26 of Serena van der Woodsen's most iconic outfits on 'Gossip Girl'

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While playing Serena, Blake Lively had some iconic looks on "Gossip Girl."
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On "Gossip Girl," the only thing more interesting than the juicy upper east side gossip is getting a glimpse at what the main characters in the show are wearing. This is especially true when it comes to the show's two female leads — Serena van der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf, played by Blake Lively and Leighton Meester.

Fans of the show know that Serena was a big fan of wearing Herve Leger bandage dresses just to get a cup of coffee.

She loved sequins and a good cut-out dress, owned hundreds of coats, and was rarely seen in a pair of flats. Most importantly, she fully owned every single look she waltzed outside in, even if it was completely inappropriate for the weather or occasion.

There are plenty of great Serena looks that come to mind when thinking about "Gossip Girl." Some were so good they're hard to forget.

Here are some of Serena van der Woodsen's best looks.

When she made her first appearance in this iconic Grand Central Terminal outfit.

It's one of her more casual looks.
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The first time we see Serena in the show, she's in an outfit that doesn't do justice to her style in later seasons. Still, it's a good look, and it's actually attainable.

When she walked through Paris in a cage dress and flats.

She somehow made it work.
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This look is classic Serena — she's pairing something outrageously expensive and glamorous with super-casual items for doing some shopping in Paris. For anyone else, a glittery cage dress paired with Oxford shoes, a blazer, a fedora, and a leopard print bag might look ridiculous, but on Serena, it's truly amazing.

When she looked like a Grecian goddess at the Hamptons white party.

She truly stole the show.
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One of the best Serena looks of all time has to be the one she wore to a Hamptons white party during the summer. She resembles a Grecian goddess with her white gown, mixed gold accents, and elegant updo. This look is a favorite among fans.

When she mastered the art of mixing prints.

It was university chic.
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Patterned wool tights, a striped blazer, a different striped tie, two different kinds of plaid, and two-tone Oxford shoes? This is the kind of thing only Serena could flawlessly pull off.

When she made you want to run out and buy a gold sequined blazer.

The outfit is super vibrant.
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It's impossible to forget this combo of bright blue pants, a simple striped tank, and a glittering gold sequin blazer. The shoulder pads only make it better.

When she nailed the boho, casual summer look.

She makes a statement.
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In the later seasons of "Gossip Girl"  it became increasingly rare to see Serena wearing a pair of pants, so whenever she did, it was usually worth noting. This outfit of pink linen pants, a loose tank, an oversized bag, and an early 2000's style belt is iconic.

When she proved that she is the queen of winter coats.

The subtle pop of plaid makes a statement.
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Serena's collection of winter coats is pretty legendary, and this grey coat certainly earns its place in her collection. By pairing the coat with plaid pants and over-the-knee boots, she manages to make it look even better.

When she stole all of the attention at the fashion show in this unexpected green dress.

The messy hair completes the look.
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Who can forget when Serena strutted down the runway at New York Fashion Week? This short, poofy green dress stole the show for a reason — Serena makes it look awesome.

When she kind of made you want to wear a school uniform again.

Her vibe was casual but glam.
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While Blair kept her school uniforms looking extra preppy, Serena always added accessories that made hers look more casual in a very glamorous way. This is only one example.

When she wore the perfect bright summer outfit as she wandered through the city.

The colors are perfectly paired.
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This mix of prints and colors could not be more perfect. Serena manages to make turquoise and bright orange look like they were made for each other.

When she took on the '70s theme and killed it in this gold gown.

Her curly hair was the perfect accessory.
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This Diane Von Furstenberg gown may as well have been made for Serena. Even the poofy curls and large gold necklace couldn't distract from how gorgeous it was.

When she kept it simple in this beautiful blue dress.

She kept it simple.
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Most of the time, Serena's looks were over the top with tons of accessories and lots of layers. This bright blue dress is just one example of how she could also keep her looks simple.

When she perfectly mixed two summery patterns for the cutest outfit.

The mix of patterns was great.
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Usually Serena's outfits could be described as glamorous or chic, but this look was incredibly cute. She perfectly mixed stripes and polka dots.

When she paired denim and sequins and totally nailed it.

She knows how to mix formal and casual.
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Here she is again, pairing something very casual (in this case, a denim shirt) with something very fancy (a sequin skirt). And, honestly, it looks great.

When she made her outfit look instantly more interesting with patterned tights.

It was very bold.
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Serena's choice of patterned tights spiced up an otherwise simple look in the best possible way.

When she showed up at a dance looking like a modern version of Belle from 'Beauty and The Beast.'

It was incredibly glamorous.
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Serena's wore this gorgeous gold gown in one of the earlier episodes of "Gossip Girl." It looks like a modern twist on Belle's iconic gown in the Disney classic.

When she pulled off a feathered vest.

She keeps the colors fairly neutral.
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With the statement necklace, mini skirt, and embellished vest, this outfit couldn't be more early 2000's. Still, it's too good not to mention.

When she proved she can rock a casual outfit.

Hailing a cab never looked so glam.
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Serena is almost always seen in heels throughout the show, but she switched it up every once in a while. The yellow top and patterned Oxford shoes keep her look from being boring.

When she wore sequins with plaid and made it work.

The gray outfit worked well.
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This outfit probably made viewers want to run out and buy a pair of over-the-knee socks for themselves. It's also an example of how well Serena mixed prints.

When she wore a ton of layers but still looked like she was ready for a fashion show.

She was probably warm, too.
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Even when she bundled up under several layers of giant sweaters and coats, Serena managed to look stylish and chic.

When she looked mixed red and orange satin, and didn't make it look weird.

It still worked.
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Red and orange satin pieces with patterned tights and a statement necklace is an unexpected mix. It's not for everyone, but Serena certainly pulled it off.

When she stepped out in the perfect autumn outfit.

She certainly knows how to layer.
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She even knows how to mix and match sequins, pairing a sequined skirt with a completely different sequined sweater.

When she demonstrated the power of a leather jacket.

She took her uniform to the next level.
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Simply adding a cropped leather jacket over her school uniform made Serena stand out in a way that wasn't too over-the-top.

When she got married in this gorgeous white and gold gown.

It was accented with gold.
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Of course, Serena didn't wear a typical white gown at her own wedding. This gold and white stunner will make you consider doing the same.

When she stood around in this jaw-dropping grey gown.

It was a statement outfit.
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Who could forget this stunning grey lace gown Serena wore to one of her many fancy events? It might just be her most perfect outfit of the entire show.

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