The resurgence of y2k fashion into trend cycles has brought with it the romanticisation of everyday outfits from the worlds of Twilight and The Vampire Diaries (TVD). Both protagonists fashion sleek silhouettes, lots of layering, and cool or earthy tones, and their looks have become an autumn staple for many vampire fans. Layer a long-sleeved top over a lace-trim camisole and pair it with slim-fitting jeans, canvas shoes and a bag (crossbody for Elena, Jansport backpack for Bella), and you’ve got yourself a totally Twilight-core outfit. It’s a look so iconic that you could throw on this fairly mundane outfit, add a little fake blood, and instantly have a recognisable Halloween costume.
Whilst skinny jeans have been on a rollercoaster from ‘it’ to ‘ick’, bootcut silhouettes and simple shirts have withstood changing trends.
These outfits may sound pretty average to a non-Twilight/TVD fan; in fact, both wardrobes are typical of casual 2000s attire. But are we obsessing over the equivalent of Primark joggers and a Shein vest? Bella and Elena’s aesthetics have thrived throughout trends due to their effective simplicity. Most of their pieces are timeless; whilst skinny jeans have been on a rollercoaster from ‘it’ to ‘ick’, bootcut silhouettes and simple shirts have withstood changing trends. Slim-fit, longline tops seemed to vanish during the crop top epidemic of the 2010s (why was it so difficult to find anything cute and full-length?), but appear to be making a long-awaited comeback.
The yearly surge of autumn content on TikTok brings an influx of Twilight nostalgia and TVD edits, which only strengthen the style legacy of our favourite vampire franchises. If these girls attracted gorgeous vampire boyfriends with their simple styles, who wouldn’t want to give their wardrobe a go?