There's no better source of Y2K fashion inspiration than one of the noughties' style icons herself.&nbsp;

American TV personality and socialite <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/travel-living/nicole-richie-home-inspired-by-chanel-store" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nicole Richie</a> rose to prominence in the 2000s as the BFF of <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/pop-culture/paris-hilton-lindsay-lohan-reconcile-friendship-after-engagement-announcement" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Paris Hilton</a>. Fans watched the duo struggle at everyday jobs on their reality show The Simple Life, while they continued their party-girl ways at night&mdash;frequently documented in the pages of major tabloids and Y2K-era gossip blogs.
With so much media attention put on her and Hilton's style, Richie easily transitioned from reality TV into fashion. In 2008, she launched House of Harlow as a simple jewelry line. The brand has since expanded into accessories, apparel, shoes, and lifestyle products. However, with the resurgence in early-2000s fashion, many are looking back at her early years on the scene for wardrobe inspiration. After all, what better way to find nostalgic yet chic pieces than to draw from the iconic styles of Richie's early years in the spotlight?
Join L&rsquo;OFFICIEL as we take a look at some of the actress&rsquo;s best Y2K-style moments.&nbsp;

Jay-Z's 'The Dynasty' Release Party, 2000. (Photo via Getty Images).

Tommy Hilfiger party, 2000. (Photo via Getty Images)

Maxim Lounge Opening, 2001. (Photo via Getty Images)

Outside The Lounge Club in Los Angeles, 2001.(Photo via Getty Images)

Family Jewels Inc. Tea Party, 2002. (Photo via Getty Images)

Paris Hilton's Birthday Party, 2002. (Photo via Getty Images)

Vogue Takes Beverly Hills Grey Goose Party, 2002. (Photo via Getty Images).

Frederick of Hollywood's Fall 2002 Show. (Photo via Getty Images).

Keisha Whitaker's Birthday Party, 2002. (Photo via Getty Images).

2002 Glamour Magazine Don't Party.(Photo via Getty Images)

Pony and Nacional event, Los Angeles, 2002. (Photo via Getty Images)

Grand Opening of Social Hollywood with Lindsay Lohan in 2002. (Photo via Getty Images)

2003 Fox Summer Press Tour. (Photo via Getty Images)

Opening of the first Los Angeles Equinox Fitness Club, 2003. (Photo via Getty Images)

Billboard Music Awards, 2003. (Photo via Getty Images).

Launch of True Crime Streets Video Game in LA, 2003. (Photo via Getty Images)

Teen Vogue Young Hollywood Party, 2003. (Photo via Getty Images)

Miss Sixty Energie, 2003. (Photo via Getty Images)

Silver Spoon Beauty Buffet Sponsored by Allure, 2003. (Photo via Getty Images).

Launch party for 'How to Become Famous in Two Weeks or Less,' 2003. (Photo via Getty Images)

Avalon in Los Angeles, 2003. (Photo via Getty Images)

The Rip Curl Grand Opening in Santa Monica, 2003. (Photo via Getty Images)

'Simple Life 2' Welcome Home Party, 2004. (Photo via Getty Images)

Victoria's Secret Party, 2004. (Photo via Getty Images).

2004 Teen Choice Awards with Serena Williams and Tyra Banks. (Photo via Getty Images)

Playstation 2, The Underworld, E3 Party, 2004. (Photo via Getty Images)

GQ Magazine All-Stars Party, 2004. (Photo via Getty Images)

Music Festival in Park City, UT, 2004. (Photo via Getty Images)

'War of the Worlds' Premiere, 2005. (Photo via Getty Images)

Gap Body Bra Bar with Rachel Zoe, 2005. (Photo via Getty Images).

2005 Vanity Fair Oscars Party. (Photo via Getty Images)

Emmy Awards, 2005. (Photo via Getty Images).

Cipriani's Wall Street Concert Series with Lionel Richie, 2005. (Photo via Getty Images)

Create A Pepper Benefit, 2005. (Photo via Getty Images)

American Music Awards, 2006. (Photo via Getty Images).

Grand Opening of Diane Merrick Boutique, 2006. (Photo via Getty Images)

Olympus Fashion Week, 2006. (Photo via Getty Images)

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, 2008. (Photo via Getty Images)

DCMA Collective Flagship Store Opening in Los Angeles, 2008. (Photo via Getty Images).

Jenni Kayne and Andy Lecompte Salon Party, 2009. (Photo via Getty Images).

Nicole Richie at Glamour Magazine's Don't Party in 2002. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

Nicole Richie's Best Y2K Style Moments

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