Little Fires Everywhere's Costumes Are '90s Inspired
Little Fires Everywhere Is Full of '90s-Inspired Style That'll Take You Back in Time
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When we heard Celeste Ng's 2017 bestseller Little Fires Everywhere was being turned into a short series on Hulu, we knew the screen style would be one to watch. (Especially since the show is produced by Hollywood heavy hitters Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington, who also play the lead characters.) Set in 1997 in a conservative Ohio suburb called Shaker Heights, the show follows the lies that begin to unravel after the affluent Richardson family meets a newly arrived single parent Mia, played by Kerry, and her teenage daughter Pearl.
Costume designer Lyn Paolo helped bring the '90s to life by styling the characters in a mix of vintage/archival pieces for the show. Reese Witherspoon, who plays Elena Richardson on the show, is often seen in preppy styles like chambray dresses and cardigans paired with pearl necklaces. Think about Reese's fashion line Draper James, and you'll totally get the vibe.
Meanwhile, Kerry Washington's style is a complete 180 from her on-screen counterpart Mia. Mia's wardrobe is full of vintage band tees and high-waisted jeans. Even the teenagers on the show are giving us major nostalgia with shirred tops and the classic '90s look consisting of denim overalls and plaid shirts tied around the waist. Ahead, we've rounded up some of the best looks from the show and shopped out similar pieces if you're feeling inspired.
1 Elena Richardson
Reese Witherspoon, who plays Elena Richardson, stays true to her personal style aesthetic on the show. She's seen in preppy pieces like chambray dresses, chic cardigans, and pearl necklaces throughout the episodes.
2 Draper James Denim Shift Dress
3 Brinker & Eliza Luna Necklace
4 Everlane The Cropped Alpaca Cardigan
5 Mia Warren
Kerry Washington, who plays Mia Warren, has a more casual style than her on-screen counterpart Elena. Think vintage David Bowie band tees, ribbed shirts, and jeans with back pocket embroidery.
6 Nicholas Zia Ribbed Henley Sweater
7 AGOLDE Nico High Rise Slim in Virtue
8 161Madeworn David Bowie American Tour '78 Tee in Coal
9 UO Ribbed Cropped Tank Top
10 Lexie Richardson
The Richardson's eldest daughter Lexi, who is played by Jade Pettyjohn, is seen in classic '90s schoolgirl pieces like Steve Madden platforms, beaded necklaces, and plaid miniskirts.
11 ASOS DESIGN high neck half zip top in rib with long sleeve
ASOS DESIGN high neck half zip top in rib with long sleeve ($14, originally 29.)
12 Steve Madden Kareena black flatform sandal
13 UO Trixie Plaid Tweed Mini Skirt
14 Izzy Richardson
Megan Stott plays the Richardson's youngest Izzy on the show. Her style steers more towards grunge '90s looks like floral slip dresses, choker necklaces, and denim overalls with plaid shirts tied around the waist.
15 HVN Atlanta Printed Woven-Silk Knee-Length Dress
16 Anthropologie Pilcro Painters Denim Overalls
17 Shein Buttoned Flap Pocket Front Plaid Coat
18 Pearl Warren
Pearl Warren, who is played by Lexi Underwood, has similar rock 'n' roll style tendencies as her mother Mia on the show. She's often seen in shirred tops, ripped denim cutoffs, and sneakers.
