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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Lindelwa Sibeko
September 8, 2020 at 4:04 pm
First😁
Siddhant Singh
September 8, 2020 at 4:04 pm
How to overcome break up sorrow at the age 18😔
Noah Houle
September 8, 2020 at 4:05 pm
I don’t know why this was recommended but I am now invested in someone else’s relationship 😂
Karena Benford
September 8, 2020 at 5:24 pm
Insecure is a great show!! I’ve been totally invested in Issa and Lawrence since the beginning.
Saraiki Veer
September 8, 2020 at 4:06 pm
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Ximena Vera
September 8, 2020 at 4:07 pm
She’s the best!! Love her ❤️
1 sub before 2021?
September 8, 2020 at 4:08 pm
To the Early Squad Reading This: Sending Virtual hugs to everyone who needs it. Always stay safe, Read my name 🍣
Melas Johnson
September 8, 2020 at 4:08 pm
Lol
*insert type*
September 8, 2020 at 4:09 pm
I’m loving this series
NinaMos
September 8, 2020 at 4:14 pm
Representation matters. Would have loved to see this review done by POC therapists to provide cultural context and insights overlooked in the current review.
90sVenus
September 8, 2020 at 6:14 pm
@Josh Judge race matters. Lawrence as a black man was going through depression and in the black community mental health issues are ignored. That’s just one example of something that needs to be talked about.
icechipz
September 8, 2020 at 6:55 pm
This is SUCH a reach. So only black people can articulate or dissect black shows? Come on. These people are trained at what they do, and ALL of their analyses are on point. So what would have been different.
And before you try to come for me, I’m black. Representation matters, but that doesnt mean only people of the same race can analyze a show ffs!!!
90sVenus
September 8, 2020 at 6:59 pm
@icechipz no one said only black people can analyze black shows LOL she said that she would have loved for a therapist who was a person of color to explain some of the cultural issues that were present in those clips. I’m going to need you to calm down because you’re being a little emotional about something that’s really a positive thing when you think about it.
NinaMos
September 8, 2020 at 7:15 pm
90sVenus thank you. It’s so draining to explain the many ways our race, culture and to a large degree traumas impact our responses to relationship conflict (like Issa and Lawrence); corporate/professional behaviors etc. Anyone responding with “but why”, I’m convinced is doing so purely to be contrarian.
90sVenus
September 8, 2020 at 7:19 pm
@NinaMos I normally don’t try to explain because even some black people don’t get it so it’s a waste of time. To think others will.
Jupiter Wilky May
September 8, 2020 at 4:23 pm
this series can easily be a TV show
Isabela August
September 8, 2020 at 4:25 pm
I wish they analysed Issa and Molly’s relationship, I find it even more interesting and complex. I feel like a lot people lose important friendships because we don’t really have the study and understanding of friend relationships like we have of romantic relationships, even though it’s just as important sometimes even more…
icechipz
September 8, 2020 at 6:49 pm
Yes! This would have been so good! Especially with how season 4 went down. Theres a LOT to unpack with molly and Issa’s relationship
Arawal Rrr
September 8, 2020 at 4:26 pm
He (therapist) tries too hard to side with the woman (actress) to seem woke but in reality she is in the wrong
Sarah Chesley
September 8, 2020 at 4:52 pm
They both in the wrong tho
Ma'Rya
September 8, 2020 at 5:56 pm
Their both professionals?
Patsy Chandler
September 8, 2020 at 4:37 pm
13:43 I love that. Do you love me? 😍💋 💝💖❤️
Genevieve
September 8, 2020 at 4:46 pm
One of the reasons I fell off of Insecure was seeing the parallels of this relationship to my own in my twenties. (Lots of differences as well, mind you but enough is similar that I would get a tight chest and chills while watching.) It’s strange because listening to the therapists discuss allowed me to reflect on my own past situation. This is a first 😂 Usually it’s just fun and informative and not this personal!
Dana Stirling
September 8, 2020 at 4:58 pm
That is deep cheating occurs in the mind way before it actually happens dang
Mia Nicole
September 8, 2020 at 5:10 pm
Never watched “Insecure” and now I want to. Lol
Karena Benford
September 8, 2020 at 5:25 pm
Do ittttttttttt
Lebohang Moabelo
September 8, 2020 at 5:13 pm
I haven’t finished watching this but you should do definitely Molly and Issa next.
Soleil DeJoi
September 8, 2020 at 5:18 pm
Absolutely loved this
happyMOO5
September 8, 2020 at 5:20 pm
She said #teamlawrence all day! lol
Ma'Rya
September 8, 2020 at 6:05 pm
I think context matters, it would’ve helped them both. Issa was wrong for cheating and not communicating. Lawrence was wrong for not being present for Issa, but he was in a dark place. She didn’t say something sooner and help him get out that place. But it couldn’t have to have to be completely on her. He was communicating also.
Ma'Rya
September 8, 2020 at 6:06 pm
I think context matters, it would’ve helped them both. Issa was wrong for cheating and not communicating. Lawrence was wrong for not being present for Issa, but he was in a dark place. She didn’t say something sooner and help him get out that place. But it couldn’t have to have to be completely on her. He wasnt communicating also.
Ben Henderson
September 8, 2020 at 6:15 pm
What the
*Heck?*
Ben Henderson
September 8, 2020 at 6:15 pm
I’m sorry
icechipz
September 8, 2020 at 6:47 pm
Ooo #LawrenceHive
icechipz
September 8, 2020 at 7:03 pm
The lady therapist is so on point!! Just spittin straight facts!!
Welson Oliveira
September 8, 2020 at 7:33 pm
yes, yes, yes, OMG yes, I’m so ready for this video. okay, I’m gonna watch it now.