How to Dress Like a Star: Audrey Hepburn’s Iconic Style
How to Dress Like a Star: Audrey Hepburn’s Iconic Style
It’s time to blend fashion and cinema to create a stunning wardrobe inspired by the looks of past and present style icons. Today, we present the incredibly feminine and romantic style of Audrey Hepburn, drawing from her legendary films. From the carefree romance of summer to the restraint and uncompromising sexuality of an evening outfit, we’ve studied the intricacies of Audrey Hepburn’s wardrobe and selected accessible options to make your everyday wardrobe original and complete.
Breakfast at Tiffany’s
In “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” the incomparable Audrey appears as a self-assured adventurer dreaming of wealth and happiness. Her legendary outfit—a figure-hugging black dress and pearls—epitomizes the elegance Coco Chanel bequeathed to women. Hepburn turned it into a chic everyday ensemble. Naturally, such an outfit is best suited for evening events, where timeless classics blend with luxury and femininity.
Hepburn’s style is restrained yet relaxed, making a knee-length or longer pencil dress with closed shoulders perfect for embodying her look. To accentuate sexuality, opt for a V-neck. Keep the design simple and understated, letting accessories add a pop of color. For footwear, classic pointed-toe shoes with a low heel are ideal, as comfort and mobility were paramount in any of Audrey’s looks.
Roman Holiday
With autumn promising to be warm, you can recreate another iconic Audrey look from “Roman Holiday.” A long skirt, a minimalist white blouse, and a charming neck scarf as a bright, feminine detail. Low-heeled or flat shoes—Audrey’s signature—ensure comfort, which should never be overlooked when choosing footwear for this look.
This light, dreamy, and endlessly romantic outfit is perfect for everyday wear, weekend strolls, bike rides, and even the office if the dress code allows.
Funny Face
One of Audrey Hepburn’s most everyday yet incredibly stylish looks is from the film “Funny Face.” Her character, a young bookstore saleswoman, exudes charm and spontaneity, a timeless fashion statement. A restrained black color, high-waisted trousers revealing the ankles, a 3/4 sleeve jumper, and a stylish coat in a warm hue create this fashionable everyday look. Pearls serve as a classic jewelry choice for black outfits, and lacquered slippers—slippers—perfectly capture the mood of the 60s and remain trendy today.
How to Steal a Million
In “How to Steal a Million,” Audrey plays the role of a wealthy millionaire’s daughter who knows how to dress impeccably. Her restraint and self-confidence are evident in her choice of more mature clothing, unlike the romantic wardrobe of “Roman Holiday.” An elegant dress in a deep autumn color, a business cardigan or trench coat, and feminine shoes—again, with a low heel—define this look. Adding a small hat can help you embody Hepburn’s iconic image, while hair accessories can make the look more casual.
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