Dressing in the Style of Audrey Hepburn

Hepburn and Givenchy

Hepburn’s friendship with designer Hubert de Givenchy had a vast influence on her style. She is often credited for being the designer’s muse. However, Hepburn also knew her body’s assets and flaws. He designed costumes for her films, beginning with her 1953 movie, “Sabrina.” Hepburn asked the designer to create a dress that would mask her collarbones. His solution was a sleeveless dress with a high neckline. The dress became a sensation. Its neckline is known as “décolleté Sabrina.” He would go on to design the famous black gown from “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.”

The Hepburn Style

Women with thin frames and small curves are a natural for the Hepburn style. After all, she created it to emphasize her strengths. Her look also incorporated trends from the 1950s. She liked clean lines and uncomplicated silhouettes. Her favorite colors were black and white.

Most people associate Hepburn’s style with the 1957 film “Funny Face.” Her black Capri pants, black turtleneck and black flat shoes were a fashion milestone. The look, reminiscent of the ‘50s beatnik style, is easy to achieve since all of the elements are readily available today. You could also match the pants with a man’s white shirt tied at the waist.

Many designers have replicated Hepburn’s classic little black dress. The knee-length dress is sleeveless. Make sure it has the high neckline that the actress favored. Demure is the keyword for her style.

Accessories

Hepburn was famous for the oversized glasses. They provide glamour and mystery to her look. Wear your hair tied back with a scarf covering your head. She often paired her dresses with large pearl chokers or rhinestones.