13 Iconic Fashion Trends Inspired by Movies

For as long as there have been films, timeless fashion styles have become groundbreaking trends. Some stylish movies have blessed us with looks we still recreate.

From glamorous gowns to edgy, youthful fits, there are unforgettable pieces we can’t seem to get over. These curated fashion trends inspired by movies will have you itching to update your wardrobe.

Pinstripe Suit

Today, we still see countless Bonnie and Clyde-inspired outfits and Halloween costumes that pay homage to the infamous 1967 film. The couple’s classic style featured v-neck sweaters, berets, and pinstripe suits tailored perfectly for both men and women.

Style a pinstripe suit with heels and jewelry for a classy, sophisticated look. For an updated twist, wear a suit with sneakers or flats for a more relaxed style.

Matching Plaid Set

Clueless inspired endless noteworthy outfits, but its most known trend has to be matching plaid sets. Who can forget that iconic scene where Cher and Dionne wear matching plaid sets — Cher in yellow and Dionne in black and white, paired with knee-high socks and heels?

It’s an effortless style you can easily throw together for a chic, elegant look. Pair your set with heels to dress it up or a classic pair of flats for a casual finish.

Little Black Dress

Audrey Hepburn’s stunning little black dress ensemble in Breakfast at Tiffany’s is something we’re still considering. The dazzling Givenchy dress put little black dresses on the map, and the dress is now a classic staple piece you should have in your wardrobe.

Style your black dress with heels and bold jewelry for a glamorous, chic outfit.

Pink

When you think about the cult classic Legally Blonde, you undoubtedly think of all things pink. Elle Woods and her ultra-feminine outfits are iconic in every way; look at the latest Barbiecore trend.

You can never go wrong with adding a pop of color to your wardrobe. Add a few pink dresses, mini skirts, and matching suit sets to get the ultimate Legally Blonde look.

Ray-Ban Sunglasses

If you want to jazz up your outfit to create a relaxed, laid-back look, Ray-Ban sunglasses are the perfect accessory. Tom Cruise famously wore a pair of black Ray-Bans in the notable film Risky Business, making them a trendy accessory essential.

You can effortlessly wear Ray-Bans with nearly any outfit. Style them with a dress and heels for an elevated look or a lounge set for a relaxed, sporty fit.

Halter Dress

Marilyn Monroe is one of the biggest style icons of the 50s, and she created several quintessential fashion trends that we’re still wearing today. One of the most memorable ones comes from her 1955 film The Seven Year Itch, in which Monroe stood over a grate and had her dress famously blow up.

That dress is now a wardrobe staple, and it’s so versatile that you can wear it casually and to an event. Wear a halter dress in the summer with sandals for a sophisticated beach look, or spice it up with strappy heels.

Wide-Leg Pants

While Larry Clark might not have meant to create a cult-fashion film with his blockbuster hit Kids, he did, and it brought youthful style to a whole new level. The cast constantly rocked wide-leg pants, Converse shoes, and crop tees for an edgy style. Today, the ’90s comeback is in full swing, and wide-leg pants and cargos are wardrobe essentials.

Pair your wide-leg pants with a form-fitting top for an edgy outfit, or style your Converse shoes with a skirt and top for a bolder fit.

Mini Skirt

If you grew up watching Mean Girls, you were likely influenced by the unforgettable styles in the flick. There are nearly too many iconic styles to choose just one, but one that stands out is miniskirts. Mini skirts were an everyday look in the film and gave the preppy style a new meaning.

Style a mini skirt with a cute tank top and cardigan for a chic finish, or dress it up with heels.

Silk Slip Dress

Silk slip dresses are a stylish trend we can get behind. The dresses first appeared in the movie Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion. Romy and Michele turned heads when they wore two silk slip dresses—a pink one with fur trim and a sleek metallic blue dress.

For an elevated fit, wear a silk slip dress with a leather jacket and heels or a jean jacket and sneakers for a sportier style. You can ditch the fur trim as we left that trend in the ’90s.

Leather

Does leather ever go out of style? We don’t think so. The trend is still strong, from leather pants to oversized leather jackets. We love how effortlessly the hit movie Grease made the leather trend cool again, with leather pants and jackets constantly gracing our screens.

Wear an oversized leather jacket with a top and jeans for a retro-inspired style, or recreate Sandy’s iconic look with a shoulderless top and black leather pants.

White Suit

Show off your confidence in a sophisticated white suit. No one wore it better than Elvira in Scarface, creating a timeless fashion trend you can wear today. In the film, she wore a white blazer cinched at the waist and a white skirt for an elegant look.

If you want to recreate this powerful look, give it an updated revamp by wearing an oversized white blazer with a white skirt or by swapping the skirt for a pair of white trousers.

Pageboy Cap

The Devil Wears Prada is an iconic fashion film with so many infamous style moments that it’s hard to choose just one. One of our favorite looks is when Anne Hathaway’s character rocks a pageboy cap—the Y2K accessory making a comeback.

It’s the perfect accessory to transform your outfit into a high-fashion, chic look. Pair your cap with wide-legged jeans and a blazer for an elevated, trendy outfit that will turn heads.

Off-The-Shoulder Sweatshirt

It’s arguably one of the most famous looks from the film Flashdance, and we love to style it today with a modern twist. In the movie, Alex Owens wears a grey off-the-shoulder sweatshirt, which becomes an instant sensation.

Styling this cozy trend is easy. Wear an off-the-shoulder sweatshirt with a pair of high-waisted jeans for a chic look or with a flowy maxi skirt for the ultimate relaxed fit.