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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@Helljumper556
January 11, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Awesome 😎
@manasesa.davila1828
January 11, 2024 at 12:08 pm
I literally just bought the blu ray ‘John Adams’ series yesterday. Can’t wait to watch it. This guy’s amazing.
@MIXMASTERRFS3
January 11, 2024 at 12:18 pm
He voices Story Lord in Rick and Morty!
@anthonys.8569
January 11, 2024 at 12:31 pm
He’s been in some amazing films no doubt
@NipItInTheBud100
January 11, 2024 at 2:26 pm
Has he been in some amazing films or has he made some films amazing??
@Agent-wn7le
January 11, 2024 at 12:38 pm
He’s funny! I love his voice!!
@Agent-wn7le
January 11, 2024 at 12:48 pm
10:19 !!!!!
@nicolas.grisanti
January 11, 2024 at 1:12 pm
Giamatti is such an amazing and versatile actor, and to me American Splendor not only is one of his greatest performance, also is one of my favorite movies of all time.
@gloss6969
January 11, 2024 at 1:14 pm
i wish people spoke about his role in love & mercy more, such a terrifying performance
@YouFightLikeACow
January 11, 2024 at 1:17 pm
Wish he could talk about Lady in the Water. I know it gets flak, but I’d love to hear his thoughts.
@oogaboogabrown
January 11, 2024 at 1:22 pm
Wish they would have brought up private parts, thought that was his big break
@czechplzzz
January 11, 2024 at 1:27 pm
Boooo no John dies at the end of
@drparham
January 11, 2024 at 1:34 pm
Who do I have to tip to get a “win, win” segment⁉️
@StewartFletcher
January 11, 2024 at 1:39 pm
Absolutely love and respect Giamatti. One of the most understated and most excellent actors of our day
@wharsmetoothpicson9465
January 11, 2024 at 1:52 pm
They skipped over it here but I really like him in The Negotiator
@masterofallgoons
January 11, 2024 at 2:04 pm
Producers take note: Giamatti wants to play a Bond villain, and he loves horror (if only Coscarelli could get Bubba Nosferatu going.. alas).
@batgurrl
January 11, 2024 at 2:13 pm
Paul Giamatti is very underrated as an actor and can excel at both comedy and drama. I adore the film Sideways. Nobody is drinking Merlot.❤️
@JenBriSeth
January 11, 2024 at 2:21 pm
LOVE this guy.
@DRO1
January 11, 2024 at 2:22 pm
No Big Mammas House?! That was his best performance!! I’m out…
@eustacetuberson4375
January 11, 2024 at 2:31 pm
Paul Giamatti said in an interview with Josh Horowitz that he wants to play a rival detective to Benoit Blanc in the next _Knives Out_ film. Get on it, Rian Johnson!
@saintjimmy456
January 11, 2024 at 2:38 pm
The video is so short and there are so many movies, he gets like 30-60 seconds per film, and doesn’t really get to go into any detail. Cover less movies, or make the video longer.