Alluring Audrey Hepburn

As Princess Anne in her first starring role "Roman Holiday" 1953

LISSOME

Audrey Hepburn instantly stood out the moment she came out in her 1953 film debut "Roman Holiday"

She was so unlike the curvaceous and bosomy actresses that were the rage in Hollywood at that time.

She had this gamine- waif like figure that turned out to be an asset when she started becoming the inspiration for Givenchy's designs.

Givenchy & Hepburn

FIRST ENCOUNTER

Initially, the designer was not exactly enamored or swept away when he first saw the newcomer.

When told by Givenchy that he was in the middle of a major collection and didn't have spare time to create clothes for her Sabrina film, Audrey persisted and asked to see the collection.

Most of Givenchy's creations from that particular collection ended up being commissioned for the movie

It was to be the start of a lifelong partnership for both.


LIFELONG PARTNERSHIP

THE ARTIST & HIS MUSE

Instantly, Givenchy created an icon and together, the fashion designer and the actress gave the world the Givenchy style which blended French sophistication and Hollywood glamour

Givenchy and Hepburn: Truly a match made in heaven. Had similar backgrounds. Both were European and nearly of the same age. 

She was the perfect muse for Givenchy's classic and timeless designs especially in the late 50's and early 60's when the elegant and sophisticated look was the rage  

ICONIC BLACK DRESS 

This little black dress designed by Hubert de Givenchy was worn by Audrey Hepburn in the opening scene of the 1961 romantic comedy "Breakfast at Tiffany's".

It is cited as one of the most iconic items of clothing in the history of the twentieth century and perhaps the most famous "little black dress" of all time

Hepburn's dress topped a recent survey on the best dress ever worn by a woman in a film

The famous black dress in "Breakfast at Tiffany's opening scene
 

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Hollywood's Most Stylish Icon: Audrey Hepburn

Audrey Hepburn considered as one of the greatest female screen legends in the history of American cinema was a British actress and humanitarian. 

At the height of her popularity and active involvement in Hollywood, she was also getting constant recognition as an international fashion icon.

The very versatile and talented Hepburn is one of only a few entertainment personalities who have won an Academy, Emmy, Grammy and Tony Awards

Hepburn also holds the distinction of being the first actress to win an Oscar, a Golden Globe and a BAFTA Award for a single performance: Roman Holiday in 1954

Her film appearances became fewer during her later years

NAIL- BITING MOMENT: Seconds before the Oscar for Best Actress was named

A CLOSER LOOK: Audrey checks out her Oscar moments after her win

She focused most of her later life to UNICEF and even lent her name and celebrity for the most marginalized countries around the world as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador 

She lost the battle with appendiceal cancer at her Switzerland home at the age of 63

FASHION ICON

Audrey Hepburn has to be the most glamorous actress to have ever graced Hollywood movies

When we think of style icons, it is inevitable that Audrey Hepburn's name is one of the first to come to mind. 

She embodied elegant, feminine glamour and always made even the simplest outfits seem unique, choosing classic, clean contours that complemented her long, lithe frame. 

To this day, her style is one of the most imitated, as she managed to balance her look between demure femininity and a more boyish silhouette.

My mom told me that the Sabrina neckline is  named after a famous dress Audrey wore in the movie Sabrina. Originally termed the boat neck, it became more popular as Sabrina after the movie of the same title was released

The original Sabrina 1954
Copyrighted: Paramount Pictures 1954

The Designer & His Muse: Hubert & Hepburn

Her designer of choice was Hubert de Givenchy, and they collaborated on many films including Funny Face (1957), Love in the Afternoon (1957), Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961), Paris When It Sizzles (1963), Charade (1964), and How to Steal a Million (1966). 

But their lifelong partnership was first established when Givenchy was given the task of assembling Hepburn's look particularly her clothes in Sabrina (1954).

Audrey Hepburn would always be remembered not only for her unforgettable films but also for her iconic sense of dressing: stylishly elegant and timeless chic which she pulled off effortlessly

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Breakfast at Tiffany's Movie Trailer

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