Over the past 75 years, fashion shows have evolved from intimate presentations to global spectacles. Vogue takes a look at the rich history of fashion’s illustrious front row. Dior’s 1950s “New Look” revolutionized femininity, while the ’60s embraced individual freedom and exclusivity. The ’70s introduced cultural influencers and turned shows into entertainment, paving the way for the extravagant glamour of the ’80s. By the ’90s, mainstream appeal dominated, and the 2000s saw celebrities strategically claim the front row. The rise of influencers in the 2010s, fueled by social media, democratized access to Fashion Week. Even as the pandemic briefly halted live shows, the industry adapted and returned. Today, the front row itself has become part of the spectacle with celebrities like Kylie Jenner wearing the same outfit we also see on the runway.
Director: Catherine Orchard
Editors: Evan Allan, Ryan Jeffrey
Producers: Rahel Gebreyes, Bety Dereje
Archival Researcher: Lilli Karkowski
Writer: Laia Garcia-Furtado
Associate Producer: Marisah Yazbek
Creative Production Coordinator: Anisa Kennar
Production Coordinators: Ava Kashar, Tanía Jones
Production Manager: Natasha Soto-Albors
Line Producer: Romeeka Powell
Senior Director, Production Management: Jessica Schier
Assistant Editors: Fynn Lithgow, Justin Symonds
Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter
Art & Graphics Lead: Léa Kichler
Supervising Editor: Erica DeLeo
Post Production Supervisor: Alexa Deutsch
Associate Director, Post Production: Nicholas Ascanio
Director, Content Production: Rahel Gebreyes
Senior Director, Video: Romy van den Broeke
Senior Director, Programming: Linda Gittleson
VP, Video Programming: Thespena Guatieri
Footage Courtesy of Video Fashion
Image Courtesy of Steven Meisel
00:00 – Fashion!
00:39 – 1950s
01:22 – 1960s
01:50 – 1970s
02:20 – 1980s
02:57 – 1990s
03:31 – 2000s
04:26 – 2010s
05:10 – 2020s
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@jayekisses
March 25, 2024 at 3:03 pm
I’m surprised that they didn’t use “Ella Enchanted” or “Bride Wars”
@jonathanfoster4202
March 25, 2024 at 3:04 pm
Saw Brokeback on the stack of tapes and was looking forward to hearing her reminisce about that one😭
@penmax5137
March 25, 2024 at 3:04 pm
Anne seems like a person with such integrity, professionalism, and positive minded.
@basicallyno1722
March 25, 2024 at 3:05 pm
She seems like such a nice person on top of being intelligent and gorgeous
@enola8800
March 25, 2024 at 3:06 pm
she’s such a natural, love her
@hjeb1986
March 25, 2024 at 3:07 pm
If I was her I’d be watching the movies thinking : where’s my Oscar?
@DedessaAndrade
March 25, 2024 at 3:08 pm
Ela é maravilhosa! Me sinto amiga dela, rsrs
@paulinamaldonado4791
March 25, 2024 at 3:12 pm
This needs to be 2 more hours long.
@Nymeria0
March 25, 2024 at 3:15 pm
What’s with her evil dark eye shadow? 😅
@arielreignmusic
March 25, 2024 at 3:19 pm
I’m tearing up , this is beautiful to see her watch herself! Congratulations Anne 💚
@bubbarobinson829
March 25, 2024 at 3:22 pm
It couldn’t possibly be “two decades” since she’s seen Devi Wears Prada considering it’s only been out 18. She comes across as incredibly entitled and phony.
@giuseppeianniello6419
March 25, 2024 at 3:25 pm
I’m kinda disappointed that I didn’t see Rachel Getting Married, The Witches, Colossal, Ocean’s 8, Ella Enchanted, Brokeback Mountain and Get Smart in the video.
Still it’s so amazing seeing Anne Hathaway here, such a lovely person.
@Lilibethstella
March 25, 2024 at 3:28 pm
THE QUEEN OF GENOVIA!!!
@igloozoo3771
March 25, 2024 at 3:28 pm
Ew
@disneytoysr4fun975
March 25, 2024 at 3:34 pm
Somebody check on Christie Carlson Romano 😩😭💔
@HannahsQuizzes
March 25, 2024 at 3:36 pm
My fav actress😊
@viviilouu7342
March 25, 2024 at 3:38 pm
just SO iconiccccccccc
@adrianaarzemendieta181
March 25, 2024 at 3:40 pm
Not even Anne Hathaway can’t escape being impressed by Anne Hathaway
@demerysmith5180
March 25, 2024 at 3:45 pm
She is so lovely. I have always loved her. Really hoping for Princess Diaries 3. They have always been my comfort movies.
@pratyysmultiverse
March 25, 2024 at 3:47 pm
❤❤❤❤❤❤ u Quuen❤
@chlorinesoda
March 25, 2024 at 3:48 pm
Anne Hathaway will always be my favorite princess
@janatlmb2770
March 25, 2024 at 3:49 pm
Copper what are you doing?🎉
@ilerilawal6026
March 25, 2024 at 3:50 pm
I watched Bride Wars too many times.
@BloodyBrilliant90
March 25, 2024 at 3:50 pm
She’s styled like a glamorous villain!
@carrisagrace1
March 25, 2024 at 3:51 pm
Most of new west side story was sung live too