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All the fashion movies and TV shows that have impacted the way we dress.

Our fashion senses take inspiration from many different influences around us, often without us even realising. However, one of the main influences comes from the outfits and wardrobes of those on the big screen. Film and TV shows many have been incremental and iconic in the fashion industry. Here are our top 20 fashion movies and tv shows that have inspired our style over the years. It’s also a good excuse to re-watch all of them.

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Emily in Paris

Emily in Paris has made a significant impact on fashion, with Emily’s (Lilly Collins) bold, striking looks, combining luxury designers with bright colours and clashing patterns, grabbing our full attention. Not forgetting Camille (Camillie Razat) has got great style too. [Stunning Emily in Paris outfits you can re-create.]

Gossip Girl

Gossip Girl is the founder of preppy fashion. Each character has their individual, signature style with blazers, tweed, ballet pumps, headbands and Chanel being the go-to for students on the Upper East Side. We can never decide who was more stylish Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester) or Serena Van der Wooden (Blake Lively).

Mean Girls

Released in 2004, Mean Girls sees Cady (Lindsay Lohan) and the plastics navigate through high school. The film encapsulates the ultimate 2000s-girl style. There is not a scene in the film without mini-skirts, baby tees and kitten heels being worn and of course, we cannot forget the pink on Wednesdays.

Friends

The 90s classic Friends has been a source of fashion inspiration since its release, from Monica’s (Courtney Cox) sexy red slip dress and Phoebe’s (Lisa Kudrow) boohoo skirts to Rachel’s (Jennifer Aniston) classic ‘MOM’ jeans. [The one we’ve all been waiting for:The Reunion]

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Euphoria

If you are wanting some new fashion inspiration, then the stars of Euphoria have got you covered starring Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney as Rue and Cassie. The Y2K matching sets and sparkling makeup looks have especially been popular. [10 Reasons why you should watch Euphoria]

Inventing Anna

The new Netflix series, Inventing Anna, has quite literally reinvented luxury fashion. With Anna (Julia Garner) wearing brands like Balenciaga, Gucci, Chanel and Celine, her character presents the power clothes can hold, how just an outfit can present who you are. [Inventing Anna:How to get the Millionaire Heiress look]

Clueless

Clueless has become one of the most famous fashion movies of all time- all because of Cher (Alicia Silverstone) Dionne (Stacey Dash) and Tai (Brittany Murphy) defining the perfect 90s girl wardrobe for generations into the future, especially with the famous tartan co-ords.

Breakfast at Tiffany’s

When you think of Breakfast at Tiffany’s, one signature look will most definitely come to mind: the black dress and gloves, pearl necklace, cat-eye sunglasses and mini tiara. Audrey Hepburn is the picture of elegance in this film, making the little black dress a classic for a lifetime.

Bridgerton

Although set in the early 1800s, the extravagant lace opera gloves, ruffled sleeves and feathers in Bridgerton have made a comeback. [Affordable Bridgerton outfits you can actually wear]

Sex and The City

From its debut in 1998, Sex and the City has had fans revisiting the show for fur coats and designer handbag inspiration, when creating a faultlessly effortless and chic wardrobe. [And just like that…]

10 Things I Hate About You

Platform flip-flops, cropped cardigans, printed tan tops and cargo pants. 10 Things I Hate About You set the scene for 2022’s hottest fashion trends.

The Devil Wears Prada

The Devil Wears Prada is a film solidified in fashion history presenting endless outfits full of Chanel, fur, leopard print, Fendi, crochet, leather, Hermes and you cannot forget Andy’s (Anne Hathaway) tweed cap.

Pretty Little Liars

Much like Gossip Girl, Pretty Little Liars set the preppy, school-girl style trend in place with blazers, blouses, skater skirts, and waistcoats offering inspiration for teenage watchers.

Girlboss

Girlboss is a ‘loosely, real loosely’ based on the start of the original Girlboss Sophia Amorousa founder of Nasty Gal. This series is packed full of the 70s and indie/grunge style inspiration. [10 Questions with Ellie Reed]

13 Going on 30

13 Going On 30, Jenna (Jennifer Garner) leads the way in having one of the most famous dresses in rom-com history; the Versace baby doll dress and thanks to TikTok, the iconic rainbow mini dress has made a comeback.

Legally Blonde

Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) helped shape feminine fashion, with blush fur coats, pink matching sets and sparkling bikinis, but also her reinvention of law school office-wear, inspiring people to just wear what makes them feel confident.

Keeping Up with the Kardashians

Since its premiere in 2007, we have all followed The Kardashian family along their fashion journey for over 20 years. They introduced us to brands like Juicy Couture in the beginning. Ending the series with Kim’s own brand Skims The family have taught us a lot about fashion and makeup. We can’t wait to see what they have in store for the Brand New series.

Confessions of a Shopaholic

As a shopping addict, Rebecca Bloomwood (Isla Fisher) knows how to dress and her statement, vibrant and dazzling outfits have become memorable among fashion fanatics around the world.

The Bold Type

The Bold Type is a season that may have fallen under your radar but is definitely one to watch not just for the fashion. The clothes take office wear to a whole new level, with a mix of runway-readiness to almost crazy colourfulness, making real-life workwear so much more fun.

Romy and Michelle’s High School Reunion

Despite the film turning 25 this year, Romy and Michelle’s High School Reunion is the literal image of 2022 fashion. The feather trims, chunky heels, silk dresses and bold suits are all you see when scrolling on Instagram today.

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Natalie Dixon is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Chic Style Collective, an editorial magazine covering affordable luxury fashion, beauty, and lifestyle for women. A graduate of Vogue College of Fashion and London College of style with over 20 years in fashion and beauty, she specialises in investment dressing, considered beauty, and helping women create an elegant, attainable life of luxury. Her work is read by over 4.5 million readers worldwide.