Get the Look: Audrey Hepburn

I get a little emotional around Audrey Hepburn. Not only was she one of the most unusually beautiful women on screen, but her true nature was unusually beautiful as well.

Look at her just being herself in this screen test from 1953...the one that landed her the role in Roman Holiday.



In considering how to emulate her look, I have chosen a small wardrobe of vintage items that seem to really express the style of Audrey Hepburn:



1. A perfect Little Black Dress

You know the inspiration, and how perfect can you get, both Givenchy dress and characterful woman?







2. While we're at it, fabulous sunglasses

Make them big, and black.









3. A neat and high quality handbag











4. A statement hat

Just google "Audrey Hepburn hat" images...wow.








5. Flats

How else to do that modern dance in Funny Face?








6. A black turtleneck

Ditto









7. A gorgeous evening gown

Here you have a number of inspiring images to choose from, many by Givenchy, all completely elegant.







8. And you'll need long gloves to wear with that gown







9. A wonderful quality 60s suit

Charade features a number of Givenchy suits and coats in strong colors and perfect cuts.




10. Some awe-inspiring jewelry

Audrey's regal side showed (for the first of many times) in Roman Holiday.







11. A white shirt and capris

Keep it classic and you will never be out of style, just as Audrey always seems absolutely perfect.





This week I have been photographing a few vintage classics, inspired by Audrey Hepburn. Also, stop by the Vintage Fashion Guild to see the amazing items members posted in this week's Fashion Parade on the same subject.

50s navy wool suit and 60s white raffia hat; cream 60s coat in my web store

70s classic raincoat and 50s novelty print full skirt

60s black/white stripe knit top and chartreuse leather flats

50s black satin dress, black velvet bolero and white long gloves

I can't begin to write the last word on Audrey...I feel barely capable of writing the first word, but I have an overwhelming feeling that what made her an extraordinary actress and beautiful person came from inside her. We can all gain inspiration not only from her grace and elegance, but the fun she seemed to have, her curiosity, and her generosity, concern and love for others.