Inspired by… Grease
In this week’s installment of 10 More Movies for Fashion Inspiration, we’ll be looking at the fashion from the film Grease.
Although it was filmed in 1978, this musical is set in the 1950s, and features fabulous ’50s fashion. The film follows good girl Sandy (Olivia Newton John) and bad boy Danny (John Travolta), two teenagers who fall in love over the summer. Come fall, after discovering they now attend the same high school, the two have to decide if they should rekindle their romance or go their separate ways.
Sandy’s style in the film starts out sweet and innocent, with full skirts and sweater sets, but turns bad girl chic by the ending credits. Her look is definitely inspiring! However, Sandy is not the only one with great style in this film– the four Pink Ladies each have their own individual look. Their style is a little bolder with fitted pencil skirts, cropped pants, cat-eyed glasses and, of course, their signature pink jackets.
If you want to try and copy the fun outfits found in Grease, check out these three outfits inspired by the film:
Outfit #1: Summer Lovin’
Product Information: Cardigan- Forever 21, Skirt- Oasis, Blouse- theoutnet.com, Necklace- ModCloth, Flats- Nine West
This outfit captures the innocent look Sandy has in the beginning of the film. This ’50s-inspired full skirt looks great with the Peter Pan-style collared blouse. The yellow sweater is extremely lightweight, which makes it perfect for warmer weather. A pair of butter yellow flats and a gold locket finish this sweet and girly look.
Outfit #2: Pink Lady
Product Information: Cardigan- J. Crew, Top- ModCloth, Jeans- American Eagle, Sunglasses- Forever 21, Flats- gojane.com
Instead of going with a literal pink jacket, I chose a cardigan in a soft pink color to recreate the Pink Ladies look in a more subtle way. A simple black top with a bow detail and a pair of cropped jeans capture 1950s casual style. Slip on these adorable pink flats and rhinestone cat-eye sunglasses and you’ll fit right in with Rizzo, Frenchy and the rest of the Pink Ladies.
Outfit #3: Tell me about it, stud.
Product Information: Jacket- Forever 21, Top- Arden B., Ring- Forever 21, Pumps- Zappos.com, Jeans- KarenMillen.com
By the end of the film, Sandy’s style has changed from good girl to bombshell. This look is an interpretation of the last outfit she wears in the movie. This black off-the shoulder top shows just enough skin in a fun shape. Cigarette pants, which were popular in the ’50s, really showcase these red peep-toe pumps. Add a tough motorcycle jacket and accessorize with a bold ring to finish this look.
Feelin’ Inspired?
What do you think of the different styles found in Grease? Do you like Sandy’s style? Who is your favorite Pink Lady? Do you think the outfits capture the look and feel of the film? Leave a comment and let us know!
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Posted on on March 21, 2010 / Filed Under: Inspiration / Tags: 1950s, 1970s, Fashion Inspiration, Featured, Films, Grease, Inspiration, Movie Inspiration, Movies, Olivia Newton John
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Natalie
Love the pink lady outfit. Guess I know what I’ll be wearing today. xD
Ashley
Yes! I’ve been waiting for this article!! :)
Chelsey
Adore the Tell me about it, stud look <3
Jessi
Grease is my all time favorite movie! I LOVE all of these outfits! thank u!!!!!
Rachel
This is great!
Karissa
LOVE IT!
Paisley
I love these outfits. My high school put on Grease as our spring musical last year and I had the role of Marty. I LOVED wearing the high waisted skirts with cinch belts, vintage heels, scarves and of course those cat eye glasses!! Unfortunately, I also had to tease and hairspray my curls into oblivion…but I welcome these more modern Grease inspired looks!!
Jojo
I love the third look!
Great post!
Sari
I’m in love with the first two looks! Great post :)
JillAnn
I love Grease and I love 50s fashion! Thanx for the post. Any tips on capturing Marney Maraschino’s look?
FashionStyleAdvice
Nice one! Great post! Love the looks – modern Grease!
Ashley - Flagler College
Thanks for all the great comments.. I’m glad you guys like the post!
Paisley- I’m totally jealous.. Marty is my favorite Pink Lady!
JillAnn- Marty is the most feminine of the Pink Ladies, so she wears lots of pencil skirts, formfitting blouses and heels. As far as accessories go, she seems to wear a lot of scarves that tie around the neck, floral hair clips and carries a clutch-style purse. She likes to wear clothes and accessories that match color-wise, like in the picture I included with the orange purse, scarf and skirt. Also, she is the inspiration for the rhinestone cat-eye sunglasses in outfit 2! I hope this helps =)
Isabelle
$%$#$&$% FAVORITE POST OF THE WEEK! I so love Grease. This post made me want to watch it tonight =/
Laura
I love all of these looks. Sometimes I wish I could travel to other time periods just to wear the clothes, but your interpretations are both wearable and awesome!
I always have trouble wearing button-up cardigans over shirts with collars and/or detailing (as in the first two looks). I just can’t seem to get it to “look” right…any tips? Thanks! :)
Maria
i love this! thanks for the ideas!
Ashley - Flagler College
@Laura- I have that problem with wearing cardigans over button-up tops too! It’s always good to make sure the button-up top isn’t too bulky and it also helps to wear a cardigan that is a little loose and not too formfitting. As far as detailing goes, I think detailed tops look best when the cardigan is unbuttoned or only partially buttoned. I hope this helps!
Laura
Ashley, thanks so much for responding! I will definitely give your tips a try! And again, I love this post! I get inspired every time I look at it! :)
Tayba
i’m huge fan of Grease !
and #3 outfit is the hottest
deep fitted sheets
Those red heels are to die for!
alexis
i love number 3 and i have a skool dance and tht wht i am wearing it is 1950s theme
Monique
omg i love grease plus these outfits they soo cute nd trendy lol <3em
Anna
Ashley,I’m playing Susan in a White Christmas this weekend. Susan is 9 years old. She cannot wear jeans or pants, only shirts cartigans and skirts( below the knees). this play is based in the 50′s.Any suggestions?Thanks!