Fashion Inspiration: Pretty Little Liars
From left, Emily, Spencer, Aria and Hanna strut their style (Photo Credit)
Every Tuesday night, you’ll know where to find me: I’m parked in front of the TV, riveted by ABC Family’s latest hit show Pretty Little Liars. Is anyone else as obsessed as I am with this summer series?
In case you haven’t seen it, the show revolves around four former besties – Aria, Hanna, Emily and Spencer — who are being harassed via text message, email, and the occasional lipsticked message on a mirror by an anonymous bully who knows their deep, dark secrets. The twist? These are secrets only known by their recently murdered friend Alison. Many unanswered questions propel the show: Is Alison still alive? Did she pass along the secrets to someone else? Who murdered her?
Pretty Little Liars has mystery, suspense, scandal and of course, style! The fashion on the show really caught my eye, particularly because each lead character has her own distinctive style. Here are some tips on how you can take fashion inspiration from the cast of Pretty Little Liars:
Aria Montgomery
Aria just returned to town following a year abroad with her family and she’s no longer the naive girl she once was: She’s had to harbor the secret of her father’s affair, while also hiding some indiscretions of her own… like romancing her English teacher!
Aria carries an air of maturity (unlike her estranged friends), and her style reflects her cultured sophistication. She loves to layer, she mixes rich materials and patterns, and she tends to stick with darker hues. Aria’s style is feminine and bohemian with an edge.
Product Info: Bag – Urban Outfitters, Grey Dress – ModCloth, Bracelet – Forever 21, Navy Top – Heritage 1981, Leather Jacket – Ever, Socks – ModCloth, Tights – ModCloth, Clogs – Sam Edelman, Brown Dress – ModCloth, Long-Sleeve Shirt – Anthropologie, Boots – Frye, Clock Necklace – Urban Outfitters, Elephant Necklace – Forever 21
Hanna Marin
Hanna rules the school — think Regina George, but nicer — and her girly and trendy style reflects her Queen Bee status. Prior to Alison’s disappearance, Hanna was her frumpy sidekick, but now that she’s gone from ugly duckling to swan, she confidently rocks ensembles that are glamorous and feminine. Hanna loves to stand out, and her clothes and accessories reflect that.
Product Info: Jeans – 7 for All Mankind, Pink Top – ASOS, Flats – Steve Madden, Purse – Juicy Couture, Lip Gloss – Chanel, Dress – ASOS, Nail Polish – Essie, Heels – Lauren Jones, Bow Necklace – Tiffany & Co., Sunglasses – Gucci, Floral Top – Forever 21
Emily Fields
Emily is a sweet girl-next-door type who is a bit confused on the love front: First she hid her feelings for a gal pal and now she’s crushing on a brooding boy.
In step with her quiet nature and athletic extracurricular activities, Emily’s style is laid-back and sporty. She’s often seen carrying a cargo messenger bag, sporting sneakers, and wearing basic separates in bright colors.
Product Info: Jacket – American Eagle Outfitters, Hoodie – Old Navy, V-Neck – Aeropostale, Sweatshirt Top – AE, Swimsuit – Speedo, Jeans – AE, Skirt – Aeropostale, Shorts – AE, Hoops – Overstock, Bag – Timbuk2, Bracelets – Urban Outfitters, White Sneakers – Puma, Green Sneakers – Converse
Spencer Hastings
Spencer is the brainy overachiever of the bunch, and her East Coast prepster look reflects her family’s country club lifestyle and her Ivy League dreams.
When she’s not wearing tennis whites on the court, you’ll find her dressed in tailored, menswear-inspired looks with a touch of femininity. Spencer always looks polished and put-together — a nod to her Type-A personality — but she does incorporate trends into her classic look, like Oxford flats and boyfriend jeans.
Product Info: Shirtdress – Madewell, Cream Belt – Forever 21, Tank – Madewell, Boyfriend Blazer – Banana Republic, Leather Belt – JCrew, Two-Tone Oxford – Urban Outfitters, Cognac Oxford – Urban Outfitters, Ring – Stella & Dot, Purse – Urban Outfitters, Cropped Jeans – Abercrombie & Fitch, Boat Shoes – Sperry, Ballet Flat – French Sole, Earrings – Tiffany & Co., Tote – Longchamp
What do you think?
Are you watching Pretty Little Liars, too? What do you think of the girls’ fashion choices? Which girl’s style is your favorite? I’d love for you to leave a comment!
