In Honor of the Reunion Special: All the Iconic Outfits From ‘Laguna Beach’ You Probably Forgot About
“I’m coming clean.” —me to my therapist re: my obsession with this show.
Let's go back. Back to the beginning. Back to when the earth, the sun, the stars all aligned. AKA the year 2004, when MTV blessed our collective lives with Laguna Beach, or if you want to be fancy, Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County.
This show ushered in a new era of highly-produced reality television and some (me) might argue that it deserved to win multiple Emmys based on the outfits alone. Pretty sure Lauren "But My Friends Call Me LC" Conrad is the reason I spent my formative years layering three different tank tops on top of each other. That’s all I'm saying.
And while Laguna Beach's younger, hotter sister, The Hills, usually takes most of the credit for iconic aughts reality TV fashion due to the sartorial genius that is Heidi Montag (don't question me!), the fashion on Laguna Beach was just as good. Like, have you seen Trey's collection of baseball hats? Does the sheer number of UGGs on that show mean nothing to you?!
In honor of The Reunion: Laguna Beach special (which is now available to watch exclusively on the Roku Channel!), I've gathered here today a roundup of the most iconic outfits from Laguna Beach that you probably forgot about. Unless these ’fits have been seared in your memory for all time, in which case, congratulations: You're thriving. And it goes without saying that this list mostly focuses on seasons 1 and 2 due to the fact that season 3 just wasn't the same without Lauren Conrad and Kristin Cavallari.
When Lo Planned the Black and White Party
Is this a teenage girl planning a party or a PTA mom taking notes? Verdict is still out.
When Everyone Took This Important Trip to M.A.C
Core memory unlocked: dropping into MAC, pretending you wanted to buy something, getting a free makeover, buying literally nothing.
When Jessica Got Confused About Cabbage
A seminal moment in television, made all the more powerful thanks to Kristin's signature choker.
When Trey Wore..Whatever This Is
Anna Wintour is screaming, crying, throwing up.
When Stephen Busted Out His Fashion Bracelet
I mean, wearing a button-down embroidered shirt without a massive leather bracelet would just be weird.
When Lo Wore a Knee-Length Denim Skirt
Scared to reveal I kinda want this :(
When the Whole Crew Dressed Appropriately for Cabo
Lauren's commitment to spring break-appropriate beachwear is truly inspiring.
When Lauren Double Layered Tanks
An era where jeans were so low that tank tops had to do all the work for them.
When Trey Wore a Tiny Baby Belt on His Arm
His mind.
When Everyone Dressed Up for Prom
Everyone's so obsessed with aughts style, yet no one is brave enough to bring back giant plastic hair flowers.
When Morgan Wore This V. Sensible Camping Outfit
I also make this face when I camp, so I get it.
When Lauren Busted Out Khaki Peddle-Pushers to Sit in a Sink
Haven't used the term "peddle-pushers" since 2002 and would prefer to never do so again.
When Stephen Felt the Need to Wear His Sunglasses Under His Hat
Brave!
When Lauren Wore This 'Sesame Street' Shirt for Graduation
Highlight of Oscar the Grouch's life, I can only assume.
Just...Everything About Lauren's Outfit Here
The thick-strap halter swimsuit? The skinny strap tank top? The bell bottom jeans? The square sunglasses? It's all just WORKING.
When Trey Wore This Hat
Starting to think Trey's hats represent his inner emotions. This one is telling me, "Help, my parents put me on a reality show at the tender age of 17."
When Stephen Wore a Double Grommet Belt
If your grommet belt isn't on your arm, I don't want to see it.
When Lauren Wore a Scarf in the Middle of Summer
Don't try to understand it, her fashion decisions exist beyond our comprehension.
When Kristin Wore This Pink Lace Cami
Would stake my life on this being from Abercrombie & Fitch.
And When She Wore These UGGs
Attention to anyone looking for group Halloween costume inspo.
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