Hilary Duff isn’t easing back into music — she’s stepping straight into a bolder, sharper era. With the upcoming release of her first album in more than ten years, luck… or something, Duff is making it clear that both her sound and her style have evolved. And her new music video for “Roommates” leaves no room for doubt.
Released on January 15, the video matches the energy of the song itself: sultry, confident, and unapologetically grown. While “Roommates” may be one of Duff’s most daring tracks to date, the visuals do just as much talking — especially when it comes to fashion.
Throughout the video, Duff experiments with lingerie-inspired styling in a way that feels intentional rather than provocative for shock value. In one scene, she appears in a cropped pine-green top with a plunging neckline left partly unbuttoned. The detail that catches the eye is subtle but deliberate: a white bra strap peeking through, turning the exposed-bra trend into something restrained yet undeniably sexy. She pairs the top with a silver sequined mini skirt featuring a silky pale-pink waistband tied at the side, grounding the look with bare feet and a delicate silver choker.
Later, Duff switches it up with a fresh twist on the same trend. This time, she wears a cropped white tank top with a ruffled off-the-shoulder neckline, revealing an orange bra underneath. The contrast feels playful rather than overt. High-waisted navy shorts and a gold pendant necklace complete the look, shifting the mood without losing the edge.
The video also includes a cinematic callback longtime fans instantly recognize. As rain begins pouring through the ceiling and floods the room, Duff’s stoic on-screen lover stands unfazed — a clear nod to her iconic 2003 “Come Clean” video. The reference bridges her past and present, reinforcing how far she’s come.
For the rain-soaked sequence, Duff slips into a butter-yellow sundress with a cross-cross halter neckline and wrap-around pleats. The hem is ultra-short with a subtle leg slit, and sheer geometric panels add an extra layer of intrigue. Once drenched, the fabric becomes even more translucent, turning the dress into one of the video’s most striking moments.
With “Roommates,” Hilary Duff doesn’t just revisit old imagery — she reclaims it. The exposed-bra trend, the sheer fabrics, and the nostalgic callbacks all serve one purpose: to show a woman fully in control of her image, her music, and the story she’s telling now.
