The 90s are back, and so is Rachel Green’s iconic style
September 30, 2026 · 4
Cargo pants are back
If you spent your Friends marathons wishing you owned every outfit Rachel Green ever wore, we're basically the same person. Jennifer Aniston brought Rachel to life as the ultimate girl-next-door on the hit show, and her closet full of minimal, designer-heavy pieces is one we're still trying to recreate today.
Rachel had it all: the glossy blowout, the effortless-but-memorable outfits, and a roster of designers lining up to dress her. She was a style icon then, and honestly, she still is.
Below, we're breaking down her best looks and recreating them with our favourite brands, because the 90s aren't just back, they're sticking around for A/W26.
A few notes on what changed: tightened the run-on sentences, fixed the apostrophe on "Green's," smoothed the awkward "not the same" line into something that reads more naturally, cut some of the redundant phrasing (like "true style icon (and still is in our eyes)"), and gave the ending a punchier close. The tone stays fun and conversational, just cleaner.
Plaid
Plaid never really goes away, but we're always looking for an excuse to dig back into our Friends outfit inspo, and this time it's delivered the office chic we've been searching for.
A fitted, A-line plaid midi skirt is going straight on our Christmas wishlist. There are endless ways to style it, but naturally, Rachel Green's take is our favourite. Pair it with a bright high-neck top and layer your winter warmers over the top for the perfect casual office fit.
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Mango Women's Check Midi Skirt – Brown | Very, £40
Bright Green Twisted Open Back Slinky Sleeveless Top | New Look, £8 (Sale item so prices may fluctuate)
Cargo
Feeling confident enough to go low-rise? Even better, that's the trend right now. But if you'd rather keep things comfortable for layering through Autumn/Winter, look for a pair with an elasticated waist instead.
Cargos strike that sweet spot between comfortable and structured, and right now we're loving these Women's Baggy Parachute Pants in Olive Night | Superdry UK. They pair perfectly with a fitted, formal top for a smart-casual look, or work just as well styled down for everyday wear. This baggy silhouette also looks great with a fitted, cropped jacket, so don't be afraid to experiment with proportions.
If a fitted cargo suits your shape better, balance it out with an oversized jumper for the reverse effect. For something with a bit more structure, try these Dark Khaki Barrel Leg Utility Cargo Trousers | New Look, £29.99.
Bootcut
We're thrilled this trend is making a comeback: bootcut is one of the most flattering, forgiving styles out there, no matter your shape, and it works across so many different fabrics.
This vacation-ready look of Rachel's actually nails three of-the-moment trends at once: the chunky flatform sandal, the bootcut trouser, and the effortless throw-on cardigan that ties the whole outfit together.
Steal the look
Bershka Bootcut trousers in grey | ASOS, £27.99
Sheer Cashmere Long Cardigan – Navy | ALOMelissa thong platforms in turtle / black | ASOS, £80
LBD
A cute mini with a cut that skims your figure in all the right places is exactly what you should be looking for in an LBD. Think a flowy skirt paired with a mandarin stand collar: sophisticated with just the right amount of edge. Look for a fit that flatters your shape and makes you feel confident, because an LBD doesn't have to be short or revealing to make an impact, plenty of people forget that. Here are a couple of options we believe will feel comfortable yet sexy for many of you:
Steal the look
ASOS DESIGN mandarin collar mini dress in black pinstripe | ASOS, £30- hands down the exact replica of the edit
womens Mandarin Sequin Mini Dress in Black Sequin | Superdry UK, £84.99
Black Floral Flocked Double Keyhole Mini Dress | New Look, £32.99
Casual layers
This dress is pure Rachel Green: effortlessly casual yet still put-together, glammed up with nothing more than a simple tee underneath. Add her iconic bouncy blowout, and the whole look gets that unmistakable glamorous edge.
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Black Big Dart Square Collar A-Form Maxi Dress with Button Closure | Debenhams £20.25
High neck
The key thing to remember with this outfit is that it's basically a formula: fitted long sleeve top + mini skirt + tights = instant date-night cuteness.
It's one of Rachel Green's most iconic looks, giving off that effortless girl-next-door charm we can't get enough of.
Steal the look
ASOS DESIGN flocked mesh drawstring detail top with flute sleeve in blue | ASOS, £22
October 13, 2026
