By Joy Jonette Chuyaco (The Philippine Star)MANILA, Philippines - Fame, glamour, fortune and party, these are just some of the perks that the world of fashion has to offer. It’s quite inviting that’s why many people have tried their luck hoping to walk on the runway or even just to have the opportunity to work for the industry. To have a glimpse of this fabulous world, watch these movies and see what it has to offer.
The Devil Wears Prada. The movie shows that working for a fashion magazine is not as easy as what most people think, especially if your boss is Miranda Priestly. What’s great about it is that it teaches a lot about work ethics, loving one’s job, what enough is and when it’s time to quit.
Head Over Heels. Although the movie focuses on the love story of Jim and Amanda, it gives viewers glimpse of how fashion models live their lives. Actually, there are instances wherein viewers become more interested in seeing the models than the lead characters of the movie.
Sex and the City. While it is true that the movie has nothing to do with the fashion world, it is still worth mentioning because the characters are absolutely fashionable. Most of the time, viewers would look more at what the characters are wearing than listen to what they’re saying.
Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Another movie that’s not related to fashion but must still be included in the list since the lead character was so fashionably dressed that scenes from the film are widely used for fashion ads purposes. Until now, the film has been making an influence in the fashion industry.
Coco Avant Chanel. Get to know the life of the famous fashion icon, from her childhood, her humble beginnings up to her success in the world of fashion. Well, Coco’s story might just be an inspiration to aspiring fashion designers.
Confessions of a Shopaholic. There is no doubt that fashion and shopping are connected. Some people even get addicted spending for the sake of being in fashion, just like the lead character of the movie. However, life is about to teach her lesson when she accidentally becomes a writer of a financial magazine. Will she advise shoppers not to spend money on fashion?
Eyes of Laura Mars. The 1978 film brought a little darkness to the shimmering world of fashion. It is about a successful fashion and ads photographer, who becomes a suspect for murders she didn’t commit — she sees things. Complicated? Not until one wears the eyes of Laura Mars.
Zoolander. Fashion and comedy in one, the movie is about Derek Zoolander, a top male fashion model who seems not to have the cameras on his side anymore. When what seems to be a good offer comes, he accepts it, only to find out that there is a special mission that goes with it, and it’s way too different from modeling.
13 going on 30. Thirteen-year-old Jenna wanted to jump out of her miserable teenage life, so she made a wish to be “30, flirty and thriving. It instantly came true the next day. At 30, she successfully works for Poise Magazine, her favorite fashion magazine when she was 13. However, challenges are about to come to Jenna’s successful life. Is she ready? Or will she just wish to be 13 again?
Ready to Wear. Designers, models, photographers — name it. All the people that a fashion show needs is in the movie. Watch them as they prepare for the Fashion Week
in Paris. It’s definitely going to be a busy, exciting, daring, stylish and glamorous show. Are you ready? (NOTE: Watch out for the final walk of the show—shocking!)
