Inspired by… Heathers
For this week’s installment of 10 More Movies for Fashion Inspiration, we will be looking at the 1988 black comedy Heathers.
In the film, Veronica (Winona Ryder) is the newest member of the popular clique in high school, run by three girls who are each named Heather. The Heathers run the school through manipulation and cruelty, and Veronica isn’t sure if she wants to be part of this group anymore– especially after meeting bad boy J.D. (Christian Slater). Together, J.D. and Veronica find a new way to overthrow the popular crowd.
Heathers is full of trendy schoolgirl pieces from the 1980s. The film has lots of preppy plaid, structured blazers, pleated skirts and colored tights. Heathers also features signature colors– each of the main characters has one color that is featured predominately in every outfit. They also know how to mix different shades of the same color in each outfit. For example, Veronica is always wearing at least one item in a shade of blue.
If you want to add some 80′s prep to your wardrobe, check out these four outfits inspired by the film. Each outfit is based on one of the four main characters and features their signature color.
Outfit #1: Veronica
Product Information: Shirt- Piperlime, Hat- Forever 21, Tights- Figleaves, Monocle Necklace- Amazon, Skirt- gojane.com, Oxfords- Bloomingdales
Veronica has the most eclectic style in the film, and the outfit above reflects her unique aesthetic. This blue oxford shirt is a bit masculine, but would look great with the feminine tiered skirt. Opaque tights in a bright blue shade add a pop of color and draw attention to the oxford shoes. Throw on a 80s-inspired hat and a monocle like Veronica is always wearing and you’ll channel her style perfectly.
Outfit #2: Heather Chandler
Product Information: Blazer- Piperlime, Blouse- J. Crew, Skirt- Moschino Boutique, Earrings- ASOS, Headband- Forever 21, Flats- DorothyPerkins.com
Heather Chandler is the ringleader of the Heathers and her style is the preppiest. Her signature color is red, which is prominently featured in this outfit. A pleated red skirt, white ruffled blouse and structured blazer have a schoolgirl vibe, while delicate drop pearl earrings and white flats add a feminine touch. Throughout the film, Heather wears a red scrunchie, which acts as a symbol of power at her high school. This headband is a modern version of that look.
Outfit #3: Heather McNamara
Product Information: Shirt- Forever 21, Belt- Forever 21, Earrings- ASOS, Shoes- Target, Skirt- Topshop, Watch- ASOS
Heather McNamara wears a lot of trendy pieces and also mixes many different shades of the same color, yellow, in one outfit. The body-con skirt is a very pale yellow shade and contrasts with the oversized striped sweater. A mustard yellow belt defines the waist and matches the ballet flats. Accessorize with some huge, 80s-style earrings and a watch in yet another shade of yellow.
Outfit #4: Heather Duke
Product Information: Blazer- Forever 21, Blouse- ASOS, Socks- Urban Outfitters, Brooch- Fossil, Skirt- theoutnet.com, Shoes- Zappos
She desperately tries to please Heather Chandler, so Heather Duke’s style is very similar to hers. A pleated skirt and white blouse with shoulder pads are very schoolgirl with an 80s twist. Heather Duke wears patent Mary Jane’s with ruffled socks, but if you aren’t brave enough to rock the shoes with socks look, the outfit would also look great with tights. Add a dark green blazer and pin on a lime green flower brooch to complete this look.
Feelin’ Inspired?
What do you think of these 1980s-inspired fashions? Do you wear a signature color? Have you ever seen Heathers? Do you think these outfits capture the look and feel of the film? Leave a comment and let us know!
Posted on on March 28, 2010 / Filed Under: Inspiration / Tags: 1980s, Fashion Inspiration, Films, Heathers, Movie Inspiration, Movies, Winona Ryder
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Dominique
These outfits are adorable! While I hate shoulder pads, everything else about this post is super cute. I haven’t seen the movie Heathers, but now I want to watch it if only for the fashion, haha.
The skirts are fabulous in particular. :-)
Anna
I love this post! To me, Heathers, as well as Mean Girls, are the two ultimate high school movies that a teenage girl must see. I love Veronica’s style in the movie. Thanks so much for posting about this amazing movie!
Natalie
This is one of my favorite movies of ALL TIME. Thankfully I found a chambray shirt in my mother’s wardrobe from the 80s. So trying out Veronica’s outfit this coming week.
Milana
I love the first look! So cool and chic and feminine at the same time! And very now!
Great job!
Teralynn
How Very!
I love the movie Heathers and these outfits represent it perfectly. They look like they could be in the movie.
The outfits are cute, but Heather McNamara’s is my favorite.
Good Job!
Jessica Tavesjnhasky
These outfits are AMAZING, but they are REALLy expensive!!!
Sarah
oh man i HATED THAT MOVIE!!! but i LOVED THE FASHION!!! lol
BreaD
I Love this movie. It’s one of the few I have 1. I sat through all the way the first time and 2. Can quote immediately. The fashion in this movie is GREAT so is your recreation of the looks.
Elizabeth - University of Missouri
I love this post! Heathers is next on my Netflix queue!
Also, I’m writing this from my friend’s family’s condo in St. Augustine- I walked through Flagler and you basically go the most beautiful school in the US!
melissa
i love love love Edie Sedgwick<3 and her big earrings. she's so inspiring.
Gianna
best post ever :D while i hate 80s fashion i do love the movie. and you made some nice picks for the outfits. they still have that 80s vibe but aren’t as bad as in the movie.
though i think shannen doherty and lisanne falk looked really good in the 80s attire. but the girl who played heather chandler always looked stiff in it, almost like a dressed-up doll. and veronica looked kinda lost in those huge blazers.
i started watching the x-files all over again the other day. and i noticed that’s what happened to gillian anderson, too. awful shoulder-padded blazers… which are just no good for small women. though x-files is acutally early 90s :) i guess it took the shoulder pads a pretty long time to die.
Ashley - Flagler College
Glad you guys are liking the post!
Elizabeth- that’s so cool that you’re in St. Augustine! Flagler’s campus is one of my favorite parts about my school =)
Jenna
I’m loving the skirts too!
Cindy
OMG! Where can I find a similar grey-collar like the one from of Veronica on the right, where her shoulders are exposed? Its beautiful!
KB
Love this post and it inspired to create these. Hope someone likes them.
I love the film Heathers!
KB
Please click on this, not last post. Sorry