Whether you sported adolescent pigtails to channel Baby Spice, much like Blake Lively [1], or you were insistent that everything be "posh," there's no denying the Spice Girls' effect on our coming-of-age dressing. They introduced wearable personas, encouraged platform trainers, and played chameleons of style, as we mimicked with '90s sportswear, dark lips, and low waists. Any true Spice Girls fan will admit that their urge to mirror these iconic idols [2] is still in there, somewhere.
In the interest of helping you do so, we've matched five iconic outfits with modern day equivalents, aiding you in dressing like your favourite spice in a millennial world. Read on to spice up your life — and your wardrobe. We like to call her Miss "Gen Z."
"Scary Spice," Melanie Brown
Theory Spaghetti Strap Dress
Theory Spaghetti Strap Dress [4] (£492)
Isabel Marant Mr Teke Gold Tone Shell Necklace
Isabel Marant Mr Teke Gold Tone Shell Necklace [5] (£60)
"Baby Spice," Emma Bunton
Self-Portrait One-Shoulder Guipure-Lace Mini Dress
Self-Portrait One-Shoulder Guipure-Lace Mini Dress [6] (£290)
Ash Addict Chunky Runner Style Trainers
Ash Addict Chunky Runner Style Trainers [7] (£225)
"Ginger Spice," Geri Halliwell
PrettyLittleThing Mid Blue Wash Check Denim Jacket
PrettyLittleThing Mid Blue Wash Check Denim Jacket [8] (£30) and PrettyLittleThing Mid Blue Wash Check Denim Skirt [9] (£20)
& Other Stories Crescent Moon Necklace
& Other Stories Crescent Moon Necklace [10] (£17)
"Posh Spice," Victoria Beckham
Milly Floral Eyelet Bustier Dress
Milly Floral Eyelet Bustier Dress [11] (£336)
Asos Design Chain Bracelet with Tortoiseshell Links
Asos Design Chain Bracelet with Tortoiseshell Links [12] (£8)
"Sporty Spice," Melanie Brown
& Other Stories Cropped Crewneck Sweater
& Other Stories Cropped Crewneck Sweater [13] (£45)
Topshop Popper Mini Kilt
Topshop Popper Mini Kilt [14] (£29)