When it comes to classic '90s fashion, Friends featured the latest trendy styles and the men and women in the friend group all had eclectic tastes that spoke to their personalities.
While the styles weren't necessarily outlandish or eccentric, fans appreciated the achievable outfit inspiration that was easily buildable from pieces in their own closet. Though the outfits in the show were quintessential '90s trends, fans are taking inspiration from these characters' closets more than ever before, and a lot of the outfits are still (or again) trendy today.
Rachel's Business Outfit
Rachel Green is such a fashion icon that chances are fans have come across this exact outfit on their Pinterest board. Given the younger generation's current lean towards making business casual more trendy, it's only natural that many would want to pull inspiration from Rachel herself.
Between the collared shirt and the classic winter boots, this outfit creates the perfect balance between professional and trendy. Especially given the fact that the skirt is paired with typically warmer clothing items, it makes for a perfect fall look.
Joey's Leather Jacket
A good ol' reliable leather jacket is timeless, and Joey's classic outer layer proves this. Joey is good-looking and concerned about his appearance, so it was an obvious choice for him to rock a cool and fashionable leather jacket most of the time.
Joey was an up-and-coming actor for the better part of the series, so he was always stepping up his fashion game in order to get attention in the industry, not to mention from the ladies. While Joey has many fashionable looks throughout the series, fans seem to love his staple leather jacket the most, making any time that he wears it some of Joey's best outfits on Friends.
Rachel's Green Dress With The Slit
Fans are seeing slip-dresses coming around more and more on their Instagram feeds, and for good reason. This green dress is so well-known that several modern-day shops have even tried to replicate the look.
Between the slit in the leg area and the flattering midsection, fans of the show can recall this famous dress almost over any other outfit Rachel has worn. A classic dress like this can definitely still be seen worn today, as it is a simple and ageless piece.
Monica's Baggy Button-Up Shirts
Known for sporting more casual outfits, Monica outdid herself with looks like this. While a button-up is a basic piece, it's a good article of clothing to keep around for a reason.
There are so many outfit combinations one can make with a baggy dress shirt, and Monica always had the most simple and comfortable looks. She was always so effortlessly adorable that she could make any traditional outfit look straight out of a magazine.
Rachel's Plaid Skirt Ensemble
Plaid skirts have become one of the biggest closet staples over the past few years, and Rachel definitely helped contribute to their popularity. While the pattern was popular for many decades before the '90s, the miniskirt was a necessary item that everyone wanted to have back in the day and still does.
The plaid pattern is by far the most popular look when it comes to fall and winter fashion, and that is evident in the way people have worn it over the span of many decades. When Rachel paired this cropped mock neck long sleeve with the skirt, it was almost as if a collective "OMG" was heard from the audience.
Chandler's Layered Sweater Vests
Over the past couple of years, sweater vests have made a comeback, especially among the female thrifting community. While they were formerly associated with the "nerdy" aesthetic, now really everyone is wearing them.
Often known for his sweaters and vests, Chandler has some of the best outfits on Friends because he doesn't try too hard, yet it suits him. His style is slightly more professional and academic, but with a mix of fun.
Rachel's Athleisure Baseball Outfit
One of her more popular outfits on the show, Rachel rocked this sporty look that fans could not stop talking about at the time. Between the layered tee and the backward cap, she inspired people everywhere to don cute looks, even while playing sports.
A resurfaced fashion trend as of late has been the layered tees, and Rachel does a great job of showing off the trend's potential. Additionally, the backward baseball cap set the tone for casual athletic wear and continues to be worn, paired with braids like seen here, to this day.
Phoebe's Layered Maxi Dress
One of the most "in" fashion trends of the '90s was maxi dresses layered with a shirt underneath, and Phoebe was often the queen of this style. With her hippy and boho fashion roots, she encouraged fans everywhere to try out this look, and it's now making a comeback.
With Phoebe's quirky and versatile fashion taste, it was easy for many fans to take inspiration from several different looks. While some would argue Phoebe has the best outfits on Friends, it's hard to compare the different styles between the cast members.
Ross' Leather Pants
Originally made to be worn to be edgy or for motorcycle riders, leather pants have evolved over the years, moving from the skin-tight to the baggy bootcut. However, when Ross first appeared on screen wearing a pair, fans went nuts.
While Ross normally sports pretty simple and roomy clothes most of the time, he has his fashionable moments for sure. Many fans have likely created variations of this famous outfit, and some may even say he paved the way for fall and winter fashion with this combo, making this one of Ross' best outfits on Friends.
Rachel's Sweater, Shorts, And Tights Outfit Combo
Another outfit combination that has made its way to Pinterest and Instagram, Rachel, yet again, created an effortlessly cute fall look seen here. This modern neutral look is a favorite among fans, mostly because of its timeless feel.
As far as the top half of the outfit goes, her long sleeve shirt is the perfect example of the current graphic tee trend, typically spearheaded by brands like Brandy Melville and PacSun. The bottom half represents the current trend to pair tights with skirts and shorts for fall and winter.