Paris Hilton copying Nicole Richie's look?

After watching Nicole transform from Paris' chubby sidekick to a fashion icon and celebrity in her own right, it appears the socialite may be trying to capitalize on the new mum's style.

While Paris, 27, has always been skinny, it appears she has slimmed down even further as she steps out in Beverly Hills with new boyfriend Benji Madden.

Dressed in a tiny white sundress and oversized sunglasses, Paris channeled the spirit of her old friend during a day out with her 29-year-old beau.

In recent months, Paris has followed in the footsteps of Nicole by landing rocker boyfriend Benji - identical twin brother of Nicole's partner Joel - dressing in her pal's trademark white and now losing weight.

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