Melrose Place style is back–and here’s how to wear it now.

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Confession: In the 90s, a few of my fellow English grad students and I used to gather in my tiny apartment once a week for what we lovingly called our Melrose Place “watch parties.” They weren’t wild affairs—just low-key evenings fueled by brain breaks from studying for comps and an unshakable love for over-the-top drama. While the show delivered on the plot twists, it also quietly shaped a whole generation of style.

And here we are again. 2025 is bringing Melrose fashion back, but this time it’s updated, wearable, and yes—even Pretty.

The Satin (or Silk-Like) Blouse

Amanda Woodward’s wardrobe was practically built on sleek, silky blouses—paired with sharp blazers or, on occasion, a perfectly cut vest. The 2025 version? Less boardroom, more “effortlessly polished.” Go for a soft satin or silk-like blouse, unbuttoned just enough to feel relaxed, and pair it with jeans for a look that whispers “90s throwback” without screaming it.

Pretty Pick:

• Right now, you can score this one on amazon for just under twenty bucks.

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The Tailored Vest

Ah, the vest. In the 90s, mine was dark green jacquard, and I thought I was the height of sophistication. Back then, vests were lapel-free and worn with jeans just as often as skirts.

Now? They’re back—and cooler. Still without lapels, today’s versions from brands like Reformation and Aritzia are fitted, minimal, and–instead of jacquard–come in modern fabrics like TENCEL or cotton. If you love a sharper look, a hip-grazing dressy vest worn solo can make the trend feel elevated. Prefer something more relaxed? Try a two-piece linen blend vest-and-pant set for an effortlessly chic, put-together vibe. And as we’ve said repeatedly, V necks are always especially flattering.

Either way, skip the suiting stiffness. Pair your vest with denim for casual throwback charm or tailored trousers for a polished nod to Melrose Place style.

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Bonus Throwbacks: Side Parts and Brick Lips (Reimagined)

While the wardrobe stole the spotlight, hair and makeup deserve their moment too. Remember those deep side parts? Gen Z tried to cancel them, but like most 90s icons, they’re making a subtle comeback—this time paired with smoother, glossier finishes instead of crunchy hairspray helmets.

And that infamous brown lipstick? It’s back too—but prettier. Clinique’s Almost Lipstick in Black Honey, which hit cult status in the early 90s, has an updated, high shine gloss (which, at the time of this post writing, happens to be 58% off at Amazon!). Other newer options (in both higher and lower price points) also add sheen and hydration—delivering all the Amanda Woodward energy without the uncomfortable dryness of 90s mattes.

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Why Melrose Place Works for Now

These pieces aren’t costumes—they’re timeless, with just enough nostalgia to feel fun. A satin blouse feels softer when paired with denim. A tailored vest looks modern when styled with wide-leg pants. And a side part or a creamy brick lip? Consider them subtle nods to the decade without the cringe factor.

In other words: you’re not just revisiting the 90s—you’re rewriting them, one polished outfit at a time.