I have always been captivated by the fashion on the big screen. The costume designers put together clothes, which continue the story line being portrayed and have been fabulous in creating memorable moments and images. If only I had the talent….sigh!
Image 1 – Rita Moreno – West Side Story
My favourite all time look, when I was younger, and was shared by Mom, was Rita Moreno, in her lilac dress dancing to America in West Side Story. That dress was perfect for Rita and for the dance. It was fluid, with simple lines, and I adored the colour. Even now, whenever I see this scene, I think of my Mom.
My Mom was a seamstress and designer. She never used a pattern, but was able to sew beautiful clothes. Especially when I was younger, it was challenging to find clothes that properly fit me, but with my Mom, I had custom made dresses, tops, shorts, skirts, school bags – you name it! Had she been alive and able, she would have definitely made clothes for my kids.
Image 2 – Audrey Hepburn – My Fair Lady
If I had had a Western wedding, I would have had this dress re-created to wear. The dress in question is worn by Audrey Hepburn’s character on her debut at her first ball. The Empire Waist, the beading, her jewellery – all exquisite. Every time she makes her first appearance, I am in awe. And to top it off, the perfect up do. It is just elegance refined.
Image 3 – Anne Hathaway – The Devil Wears Prada
So many iconic looks, but my favourite is Andy’s outfit when she is told by Miranda Priestly, that she is going to Paris with her for Fashion Week; a crisp white shirt, black short sleeves sweater, Chanel necklace and tweed hat – that is my fashion love letter. I am actually wearing a play on this today, only my sweater is Pink for International Day of Pink and alas, no hat! But I love a great hat to finish off my outfits!
Image 4 – Faye Dunaway – The Thomas Crown Affair
Faye’s character exudes style, grace and confidence in every look. A mix of blazers, mini skirts and turtlenecks, with delightfully stylish hats – Chef’s kiss! When she attends to play Chess at Steve McQueen’s house, she is wearing a gorgeous lilac coat, which she then removes to reveal a chiffon layered dress that is coquettish and pretty at the same time. Perfection.
This has been so much fun and I am looking forward to sharing more looks! For me fashion is a part of representing who I am and providing me with the confidence to be my best self. I am constantly getting ideas from other people and now being older, I know what works for my body and style, which is great.
But that’s just one Diva’s view.
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