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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@andydv27
May 23, 2024 at 12:04 pm
My best friend Christina is the one who actually put me on to Law and Order: SVU! She’s a huge Mariska Hargitay fan!! I’m loving it!!
@theKeshaWarrior
May 23, 2024 at 12:06 pm
It is insane to me how I can place all of these episodes with different times of my life over the years.
@MrSuzuki17
May 23, 2024 at 12:10 pm
I watched Law & Order because of Mariska. This was basically my childhood. I always love Olivia Benson.
@drumblebee
May 23, 2024 at 12:15 pm
i wonder how long it will take for mckenzie goodwin to watch this
@jeffersondavis69
May 23, 2024 at 12:19 pm
Is it SVU or SUV? I can never remember.
@melissakyhlens1453
May 23, 2024 at 1:46 pm
I don’t know if you’re joking or not. But it’s SVU, it stands for Special Victims Unit and lol SUV is a car. 🤭😉
@RockandRollsince1992
May 23, 2024 at 12:34 pm
Love her, she’s so cool❤
@KingApe69
May 23, 2024 at 1:11 pm
I love her and some of the clips chosen are some of my favorites
@kayleighkimberley7783
May 23, 2024 at 1:15 pm
this needs a part 2,3,4 to infiniity as 12 mins was way to short
@meherghufran5795
May 23, 2024 at 1:19 pm
Agreed!!
@GarnierAds
May 23, 2024 at 1:30 pm
I love that the last episode they had her watch was Authority. Watching my all time favorite actor (Robin) guest star in my all time favorite actress’s show is EVERYTHING considering how huge of an impact they’ve both had on my life ❤❤
@shurvell300
May 23, 2024 at 1:33 pm
Greatest show ever
@casseyboo89
May 23, 2024 at 1:45 pm
I AM IN LOVE WITH HER
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May 23, 2024 at 2:03 pm
I love her
@highnoon907
May 23, 2024 at 2:06 pm
Thank you Mariska!
@w1s86
May 23, 2024 at 2:09 pm
Love Mariska.
@sharonhayoung5157
May 23, 2024 at 2:14 pm
Mariska could spend a few hours commenting on the episodes of svu, I love listening to her talk!!
@solaking9515
May 23, 2024 at 2:50 pm
Mariska Hargitay! The Queen that you are!!!!!
@milfinha
May 23, 2024 at 2:55 pm
Minha favorita! ❤❤❤❤❤
@aristos7798
May 23, 2024 at 3:13 pm
Olivia Benson for President! Who says no?
@Lily-hf1eo
May 23, 2024 at 3:21 pm
It’s definitely “DUN DUN “ wonder who’s saying clink clink ???? ………the episode 911 was so cute yet sad definitely cried while watching
@Lily-hf1eo
May 23, 2024 at 3:48 pm
You just have to love her she’s like one of the best people that I haven’t met but you can just tell she such a amazing person ❤❤