Much like Carrie Bradshaw’s flower pin, Rachel Zoe’s oversized glasses, or Kate Moss’ skinny jeans, sometimes all it takes to define an icon’s style is one timeless piece. For spring, similar classics were reworked from decades past to bring the coolest looks of today. From ’40s chic to ’80s geek, we’re rehashing fashion’s greatest hits fit for an icon.

The LBD: ’50s

Glee diva Lea Michele revamps vintage wearing a glamorous lace update to Audrey Hepburn’s swing skirt and sumptuous silhouette.

(From left) Audrey Hepburn; Everyday Minerals, Lea Michele; Red Carpet Fashion Awards

Converse Sneakers: ’60s

Worn by nearly every rebellious musician for the past century, these old school sneaks have gone from replacing Elvis’ blue suede shoes to complimenting Lana Del Rey’s blue jeans.

(From left) Elvis; Fashion Preserve, Lana Del Rey; Grazia

Cut Off Jean Shorts: ’70s

Thank Daisy Duke for spawning the tightest, tiniest denim trend.

(From left) Catherine Bach; Classic TV Beauties, Selena Gomez; The Superficial

Head to toe Brights: ’80s

Kristen Wiig exercises her retro rights in this hot-hued jumpsuit inspired by Olivia Newton-John’s equally powered-up color palette.

(From left) Olivia Newton-John; Style Bungalow, Kristen Wiig; Zimbio