Your summer fashion SOS was heard and answered.
Whether you’re looking forward to a breezy summer on the East Coast or a sun-bathing Euro summer, Mamma Mia! contains all the early 00s trends and styles that continue to influence generation after generation.
The worldwide infamous musical and movie was originally written by British playwright Catherine Johnson and two ABBA band members Benny Andersson and Bjrn Ulvaeus that became the sensation it is today when it caught the attention of theater producer Judy Craymer.
Craymer became intrigued at the idea after she watched the 1983 musical Chess, based on the book by Tim Rice about a chess tournament that took place during the Cold War timeline and the personal and intimate relationships that ensued, much like Mamma Mia! itself.
Both Andersson and Ulvaus wrote the music for Chess, and after Craymer heard the band’s song “The Winner Takes It All,” the rest, as they say, was history.
The musical first debuted in London, England in the spring of 1999 and then the United States in the fall of 2000. Mamma Mia! made its Broadway debut in October of 2001, where it continues to play to this day.
In fact, the musical is still among the most popular today, and has performed on stage in more than 40 countries across the United States, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, and has grossed in over $2 billion dollars internationally.
The film adaptation, directed by Phyllida Lloyd, was released in July 2008 and starred Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Juloe Walters, Christine Brasinksi, among others.
Mamma Mia! The Movie used Johnson’s original screenplay and musical book, and Craymer, Andersson, and Ulvaeus served as executive producers with the latter two composing the music for the film as well.
And when Mamma Mia! The Movie hit the theaters, it gave us characters, scenes, and outfits that became its own culture.
The movie went on to win Meryl Streep the 2009 People’s Choice Award for Favorite Song From a Soundtrack, as well as a Rembrandt Award for Streep as Best International Actress and Best International Film for the movie itself.
The film was even nominated for a Grammy, two Golden Globes, and a BAFTA Award.
It’s quite clear the influence of Mamma Mia! and it’s influence in both the theatrical, musical, and film world are far from over, for, just when you thought the fun of ABBA’s songs had danced its final dance, the cast and crew went on to film and producer a sequel in 2018 titled, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again with all of the original cast plus some new fan-favorites.
The only person missing from the sequel was Streep, whose absence from the film was significant, because the actress has set her boundaries in Hollywood, one of them being that she does not reprise her roles again in spin-offs or sequels.
Thus, the sequel encapsulated all of the joy it’s predecessor gave us, proving the legacy of Mamma Mia! is one that cannot be contained to a mere 15 minutes of fame.
Today, Mamma Mia! continues to play in theaters and on Broadway, as well as referenced throughout pop culture and in media.
One of the film’s aspects which made it so popular was its European boho-chic fashion that people continue to recreate today.
So if you’re feeling young and sweet, only 17, you can have the time of your life in these Mamma Mia! summer outfits below!
1.
Jeffrey Campbell Kassandra Sculpted Two-Piece Wedge Sandals
Cider Satin Cowl Neck Solid Zipper Tank Top
Amazon Sparkle Sequin Mini Skirt
Subtle Statements NYC Fan-Shaped Shell Earrings
Best Buy Vivitar Point and Shoot Camera
2. 
Micas Zip Front Strapless Corset Top
Zara FLARE JEANS WITH A HIGH WAIST
LC Lauren Conrad Cellarz Two-Tone Oversized Square Sunglasses
Lulus Picturesque Charm Black Faux Leather Shoulder Bag
Target Women’s Clarisse Strappy Kitten Heels with Memory Foam Insole – A New Day™
3. 
Triangl VINCA – FITZ Triangle Bikini Set
Lane Bryant Gold Tone Large Hoop Earrings
Lulus Vacay Bound Cream Crochet Tote Bag
Aritzia The Ex-boyfriend Hi-rise Denim Short
Adidas Women’s Gazelle Bold Athletic Shoe – Clear Sky
4. 
Ann Taylor Studio Collection Metallic Skinny Strap Sandals
Conan Sequined tank top with open back
Amazon KASBAH Sequin Skirt for Women
Gemini Jewels Silver Flower Hair Clip
Lulus Gwenda Black Satin Rhinestone Flower Mini Handbag
5. 
BooHoo Metallic Ruffle Clutch Bag
Ettika Mermaid Cove Starfish Necklace
Birkenstock Madrid Big Buckle Raffia
Finesse Norma Baby Blue Chiffon Cami Top
DISSH ARI WHITE LINEN TIERED MAXI SKIRT
6. 
Jewelry Buzz Box Ninja Starfish Earrings
Amazon AeraVida Tropical & Stylish White Mother of Pearl Mosaic Bangle Bracelet
Kohl’s Adornia 14k Gold Plated Interlocked Bracelets
Zara METALLIC HALTER BIKINI TOP
Blume Organics Voyager Rainbow Moonstone Ring
Sunkissed Sand Free Beach Towel
7. 
Lulus Junipero Gold Beaded Clutch
Spartina Sea La Vie Necklace Happy Dance/Crab
Amazon Women’s Summer Beach Low Heel Sandals
8. 
Balyshop Fashion Mikayla Bralet Mesh Top
Finesse Vanessa Turquoise Sequin Knit Skirt
Peppermayo Nurture Flower Bracelet – Gold
Steve Madden Hadyn Crochet Raffia
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Amazon Chinese Laundry Women’s Lana Soft Velvet Slide Sandal
Lovisa Burgundy Frangipani Hair Claw Clip
USS Oliver Women’s Handbag Woven Beach
Balyshop Waytois Floral Knitted Top
Princess Polly Tller Flared Jean Dark Denim
Redbubble Mamma Mia Diary Donna’s Floral Journal
10. 
Amazon 14K Gold Plated Chunky Ocean Wave Ring
Let’s Bag It Half Moon Denim Shoulder Bag
Zara METALLIC THREAD AND SEQUIN DRESS
Tranquil Journey Lotus Aquamarine Gemstone Bracelet
Happy Mamma Mia summer!
