The Best Fashion Movies to Get You in the Mood for Austin Fashion Week
- First Monday in May
The First Monday in May focuses on the relationship between celebrity, history, and fashion and how The Met is central in that cultural combination.
- Marie Antoinette
Directed by Sofia Coppola, this movie is a visual feast of the baroque era. The movie showcases her lavish, opulent, and over-the-top clothing and jewelry that is sure to inspire a fashion lover with a taste for the grandiose.
- Dior and I
You’ll either need to understand French or be able to read subtitles quickly to enjoy this documentary on Amazon Prime, but it’s worth the undivided attention it requires to fully enjoy. Spinning together Dior’s heritage and Raf Simon’s first collection for the house in 2012, Dior and I takes you behind the scenes in the famous atelier to see what it really takes to produce a fantastic collection and runway show – the true business of fashion.
- Phantom Thread
Set in the 1950s, Phantom Thread stars Daniel Day-Lewis as Reynolds Woodcock, an acclaimed and talented London-based dressmaker. The movie is a character study of an obsessive artist who falls in love with a strong-willed woman who becomes his muse. The movie features incredible costume design by Mark Bridges that will leave you in awe of the fashion of the era. The dresses and gowns featured in the movie are jaw-droppingly beautiful and deserving of their own fashion show.
- The September Issue
This 2009 documentary gives a fly-on-the-wall look at the creation of Vogue magazine’s iconic September 2007 issue, which was the largest issue they had ever published. The documentary focuses on Anna Wintour, the legendary editor-in-chief of Vogue, and her relationship with the magazine’s creative director, Grace Coddington. The documentary also offers insight into the intense and fast-paced world of fashion and how the magazine covers are created.
- Breakfast at Tiffany’s
This timeless classic starring Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly is a must-watch for anyone who loves fashion, glamor, and chic style. Her iconic little black dress designed by Hubert De Givenchy, chunky pearls and oversized sunglasses have been etched in fashion history and continue to serve as inspiration to many. This movie captures the epitome of classic and timeless fashion, which is perfect to gear up for the coming fashion season.
- The Devil Wears Prada
A movie that every fashion enthusiast has probably seen but it still needs to be on this list, the quote-worthy The Devil Wears Prada takes you on a ride through the life of Andy Sachs, a naive but ambitious journalism graduate, who lands a job at the prestigious fashion magazine, Runway. Meryl Streep’s performance as the infamous Miranda Priestly is just one of the many highlights of this movie. Not to mention the mega-high fashion wardrobe of Hathaway’s character, which will leave you drooling over her chic transformation.
And there you have it, fashion lovers! Our list of the best fashion movies to watch before Austin Fashion Week is sure to put you in the mood for all the latest trends. These movies offer a mix of classic fashion inspiration and modern glamour. So grab some popcorn, a glass of wine, and settle in for a stylish movie marathon. Happy watching!
