Inspired by this New York Times interview by Lindsay Mannering, we dive headfirst into Jessica Simpson’s memoir Open Book. Join us as we travel back in time to the early aughts, when jean waistlines were low, cargo pants were plentiful, and Jessica reigned supreme (behind Britney and Xtina). 

Further Reading:

• Open Book reviews: New Yorker, LA Times, Washington Post.
• Vintage Dlisted on Papa Joe Simpson.

Music used (links to videos for your viewing pleasure/pain): 

• Sinking Sand, With You, I Wanna Love You Forever, I Think I’m in Love & Remember That by Jessica Simpson. 
• Give Me Just One Night (Una Noche), I Do (Cherish You) by 98 Degrees.
• Pieces of Me by Ashlee Simpson

Clips: 

• Mickey Mouse Club audition nightmare
• Nick and Jessica on Oprah
• Chicken of the Sea
• Newlyweds episode part one, part two
• Drunk on Ellen

Misc.

• Jessica Simpson Collection jeggings
• Jessica's house