I’ve waited my entire adult life to watch Hilary Duff perform, so The Lucky Me Tour truly feels like What Dreams Are Made Of. After an eighteen-year hiatus from touring, the pop star is back on the road through February, with shows across the U.S. from late June through early August.
Now, what does one wear for such a momentous occasion? I recommend revisiting Hilary’s style archive. Channel your favorite album, early-2000s red carpet look, music video, or Lizzie McGuire episode.
But before you get ahead of yourself, finalize your tickets. Seats are going fast—in fact, most shows have already sold out on Hilary’s site. Thankfully, Ticketmaster and StubHub have resale tickets that are still within splurging range.
All-Out Lizzie McGuire
No, dressing like Lizzie McGuire doesn’t make you basic; it makes you a true Duffender. Everyone will know exactly what those orange platforms are a reference to, so prepare to earn compliments all night.
Cider Maxi Skirt
Cape Robbin Platform Sandals
H&M Flounced Tie-Strap Dress
Reformation Gale Satin Capri Pants
Capri Pants and Graphic Tees
Capri pants and a graphic tee were one of Hilary’s go-to outfits in the early 2000s, whether she was hosting Total Request Live or attending a movie premiere. Don’t be afraid to customize your tee by cropping it, chopping off the sleeves, or cutting out a scooped neckline.
Bella Venice Lucky Tee
Desigual Cotton Cargo Pants
Lisa Says Gah Wine Alex Tee
Aritzia Stem Capri
Steve Madden Kendrix Heeled Sandal
Funky Hats and Y2K Essentials
Hilary also wore a lot of flat, newsboy caps during the early 2000s. The key to pulling off this Y2K throwback—or another one of her go-to accessories like a pyramid stud belt—is to pair it with timeless basics and current trends.
Naked Wardrobe One-Shoulder Top
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Sneakers
Frame Studded Leather Belt
Kangol Tropic 504 Ventair Hat
Open Edit Pinstripe Driving Cap
‘Metamorphosis’ References
Hilary’s style was surprisingly grungy around the release of Metamorphosis. One of her favorite combos at the time was a simple black tank with low-rise pants, sometimes leather, sometimes topped with a chain belt.
House of CB Adara Faux Leather Pants
Free People Butterfly Effect Halter Top
Von Dutch Shoulder Bag
Zigi Valezka Knee-High Boots
‘Dignity’ Era Aesthetics
Hilary embraced boho and twee aesthetics during her Dignity era—think babydoll mini dresses, big hoops, and patent Mary Janes. Then, she added a hint of grunge with smudged black liner or a studded accessory.
O.p.t Allegra Mini Dress
Mint & Lily Lynette Large Hoop Earrings
Kate Spade New York Halo Mary Jane Pump
Chelsea28 Polka Dot Jersey Headwrap
Heaven Mayhem Cove Bangle
Sarah Maberry is a shopping editor at Hearst Magazines, covering fashion, beauty and pop culture. As a trend forecaster and fashion historian, she analyzes viral products and trends on a deeper level, helping readers find the best deals, gifts, and celebrity-worn items. When she’s not writing for ELLE, Harper’s BAZAAR, Town & Country, Esquire, Cosmopolitan and other publications, she can be found roaming the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology (her alma mater) or sewing her own couture while she binge-watches reality TV.
