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FASHION IN FILM
Thursday, 11 June 2009 03:57
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In the early 70's, Ralph Lauren was relatively unknown until he dressed Robert Redford and Mia Farrow in The Great Gatsby. In 1974, Ralph Lauren made history by dressing Diane Keaton for Annie Hall, putting her in manly clothes that somehow looked strikingly elegant. This set off a fashion trend for women to wear the boyfriend jacket and waistcoats, a trend that was hot again for Spring/Summer '09.
Bonnie and Clyde, starring Faye Dunaway and Warren Beatty, set off a trend for 1930's fashion. Theodore Van Runkles' costumes and Faye's wonderful hair made this violent film fantastically watchable.
In 1984's Desperately Seeking Susan, Madonna wore a highly visible bra, and suddenly underwear as outerwear was everywhere, a look still is worn today. Dolce and Gabbana, Gaultier, Vivienne Westwood still produce corsetry in clothing.
Michael Douglas in Wall Street symbolised the "greed is good" 80's. With suspenders and huge stripes, the Yuppie was officially born, along with our love of excess that continued unabashed until the recent economic downturn.
