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Jenna from 13 Going on 30
Jenna is the main character in the 2004 romantic comedy, 13 Going on 30, and is played by Jennifer Garner. It follows the story of Jenna, a girl who turns into a grownup overnight. She experiences adulthood and learns that it’s not easy as she thought.
To dress like Jenna in her most iconic costume, wear a multicolor striped mini dress, a butterfly necklace, teal heels and any colorful jewelry you have. Curl your hair and put it up into a messy updo. For another more casual look, wear a pink lace slip dress and multicolored sleep mask.
Kelly from Fly Me to the Moon
Kelly is a character from the new film Fly Me to the Moon, and is played by Scarlett Johansson. The film takes place in the 1960s and is a romance/ comedy between two characters: Cole, a NASA official and Kelly, a marketing executive as they make preparations for the Apollo 11 moon landing.
To dress like Kelly, wear a sleeveless yellow bow blouse, high-waisted orange cropped trousers, a purple printed scarf in your hair, and carry a clipboard with a NASA sticker on the back.
Cole from Fly Me to the Moon
Cole is a character from the new film Fly Me to the Moon, and is played by Channing Tatum. The film takes place in the 1960s and is a romance/comedy between two characters: Cole, a NASA official and Kelly, a marketing executive as they make preparations for the Apollo 11 moon landing.
To dress like Cole, wear a navy blue polo with dark trousers, or a green mock neck short sleeve sweater shirt. He also wears a deep gray checked/ plaid blazer with a skinny black retro tie and a white button down shirt.
Rachel Chu from Crazy Rich Asians
Rachel Chu is the main character in the iconic romantic-comedy Crazy Rich Asians and is played by Constance Wu. The film follows Rachel as she travels with her boyfriend Nick to his friend’s wedding in Singapore, only to learn that his family is extremely wealthy and she attempts to fit in with this crowd, including his disapproving mother.
There are a few notable looks you can recreate from the film to dress like Rachel, and the first is her casual look which is simply a denim jacket over a black and white striped shirt. Another is a pink and white floral dress and finally, a tulle blue dress with a floral bridal headband.
Colin Bridgerton from Bridgerton (Season 3)
Colin Bridgerton is a character we focus on mostly in this new third season, and is played by Luke Newton. Colin is a character we see throughout the season and someone we’re familiar with, but this season he becomes the main love interest of Penelope Featherington. Colin comes back this season with a new cool attitude and style.
To dress like Colin this season, wear a brown coat layered over a navy tailcoat, blue ruffle-collar shirt, gray printed vest, navy trousers, and brown riding boots.
Penelope Featherington from Bridgerton (Emerald Dress)
Penelope Featherington is the main character in this new third season of Bridgerton, and is played by Nicola Coughlan. Penelope is a character we know from previous seasons, and we also eventually learn a big secret of hers that leads to her being the focus this year.
One iconic look this season, and so far the most iconic is this emerald green dress after a new makeover she undergoes which is a much more mature and also dark look compared to her previous pastels and citrus-y bright dresses. To dress like Penelope in this emerald look, wear a green regency-style dress, black sheer gloves, a rhinestone necklace, and if needed a red wig styled like hers. You can also add embellishments like a flower/ feather hair piece, adding feathers to the shoulders, and green and orange/peach rhinestones to the front of the dress.
Julie from Lady Bird
Julie is a character from the A24 film Lady Bird, directed by Greta Gerwig and is played by Beanie Feldstein. Lady Bird follows a strong-willed high school senior that goes by Lady Bird, as she navigates troubles with her family, the transition through graduation, and what she wants in life. Her best friend in the film is Julie who is loyal to Lady Bird despite their arguments.
Julie has two notable looks in the film that can be recreated and even worn as a fun duo costume with your best friend. The first is her school uniform just like Lady Bird’s, which is a navy sweater vest, a short sleeve light blue polo shirt, a gray pleated skirt, and Julie pins small colorful clips in her hair. Another is from their prom night, where she wears a formal light purple dress.
Jesse from Pitch Perfect
Jesse is a character from the 2012 film Pitch Perfect, and is played by Skylar Astin. Pitch Perfect is a comedy that follows Beca, a college student that joins the all-girls singing group at her school called The Bellas who take on the rival all-male group in competition.
Jesse is a part of the rival group, The Treblemakers. He has a simple style and uses layers in his wardrobe to stand out against the rest of his group. To dress like Jesse, wear a black denim jacket, flannel shirt, and solid shirt underneath or a blue peacoat with a flannel shirt and khaki pants.
Art Donaldson from Challengers
Patrick is one of the main characters in the new film Challengers, and is played by Josh O’Connor. Challengers is a drama/ romance film that centers around Tashi who after a career-ending injury, becomes a tennis coach and mentor for her husband Art. They encounter a former lover of Tashi’s, Patrick Zweig as they prepare for their upcoming match.
To dress like Art, wear a red Nike brand tee layered over a white fitted shirt, a red cap and black watch, or a light pink button-down shirt.
Bumper from Pitch Perfect
Bumper is a character from the 2012 film Pitch Perfect, and is played by Adam Devine. Pitch Perfect is a comedy that follows Beca, a college student that joins the all-girls singing group at her school called The Bellas who take on the rival all-male group in competition.
Bumper is the leader of the rival group, The Treblemakers. His style shows this as he sticks to a maroon-focused color palette, matching the group stage costumes. To dress like Bumper, wear a maroon jacket, a maroon and blue striped tee, and for the stage costume wear a maroon velvet blazer, maroon and navy striped tie, black sweater vest, and a maroon button down shirt underneath.