There's no shortage of fashion inspiration on the silver screen. Acclaimed movies have amazing performances and plot lines, sure, but it's really the costumes and clothing that help transport the audience to the specific moment in time that the film is trying to portray. I mean, so many movie characters—whether fictional or not—are fashion icons in their own right. Think of Ramona in Hustlers or Elle Woods in Legally Blonde. Here, 50 of the most iconic movie character outfits of all time.
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Cate Blanchett in Carol
Her character's 'fits in this flick are arguably some of the most elegant you've ever seen. From the flawless manicures to the jewelry to the headpiece, Carol is always the chicest person on the screen.
Universal Pictures
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Sharon Stone in Casino
All of Stone's costumes in this Scorcese movie just scream "Vegas!" but none more than this white sequin halter dress with a cutout at the neckline.
A Band Apart
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Pam Grier in Jackie Brown
She played the titular role as an airline attendant who also smuggles money and drugs on the side, but in her signature cobalt blue uniform and neck scarf she looked good while doing it.
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Rita Moreno in West Side Story
The classic musical had so many colorful dresses, but this pink voluminous one that she wears in one of the main dance scenes is definitely a showstopper.
American Zoetrope
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Kirsten Dunst in Marie Antoinette
There were honestly so many incredible outfits in this movie that it's impossible to choose just one. The huge gowns, pastel color schemes, and delicate ribbons and lacing made the ensembles so over the top in the best way.
Columbia Pictures
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Lucy Liu in Charlie's Angels
The Angels love a coordinated look, but this leather zip-up outfit that Lucy Liu wore as Alex is definitely memorable—especially with her bold red lip, glasses, and terrifying pointer.
20th Century Studios
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Nicole Kidman in Moulin Rouge
The actress played Satine in Moulin Rouge, and donned this tight-fitting embroidered gown with silver jewelry and an extravagant headpiece for the final scene. So sparkly!
New Line Cinema
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Beyoncรฉ in Goldmember
Beyoncรฉ playing Foxxy Cleopatra in this Austin Powers movie was unforgettable—especially with her studded long-sleeve crop top, gold hoops, and giant "FOXXY" belt buckle.
STXFILMS
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Jennifer Lopez in Hustlers
Where is her Oscar?! J. Lo literally stole the show in this silver fringed bodysuit and sky-high heels pole dancing to Fiona Apple. It's one of the best character introductions in recent movie history, IMO.
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Carrie Fisher in Star Wars
Sure, Princess Leia was known for her braided buns and white dress, but this costume was iconic in its own right. Jabba the Hutt sure had some sense of style since he picked this out just for her.
UNITED ARTISTS CORPORATION
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Halle Berry in Die Another Day
In Die Another Day, Jinx emerges—in slow-motion—from the ocean in the ultimate Bond-girl outfit: an orange bikini, paired with a knife around the waist, obvi.
Warner Bros.
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Margot Robbie in Suicide Squad
I guarantee you've seen someone wearing this as a Halloween outfit since Suicide Squad premiered in 2016. Harley Quinn's fishnet tights, "Daddy's Lil' Monster" T-shirt, bomber jacket, pink and blue hair, and, yeah, a freaking baseball bat just look so badass.
Warner Bros.
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Whitney Houston in The Bodyguard
The metallic ensemble Rachel wears while performing "Queen of the Night" is such an amazing costume with its beaded neckpiece, silver headpiece, bustier, and fringed skirt. Plus, the songs from this movie are just as powerful today as they were in 1992.
Columbia Pictures
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Kate Hudson in Almost Famous
Penny Lane's shearling coat in the movie Almost Famous is perhaps just as memorable as the final airplane scene (if you've watched it, you know). Her free-spirited character has a cool, bohemian style and the shaggy, tan coat is a staple throughout the almost three-hour movie.
Village Roadshow Pictures
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Carey Mulligan in The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby's Daisy Buchanan has the chicest 1920s flapper style. In the film, she is often decked out with jeweled headbands, pearls, flashy dresses, and furs, making her a certified style icon—albeit a fictional one.
MGM
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Reese Witherspoon in Legally Blonde
Sure, Elle Woods is a little mortified when she shows up in this bunny costume to what is clearly NOT a costume party—but she definitely makes up for it with an amazing comeback aimed at Vivian. This pink bunny suit serves a pivotal plot point in the movie, helping to motivate her to work even harder at law school.
Working Title Films
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Keira Knightley in Atonement
Cecilia Tallis's green dress from Atonement is the epitome of glamour—at least that's what I thought when I first watched it in high school. The bright emerald hue combined with the elegant silhouette made it instantly iconic.
Beacon Pictures
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Kirsten Dunst in Bring It On
When she first appears on the screen in this red and black skirt set, Torrance cements Rancho Carne High School's status as having the cutest cheerleading uniforms.
Paramount Pictures
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Christina Ricci in The Addams Family
Odds are, if you think of Wednesday Addams, you also picture her go-to dark-pattered white-collared dress—and her signature braided pigtails, naturally.
Getty Images
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Tyra Banks in Life-Size
Eve made an undoubtedly eye-catching entrance in Life-Size wearing this pink and orange color combination.
Warner Bros.
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Gal Gadot in Wonder Woman
A superhero's costume is such an integral part of their character, and Wonder Woman's outfit is just as functional as it is stylish. With its armored skirt and bustier in gold, red, and blue, she's protected, has the freedom to kick and punch, and also looks dang good doing it.
Warner Bros.
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Keanu Reeves in The Matrix
When everyone and their mother was sporting tiny sunglasses this year, it spawned so many Matrix references—and with good reason. The all-black futuristic outfits, often including patent leather and tiny frames, are just as notable as that one scene when Neo dodges those slow-motion bullets.
Miramax
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Uma Thurman in Pulp Fiction
The white button-down has been a classic piece forever, but Mia Wallacemakes it a fashion-forward statement when she wears hers in Pulp Fiction.
Warner Bros.
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Halle Berry in Catwoman
Halle Berry's version of the conflicted comic book character, in her badass leather bra, gloves, and a slick mask with cat ears, took Catwoman to new levels of sexiness.
American Zoetrope
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The Cast of The Beguiled
If you're a fan of prairie dresses, there's no doubt that The Beguiled is right up your alley. The floral-patterned maxis almost steal the focus from the leading actresses in the film—Nicole Kidman, Kirsten Dunst, and Elle Fanning—almost.
Color Force
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Touchstone Pictures
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Gwyneth Paltrow in The Royal Tenenbaums
Margot's style in The Royal Tenenbaums is still iconic even 17 years after the movie was released. From the fur coat to the Hermรจs Birkin bag and the single barrette, she has such a signature look. She also makes you want to cut your hair into a bob. Or is that just me?
Paramount Pictures
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Molly Ringwald in Pretty in Pink
Find a more well-known prom dress than Andie's from Pretty in Pink. I'll wait. Perhaps it's such a distinctive look because she makes it herself in the movie.
Pixar
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Boo in Monsters Inc.
One could argue that Boo from Monsters Inc. was way ahead of the millennial pink curve—from her shirt to her hair ties, she totally pulls off the color. And her oversized outfit only makes her look more adorable and on-trend.
Paramount Pictures
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The Plastics in Mean Girls
Speaking of the color pink, we all know that The Plastics in Mean Girls have to wear it every Wednesday. The characters, with their cardigans, slogan T-shirts, and velour tracksuits, totally have their finger on the pulse of classic early aughts style.
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