9 Times the Fashion Industry Was Influenced by Star Wars
1/11Today is an exciting day for the sci-fi fans of the world because it’s Star Wars Day! May 4th, dubbed by the legions of “may the fourth be with you” meme sharing fans, has become a holiday for outer space lovers of all types. As we know, the fashion industry often takes it’s inspiration from pop culture phenomenons. So, it’s no surprise that over the many successful years of the Star Wars franchise, there have been countless designers and events that gathered inspiration from the films. Click through the slideshow for a look at how designers and style stars have embraced the holiday through the years.
Photo: 2015 Getty Images2/11In late 2015, Bloomingdales created the charity event “Force 4 Fashion" in which top level designers created looks based off Star Wars: The Force Awakens characters. This dress was created by Diane von Furstenberg.
Photo: Dave Benett / Getty Images for D3/11Last year, a charity called, “Fashion Finds the Force” created a presentation in London with looks inspired by Star Wars. This one came replete with a very literal storm trooper.
Photo: 2015 David M. Benett4/11Another designer at the “Fashion Finds the Force” event created looks that weren't quite as literal, but were certainly out of this world.
Photo: Getty Images for IMG5/11During World MasterCard Fashion Week in Canada, there was an epic Star Wars presentation that included looks that were as wearable as they are thematic.
Photo: Getty Images6/11In 2014, Rodarte’s Autumn/Winter collection was heavily inspired by the films. They even used bold prints of the characters.
Photo: Getty Images7/11Following the success of the runway show, Kirsten Dunst was spotted rocking the Rodarte “Death Star” dress at the Met Gala.
Photo: Getty Images8/11Former British model Yasmin Le Bon was seen at a Porter magazine party in 2014 wearing a brilliant Darth Vader dress by Preen.
Photo: Getty Images9/11For Spring 2016, designer Bobby Abley designed a mens collection complete with robots, metallics, and clever Star Wars puns.
Photo: Getty Images10/11Star Wars has even infiltrated street style. A model was spotted rocking a Star Wars backpack during New York Fashion Week in February.
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