Jessica Simpson Brings Grunge Y2K-inspired Glam Back

Jessica Simpson reverted back to her Y2K roots with dark glam during a performance on NBC’s “Today” on Wednesday in New York City, her first concert in years. Debuting her new single “Fade” and singing a medley of her old hits, the 45-year-old fearlessly danced around in smudged black eye shadow and a glossy pink lip, the same makeup combination belonging to her early 2000s persona.

The bubblegum blush on her cheekbones matched that of her gloss on stage, adding warmth to the otherwise moody aesthetic, which was comprised of charcoal shimmer dragged across her lids and under eyes, black liquid eyeliner and lash extensions. The aesthetic looked as if she’d added a touch more glitter to her eye makeup, she’d accidentally slept in; her eyebrows just as dark as the shadow below them. She added more sparkle to her appearance, particularly along her collarbone and in the middle of her chest, under her black cross pendant.

For her hair, Simpson opted against the tight curls she once loved to wear. Instead, her dirty blond tresses were loosely waved, which was the work of her longtime hairstylist Ken Paves, who famously works with Eva Longoria. Paves also styled Simpson’s hair later that night, parting her hair on the left side of her head and tucking it behind her ears.

Bringing her trendy bombshell mood into the 21st century, Simpson opted for long, almond-shaped talons with unique designs and three-dimensional embellishments. Though nail trends seem to be settling on short, natural nails recently, the long-tip extensions were the desired style for the last few years.

Simpson’s music hiatus started after the release of her 2010 holiday album, “Happy Christmas.” Fifteen years later, she’s returned to the main stage, dropping her latest work titled “Nashville Canyon.” Part one out of the two-part installment officially debuted on March 21 with just five tracks. Her single “Fade” is the first hit to be announced as part of “Nashville Canyon Part Two.”