Private Icon: Empire Records

Fashion Cropped sweaters for everyone! by Erika Harwood Updated: Feb. 20, 2024 Originally Published: Sep. 22, 2020

Empire Records may have taken place over the course of a single day, but many still look back on the film for its iconic mid-'90s style. Stars Liv Tyler and Renée Zellweger captured the era's aesthetic of music-obsessed youths with just one statement-making look. Check out the 1995 film's memorable fashion ahead.

James Bridges/Monarchy/Regency/Kobal/Shutterstock It doesn't get more mid-'90s than Liv Tyler's cropped fuzzy sweater paired with a pleated mini skirt.

Kitten Sweater Sunday Best A very similar cropped sweater with bell sleeves to boot. $78 see on aritzia

Plus Size Fuzzy Sweater Forever 21 A light blue version that Liv Tyler circa 1995 would love. $10.99 $27.99 See on Forever 21

Semira Pleated Mini Skirt Alice + Olivia Tell us this wasn't inspired by the film. $285 see on saks fifth avenue

BLUE PLAID PLEATED DOUBLE BUCKLE SKIRT PLUS SIZE Hot Topic A pleated blue mini skirt with buckle details to up the rock 'n' roll factor. $32.90 See on Hot Topic

James Bridges/Monarchy/Regency/Kobal/Shutterstock Renée Zellweger's style as Gina, complete with a cropped cardigan and mini skirt, is truly timeless.

Ribbed Cropped Cardi Year of Ours The metal snaps on this cropped ribbed cardigan give it an extra '90s feel. $88

The Dream of the Crop Cardigan ModCloth A simple cropped cardi that will complement any body type. $35 See on ModCloth

A-Line Silk Mini Skirt Priscavera Silky, flowy, and perfect to dance in. $170 $340 See on Maison Rogue

The Valley A-Line Skirt Los Angeles Apparel A great option to wear while singing "Sugar High." $50 see on los angeles apparel

Moviestore Collection/Shutterstock Bonus look: A.J.'s checkered sweater.

THE MEN'S CHECKERED SWEATER Marc Jacobs The modern-day Marc Jacobs interpretation of the '90s checked sweater. $270 $450 See on Marc Jacobs

embroidered checkered jumper Onefifteen A spiced-up version with sequin and beaded embroidery. $278 $557 See on Farfetch

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