Forever icons

Most of these actors and actresses belong to a classic Hollywood era. Some have passed away and others have retired. However, their styles and looks have become iconic and are still present in everyday fashion. Let's take a look!

Audrey Hepburn

Of course, if we talk about Hollywood fashion icons, we have to mention Audrey Hepburn. Besides her incredible acting talent, her unique idea of fashion set trends in the past and the present. Her go-to brand? Givenchy, always.

James Dean

The iconic red bomber jacket was the perfect touch to his bad-boy look. When you are that stylish, wearing a simple white t-shirt can be revolutionary and that was James Dean's deal. Of course, nobody could ever wear a quaff as good as him.

Grace Kelly

The actress and princess was an example of elegance on and outside of the screen. She was really involved in the fashion world and even Hermès created a bag specially designed for her. To this day, it's one of the best-selling bags in the world.

Jane Birkin

Although Jane Birkin was actually English, her style has always been linked to the casual but chic French look of the '60s and the '70s. Her iconic hairstyle with open bangs is still imitated today.

Sean Connery

If James Dean was the bad boy, Sean Connery represented the elegant, good guy. The actor made every suit he wore for his James Bond movies an iconic look.

Brigitte Bardot

Brigitte Bardot was a sensual legend of the '60s who defended the ideals of freedom, women's liberation, and embracing women's bodies. Her hairstyle was the most iconic part of her look, Bardot had long bangs, voluminous blonde hair, and a backcombed beehive.

Claudia Cardinale

She was the Italian equivalent of Brigitte Bardot. The arrival of these powerful women to an old and prude industry boosted a change of mentality and of beauty and fashion standards.

Ava Gardner

Ava Gardner represents the classic cinema ideal and the most elegant and cosmopolitan side of Hollywood. The actress was known for her parties, her luxurious and spicy outfits, her unique jewelry, and her strong makeup looks.

Humphrey Bogart

Humphrey Bogart was the epitome of masculinity and the film noir of the '50s. He represented what, at the time, a man was supposed to be like, and he became an absolute Hollywood icon.

Elizabeth Taylor

Elizabeth Taylor will always be remembered for her unique lilac eyes and the luxurious jewels she was always covered with when attending every party and red carpet.

Katharine Hepburn

Katharine Hepburn's look was the perfect combination of casual and sophistication that was wanted in the cinema of the '40s and '50s. Every woman wanted to wear the same side part and perfectly waved hair and her silk shirts and tailored suits.

Paul Newman

Paul Newman is the perfect example of the idea that style goes beyond clothes. The actor had a unique aura and physique that made him look stunning in whatever he wore. However, his perfect accessory was his incredible blue eyes.

Anna Karina

Another French fashion icon was the actress Anna Karina. She was the muse of Jean-Luc Godard and one of the most important figures of experimental cinema and the Nouvelle Vague of the '60s.

Catherine Deneuve

Catherine Deneuve became the muse of Yves Saint Laurent when the designer first saw her in a film; since then, they became really good friends. Her looks are still used for inspiration in the fashion industry today.

Sofia Loren

She was (and still is) an icon of Italian and Hollywood cinema. In her late 80s, the actress continues to wow us on the big screen thanks to her talent and amazing and sensual elegance.

Marcelo Mastroianni

Cinema but also fashion historians will always remember the iconic scene in the Trevi Fountain of Feline's 'La Dolce Vita'. The protagonist, the Italian actor, became a reference to the chic and glamorous style that we could see in the movie.

Marilyn Monroe

Of course, the girl whose image is still present in every corner of the world couldn't be left out. Marylin Monroe who masterfully dominated the comedy scene of her time knew how to take advantage of his image and, although she is also known for her personal issues, the actress is still a modern icon.

Jean-Paul Belmondo

Jean-Paul Belmondo wasn't what you called a stunning beauty but he had that 'je ne sais quoi' factor that made him really attractive. And it was undeniable that he had an incredible sense of style. The actor was, along with Anna Karina, one of the predilect actors of Jean-Luc Godard and the Nouvelle Vague.