Consider this part two of infinity of my “I’m obsessed with ’90s fashion” posts. While the X-Files was not a show I grew up on, I certainly developed a greater appreciation for it later in my adult life*. (*Last week. My roommate sat me down and made me watch my first episode ever. And boy, am I glad he did.) That being said, it came as no surprise that I was immediately enamored by the fashion of the one and only Dana Scully.
Dana Scully is one of those characters with an easily recognizable, no-nonsense costumes. Even before I got into the show, I was well aware of the “Scully Suit.” I could pick out a Scully cosplayer in any convention crowd. Dana Scully was a fashion icon long before this post and will remain one for years to come.
Endless Outerwear
Scully always had the most amazing collection of blazers and trenches. There’s something about a long, shapeless trench that gives off the ultimate 90’s cool girl vibe. Not to mention, she was way ahead of the game on this one– trench coats haven’t gone out of style since, and I can’t imagine they will in the foreseeable future.
The Perfect Power-Dresser
As an FBI agent, this is to be expected. But, there was something about Dana Scully’s collected, no-nonsense demeanor that elevated her power suits. While the matching separates she wore then, bulky and shoulder-padded, may seem a bit outdated now, they can easily be updated and tailored for a modern and inspired fit. You can rock your very own Scully suit in 2018, and you absolutely should!
A Minimalist Icon
While Scully’s looks evolved over eleven seasons, her clean and classic style stayed the same. Scully has always loved her clean cuts, her tailored suits, and her muted color palette. She is, without a doubt, the ultimate style guru for minimalists everywhere.
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