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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@sophspice32
October 31, 2024 at 1:43 pm
she´s so mf cool
@jimmyfdz9252
October 31, 2024 at 1:45 pm
what about white bird in a blizzard? :/
@autumnsnow3568
October 31, 2024 at 1:49 pm
Shailene’s portrayal of Jane in Big Little Lies was so beautiful and deeply moving. Hoping for a season 3 soon. She’s definitely an underrated actress ✨
@pouetpouetdaddy5
October 31, 2024 at 1:55 pm
she is cringe af
@acemyname
October 31, 2024 at 2:22 pm
so is watching a video about someone you don’t like
@tattooedandy93
October 31, 2024 at 1:56 pm
Loved her in Divergent. The films were abit bland but the performances of Shailene, Theo and Kate were the best thing about the movies. The scenes between Kate and Shailene were limited but incredibly exciting to watch. Shailene was very like a young Kate Winslet.
She should’ve been nominated for her role in The Fault In Our Stars, I cry all the time when I watch it. Her performance broke my heart.
@cessy1479
October 31, 2024 at 2:00 pm
She’s gorgeous and such a talented human being
@Duckduckobtusegoose
October 31, 2024 at 2:03 pm
I so so wish that the spectacular now was in this, love her
@starryeyeschick
October 31, 2024 at 2:11 pm
I’ve always loved Shailene, ever since seeing Felicity. Love the wide range of characters she plays. She’s such a talented and versatile actress.
@acemyname
October 31, 2024 at 2:16 pm
i grew up watching secret life of the american teenager, the fault in our stars, and the divergent movies, shaleine was one of my favorite actors growing up and remains one of my favorites now as an adult, even though i haven’t watched much that she’s been in recently i can’t help but love her because she just comes across as such a genuine person and her participation in activism is so important ❤️
@livboredxm1817
October 31, 2024 at 2:17 pm
WHERE IS THE SPECTACULAR NOW
@dysmissme7343
October 31, 2024 at 2:40 pm
Fr though ❤
I love that lil film
@tyagilakshay45
October 31, 2024 at 2:18 pm
she is so beautiful
@larkspur2482
October 31, 2024 at 2:44 pm
Where’s her first classic– Felicity, an American Girl Adventure????
@ActUpWithFrenchy
October 31, 2024 at 2:48 pm
Describing her life as one of abundance and not taking it for granted is the way to go. That’s how you find the beauty in things.
@shieldweaver
October 31, 2024 at 2:49 pm
I WAS JUST WATCHING ADRIFT AND THIS COMES UP
@Whereisnicolenow
October 31, 2024 at 2:52 pm
I remember she did an American girl movie
@ruthesther1057
October 31, 2024 at 2:54 pm
felicity broooo
@siro4239
October 31, 2024 at 3:06 pm
I loved the Descendants!
@Jinkook-wu1pu
October 31, 2024 at 3:09 pm
Will Poulter please 🙏🏾
@ItsMiloTalon
October 31, 2024 at 3:14 pm
how did you not include THE SPECTACULAR NOW?! That movie and Shailenes performance were 10/10 <3
@estrada1887
October 31, 2024 at 3:15 pm
Too bad about her beliefs and values…
@clare8871
October 31, 2024 at 3:15 pm
Isn’t she a Trumper? Hmm no thanks.
@perryjones7771
October 31, 2024 at 3:29 pm
I’ll never forget when i read the “Divergent” trilogy for the first time. Those books and movies are such a staple of my childhood and teen years. I can’t wait to see her play the legendary Janis Joplin.
@Kamo766
October 31, 2024 at 3:30 pm
Tris❤
@aisha7564
October 31, 2024 at 3:36 pm
Glad she said she wanted the fourth movie for divergent, I really wished they’d finish the series 🙁
@samtbenjamin
October 31, 2024 at 3:49 pm
Where’s Felicity: An American Girl Adventure?? That’s Shailene’s acting debut!!!