Michelle Obama Jason Wu Inaugural Gown
Michelle Obama Jason Wu inaugural gown — from 2009 white chiffon and shoulder roses to a Smithsonian treasure and the young-designer launch that rewrote First Lady fashion.
Audrey Hepburn Little Black Dress Givenchy
Audrey Hepburn little black dress Givenchy — from Paris atelier fittings to the Tiffany opening scene that turned a black sheath into the world’s most copied cinematic dress code.
Marilyn Monroe White Dress History: Full Story
Marilyn Monroe white dress history — from William Travilla’s pleated halter to the Lexington Avenue subway grate and museum legacy.
Angelina Jolie Leg Slit Dress Oscars
Angelina Jolie leg slit dress Oscars — from Atelier Versace couture to the 2012 extended-leg pose that turned a black velvet gown into global meme and stylist manual fodder.
Lupita Nyongo Blue Oscars Gown
Lupita Nyongo blue Oscars gown — from 2014 Prada pleats and Fred Leighton diamonds to a landmark Oscar win and the powder-blue fashion legacy still dominating awards carpets.
Bjork Swan Dress Oscars History
Bjork swan dress Oscars history — from Marjan Pejoski’s feathered couture to the 2001 egg moment that turned worst-dressed ridicule into fashion legend.