Ah, isn’t hindsight just a wonderful thing?
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston’s relationship was something of an enigma back in the day – a Hollywood fairy tale that will live on in our minds, despite its two leading characters parting ways over a decade ago.
And while we’ve never lost that little bit of hope that the pair might find each other again in some way, the odds haven’t exactly been in our favour.
That said, there’s no reason to think the two can’t be amicable – and for us to literally melt over even the smallest hint of the feat.
So if that means a picture of what was likely a three-second reunion between the pair while they were backstage at an awards show, we’ll damn well take it.
Pictured and pinpointed: The exact moment the internet lost the plot.
(Getty)Of course, following their SAG Awards run-in that sent the internet into various states of meltdown, rumours are rife that the pair are back on in the romantic sense.
But taking everything with a grain of salt, we’ve instead found another way to celebrate the couple of the 20th and 21st century.
Yep, these two were the ultimate original fashion power couple, and no, we will not hear any argument against it.
If you needed proof of said achievement, look no further than below.
We decided to embark on the ever-so-non-arduous task of finding every single picture of the pair that practically screams 90s and 00s chic.
Keep scrolling for the ultimate stroll down memory lane – what a journey it was.
1998
The year was 1998. Britney Spears’ Baby One More Time was reaching its peak, Buffy the Vampire Slayer was our go-to TV show … and Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston were a real life, loved-up couple. Life was good.
1998 2
Seriously, the world was not even ready for the Hollywood power couple that was to be. Brad was already in the throes of big-time movie-stardom , while Jennifer was absolutely slaying the small-screen as the iconic Rachel Green on Friends. A match made in heaven, some would say.
1999
And boy did they give us a spectacle to behold. Embodying the trends of the time, the couple were the epitome of 90s fashion. Just a quick glimpse of Jen’s bare hip bones will tell you that.
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Seriously, the gal was a big fan of a humble low-waisted trouser. She wore these everywhere, from the shops to the red carpet – and she somehow pulled it off every time.
1999 Emmy Awards
Behold the 1999 Emmy Awards – Jen embraced dreadlock-chic (wild), while Brad was zero per cent bothered by so-called red-carpet attire. Those sunnies, bro.
2000
As the 1990s came to an end, Brad and Jen peaked with the trend of the decade. It turns out couples who leather together … split up five years later. But hey, they looked good while they lasted.
2000 Beverly Hilton Hotel
Attending a glitzy evening at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in 2000, these two had fully solidified themselves as our OTP forevermore.
2000 Vanity Fair Oscars Party
That same year, they glammed up for the Vanity Fair Oscars Party. Honestly, stop it you guys.
2000 Emmy Awards
And let’s not forget Jen’s siren red dress for the Emmy Awards. We’ll call it right now – 2000 was a big fashun mood.
2001 Rock Star Premiere 2
Fast-forward to 2001 and the pair were all smiles at the Rock Star premiere – Jen at it again with the bare hipbones. What a moment.
2001 Friends The One With The Rumour
Never, ever forget. In 2001, Brad Pitt made a glorious cameo in Friends, playing a former schoolmate of Rachel’s who harboured a deep-rooted hatred for her. What a time to be alive.
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2001 The Mexican premiere
Attending a premiere for The Mexican, Brad and Jen semi-synchronised their monochrome ensemles. This is like an aesthetically pleasing version of Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake’s double denim monstrosity.
2001 Golden Globes
At it again with the matching, the 2001 Golden Globes were a pant-clad spectacle on both parts.
2001 Rock Star Premiere
Brad, Jen, and Jen’s famous hip bones were out in force for the 2001 Rock Star film premiere.
2001 Spy Game premiere
That same year, the couple were early noughties fashion goals at a premiere for Spy Game.
2002 Emmy Awards
For the 2002 Emmy’s, Jennifer’s pink embellished gown was pure heaven. Unsure what’s up with Brad’s hair at this stage, but we’ll let it slide.
2002 Emmy Awards 2
Seriously. These two are a forever vibe.
2002 The Bourne Identity premiere
It wouldn’t be an early 2000s fashion wrap without at least one tunic appearing over a pair of straight leg jeans now would it? Meanwhile, Brad’s facial hair grows even longer…
2002 Full Frontal premiere
At the 2001 Full Frontal premiere, Brad and Jen were Californian chic to an absolute T.
2002 The Good Girl premiere
And let’s never forget the power of a satin skirt, eh?
2002 The Good Girl premiere 2
Attending The Good Girl film premiere, Jen was a 90s and 00s goddess. Brad? Well… he kind of tried.
2003 IFP Independent Spirit Awards
In 2003, the pair went all hip and cool at the IFP Independent Spirit Awards.
2004 Along Came Polly premiere
And in 2004, Jen got on-board the bangs-wagon like the trendy thing she is.
2004 Cannes Film Festival 2
That same year, the pair attended the Cannes Film Festival, and in the process provided a loved-up sight for sore eyes.
2004 Cannes Film Festival 1
And then Jen posed in a sandwich of pure heaven. Yes, Brad. Yes, Orlando.
2004 Emmy Awards 1
Jen’s Emmy Awards dress in 2004 was also a winner grinner.
2004 Emmy Awards 2
And as it was one of the last times the pair were pictured together as a married couple before they split in 2005, we’re pretty damn happy they went out with a bang.
