Some of the best films ever made have several great components that come together to make them so memorable. The scripting, casting, writing and directing all converge to create the experience we see on screen. But one aspect in film that is largely overlooked is wardrobe. This is sometimes due to how well costume and wardrobe designers seamlessly infuse the character’s style and clothing into the fabric of the film. But wardrobe can really make or break a film’s effectiveness, and if the style does not align with the overall setting of the movie, you are definitely going to notice. So when the costume designer does a stellar job, and if you are really into fashion in films, you have likely noticed some of the best dresses worn by the leading ladies of the most popular films. These dresses transport us into the era and time of the film, and make us want to wear them ourselves. The actors who had the lucky fortune of wearing these pieces, made them look so natural and perfectly aligned with their character and situations in the films. If you are ready to take a stroll down film fashion memory lane, check out these 8 iconic movie dresses we desperately wanted to wear when we saw them on screen.
Green dress in Atonement (Keira Knightley)
In the movie Atonement, Keira Knightley plays Cecilia Talis and the movie is directed by Joe Wright. In the film, there is a scene where Cecilia wears a beautiful backless green dress that looks absolutely stunning on Keira Knightley.
White dress in The Seven Year Itch (Marilyn Monroe)
This classic white dress was made an iconic look by Marilyn Monroe in the 1955 film The Seven Year Itch. In the scene, she stands over a street vent and the white dress is history after that. This dress alone helped to continue to launch a high profile career for Marilyn Monroe.
Golden gown in Snow White and the Huntsman (Charlize Theron)
This supremely elegant gown is worn by Charlize Theron in Snow White and the Huntsman. In the film, Charlize Theron plays the character of Ravenna, a queen and protagonist to Snow White.
