The costume department for New Girl expertly nailed Jess Day’s ultra-feminine, bubbly, preppy style with a kaleidoscope of colors and patterns to capture her bright essence. Despite this, the maximalism in her outfits doesn’t quite translate to the trends of today, which got me thinking: what would Jessica Day wear in 2024?

To understand this and catch a glimpse into a modern-day version of Jess, first we must understand what her style is: twee. The exact definition of this word is “affectedly or excessively dainty, delicate, quaint or cute.” Moreover, the word curiously has British origins, linking back to the 60’s/70’s “Mod” style that featured crisp lines, big lashes, bangs and patterns. These things are still relevant to today’s trends, but in more evolved, “refined” ways.

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