Cult movies that made a breakthrough in fashion: you should watch them

Although the world of fashion and cinema are completely different, they sometimes influence each other. There are some films that have become truly iconic and have had a profound impact on fashion and trendsetters for several decades, as well as laid the foundation for a particular style. We can, of course, recall more vintage films and cinema classics, but as a stylist, I wanted to take a look at those films that you have definitely watched and thanks to which, in my opinion, a breakthrough in fashion really took place.

Sex and the City

Of course, this series and its characters can be considered the main style icons of our time. After each episode, women all over the world swept off the shelves to find clothes and shoes that even slightly resembled those worn by the show's characters. Just think of Carrie's tulle skirt, which remained a hit for a decade! You saw it all on the screen and then on the streets or even in the mirror: a combination of fur and sandals, fantastic clutches and flowers on clothes, and brands. The legendary Manolo Blahnik, Richard Tyler, Jimmy Choo, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Dior, Blumarine, Chanel, Chloe, Prada, Roberto Cavalli be that originals or replicas magically moved to the streets of all fashion cities of the world.

Emily in Paris

Although the creators of this series have shamefully tarnished the reputation of a Ukrainian girl, it is a hit in terms of commercial performance! Darren Star, the same guy who produced Sex and the City, did not lose with the fashion theme here. We can see countless looks and trendy items that were repeated by almost all Instagram influencers. Although the outfits were criticized for their impracticality, such as stilettos on the cobblestones of Paris and clichés like "French" berets, everyone copied the colored boots.

The Matrix

Laconic and mystical looks were immediately loved by everyone, and the classic black leather raincoat became a must-have in the wardrobe for many years. Blinde Eyewear's black glasses, slicked-up hairstyles, total black and masculinity were especially popular with bold youth at the turn of the millennium, when rebellion was at its peak.

The Devil Wears Prada

A dream movie that shows the not-so-perfect but perfectly refined world of fashion from the inside has become an inspiration for many girls and women. It certainly shows the sophistication of the style of all the characters and the unsurpassed work of the stylists. It's a feast for the eyes with countless outfits that millions of women have taken to their hearts: a cap with a sweater, beads on a shirt, and that very blue color. "Sky blue" from Oscar de la Renta, as the heroine Meryl Streep sarcastically noted. This film has become a kind of style guide that can be used to collect worthy looks for all occasions

Coco Before Chanel

This picture was eagerly watched by everyone involved in fashion. And they were not disappointed! Don't tell me you didn't take out your pearl beads of the little black dress afterwards. The movie about Chanel has inspired many people to embrace femininity and classics, and the legendary tweed suits have reappeared on women in the office, on the streets, and on the town. However, the current shows of this fashion house, unfortunately, do not impress with anything fresh and are far from experiments. We hope for a new creative director of Chanel who will breathe life and freshness into this plush classic.

Pulp Fiction

This postmodern work of Tarantino clearly showed the style of the entire 90s, with references to the 60s, 70s and 80s! Each character looked cool and matched the character. All the looks - from the Hawaiian shirt to the oversized men's shirt worn by the main character, along with the stylish "square with straight bangs" hairstyle - became a real symbol of the film. Did you get your hair cut the same way after the movie's release?

Cruella

It was like a new breath of creativity in an ocean of primitive looks from other films. I don't know a single costume corporate event where Cruella's look is not present. A kind of mix of femininity and classics and 70s London punk, audacity and sexuality, and maybe excessive pathos. Nevertheless, this is what is the most memorable.

Finally, thanks to this movie, it has become more fashionable to be brighter and not be afraid to show yourself and your potential. Military boots with rough soles, leather jackets with rough metallic accessories, red lipstick, huge hairstyles: all this also flooded the streets and nightclubs when fashionistas around the world were inspired by Cruella's courage.

Have you ever imitated or copied any of the looks from the above movies? Just think back: you may not have even noticed it, but you dressed like the heroines of these movies. After all, the powerful influence of cinema on culture and fashion is really very, very great...