Fashion on Film: A Curated Collection

Description: A fashion photographer in '60s London becomes obsessed with a photograph he believes captures a murder, blending fashion with mystery and existentialism.

Fact: The film features a famous scene with a fashion shoot in a park, which has become iconic in fashion photography history.

Description: A satirical take on the fashion industry, following the life of Derek Zoolander, a dim-witted male model who gets entangled in a plot to assassinate a prime minister.

Fact: The film features cameos from real-life fashion icons like Donatella Versace and David Bowie, and the "Blue Steel" pose became a cultural phenomenon.

Description: The story of Edie Sedgwick, a socialite and muse to Andy Warhol, whose life in the '60s fashion and art scene was both glamorous and tragic.

Fact: Sienna Miller, who plays Edie, underwent a drastic physical transformation to portray the character accurately.

Description: This film is a quintessential look at the fashion world through the eyes of an aspiring journalist who lands a job at the prestigious Runway magazine, only to find herself in the orbit of the formidable editor-in-chief, Miranda Priestly.

Fact: Meryl Streep's portrayal of Miranda Priestly was inspired by Vogue editor Anna Wintour, and the film's wardrobe was provided by top designers like Chanel and Prada.

Description: This biopic explores the early life of Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, detailing her rise from a humble background to becoming one of the most influential fashion designers of all time.

Fact: Audrey Tautou, who plays Coco Chanel, learned to sew for the role, and the film was shot in locations significant to Chanel's life.

Description: While not strictly about fashion, this film delves into the world of shopping and consumerism, with the protagonist's obsession with fashion playing a central role.

Fact: The film features a cameo by fashion designer Patricia Field, known for her work on "Sex and the City."

Description: Based on true events, this film follows a group of fame-obsessed teens who use the internet to track celebrities' whereabouts in order to rob their homes of clothes and jewelry.

Fact: The film was shot in the actual homes of celebrities like Paris Hilton, whose house was one of the targets in the real-life burglaries.

Description: This biopic traces the life and career of the legendary French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent, focusing on his creative genius and personal struggles.

Fact: The film was released concurrently with another biopic on Saint Laurent, titled "Saint Laurent," creating a unique cinematic rivalry.

Description: A documentary that goes behind the scenes of Vogue magazine's September issue, showcasing the intense preparation and the creative process under the watchful eye of Anna Wintour.

Fact: The September issue is traditionally the largest and most important issue of the year for fashion magazines, and this film captures the making of the 2007 edition.

Description: A mysterious dressmaker returns to her small Australian town to seek revenge, using her fashion skills to transform the town and its inhabitants.

Fact: The film's costumes were designed by Marion Boyce, and Kate Winslet learned to sew for her role as the dressmaker.