Just because there isn’t a Webster (read: Wikipedia) definition for “fashion film” doesn’t mean they’re not a thing. Some movies throughout the decades have brought major style to the big screen without necessarily being about fashion themselves. Like? Three of our cult-classic favorites, whose eternal characters still inspire our summer style today.
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The Great Gatsby
There’s no flapper-era character more notable than Daisy Buchanan. She took on the Roaring Twenties in beaded frocks complete with sparkly headbands and chandelier earrings (serious wedding-season inspo). During the day, flowing chiffon dresses with fluttering sleeves were her go-tos for beating the summer heat – and they’re ours now.
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Lolita
Like most controversial subjects, Lolita sparked a (fashion) movement. The character continues to inspire designers looking to recreate her retro vibe. Crop tops and skirt sets are everywhere right now, making us think back to this heart-shaped-sunglasses-wearing teen and her style staples: sweetheart necklines, high-waisted bikinis, ditsy-daisy prints, and a smattering of red lipstick.
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Sex and the City
From TV to silver screen, Carrie Bradshaw epitomizes the unique magpie street style of NYC. One day she’s traipsing through Central Park in a silk slip dress and a lace coat, and the next, she’s sipping cocktails in a tank and sailor shorts. But what’s most iconic about Carrie’s sartorial choices (besides her tousled, curly locks) is her talent for mixing up designer accessories and body-skimming sheaths.
By Elizabeth Burns, Fashion Editor
