However, The Devil Wears Prada is just the tip of the fashion cinema iceberg. To truly understand the multifaceted world of fashion – from the backstage hustle to the runway glamour – here are eight more must-watch fashion-themed films that bring the dazzling industry to life with fun, flair and unforgettable fashion moments.
Cruella (2021)
In this live-action Disney film, fashion rebel Cruella de Vil transforms trash into a stunning 20-metre-long fashion train, stealing the spotlight from fictional legendary haute couture designer Baroness Von Hellman.
The film tells the story of Estella, born with black-and-white hair, who uses her extraordinary talent to become the iconic fashion designer Cruella de Vil while plotting revenge against the baroness, who is responsible for her mother’s tragic death.
House of Gucci (2021)
Starring Lady Gaga, House of Gucci is about Maurizio Gucci’s life and the power struggles within the Gucci family. It’s also a visual feast. Oscar-winning costume designer Janty Yates told Time magazine in a 2021 interview that she designed around 500 outfits for the film.
