Friends Monica Geller’s Personal Style (An Overview)
Whenever anyone talks about fashion from the hit TV show, Friends, Rachel Green is always mentioned first (for good reason!), but I think people sleep on Monica Geller’s style too much. The pair actually have quite similar styles, but I think Monica’s is more simplistic and approachable for the everyday girl, whereas Rachel’s is a bit more daring. I think Monica’s style is great everyday outfit inspo, so let’s dive deeper into her style!
Unfortunately, there are no pictures due to copyright :(
However, I have some pictures in my video version of this post linked here.
STYLE ELEMENT #1: 90s trends (that are also today’s trends)
Have you ever heard the saying, “Trends always come back around”? This statement could not be more true! Trends from the 90s and the early 2000s have been popular for many years now, but as I was researching Monica’s style, its so evident that 90s trends aren’t going anywhere! The most prominent trends that Monica wore are:
Vests/waistcoats
Crewneck cardigans
Double denim
Overalls
All of these 90s trends are popular today! Vests/waistcoats are one of the most sought-after tops for the summer and crewneck cardigans are more popular than ever for their simplistic style. Double denim continues to have its moment, and overalls are worn a lot in the summer.
TRY IT YOURSELF: I never recommend indulging in all the trends at once, but pick one or two that align with your style, and wear it the way that feels best to you. All of these trends are super stylish!
STYLE ELEMENT #2: Good Basics
Any person with good style most likely has a wardrobe full of their go-to’s (a.k.a. wardrobe essentials or basics). Because everyone has differing styles, one’s wardrobe basics might not work for another. However, if you are inspired by someone’s style, it’s helpful to know their go-to items so you can emulate their style. Some of Monica’s go-to clothing pieces are:
Button-downs
Jeans
Black belt
Black boots & loafers
Cute tees & tanks
Cardigans
Mini skirts
Tights
Black trousers
Good style always starts with good basics!
TRY IT YOURSELF: Think about your closet essentials. What works for your life? Consider your lifestyle, work, family, etc. If you like Monica’s style, use her list!
STYLE ELEMENT #3: Clean
It’s very funny to me that the Friends character who is obsessed with cleaning is also the one whose style I would describe as ‘clean’. But it’s so true! Monica’s style feels no frills & simplistic. She wears mostly neutrals but will add a pop of color (typically either red, blue, or green). She also isn’t hugely into wearing patterns. Her style is very seamless and clean (lol). I’m starting to think this was intentional by the Friends stylists.
TRY IT YOURSELF: Sticking to mostly neutrals and minimal pattern can look classy, clean, and seamless. If this is a style that you are interested in, definitely try it!
MONICA GELLER’S WARDROBE ESSENTIALS
If Monica’s style inspires you and you want to dress like her, this is what you should consider having in your closet:
Button-downs
Jeans
Black belt
Black boots & loafers
Cute tees & tanks
Cardigans
Mini skirts
Tights
Black trousers
Waistcoats/Vests
Denim (Chambray) shirt
Overalls
Thank you so much for reading! I’ll be back soon with a new post!
All my best,
Sammie
