Bustle Exclusive
The heiress talks 2000s trends, shopping tips, and her best early aughts outfit.
No one loves Y2K style more than one of its early trendsetters, Paris Hilton.
I love all things Y2K, the mogul told Bustle.
ForTheSimple Lifealum, harkening back to the past brings a serious dose of nostalgia.
She even recreated the now-iconic silver, chainmail Julien Macdonald dress she wore on her 21st birthday.
But there is one ensemble even more definitive of Hilton during that time: the Juicy Couture velour tracksuit.
She owned iterations in pink, baby blue, even a sleeveless set in navy.
Her velour collection has grown so expansive over the years thatshes collected hundredsandin every colorsince the early 00s.
The best part about the era was that nothing had to fully match or go together perfectly.
Instead of adding one major statement piece, you could add five and no one would blink an eye.
Y2K fashion is back.
What is your favorite early aughts trend thats made a comeback?
You cant complete the look without a show-stopping makeup look.
Shimmering metallic eyeshadow always did the trick silver and blue were my go-tos.
There are still a few trends I hope [will] make their return.
How could we not bring back printed bandanas, sheer, flowy, tie-front tops, and bedazzled accessories?
Whats your favorite look youve ever worn?
What is the one item in your closet that youve resurrected in recent years thanks to the Y2K comeback?
The velour tracksuit, which is why I was set on collaborating with Klarna to launch a limited-edition version.
It is so iconically Y2K.
We also wanted to launch an upgraded version featuring tons of sparkles.
It is available on parishilton.com, and all net proceeds will be donated to my nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact.
The exposed thong trend is all over the runways right now.
What do you think of the trend?
When it comes to Y2K fashion, bring it all back.
Do you have any shopping tips, particularly when it comes to pricier investment pieces?
Klarna has an incredible search tool.
The best part is the price comparison tool, which will automatically apply available coupons to your purchase.
What is the best shopping advice youve ever received and from whom?
I only take shopping advice from myself.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
