10 Exciting Fashionable Films You Need to Watch Right Now.

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As our days darken and the seasons start to shift, it’s time to prepare for some cosy nights in front of the tv. Whilst revamping our wardrobes and adjusting our cosmetic routines may be at the forefront of our priorities, be sure to attend to yourself this year by planning some stylish self-care evenings! In fact, why not nurture your nights by finally getting around to those films or those series’ that you’ve been patiently waiting to watch? 

We’re looking to capture couture in order to maximise our movie marathons. Fancy joining? Why not begin with these five fashionable films throughout the ages to begin the season in style.

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Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)

Blake Edward’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s is a timeless classic, and a film famously accredited for fore-fronting fashion through the iconic Audrey Hepburn. Based in New York City, Breakfast at Tiffany’s follows the life of Holly Golightly – a working escort and aspiring socialite, searching for a wealthy suitor. However, Golightly’s mission to high society becomes interrupted by the reality of her true feelings for struggling writer Paul Varjak, who moves into a nearby apartment.

Not only is Edward’s film ideal if you’re repining for a romantic watch, but it’s also a couture classic. Idolised for her iconic black Givenchy gown and diamond accents, Audrey Hepburn undoubtedly serves style throughout Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Look out for Hepburn’s beautiful beige trench and orange wool coat – two immortalised staples that may serve to inspire your winter wardrobes this fall.

The Devil Wears Prada (2006)

If you’re looking for a film that not only captures couture but also spotlights the industry at large, David Frankel’s The Devil Wears Prada is for you. Starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, The Devil Wears Prada follows the life of aspiring American journalist Andy Sachs who lands a position at a highly accredited fashion magazine in New York, watching her life turn from rags to riches yet from calm to chaos.

Not only does the movie parody the fashion industry, inspired by the likings of Anna Wintour and American Vogue, but it also references and features staples from iconic designers, such as Dolce & Gabbana, Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik, Nancy Gonzalez and Coco Chanel. Although many of the movie’s outfits are reflective of its time, Andy’s classic white wrap coat and black ballgown are certainly iconic and fashionable favourites for all.

The September Issue (2009)

R. J. Cutler’s The September Issue will prove to be a fall favourite for our vouge visionaries. Documenting the magazine’s most famous publication to date, The September Issue follows Anna Wintour and her accredited team as they prepare for Vouge’s 2007 autumn edition. Not only does the film highlight the intense labour and pressure that goes into the creation of Vogue’s publications, but it also captures segments of the lives of fashion giants Anna Wintour and Grace Coddington.

From photoshoots to gathering garments and inspiring ideas for the prestige publication, The September Issue contains all of the important elements for an enticing and engaging fashion-forward watch.

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Coco Before Chanel (2009)

Dying for a drama that embeds embellishments and elegant designs? Look no further than Anne Fontaine’s Coco Before Chanel. Based on the real-life events that proceeded Gabrielle Chanel’s life of fashion, Coco Before Chanel champions emotion and drama, revealing the purpose and drive behind the globally renowned label.

After working in a cabaret, where she obtained her nickname “Coco”, Gabrielle Chanel meets French bachelor Baron Balson who introduces her to high society and spring-boards her into the world of hat-making. Falling in love with Arthur Capel through her relations with Balson, Coco Before Chanel spotlights the way in which Gabrielle’s relationship motivated her iconic label and made her a marvel in the fashion industry forever.

Dior & I (2014)

Perhaps not as recognised on the film front, Frederic Tcheng’s Dior & I is undoubtedly a must-see this fall. Tcheng’s documentary sets out to follow Raf Simons on his first collection for haute couture powerhouse, Christian Dior. Not only does the film highlight the immense pressure placed upon fashion designers and their respected teams, but it brilliantly pays tribute to the incredible seamstresses and tailors that brought to life Simons’ vision of a modernised Dior tradition.

Regarding fashion itself, the film spotlights Simons’ entire collection, including his iconic Sterling Ruby inspired staples. It also weaves in segments of Christian Dior’s own memoir, in which he reveals his road to success as a reactionary designer in a post-war era. If you’re feeling fashionable and feel-good this fall, Dior & I might just be the choice for you.

Yves Saint Laurent (2014)

Jalil Lespert’s Yves Saint Laurent is perfect if you’re looking for a film that features fashion icons and daring documentation of the turbulent life of a young designer. After functioning as Christian Dior’s successor at the house of Dior, Jalil Lespert’s film captures the journey that Laurent embarked upon as he built up his enigmatic empire, revolutionising women’s fashion as we know it today.

This fashion-forward favourite features stape from Laurent’s many collections over the years, including his career-defining liberation line which sparked controversy amongst the masses in the 1970s for being uncouth, tactless and impudent. Tune in and present your own take on this fashionable feature!

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Phantom Thread (2017)

Recently accredited Phantom Thread, produced by Paul Thomas Anderson, is another film favourite fit for us fashion fanatics. Featuring Daniel Day-Lewis as Reynolds Woodcock, an obsessive haute couture dressmaker in 1950s London, Phantom Thread explores the intense relationship that blossoms between Woodcock and his new muse – waitress Alma Elson.

The film not only features some stunningly sown silk and satin gowns for its legendary clientele, but it also offers an honest insight into the labour of crafting couture garments and the emotional turmoil that is experienced by dressmakers and designers alike. If you’re dying for a drama, with a sprinkle of romance and fifties high fashion, then Phantom Thread may prove to be your new fall favourite.

The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story (2018)

If you’re looking to settle on a series that centres not only on couture but also on a true crime, Netflix’s The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story may prove to be the perfect fit. Accumulating an array of awards and glowing reviews, The Assassination of Gianni Versace follows the real-life events that led to the murder of fashion giant Gianni Versace by the infamous spree killer, Andrew Cunanan.