28 Times Blake Lively Dressed Like Serena van der Woodsen in Real Life
'Gossip Girl' prep will never go out of style.


The California girl has come a long way since her days of ripped hip-huggers and graphic tees on the red carpet. Blake Lively has blossomed into a veritable style icon, with much credit owed to her role as the ever-styish Upper East-Sider, Serena van der Woodsen, in the TV series Gossip Girl. We're taking a look back at her best on-screen ensembles and the off-screen looks they inspired.

Purple Haze Twins

Oxford Shirting Twins

LBR (Little Black Romper) Twins

Citron Pop Twins

Cognac Leather Twins

Graphic Tribe Twins

Waterfall Blue Dress Twins

Preppy Shirt and Vest Twins

Red Alert Twins

Chiffon Tiers Twins

White Blazer Twins

Monochrome Maxi Twins

Sheer Lace Dress Twins

Liquid Gold Twins

Sequins and Shorts Twins

Red and Black Cloak Twins

Black Booty Shorts Twins

Embellished Topper Twins

Tank and Sequin Skirt Twins

Ruffled Blooms Twins

Grecian Goddess Twins

Black Lace Bodysuit Twins

Pretty in Pink Twins

Mellow Yellow Twins

Oxblood Bondage Neckline Twins

Fringe Twins

Fur Stole Twins
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I am an experienced editor, writer, and creative strategist, specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content for digital media outlets, as well as video and social platforms. While I currently operate as a freelance contributor/consultant, with such clients as The Zoe Report, my 10+-year background in the industry was cultivated at the dot-coms of elite publications, including Harper’s BAZAAR, ELLE, and Marie Claire.
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