100 Iconic Fashion and Beauty Products That Have Stood the Test of Time
Every single one is an oldie but goodie.
No matter how old you are, there are certain products—a perfume, a pair of classic pumps, a nail polish shade—that will always take you back to a specific time period. A shade of lipstick could remind you of your mother, like M.A.C.'s Ruby Woo (which Tracee Ellis Ross stole from her mother Diana Ross in the '90s and still wears to this day), or a whiff of Chanel No.5 that might remind you of your beloved great-aunt. Some products are so good you can't help but go back to them time and time again, just like your mother (and maybe even your grandmother!) did before you. We depend on them to get us through our coldest winters, roughest sunburns, and in our greatest fashion moments. Below, we've rounded up 100 timeless beauty and fashion items you're sure to pass on to your loved ones in the future. You've probably heard of most of them, but if you haven't been introduced to these classics yet, you're so very welcome.
LA MER Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream
Since 1995.
Urban Decay Naked2 Eyeshadow Palette
Since 2010.
The Wonderbra
Since 1955.
Essie "Wicked" Nail Polish
Since 1986.
Calvin Klein Underwear
Since 1971.
RODIN olio lusso Luxury Face Oil
Since 2007.
Sperrys Original Boat Shoe
Since 1935.
Levi's Jeans
Since 1853.
Calvin Klein Slip Dress
Since 1996.
M.A.C. Ruby Woo Matte Lipstick
Since 1999.
American Apparel Bodysuit
Since 1989.
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel
Since 1968.
ALWAYS Pads
Since 1983.
Canada Goose Jacket
Since 1957.
Diane von Furstenberg DVF Wrap Dress
Since 1973.
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Cherries in the Snow
Since 1957.
Crest 3D Whitestrips
Since 2001.
Manolo Blahnik BB Pumps
Since 1971.
Vaseline Original Petroleum Jelly
Since 1872.
Chuck Taylor All Star Low Tops
Since 1932.
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream
Since 1851.
Steve Madden Platforms
Since 1990.
Supreme Jacket
Since 1994.
Skechers
Since 1992.
Banana Boat Soothing Aloe After Sun Gel with Aloe Vera
Since 1987.
Nike Classic Cortez Sneaker
Since 1972.
Members Only Jacket
Since 1975.
Gucci Tennis Shoes
Since 1921.
Banana Boat Sunscreen
Since 1987.
Havaianas
Since 1962.
Garnier Fructis Gel
Since 1904.
Reebok Sneakers
Since 1958.
La Perla Silk Pajamas
Since 1954.
Caboodles
Since 1987.
Chanel Le Vernis Nail Polish in Vamp
Since 1994.
Vans
Since 1966.
Dior Diorissimo Perfume
Since 1956.
Spanx
Since 2000.
Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Lip & Cheek Stain
Since 1976.
Goody Scrunchies
Since 1980.
Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Girl Eau de Toilette 3.4 Ounce
Since 1996.
Aussie Miracle Moist Shampoo
Since 1979.
Crocs
Since 2002.
Johnson's Baby Oil
Since 1936.
Lancôme Juicy Tubes Lipgloss
Since 2001.
Cartier Love Bracelet
Since 1969.
Chanel N°5 Parfum
Since 1921.
Dial Complete Soap
Since 1948.
Birkenstocks
Since 1774.
Adidas Slides
Since 1963.
Miss Dior Original Perfume
Since 1947.
Puma Clyde Sneakers
Since 1968.
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
Since 1947.
Uggs
Since 1978.
Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes
Since 2007.
Kipling Presto Fanny Pack
Since 1987.
The North Face® Denali Fleece Jacket
Since 1968.
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock
Since 1908.
Juicy Couture Velour Jacket & Jogger Pants
Since 2001.
The Original BeautyBlender
Since 1993.
NARS Blush in Orgasm
Since 1994.
Hunter Rain Boots
Since 1956.
Adidas Superstar
Since 1969.
Band-Aids
Since 1886.
Mason Pearson Hairbrush
Since 1885.
Adidas Stan Smiths
Since 1973.
Burberry Trench Coat
Since 1912.
Lip Smacker Lip Balm
Since 1973.
Burt's Bees Lip Balm
Since 1991.
Tampax Tampons
Since 1931.
gap Gap Overalls
Since 1969.
Gold Bond Gold Bond Body Powder
Since 1882.
Goody Goody Girls Ouchless Elastics
Since 1980.
gap Gap Icon Denim Jacket
Since 1969.
Goody Goody Barrettes
Since 1980.
Christian Roth Sunglasses
Since 1992.
Moroccanoil Moroccanoil
Since 2006.
Nair Nair Hair Remover
Since 2001.
Lacoste Lacoste Polo
Since 1933. (Use a Lacoste promo code before buying yours.)
Chanel Chanel No. 19 Perfume
Since 1971.
Ray-Ban Ray-Ban Aviators
Since 1937.
Chanel Chanel Cuir de Russie Perfume
Since 1927.
Dr. Martens Dr. Martens Combat Boots
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Converse Converse All Star High Tops
Since 1917. (Hot tip: Before you buy yours, scoop up a Converse promo code.)
Swatch Swatch Watch
Since 1983.
Timberland Timberlands
Since 1973.
JanSport JanSport Right Pack Backpack
Since 1967.
Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Hilfiger Bucket Hat
Since 1985.
Garnier Fructis Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Conditioner
Since 1904.
Maybelline Maybelline Great Lash Washable Mascara
Since 1977.
L'Oreal Paris L'Oreal "No Tears" Kids Shampoo
Since 1998
ChapStick ChapStick
Since 1912.
O.P.I. O.P.I. "Lincoln Park After Dark" Nail Polish
Since 2005.
Hanes Hanes Plain White T
Since 1901.
Maybelline Maybelline Baby Lips Moisturizing Lip Balm
Since 2012.
lucky brand Lucky Jean Skirt
Since 1990.
eos EOS Lip Balm
Since 2009.
Hermés Hermés Silk Scarf
Since 1937.
Wolford Wolford Bodysuit
Since 1995.
Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Hilfiger Joggers
Since 1951.
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