A decade has passed away since the release of “The September Issue.” Since then, fashion-related documentaries have been revealing the more candid side of the fashion industry. Some of these documentaries are like influencers. Others are origin stories, overlooked legacies, and living legends. Here is a list of the latest fashion-related films that you must watch now.
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Wonder Boy: This long-awaited feature film on Olivier Rousteing who was Balmain’s social media-savvy creative director hit the French theatres on the 27th of November. The focus of the film lies in the search for identity instead of reinventing the brand. Rousteing was a baby who grew up without knowing anything about his biological parents. Filmmaker Anissa Bonnefont accompanies him while he gains access to his adoption file. He also makes several startling discoveries, including the fact that he isn’t mixed race.
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Chiara Ferragni: This film has been available on Amazon Prime since the 29th of November. Chiara Ferragni was the founder of The Blonde Salad, a fashion, and lifestyle blog. It catapulted her towards stardom. Chiara was one of the most powerful influencer of her generation. Even today, she has more than seventeen million followers on Instagram. She was also the first blogger whose picture appeared on the cover of the “Vogue” magazine. The best part is that a few students from Harvard Business School chose her for a case study.
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Martin Margiela – In His Own Words: The film will appear in 2020. Martin Margiela is a fashion icon from Belgium. The renowned documentary Reiner Holzemer is going to direct the film. You won’t see the face of the designer on the screen. Instead, you will only see his hands that he hones by writing notes, constructing garments, and handling treasured objects of his childhood. After showcasing his upbringing, the film displays a potted history of Martin’s illustrious career.
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House of Cardin: This one is another film that will hit the theatres in 2020. Todd Hugh and P. David Ebersole worked together on this project to show everyone the tales of the living legend, Pierre Cardin. The film reflects how Cardin changed the industry. It also examines his collaborations with Christian Dior and his pioneering designs of the Space Age. There are a few cameos from Jean Paul Gaultier, Naomi Campbell, and Sharon Stone. These people praise Cardin’s indescribably clear, lucid, and remarkable vision. However, the film remains anchored by frank interviews with the legend himself.
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Calendar Girl: One can never overstate Ruth Finley’s contribution to fashion. Calendar Girl is a film that tells her story and will appear in theatres in 2020. It was in 1945 when this American businesswoman founded the “Fashion Calendar.” It was one of the first resources of its kind for scheduling press appointments and shows in New York. The city’s fashion week grew and moved from Bryant Park to Lincoln Center. Nevertheless, Finley’s hard work never stopped. She kept resolving conflicts, advising designers, and nurturing new talents. She didn’t stop until 2014 when CFDA acquired the calendar.
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Vogue Australia – Sixty Years Through The Lens: This one came out on the 27th of November this year. Vogue Australia has always been a pioneer of style and fashion. This movie chronicles everything, including emerging creative talent, the cultural importance of fashion, and social activism. Vogue Australia celebrated its sixtieth anniversary this year with a special issue and a documentary that gives Vogue Australia’s readers an insight into this iconic magazine’s history.
