think we’ve learnt from our mistakes so the modern spin could end up being quite fun!

[@TheMegaOla]

Oh my God Katie, you look incredible in this hairstyle!! I literally cannot imagine better hairstyle for you

[@itzelportillo10]

I love Pretty Little Liars omgg and the fashion I thought was iconic and idk the girls slayed and I take inspiration from them so much in the fall!

[@anu_mov]

love love loved this video! been watching pll lately and i was shocked at how some of the stuff is already coming back (but trends are kind of overrated anyway!). great job as always katie!! ❤

[@theesereneone28]

i am truly amazed by the tie skirt. it's really beautiful!

[@lisalis5877]

Love your modern take on the styles! Your Aria outfits were my favorite. 🖤❤️ I also really liked the Emily 2022 outfit with the long demin jacket as well as the last Spencer/Rory Gilmore at Yale outfit.

[@blytheterry9439]

this has elevated my week immensely

[@jellyfishwitch]

Resurrect anything you want Katie I would love to see it!! Also loved all the outfits but the last one for Spender was my absolute favorite and it looked so good on you !!

[@LaceyMyriah]

I have been WAITING with bated breath for a 2010s style video from you!! “Emily had the sporty tomboy vibe *forced upon her*.” That made me giggle. Okay but to the meat of it. I definitely fancied myself the Hannah style-wise, at the time, but honestly more later season Jenny Humphrey. Maybe it’s just because I was in college when the mains from GG were in college, but I feel like GG was the more refined, less cringe-trendy, more expensive version of the fashion at the time and therefore has aged a bit better (in my eyes). It also was a bit more impactful in my own wardrobe and style since it was just less costumey, overall. I definitely am with others when it comes to feeling old as this fashion has a resurgence - but I literally think that’s because it’s only been just over 10 years since this shit was trending! Not even, really. We’re used to fashion moving in these 20 year cycles and now that it is moving so much faster, it can feel strange. But - on the other hand - the cycles moving faster has seemed to blur everything together & it feels easier now to wear whatever the hell you want, and I love that. Some of these silhouettes of that time I love & still (and have continually done so) incorporate into my wardrobe, and some just make me shiver lol. I can do without the neon “Aztec” print & gigantic fake plastic jewel necklaces, thank you. Edit: I’m hoping you’ll make a short series out of this! I’d love to see Gossip Girl, Vampire Diaries/the Originals, etc. (I just looked at a list of the top shows of 2011 & didn’t realize how many were based on Vampires & Werewolves - but this was the Twilight era so idk why that surprised me either lol)

[@natsukimomoi334]

I'm happy it's coming back cause the fashion of those years is really cute.

[@tirzxh]

anyone else OBSESSED w katie’s hair?? she looks so beautiful💗

[@ainsleywithnobrains]

The outfit at 16:00 is STUNNING oh my god. I never was a fan of late 2000s early 2010s fashion, and some of the screenshots of the show emphasize my point. But Katie, yet again, looks fantastic in all of them~

[@Jiji-slove]

Love all the outfits! My fav is mona's inspired outfit and hanna's one

[@zialatertulip]

Hey Katie, I’d love to see a dedicated video on Aria amongst the mess of some of her outfits she served some cute grunge looks ❤

[@HeckYeahNicky]

Ah this is so good! My sister and I just started binge watching it

[@bangchan5388]

you look stunning in that yellow dress !!! loved the video as always💖💖

[@blytheterry9439]

this is my favorite video on youtube still

[@cloudyyybear]

You're hair looks so good omg, love the waves :)))

[@bece00]

THE TIE SKIRRTTT!! i love the colors you chose!!! 😭

[@skedaddlebaker]

Loved this video! Your looks are just iconic and you give me so much inspiration! When I watched PLL I always thought Aria was the most stylish, and Spencer the least 😆 definitely cool to look back on them with fresh eyes

[@jadeypeach]

Currently rewatching the show and Spencer’s outfits are soooo cute. When pll came out, I dressed very similar to Aria and still love a lot of her outfits but now that I’m almost 30 (woah) I dress a lot like Spencer 🫣

[@andie6766]

omg I just noticed the pentagon love or take album on your shelf! AAAAAAAAAA OMG I'M A UNIVERSE TOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@ileanamartinez3623]

the pink hair truly suits you so much I love it!

[@chloedidathing6229]

i will be recreating the outfit you were wearing while narrating throughout the video. it was so cute!!! i would love to see a "what I've been wearing recently" video!!

[@AliDoisRead]

this video is award worthy, thank you for your contribution to the pll movement 👏😭

[@oobietheboobie]

I've been dreading the comeback but THIS is excellence

[@Ana-du8pq]

Katie your talent is inmensurable

[@Emo_Minecraft_Parodies]

girl i lovee your hair, and the red lip?? soo slay

[@CestLimee]

Oh we were definitely wearing cropped blazers in middle and high school. Everyone had them - popular, nerd, band, emo, etc. It’s really weird looking back, but it’s true.

[@mybaelam]

KATIE THIS OUTFIT AND HAIR ON YOU IS SO PRETTY YOU LOOK SO NICE

[@agneskoury2568]

The outfit and THE HAIR in the intro were also a m a z i n g

[@Lara-sc15]

please keep doing these restyling videos!!

[@axica5434]

I looove the outfits for Spencer! Now I really wanna see you try Twee outfits!

[@hollygeorge4688]

Yes Katie. It is time to resurrect the paper boy cap. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@lexigrace1225]

i’ve been rewatching pll recently too and i loooove almost all of spencer’s looks!! you did so good recreating them, i got so much inspo!! aria occasionally has some cute looks too but everyone else is lowkey such a mess, especially in the later seasons 😭 starting with season 3 they somehow completely destroyed hanna’s style imo and she’s supposed to be one of the most fashionable ones!

[@alexandrapowell5933]

You look so much like Ashley Benson omg!! You always kill it mam these were amazing ☺️

[@chlo130]

i was obsessed with arias tie skirt when i first watched pll, i made my own too and i still have it !!! it was super easy to make if youve got a sewing machine so i definitely recommend making one yourself, mine gets so many compliments :D

[@chlo130]

lmao got further into the video and saw that you did !! looks amazing 🥰🥰

[@konpulsiv]

Love the video and you definitely made the most of it, Katie! But truth be told, I'm really not ready to embrace 2010s fashion just yet 😵‍💫 It's just so... underwhelming!

[@faycoleman9023]

When you made the high low pun I laughed/cringed so hard lol! it wasn't cute then I'm disappointed it's coming back.

[@ambercolvin8937]

I never stopped wearing the newsboy cap, if Andy from DWP wore it, it’s timeless❤️

[@alexandria3583]

i love arias tie skirt, it reminds me of that skirt you showed with the pleats

[@peppermintspice5873]

My favorite one was the yellow and blue denim skirt!