16 Characters Who Knew How to Throw a Fit
Since movies are a visual medium, a great character isn’t only what they say or do, but also how they look. And we’re not talking about being conventionally attractive, we’re talking about dressing for the occasion, be that a social gathering or a high-adrenaline action sequence.
This is why the entries today are all about iconic looks in cinema, their fits telling more than simple words could. Of course, this is the result of a really good costume designing team, and we appreciate them for what they’ve done. These characters wouldn’t be who they are without looking this good.
Cher Horowitz in Her Yellow Plaid Suit
In Clueless, this unforgettable yellow plaid blazer and mini-kilt with white and gray accents defined a generation. Costume designer Mona May actually bought the Fall 1994 Jean Paul Gaultier creation straight off the rack.
Holly Golightly Wearing the Iconic Black Dress
This classic dark gown is still the ultimate standard for elegant morning window shopping. Paired with simple accessories, the sleek silhouette remains one of the most widely recognized and heavily copied fashion statements in cinematic history.
Elle Woods Rocking her Signature Pink Leather
In Legally Blonde, this legal powerhouse refused to blend into a drab courtroom. She proved that a hot pink fur coat, alongside an endless array of colorful outfits could easily go hand in hand with serious intellect.
Neo Donning the Black Trench Coat
A long, flowing dark coat and dark sunglasses became the absolute uniform for hacking the system. The heavy outerwear somehow never got in the way during complex martial arts battles, looking incredibly cool in slow motion.
Princess Leia in her Classic White Gown
During Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope, the rebel leader commanded the screen in a white crepe-de chine gown. Designed by John Mollo, the iconic hairstyle paired with long, wide sleeves perfectly balanced royal elegance with practical comfort.
Indiana Jones Wearing his Trusty Fedora
The famous archaeologist rarely left home without this essential piece of headwear. A 13-year-old Henry Jones actually received the hat back in 1912 from a treasure hunter simply known as ‘Fedora’ after losing the Cross of Coronado.
Vivian Ward Stunning in the Red Dress
For a fancy night out in Pretty Woman, she wore an off-the-shoulder scarlet red column evening gown created by Marilyn Vance. A plunging sweetheart neckline, white opera gloves, and a ruby diamond necklace made the look completely unforgettable.
Tony Manero Dancing in a White Suit
John Travolta dominated the 1977 release of Saturday Night Fever while wearing a bright white three-piece polyester suit. The famously sharp outfit was surprisingly bought right off the peg at a standard menswear store in Brooklyn.
Mia Wallace in her Crisp White Shirt
In Pulp Fiction, she proved that less is definitely more. An oversized, loosely unbuttoned white shirt paired with a dark bralette, cropped black trousers, gold ballet flats, and a deep red lip created an effortlessly stylish combination.
Sandy Olsson Transformed in Black Leather
During Grease‘s ending, Sandy ditches the wholesome skirts for something with a bit more edge. The tight dark pants and bold jacket perfectly matched her new confident attitude during the school carnival.
The Bride Seeking Revenge in a Yellow Tracksuit
Bright colors might seem like a bad idea when trying to sneak around and settle old scores, the Bride from Kill Bill made it work. The bold athletic wear looked incredible while she took on an entire army.
Miranda Priestly Commanding the Room in Designer Coats
Tossing an outrageously expensive piece of outerwear onto a terrified assistant’s desk was just part of her daily routine in The Devil Wears Prada. Her demanding presence was always amplified by the impeccable tailoring and undeniable luxury of her high-fashion office attire.
Marty McFly Sporting his Red Puffer Vest
This bright outerwear, from Back to the Future, was peak teen fashion, no matter what people of the past might’ve thought. The casual layered look perfectly suited a high school kid suddenly trying to navigate complicated timelines.
Dorothy Gale in her Blue Gingham Dress
American entertainer Judy Garland traveled a magical yellow path in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz while wearing this blue-and-white outfit. MGM costume designer Adrian created what quickly became universally known as the ‘Dorothy dress’.
Willy Wonka in his Purple Velvet Coat
You need an eccentric wardrobe if you plan on running a massive candy factory full of traps. The rich, colorful fabric and elaborate tailoring gave him the theatrical appearance of a slightly dangerous ringmaster greeting his guests.
Jack Sparrow in his rugged pirate garb
Sailing the seas while constantly escaping capture takes a toll on your wardrobe. His layered, heavily weathered clothing looked completely lived-in, loaded with random trinkets and practical accessories that told the story of his chaotic travels.