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Style June 28, 2019

5 summer outfit ideas to borrow from Audrey Hepburn, Princess Diana, Janet Jackson and more

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If you are low on outfit ideas this summer, why not turn to some stylish blasts from the past?

Notable fashionistas such as the late Audrey Hepburn as well as pop icon Janet Jackson wore endless looks that will inspire us for years to come.

In 1965, Hepburn was photographed wearing a chic straw hat that was sealed with a bow, and today we see style influencers such as Alyssa Coscarelli showing off an updated version of how to rock one of this season's go-to accessories.

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Like the age-old saying goes, "what goes around, comes back around," and looking back at the looks of these prominent figures will give you major inspo.

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Click ahead to see just what we mean, and get ready to revamp your closet.

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Straw hats with extra flair

PHOTO: Audrey Hepburn is pictured in 1965.
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Audrey Hepburn is pictured in 1965.

Straw hats sealed with a ribbon or beautiful bow as Hepburn wore are a great way to rev up your summer wardrobe.

Get the look:

Natural straw flat boater

Price: $35 · From Asos Design

Women Vintage Boater Straw Hat Wide Brim Flat Top Floppy Derby Straw Hat Beach Sun Hats with Chin Strap

Price: $10.39 · From Jelord

Straw Floppy Hat

Price: $39 · From Nordstrom

Girly crop tops

PHOTO: Janet Jackson at the 1995 MTV Video Music Awards in New York.
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Janet Jackson at the 1995 MTV Video Music Awards in New York.

Crop tops come and go, but during the warmer seasons, they always make a statement. Take a note out of Janet Jackson's signature throwback looks.

Get the look:

Upper East Top

Price: $59 · From Lioness

White lace up milkmaid crop top

Price: $31 · From Missguided

To the Point Ribbed Crop Top

Price: $15 · 50% Savings
From Nasty Gal

Original: $30

Sexy slip dresses

PHOTO: Cindy Crawford at an event in 1997 Los Angeles.
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Cindy Crawford at an event in 1997 Los Angeles.

Slip dresses have hit peak levels of what you would call trendy this summer, and Cindy Crawford knew how to rock them well. Check out a few updated styles below.

The Japanese GoWeave Long Slip Dress

Price: $88 · From Everlane

Kate Slip Dress

Price: $73 · 38% Savings
From Revolve

Original: $119

Coral Built Up Slip Dress

Price: $68 · From Topshop

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Bucket hats

PHOTO: LL Cool J pokes out of the sunroof of a Limousine in circa 1988 in New York.
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LL Cool J pokes out of the sunroof of a Limousine in circa 1988 in New York.

LL Cool J's classic Kangol bucket hat has made a resurgence. Now they are one of the trendiest staple accessories of the season.

Washed Cotton Denim Bucket Hat

Price: $14.77 · From The Hat Depot

Cast Away Fringe Bucket Hat

Price: $48 · From Free People

Floral Bucket Hat

Price: $59.95 · 38% Savings
From Anthropologie

Original: $98

Leopord print swimwear

PHOTO: The Princess of Wales has fun in a boat off the coast of the South of France in July, 1997.
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The Princess of Wales has fun in a boat off the coast of the South of France in July, 1997.

Princess Diana was a well-dressed woman, and her leopard print swimsuit look was ahead of its time. Try this look in similar patterns ranging from high-cut designs to flattering bikinis.

Get the look:

Wild Thing Leopard Swimsuit

Price: $30 · 50% Savings
From Nasty Gal

Original: $60

Women's Plus Size Square Neck Ribbed Bralette Bikini Top - Xhilaration™ Animal Print

Price: $19.99 · From Xhilaration

Sandi One Piece

Price: $165 · From Cynthia Rowley