Versace Dress from “13 Going On 30” Becomes Pop Culture Icon

The movie “13 Going On 30” has left an enduring mark thanks largely to its leading lady Jennifer Garner’s style choices as adult character Jenna Rink. The costume designer, Susie DeSanto, meticulously selected high-end brands like Miu Miu and Versace for the film’s fictional women’s magazine Poise in order to depict Jenna’s youthful outlook on fashion. However, it was a shimmering Versace mini dress with rhinestone embellishments that stole the show during an iconic party scene. The color-blocked piece featured turquoise, lime green and maroon hues and helped cement Garner as one of Hollywood’s most stylish stars at the time. Its popularity has only grown over two decades; Ariana Grande donned a replica on “The Voice” in 2021 while TikTok users have created viral videos dressed similarly to scenes from the film. Despite this, DeSanto noted that it wasn’t considered the movie’s most critical look at the time as producers were more focused on other aspects of the production. The dress has become a beloved artifact for those hoping to replicate Rink’s thirtysomething glamour –- proof once again how pop culture trends infiltrate real life.