Marnie is a lesser known and somewhat controversial
Hitchcock film. However, if you are at all interested in the distinctive style
of “Hitchcock’s women” it is essential viewing. Starring Tippi Hedron as the
title character and Sean Connery, the film is about a troubled compulsive thief
and the man who loves her and is determined to solve a dark mystery from her
past.
From a fashion perspective, it is a classic J. Crew lover’s dream.
Hedron’s wardrobe is loaded with chic office wear and one stunning white
evening gown (designed by Edith Head, unsurprisingly). My favorite outfit has
got to be the gray tweed pencil dress with the white collar and bow detail.
There is a scene from the film you can view on TCM’s website. It shows Marnie
stuffing her suitcase full of essentials for her “new identity”. Please note
the crisp cotton gloves she includes (both a white and beige pair, obvi). Ah, those
were the days! For an excellent analysis of the influence of Hitchcock’s films
on the fashion world, read the article written by Ada on her cinema blog Classiq.
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