JENNY MELLOR: AN EDUCATION

Jenny's style transformation from English school girl to upscale socialite provide a variety of wonderful fashion all rooted in the early 1960s styles in which the plot is set.

Here are some examples of looks typical for Jenny:

Color Palette:

Jenny's original style: Earthy neutrals like gray, brown and taupe. Also diluted dark reds, greens and yellows.

Jenny transformed: Nude tones like cream, blush and light gold. Also some bright pastels in prints.

Style Influences:

Taking place in early 1960s London styles are mimicked of that period.

Also, classic school girl styles.

Key Features:

Wool high waisted skirts, oxford shirts, crew neck sweaters over collared tops.

Classic shift dress, often in a floral pattern. Straight skirt, high neckline, sleeveless.

Jackets/Coats. First loose blazers and fisherman coats but later fitted swing coats.

Accessories:

Ties. Layer over a collared top for a look that's school-girl chic.

Knit scarves.

Stacked up-do hairstyles with accents like pretty combs or hair clips

Now lets look at some examples of Jenny-Inspired outfits that you could put together!

OUTFIT #1

Shirt: Urban Outfitters, Skirt: See by Chloe, Backpack: Endless, Tie: French Connection, Shoes: Urban Outfitters, Socks: Far Fetch

This look, inspired by Jenny's school uniform, would make a great look for class or daytime.

• A button-up collared shirt has a polished look that is uniform inspired but in a fun color and relaxed material makes it more appropriate for an everyday/casual outfit.
• A wool A-line is retro and versatile, and this piece, hitting a little above the knee, is a more modern interpretation of Jenny's long, full skirts.
• A cinched leather school bag is stylish and functional
• Oxford flats in a saddle-shoe style is very vintage and classic for a vintage uniform look.
• For a finishing touch add a current trend with scrunched ankle socks.

OUTFIT #2

Dress: Modcloth, Coat: Anthropologie, Pumps: Emiline, Necklace: House of Frasser, Hair Combs: John Lewis

Inspired by Jenny's transformation into a wealthy socialite this look would be appropriate for a formal function.

• A high-waisted dress with a full skirt is reminiscent of early 60s styles and this pastel purple floral pattern is similar to Jenny's statement making dress she wears when she goes to Paris.
• A cream swing coat is classic and polished, perfect to wear over a formal dress.
• Matching colors with lavender flats is typical of 50s and 60s styles, not to mention a fun way to bring a lot of color to the outfit.
• A single pearl drop necklace is simple and elegant
• Pearl studded hair-combs are a great way to finish a twisted or toppled up-do.

Here are a few stores to get Jenny-like looks:

Modcloth

Urban Outfitters

Tulle

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ALLIE HAMILTON: THE NOTEBOOK

The Notebook is one of the most romantic and heartbreaking love stories of this generation, it's heroine, one Allie Hamilton, has a stunningly classic wardrobe, quickly establishing her as an entirely lovely and feminine woman.

Here are some examples of looks typical for Allie!

Color Pallete:

A lot of color, typically in rich or diluted tones (like plum, crimson red or navy blue)

Style Influences:

The story takes place in the 1940s, so her style is dominated by styles of the times. Her look is typical of a woman of wealth of the time. Think elegant, think vintage.

Also, Allie is very lady-like. Her style is polished, rather modest and accentuates the woman's figure.

Key Features:

Floral dresses. Look for skirts to the knee, particularly in flowing fabrics for immediate femininity.

Layering. Cardigans and jackets over a skirt or dress extends the wearability of the base item and adds the polish Allie has perfected.

Accessories:

Hair accessories. Allie adds the finishing touch to her looks with a coordinated hair accessory. Options include cloche caps, netted hair pieces or scarves but a flower is one of her signature pieces seen many times throughout the film.

Classic necklaces, like pearls or delicate gold chain.

Skinny belts. Add a classic 40s accent while cinching in the waist to define your figure.

Now lets look at some examples of Allie-Inspired outfits that you could put together!

OUTFIT #1

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Cardigan: L.K. Bennett, Tank: Old Navy, Skirt: Modcloth, Boots: Endless, Necklace: Forever21, Hair Flower: Forever21

This is a versatile look that would be appropriate for everyday, work or date-night.

• Channel Allie with a high waisted floral skirt. The rich colors in this one are flattering on a variety of skin tones and are easy to pair other pieces with. Look for one with colors that are easy to coordinate, like the black backdrop seen in this piece.
• A simple black tank top is a great base to a variety of ensembles, especially when it has pretty details like this one's silky piping along the neckline.
• A fitted cardigan in a saturated color makes a statement while the classic shape keeps the look put-together in Allie's fashion.
• Vintage inspired accessories like a hair flower and netted pearls accelerate a simple outfit and increase the retro appeal.
• Ankle booties are a modern accessory that take a look with 40s inspiration and keeps it rooted in today's fashions.

OUTFIT #2

Dress: Modcloth, Hose: ASOS, Heels: Endless, Hat: Debenhams, Gloves: Bluefly

This luxurious look would be appropriate for going out to an event that has more than casual attire expectations; like to the theater or a holiday party.

• This dress is classic and would be suitable for many occasions. The high waist, straight skirt and skinny belt are all key features in a 1940s inspired ensemble, making it flattering while the subtle pattern on the neutral grey fabric is simple and appropriate.
• Wear transparent black hose under the dress to keep the look put together and sophisticated.
• A cloche cap is lady-like and undeniably vintage, though being on-trend recently.
• Elbow-length black gloves give a unique addition to a classic outfit, an accessory favored by Allie. 
• Pointy-toed patent leather heels in a low height with an ankle strap add texture and interest without overpowering the other accessories or overstimulating the entire look.

Here are a few stores to get Allie-like looks:

Modcloth

Ruche

Tulle