Posted on on July 26, 2010 / Filed Under: Inspiration / Tags: Fashion Inspiration, Featured, Inspiration, Pretty Little Liars, Shopping, TV
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Marie
I LOVE this show. Thanks for the post!
Sari
LOVE this. I was going to do this show as a Fashion Inspiration post on own blog, but CF beat me to the punch!! Great picks though- can’t wait for tomorrow’s episode!
Melissa
YAY! I’m so happy to see this.
Hazel
Love the show and love the article!!!
Thanks!
Paula
I’ve never watched this show, but I might start watching it just for Aria’s fashion! I really like her outfit picks :)
iEsoteric
Great Article! Precise and pretty outfits.
Lindsey
I really love this show and the fashion, but I’m mostly in love with the bags. Especially Hanna’s blue bag and a few of the others, but I wish there was just a post on bags! I really wish I could find some like the ones on the show and had more than just one option per character. (:
Jenna
i love aria and spencer’s stlye!
thank you for doing this post, great idea :)
Ally
i love this show! aria and hanna’s styles are my favorite….great post!
Sally
This show is definitely one of my guilty pleasures! If only I knew how to dress that well in high school… too bad we had uniforms, anyway!
Danielle
love this show and the girls style!
Brittany
This was good! Except I don’t think a lot of items in Hannah’s style are within a college girl’s budget…maybe next time you can incorporate more affordable items? I do think you did really well, especially with Aria’s–the clothes are fantastic!
Heidi
I love this show, and was hoping for CF to do a post on it. As the series progresses, it would be cool if you went more in-depth on each character’s style, like you did with Gossip Girl. =D Thanks for the article!
Lis
I adore the show. I’ve been addicted to the books long before, but it’s interesting how the show will turn out. I mean, the show’s don’t usually follow everything in the books, just look at gossip girl.
As for the looks, I love Spencer, Aria and Hanna’s outfits. I doubt I could pull off Aria or Spencer’s looks though. I usually opt for the easy, girly, “Hanna” look.
Amanda
I totally agree with Heidi, I would love to see an in-depth article for each girl!
Sarah
So I’ve never seen this show, but I feel like I need to. I want to be a “Spencer” but I think I’m more of a “Hanna.”
l.l.
i have been waiting for them to post on the shows fashion since episode 1! so exciting.
Lyra
I haven’t seen the show, though it sounds interesting. I love the pieces you picked for Aria! Great job on this article. :)
Charlotte - University of Birmingham
I’ve never watched this, I don’t think it’s aired in the UK yet, but judging from this post I think I’d love it!!
I like that all these girls seem to have very different but distinctive styles.
Cute :]]]
Charlotte xxx
A
Love love lovee this show! So glad you did this post, I like a mix of Spencer’s and Emily’s styles.
Julie
I love Spencer and Aria’s style the best. I identify with them the most style-wise. Awesome post :D.
Wendy_f
I love this show and I love this article ! I really like spencer and emily’s style I think it’s my kind of style. But Aria is the best of all of them.
Wendy_f
I love this show. I really like spencer and emily’s style I think it’s my kind of style. But Aria is the best of all of them.
Alycia - University of Windsor
Charlotte: If you want to watch the show, all of the episodes are available for free on http://www.tvbunny.com ! That’s how I keep up, because I’m almost never home on Tuesdays for whatever reason!!
I am huge fan of Aria’s style, and I love your picks for her! You did a great job here! :-)
Gracey
I loove this show! Great post :) Aria and Hanna are my favorites.
Jessica
Thank you for this post!! I love this show and am always admiring the girls outfits! i love hannas and spencer’s style!! it would be so awesome if you could go itnto more detail for each girl, these r great ideas for back to school shopping!!
Dionella
I Love this post! I really haven’t gotten into the show but this post is encouraging me to do so. I would love to see the more in depth broken down styles of each character as well. Fantastic job :-)
allison
I really love this article, would you maybe consider a second one for those on a budget? or an in-depth look for each character would be incredible!
Ashley
I haven’t seen the show, but love the looks! I would say I’m a mixture of sporty and preppy. Can’t live without my Sperry Top-Siders!
Shay Monet
I’m soooo happy to see this post! I adore this show and watch it religiously every Tuesday. Also not sure if ur aware but the bag u put in arias outfits she actually uses in one of the episodes! Excellent job nailing each girls style.
