7 Fashion Trends We Have to Thank Jennifer Aniston For

No one does basics better than Jennifer Aniston, who turns 51 today; here are 7 fashion trends we have to thank The Morning Show star for

Jennifer Aniston, forever our most fashionable friend.

Since Friends debuted in 1994, Aniston has become one of Hollywood’s biggest and most enduring style icons, with many of the looks she sported over two decades ago still holding up in 2020, the ultimate sign of style.

The Morning Show star has managed to put together a signature style that is all her own, relying on perfectly tailored basics, a roster of reliable accessories and her go-to color (black) time and time again. And why shouldn’t she? If it works, it works, right?

Looking back over her red carpet and street style over the years, there are some key takeaways when it comes to crafting the perfect Aniston look, like her preferred fit of denim (Feel free to put away your skinny jeans!) and the surprising fabric choice she consistently turns to in interesting ways.

Want to incorporate a little of Aniston’s signature style into your own wardrobe?

Here are seven fashion trends we have Aniston to thank for bringing our lives (and closets) over the years…

Anything But Basic Black

Has any star mastered the power of the LBD more than Aniston? The key to her mastery is always adding one unexpected element, whether it’s sequins or leather. One of her favorite looks? Her sequined Stella McCartney cocktail dress she wore to the premiere of her Netflix film Dumplin’.

Anything But Basic Black

There’s a reason Aniston always turns to black when it comes to major events: it works.

Anything But Basic Black

Ah, we’ll always have this 2000 Oscars moment.

Anything But Basic Black

Of her tendency to favor black when it comes to formalwear, Aniston explained to InStyle, “Some people would call that playing it safe. But I know when I’m comfortable with something…and I know when I’m not.”

A Perfectly Fit Blazer

When Aniston learns what works, she commits, just look at her collection of tailored-to-perfect blazers she’s worn on and off the red carpet over the years.

Accessorize Smarter, Not Harder

Aniston often turns to wedges to complete her looks, both for events and just when she’s out and about.

Accessorize Smarter, Not Harder

One of Aniston’s go-to pieces is a classic quilted Chanel bag, one she has turned to for years.

Better in Leather

Simple and classic, Aniston rocked this leather frock at the premiere of Horrible Bosses.

Boyfriend Jeans

Fact: no one rocks casualwear better than Aniston, who can often be snapped out and about wearing relaxed-fit denim.

A Go-To Uniform

The recipe for the ultimate Aniston look.