The Fashion Behind Twin Peaks

Along with my recent obsession of the show Twin Peaks, I've also gained an obsession of the fashion that comes with it. The show aired from 1990 to 1991, but it's short run left a lasting impact on all of its viewers, even the ones in this current decade, like me. The time period, transitioning from the '80s to '90s, left the perfect style for the show -- the class from the '80s without the shoulder pads and the edge from the '90s without the over-the-top grunge. Almost every character on the show has their own unique and amazing style, especially with the female characters (even the trans character Denise!). However, the three best styles, in my opinion, lie in Audrey Horne, Donna Hayward, and Shelly Johnson.

Audrey is definitely my favorite character, and I'm pretty sure it's mostly due to her impeccable taste in fashion. We meet her wearing a pleated midi plaid skirt, a light pink sweater, and saddle shoes, and from that moment, I fell in love with her fashion. She's constantly wearing a midi (and she even repeats items, like how she's wearing the plaid midi she wore in the first episode in the bottom image just with a different sweater) paired with a unique sweater. Her super short hair, minimal eye makeup, defined eyebrows, and bold lips make her look even better, and honestly I just wish I could buy all of Audrey's wardrobe for myself. Luckily, the midi, and even the plaid midi, is coming back in style, so everyone is able to channel their inner Audrey Horne without looking like they just stepped out of 1990. 

Donna takes her style to a different level -- everything she wears is completely unique, and a lot of her outfits seem super strange at first, but later you realize how fashionable she was and even would be today. You could see her in mom jeans and a huge sweater, a color-block cardigan layered over a lengthy skirt (bottom image), or even a collared-blouse (top image). What I like about her style is that the're always something new, and she's never predictable, unlike Audrey. Her subtle under-eyeliner, curly hair, and bold lips are really the only constant part about her look. 

Shelly Johnson is the girl who brings class and femininity to the cool style of the '90s. It was more difficult to find outfits of her because she's in her waitress outfit 85% of the time, but when she's not wearing it, she really does try to look her best. Her style includes frilly tops (top image), a-line skirts, patterned blazers, and simple velvet dresses (bottom image). She emphasizes the beauty in her face and figure with these delicate but unique pieces, and her loose waves and peach lips bring a more natural vibe to her put-together look.

Twin Peaks brings midis, defined collars, huge sweaters, and velvet to a new level, and luckily, these items are coming back in style. Even if people don't watch the show, all of these characters are as recognizable fashion icons as Rachel Greene from F.R.I.E.N.D.S. is.