Ali - University of Missouri
I’m so glad you all like the post!! I was dying to write it and I’m so glad I had the opportunity.
allison – I would love to do a budget-friendly spin-off of this post, maybe for one of my usual Outfits Under $100 entries! We’ll see…
Shay Monet – I was lusting after Aria’s bag and I was lucky enough to stumble across it on Urban’s website! You’re right, it is the actual bag she uses in every episode, just a different color!
Thanks for commenting!!
Katie
I’ve never seen the show but I love Aria’s clothes!
Ali - University of Missouri
If you’re interested in watching the show, check out sidereel.com (lots of links to watch episodes online) or some full episodes are available on abcfamily.go.com.
I highly recommend it!
Karissa - Elms College
Ali, I love this post! Pretty Little Liars is my current obsession; it is amazing, especially the fashion! A breakdown of the characters’ style would be great as a future series :] Fantastic job!
Rin
Wow these looks are fantastic. I think you did a great job translating these looks–just keep a college budget in mind next time. I especially LOVE the handbags.
Ali - University of Missouri
Rin – You’re right, some of these items are not budget-friendly but I only did that when it was fitting with the character i.e. Hanna uses designer labels to showcase her popularity and mask her insecurities.
I’m limited every week when I write Outfits Under $100, so this time it was kind of nice not to fret over the cost of each item. But I do understand your concern! Just take these looks as inspiration for wallet-friendly outfits of your own and check out my Outfits Under $100 posts every Wednesday! :)
Thanks for commenting!!
Jess
awesome post! i’m obsessed with this show as well and it’s nice to see a break-down of their styles
Rachelia
I LOVE this show, and the music and the fashion and… everything! I love Spencer and Hannah’s style. You can also check out their fashion on the ABC website – they update it after every episode with details about each character’s main outfit :)
Melissa
I love Pretty Little Liars! Spencer is my favorite (:
Laura
I also really love this show, both for the fashion and the juicy plot! I love the outfits you put together as inspiration, but I have to agree with the other posters that I wish you had used budget-friendly inspiration. That is why I read this site, because I know I will see great outfits that I can actually afford, unlike so many other fashion blogs and magazines.
Ali - University of Missouri
To be fair, almost all of the items featured in this post are from reasonable stores and sites – Old Navy, Forever 21, American Eagle, A&F, Urban Outfitters, ModCloth, Alloy, Delias -with the exception of a few pricey pieces.
Just because you’re on a budget doesn’t mean you can’t save up for investment pieces like a pair of nice jeans, boots you’ll wear for years, or a great handbag. I only featured expensive items when it fit the character (mostly just Hanna, see my above comment).
Thanks for commenting!!
Ali - University of Missouri
Also, this isn’t necessarily meant to be a shopping guide, but an inspiration post — draw inspiration from the items featured. These are looks the characters would wear, so if you see something that’s out of your range, just look for a similar style the next time you’re out shopping for yourself.
For budget-friendly outfits check out my “Outfits Under $100″ posts on Wednesdays!
I appreciate all your comments! Thanks for reading :)
Leah
I LOVE this show, and the fashion has caught my eye as well. Thank you for this post!
Shanise M
As a GIANT fan of the show I love this post. I’m most like Spencer style, and overachiever wise. The ideas you gave her are amazing! And who knows? Maybe i’ll try something out of the Aria collection? Great post!
Madi Anne
Ah! Yayyyy! Thanks for doing this, guys!(:
nikki
OMG I was just online this wkend looking for clothing ideas from the cast of Pretty Little Liars this is my new obsession GG was so two years ago this show has everything drama humor and the girls all have great style all girls have there own sence of style I love this post
Ali - University of Missouri
nikki – I totally agree! I was watching the last few episodes of Gossip Girl last week (I’m way behind) and I was so bored with the show. It’s kind of done in my opinion. PLL is MY new Gossip Girl. It’s amazing!
Thanks for commenting!
Dee
I’d love to see more detail on each girl .. this show has a lot to offer!
Jessica
I always take note of what the girls are wearing each week… I seriously went straight to my closet after the first week and picked out a light blue striped v-neck and yellow cardigan (exactly the opposite of what Emily’s wearing in her photo) and wore it the next day :)
Great post!
genevieve
you know for spencer hasting’s blazer, you get get the exact same one (or at least it looks exactly the same) at forever21.com in the blazer section. far less expensive than the one you have there now haha :)
ELLEN
goshhh,, love aria’s and hanna’s style!!
