10 Most Iconic Fashion Films Of All Time
Funny Face (1957)
Few films capture the joyful connection between fashion, music, and cinema like Funny Face. Audrey Hepburn plays Jo Stockton, a timid bookstore clerk who unexpectedly becomes the muse of famous photographer Dick Avery, played by Fred Astaire. The whirlwind journey takes her from New York’s quiet corners to glamorous Paris, where she finally gets to explore her intellectual dreams.
The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
The Devil Wears Prada remains the definitive fashion workplace comedy, revealing the intense world behind glossy magazine pages. Anne Hathaway stars as Andy Sachs, an aspiring journalist who becomes the assistant to Miranda Priestly, the icy editor of Runway, played by Meryl Streep. Andy is quickly immersed in a culture of perfection, designer labels, and relentless expectations. Hilarious dialogue, memorable transformations, and standout performances from Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci make the journey irresistible.
Coco Before Chanel (2009)
Satirical, surreal, and visually daring, Who Are You, Polly Maggoo? delivers a playful critique of fashion’s excesses. Directed by photographer William Klein, the film follows model Polly as she becomes the subject of media fascination, revealing the industry’s superficiality with sharp humor. Every frame feels like a glossy magazine spread, capturing the futuristic, experimental style of the 1960s.
Who Are You, Polly Maggoo? (1966)
Satirical, surreal, and visually daring, Who Are You, Polly Maggoo? delivers a playful critique of fashion’s excesses. Directed by photographer William Klein, the film follows model Polly as she becomes the subject of media fascination, revealing the industry’s superficiality with sharp humor. Every frame feels like a glossy magazine spread, capturing the futuristic, experimental style of the 1960s.
Prêt-à-Porter (1994)
Robert Altman’s Prêt-à-Porter is a chaotic, witty love letter and jab to the fashion world. Set during Paris Fashion Week, the film follows designers, models, journalists, and celebrities as they react to the mysterious death of a powerful fashion official. Shot in a mockumentary style, it features a star-studded lineup, including Sophia Loren, Julia Roberts, and Naomi Campbell, along with runway footage from real designers of the era.
The Dressmaker (2015)
Dark humor meets high fashion in The Dressmaker, where Kate Winslet plays Tilly Dunnage, a talented seamstress returning to her small Australian hometown after years abroad. Armed with couture skills and fierce determination, Tilly transforms the town’s women with striking silhouettes, luxurious fabrics, and Paris-inspired glamour. But beneath the beauty lies a mission: confronting the community that once cast her out.
Mahogany (1975)
In Mahogany, Diana Ross shines as Tracy Chambers, a design student whose bold ambition propels her from Chicago to Rome’s elite fashion world. The film revels in the glamour, drama, and spectacle of high society, yet also confronts Tracy’s emotional conflict as she chooses between fame and meaningful community ties back home.
House of Gucci (2021)
House of Gucci dramatizes the turbulent real-life story behind one of fashion’s most famous empires. Lady Gaga stars as Patrizia Reggiani, whose marriage into the Gucci family ignites a series of betrayals, power struggles, and ultimately murder. The film spans decades of luxury, excess, and shifting family dynamics.
Cruella (2021)
Cruella reimagines the origin story of one of Disney’s most stylish villains, placing her in London’s rebellious 1960s fashion scene. Emma Stone plays Estella, a bold and misunderstood designer who challenges tradition and authority with daring creations. The film leans into punk energy, dramatic rivalries, eccentric characters, and spectacular, over-the-top runway theatrics.
Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)
Satirical, surreal, and visually daring, Who Are You, Polly Maggoo? delivers a playful critique of fashion’s excesses. Directed by photographer William Klein, the film follows model Polly as she becomes the subject of media fascination, revealing the industry’s superficiality with sharp humor. Every frame feels like a glossy magazine spread, capturing the futuristic, experimental style of the 1960s.
