Fashion changes and there’s always a place for experimentation. But sometimes fashion trends that seem bold and new were actually born decades ago. Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, Diana Ross, and Prince are just a few celebrity icons who continue to influence our wardrobe choices even now. Modern celebrities and fashion lovers around the world recreate their looks on different occasions, from beach holidays to weddings.
We at Bright Side tracked 9 fashion trends back to their roots and found 9 celebrities who seem to have made them popular. Buckle up and get ready for a little time travel!
Audrey Hepburn: the little black dress
Even though the original concept of the little black dress was born back in the 1920s and was inspired by Coco Chanel, Audrey Hepburn turned this piece of clothing into a never-dying classic in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. The black sleeveless sheath dress with cuts on the back, paired with a hat and opera gloves, created a truly legendary look, that is both elegant and sensual, and is often recreated nowadays.
In 2019 Lady Gaga recreated this iconic look when she stepped out in a black sleeveless dress with black opera gloves at the Academy Awards, and she was also wearing the very same piece of Tiffany & Co. jewelry that Audrey Hepburn was wearing when promoting the Breakfast at Tiffany’s movie.
Marilyn Monroe: high-waisted swimsuits
If you take a look at a few pictures of Marilyn Monroe wearing swimsuits, you’ll easily notice that the majority of them are high-waisted bikinis. Popular back in the 1950s (and made even more popular by Marilyn), this type of bikini is now making a big comeback. Feminine and elegant, these swimsuits are also flattering, as they help to smooth out any little imperfections you may worry about and create a sensual hourglass shape. Some swimsuit shops are even naming their high-waisted bikinis after Marylin.
