How to borrow a second-hand movie look

Film and series are the best source of vintage inspiration, showing how a particular era really looked on people in motion. Some iconic outfits come together surprisingly naturally from vintage.

James Dean, Rebel Without a Cause (1955) White T-shirt + Red Bomber Jacket + Jeans. There is no simpler outfit, but the effect is strong. Look for: a white cotton t-shirt (vintage or new, it doesn't matter), a red or brick vintage bomber jacket and slightly high-waisted skinny jeans.

Sandy, Grease (1978) Black leather pants + oversized black jacket + pumps. Or the summer version: dress with polka dots +

accessories. Look for: black vintage leather or leather-look pants, oversized blazer or jacket, vintage accessories (scarves, earrings).

Cher, Clueless (1995) Plaid set (jacket + skirt or pants), high socks, loafers. Colorful and playful. Look for: a vintage plaid jacket (widely available in vintage boutiques), color-coordinated skirts or pants, vintage accessories.

The Breakfast Club (1985) Every character is an archive of 80s style: Ally Sheedy in oversized layers, Molly Ringwald in a striped shirt and skirt, Judd Nelson in a leather jacket. Look for: oversized vintage sweaters, striped shirts, leather jacket.

How to put together a movie look without a costume effect It mainly helps to choose one element from an iconic look, not the whole outfit. Dean's white tee yes, with modern jeans and your shoe. No: white t-shirt + red bomber jacket + James Dean jeans + Dean hairstyle. One reference point, the rest is your own style.