For true fans of Twilight and New Moon, fashion is one of the finest elements of the movie to observe – once you can get past the eye candy, that is. There is a palpable difference between the two films. Twilight was blue and grey with a cool color scheme and bruise-like clothing to reflect the setting and the characters. New Moon is proving to be warmer, with plenty of browns and golds and ambers, perhaps appropriate to usher in the uber-warm Quileute werewolves of La Push. But we’re talking fashion here, not hot vamps and buff shape-shifters. So it’s time to focus on the ladies of Forks.
Bella Swan
Arguably, the best accessory might be Edward Cullen himself, but one of the hottest, must-have items from Twilight has been Bella’s stylish, wear-it-with-anything jacket. This versatile little number’s slim fit, pockets galore, roomy hood (perfect for the rainy Pacific Northwest!), and delightful blue shade allow Bella to blend splendidly with the Cullens’ cool palette.
To truly copy Bella’s overall Twilight look, keep clothes slim-fitting and latch onto layered tops, but don’t be afraid to get a little romantic with a whimsical piece of jewelry or boho blouse with floral embroidery. Laid-back and comfortable seems to be Bella’s demand, and even in the New Moon party scene she’s sporting a forest green dress with her typical boat shoes – showing that pairing dressy with casual is truly a look that never goes out of fashion. Bella trends: layered tops; headbands; mixing fancy with a little bit of grunge.
Alice Cullen
As Twilighters know, pixie-faced Alice is the ultimate fashion diva, and it’s anticipated that this element of her character will be even more heightened as the movies continue. In Twilight, Alice was known for her bohemian, vintage looks with fitted vests, lace sweaters, and turquoise jewelry, all staying on the white and gray spectrum.
But she was definitely a style maven with her coveted Diane von Furstenberg Oleada chiffon dress selling out promptly. Who could resist that antique look, particularly paired with her dainty ballet flats and leggings? Rumor has it, New Moon will have Alice sporting even more high-end and polished fashion pieces. Glimpsing just a bit of her in the movie’s trailers, it’s a safe bet that gloves and scarves as head coverings might make a comeback in upcoming seasons. Alice trends: ballet flats; boho-chic dresses; never forgetting the importance of looking good.
Rosalie Hale
One word can define Rosalie – icy. This super-sharp dresser rocked a curvy body in skinny jeans with her fitted blazer, long scarves, and sky-high heels. Perhaps she’s the one who really started this whole boyfriend jacket and scarf craze! The New Moon clips haven’t revealed much of Rosalie yet except for the party scene, but even that one little glimpse shows she’s not slacking in the style area. She’s looking lean and mean in that LBD (little black dress) that is without a doubt not off the rack. Rosalie trends: boyfriend jackets; designer heels; red lips with anything.
Esme Cullen
The beloved matriarch of the Cullen family, in Twilight Esme is rocking 1940s-style chic, one of the trendiest looks to hit the runways for Fall 2009. Yes, femininity is back! Her demure look shows that you can button up and still be sexy. Esme’s hemlines are just below the knee, her skirts are high-waisted and belted, and her blouses are high-collared and frilly.
It’s daytime glamour and nighttime elegance for this lady who sparkles even when not in the sunlight. And Esme also adds a pop of color to the blue-gray-black-white color palette of the Cullens – purple. Grab yourself something eggplant or amethyst this fall and you’ll fit right in. Esme trends: pencil skirts; peep-toe heels; knowing that showing just a little skin is the sexiest look.
Victoria the Nomadic Vampire
From the top of her orange tresses to the tips of her bare toes, Victoria is the bad girl that every gal really wants to be. She is thrift-store chic and consignment-store friendly in her style, and obviously not afraid to take a fashion risk, what with that unforgettable white coat. Truly she is the definition of Tim Gunn’s, “Make it work!” You could say Victoria embodies the natural look, with her to-die-for curls and barely-there makeup, she is the original flower child… with a lot more leather than lace to her rock ‘n’ roll attitude. Victoria trends: necklace upon necklace; statement tees; not being the list bit shy about showing her own personal style.
For more ideas about Twilight fashion, look into the world of Polyvore and the fashion collages that site's users have pulled together. If you want to leave the fashion-forward statements to the immortal residents of Forks, Washington, but you do want to show your support for Twilight and New Moon, one of your best fashion resources is Hot Topic, the go-to retailer of vamp and wolf statement tees.
Or just throw on something sparkly. Vampires do know how to work a little shine.
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