I have a request. Can you please please make an article about cute pajamas/dormwears? I wanna purchase some new pajamas for my first year of college but I don’t know what kind of pajamas would look cute and not childish. Please help!
Alissa
i’m so glad you did this post!
pretty little liars is my new favourite show.
and the great clothes is an added perk :D
Grace
could you pls do one for mya.. i think her boho chic look with resonate with other readers… and the scarf she gave emily was so cute
chantel
i started watching this for holly marie combs! yes i’m a fan of charmed! it’s pretty interesting….. i love it! i like how spencer dresses… and hanna
Hanna
I personally was so disappointed with the show. I have read the book series years before the show was annouced, so naturally, I imagined everything to be really amazing. & the show character looks were all wrong. Aria is supposed to be the tallest, emily has reddish blonde hair…I suppose if I watched the show and never have read the book this show would be interesting…but the outfits are very well-coordinated
Grace
I’ve recently started watching this show–mainly for the style. I’m completely in love with the way Spencer Hastings dresses, even if I do think that actress looks a bit too old for high school.
Serena
Great Post! This inspired me to start watching Pretty Little Liars….. :)
But I still think that the fashion and plot line on Gossip Girl is even better, though Pretty Little Liars definitely comes second!
Alexandra
Wooo i have that hanna dress from asos i bought it because it reminded me of hers which i loved pretty little liars is a good fill in for gossip girl!
Raven
Great summary of a truly addicting show! I love Pretty Little Liars, too and the fashion never ceases to amaze me.
Mimi
Anybody know where you can find the cargo messenger back Emily always has at school??
Lisa
I LOVE Aria’s bag, and I was just about to buy it; then I saw the warning that it had lead in it! Scary.
Ali - University of Missouri
Mimi – I scoured every site imaginable for that cargo bag and I couldn’t find it! I’ll be on the lookout though and report back…
Lisa – It has lead in it? Oh no! How did you find that out?
Thanks for commenting!
Lisa
Just below the product description there’s a warning that says it “Doesn’t comply with Proposition 65″.
The entry in the FAQ is a little confusing though; one sentence says the product “may” contain lead and the other says it does.
Brittany
I dont know which one is my favorite, cant choose i love all of the looks!
Victoria
I love the show and you do a great job of explaining their style and giving ideas of how to mimic them! Hanna’s my Favorite! :D
Lena
thanks for doing this post, i love that show :)
But it ould be nice if you could do a second post going into each character more thouroughly.
Ashton
I love Spencer’s blazer Ahhhh I’m dying! Blazers are so in right now, I wear a black, white or grey blazer with practically all of my outfits! Here’s a cute one similar to the one she’s wearing if anyone was trying to copy her style:
http://www.poetrie.com/prince-charming-blazer-5.html
Haley
I love that you did this post. Half the time I watch this show I’m looking at their clothes! Aria and Hanna’s looks are more my style. I’m wondering if anyone knows were I could get a jacket like the one Hanna is wearing at the top of the post (the picture with all four girls). I can’t seem to find one under a hundred dollars! Anyone know where I could find one?
PLL Fan
oh that is looking cool I have also created a new time-line of Pretty Little Liars in Dipity>>> :)
Adriana
I like this article. My stile is like Spencer and I love it. Kisses from Spain.
^^
Nicole
Love this! Just bought the Aria boots. :)
KC
OMGOSH love this post. ah i adore the fashion on PLL. aria’s def my fav, loove her style so much! :)
Hanna
Thank you soooo much! This is exactly what I was looking for. The first thing I noticed each episode was what everyone was
wearing. Now, thanks to you, I can get the look I want just in time for school! I can’t wait to go shopping. Thanks again! :)
Danielle
Spencer’s style reminds me of Ralph Lauren for some reason…and I like it!
Sasha G.
Oh my god, thank you so much for this page! I was looking for these styles since the minute I started watching Pretty Little Liars. Hopefully, you can continue to do more :)
Jess
One of fav shows along with Vampire Diaries. Love Aria’s style best. Cant wait for the next ep. If you miss any you can catch up on ninmsn fixplay, they have a range of shows you can watch for free :)
Emilie
i love Aria’s style i love this article
Heather
Thank you soooo much for doing this post!! I absolutely love Pretty Little Liars and their fashion throughout the series has really inspired me! I love every single one of the girl’s styles, they are different but I find that I connect with all of them. I would definitely look forward to more posts like these, and again thank you!
