if you’re revamping your wardrobe this back to school season, look no further than the o.c. for inspo. marissa cooper and summer roberts truly stamped the early 2000s with unforgettable style: think low-rise jeans, headscarves, cargo trousers, tube tops, capri pants — and yes, juicy couture velour tracksuits.
marissa and summer weren’t just tv characters, they were style icons. their wardrobes defined what we now call y2k fashion: daring midriffs, bold accessories, playful layering. summer’s polished, preppy approach contrasted with marissa’s more relaxed, grungy energy. together, they created a fashion duality that’s still relevant today.
one of the freshest trends right now is the argyle pullover, or diamond-patterned sweater. this knitwear has been seen everywhere — from friends to gilmore girls to current street style. to recreate the vibe, mix argyle sweaters with low-rise wide-leg jeans for a “summer roberts preppy” look! and don't forget the perfect jewelry.
massimo dutti, wool blend argyle knit sweater
zara, zw collection bootcut high-waist jeans
the fashion cycle is in full nostalgic mode: the o.c. isn’t just a show, it’s a mood board. whether you go full velour, edgy marissa, or polished summer, the early 2000s are giving us permission to experiment. and the argyle sweater is perhaps the most versatile anchor of this revival — timeless, preppy, and effortlessly cool.
cláudia cavaleiro the editor in chief for CINCO editorial. born in '82 in coimbra, she is graduated in philosophy from the university of coimbra. passionate about books and podcasts in a geek kind of way, she always find something interesting to research. loves to bring awareness to social problems and loves working at CINCO!
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