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Nia Long Core Is the Only ‘90s Fashion Inspiration to Copy This Fall

Cozy staples and bold accessories

Chelsea Candelario

By Chelsea Candelario

Published Sep 12, 2025

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When Nia Long appeared as Lisa Wilkes on The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, she became a ‘90s style icon with her athleisure staples, bold accessories and monochromatic moments. Fast-forward since her first appearance and so much of her fashion is back—and as a fellow petite gal (Google says she’s 5’2), I’m particularly excited to channel my inner ‘90s Nia Long. Whether it’s Lisa Wilkes’s chic and comfy staples or Nina Mosley’s academia realness, here’s how you recreate her style—plus, all the pieces you’ll need in your wardrobe.

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Beauty and Cultures Editor

Chelsea Candelario

Beauty and Cultures Editor

  • Writes trend stories, product reviews and how-tos across beauty, cultures, fashion and entertainment
  • Six years of experience as a Beauty Editor
  • Studied journalism with a minor in creative writing at SUNY New Paltz

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