Sassy
Were do you find the cute as heck bag that emily is holding in the pic of all 4 of them
Valerie
I love this post! I especially love all of Aria’s picks! Can you please please do a more detailed post on each girl? I really loved Spencer’s first outfit in the Episode 112 Know Your Frenemies – she had a super cute print dress, brown boots, and a unique looking grey/brown blazer.. I would love to know where I could find similar items! THanks : )
Ali - University of Missouri
If you liked this post, you’ll love the weekly Pretty Little Liars series I wrote, which expanded on each character’s style:
Aria: http://www.collegefashion.net/inspiration/how-to-dress-like-the-pretty-little-liars-aria/
Emily: http://www.collegefashion.net/inspiration/how-to-dress-like-the-pretty-little-liars-emily/
Hanna: http://www.collegefashion.net/inspiration/how-to-dress-like-the-pretty-little-liars-hanna/
Spencer: http://www.collegefashion.net/inspiration/how-to-dress-like-the-pretty-little-liars-spencer/
RachRollTide
I prefer Spencer and Hannah’s style :)
lauren
i love emily’s white cross the body purses!!!!!!! were did she get it!!!!!! want one soooo bad ;p
Alexus
OMG like there so pretty no du there called pretty little lire
indu
i love the series “pretty little liars”,and from the above i love the first two that is Aria’s and Hanna’s costumes more than the others…one with an ethnic design and the other with its opposite.
Shy
I love this show! I think i act more like emily! except being gay. I LOVE PLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
JJ
first off, thanks for this awesome PLL fashion collection, and secondary I really really want the bag featured in aria’s section but cant find it on the UO website.
please help
Nori
Spencer’s, absolutely.
Nerdynerd
OMG!!! the show is fantastic and so is this article!!! ok,well i really like Aria’s style but idk if i could pull it off. I think Spencer’s style is so cute too and hanna’s! i dont think i like emily’s style for myself… too casual. but maybe i could do a mix of spencer and hanna’s? but i really like aria’s too!!!!!!!!!! lol im confused :/
Leyah
I’ve been told that I’m quite like Spencer from PLL I didn’t know who she was until I started to watch the show I felt quite flattered
Chesca
I love this!!! Plz show me more about their fashion and makeup…I’m a fan! And I hope u leave more stuff soon…plz and thank u!:)
Savannah
I’m not in collage but middle school but im changing my style a bit hannah&aria im going to mix iti up a bit.
Gah
OMG, I Loved
Tiffany ! :)
I L O V E Spencer & Aria’s Style ! I mostly dress like Emily, But i’m going to start dressing like Spencer & Aria !
Chloe
I love them and their style, it really is an inspiration.
And I love the show, I’m sooooo excited about the new season :))
Thank you for the great article!
Emma
This was great thank you! I really love Spencers preppy style and I have started incorporating some Spencer-inspired pieces to my wardrobe :)
Shelby
I loved the post! It’s supper helpful. I was wondering what editor you used to put together the collages?
KT
I have found a TON of the clothes the girls wear on a website called find that style. Spencer is my FAV and I have found like every outfit she has worn on the show!
Ali
can some put Alison on this page!!!!
BTW I LOVVVVEEEE PRETTY LITTLE LIARS
_ A.
I love the show and your article is great! i was actually desperatly looking for one like this!!
p.s sorry for mistakes, i’m french!
Alison
What is the name of the brown dress in the Aria section?
Ashley
Wow I love u guys and it offits r super cute !!!! I would love for help when I go on dates !! I just never know what to put on !! I would really help.
Martine
Spencer has outstanding style. i have noticed that all her jeans are high waisted. it helps make the most of her long legs, and makes her flat shoes really wow.
Christiana
I love the books and show now the fashion line.
taylor
i love it i have always be looking to do styles like this
Aqua
Can you use Definitely, Maybe as fashion inspiration? I love April’s outfits.
muskan
I love the show and its quite interesting .. i love aria’s and hanna’s fasion. they’r quite distinct from evryone else… thanx for the article but i’d love if you will do an article on their hairstyles altough most of the time they have pretty much same hairstyles but i wanna know how different each is… thanx :)
maxine
I dress like Aria since I am boho with an edge.