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If you haven’t seen The New York Times documentary Framing Britney Spears, it’s a must-watch.  It uncovers some very real, very heartbreaking facts about a woman who has given the world SO MUCH.

Let’s keep the momentum alive.

#FREEBRITNEY

From a fashion perspective, Britney gave the world a lot.  Her outfits from the late ’90s and early ’00s set the trends.  Today I thought I’d unpack these trends to see how much they’ve influenced what we wear today.

Crop Tops

Britney rocked crop tops.  Her closet seemingly had an endless supply.  Some were tube tops, some metallic, some with crazy embellishments.

How does this translate today?

Younger aimed brands like Urban Outfitters and Free People are still heavily relying on this trend.

Even athleticwear has embraced the mid-drift.  I myself have several of these longline bras/crop tops to workout in.

Flare Leg jeans

Britney almost always paired her crop tops with flared jeans.  The proportion makes sense – fitted on top, voluminous on the bottom keeps the eye moving.

While I love a 70s inspired wide leg, I can’t say I’m in love with flare leg jeans.

What about you?  Did you wear them?  Do you still?

Bucket/Floppy/Cowboy Hats

Britney wore a ton of hats (literally and figuratively).  You probably remember her feathered fedoras or hot pink cowboy hats.  The ones I associate most with Britney are bucket hats.  They have absolutely made a comeback in the past couple of years.  Do you own one?

Unpopular fashion opinion – you will never catch me wearing one.

Bug-eyed Sunglasses

Britney wore either Elton John round, colored lenses or huge, bug-eyed frames in the ’90s and early ’00s.  Big sunglasses are still absolutely on trend (and the tiny lenses had their moment in recent seasons!) but have gotten more rectangular.  I for one, love a big pair of dramatic sunnies.

Uggs

Britney’s most infamous outfit was probably Uggs with a denim mini skirt.  You probably wore that exact look in the late 90s but don’t care to admit it.

What she did was set the trend for comfy, Dad shoes, or normcore.  Crocs became a thing soon after and Birkenstocks resurged in popularity (although one could argue they never went away).

Ah, Britney.  You gave us so much.  Here’s to your freedom.

#FREEBRITNEY

Uggs, But Make it Fashion

Ugg Moto Punk Mini BootUgg Moto Punk Mini Boot Ugg Moto Punk Mini Boot Ugg Moto Punk Mini BootUgg Moto Punk Mini BootUggs (on sale!) (c/o) // Jean Atelier jeans (on sale!) // Vocabulary boutique sweater
YSL bag (on sale!) // Celine sunglasses (on sale!)

I love Uggs.  Every winter they become my go-to shoes for running errands, walking the dog, and just day-to-day life.

While there was once an Uggs + denim mini skirt phase (thank you, Britney) I think most women struggle with how to style Uggs so they look presentable for every day and not just the ski slopes.

Enter the Ugg Fashion Baby collection.

“Fashion Baby is a collection that celebrates the California woman’s spirit and style.  This woman is a beguiling mix of glamour and grunge.  She can be a tomboy or ultra-feminine depending on her mood.”

Hello, could that be any more me?

When I saw these Moto Punk Mini boots I knew I had to have them.  I love the buckled toes and zip-up style.  But the best part is that they can be worn two ways.  Any piece of fashion that is a 2-in-1 is an automatic win in my book.

I styled my Uggs with the top flipped down for a more casual vibe.  For a sleek look, zip them up and buckle them.  You can see the difference in the last two side-by-side photos.  I love them both ways!

To elevate the look and make it wearable for meet-ups with friends, I paired them with my favorite handbag and sunglasses (bonus, they’re both on sale!).  These flip top jeans are super comfortable and go perfectly with the edgy vibe of the boots.  Since the jeans have a fun detail on the high waist, I went for a cropped sweater to show that off.

Voila!  A totally stylish way to wear Uggs for every day.

Later this week I’ll be sharing another way to style Uggs, “but make it fashion” for every day.  My next pair is a more traditional ski boot vibe.  Can’t wait to share them!

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