Few directors have influenced fashion the way Wes Anderson has. Known for his highly stylized worlds, Anderson’s films have become visual mood boards for everything from runway shows to editorial shoots.
The director is known for his distinct aesthetic. While his works differ depending on the time, place, and mood of the movie, there is an overarching and clear visual goal. This aesthetic has been so welcomed by the world, that Wes Anderson has had multiple exhibitions surrounding his work. Fondazione Prada in Milan even has a cafe called Bar Luce which was designed by Anderson.
Wes Anderson films are often linked to each other not only by the signature Wes Anderson aesthetic but also with familiar faces. It's not a Wes Anderson film without seeing at least one of the following (if not several): Bill Murray, Jason Schwartzman, Owen Wilson, Willem Dafoe, Jeff Goldblum, Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, Tilda Swinton... to name a few.
His latest release, The Phoenician Scheme (2025), continues to cement his role as a tastemaker. For lovers of vintage style, whimsical accessories, and cinematic storytelling, this film offers rich inspiration.
Wes Anderson Fashion: An Overview
The film director has always been applauded for his ability to create entire worlds around his work.
The details in his movies are created with intentionality and the wardrobes become extensions of the characters’ personalities. Every character’s wardrobe is carefully color-coded to match the film’s palette and in general, muted pastels, earthy tones, and deep jewel hues dominate.
The accessories are often extremely specific to the characters, giving them a real sense of personal style. Many characters wear ‘uniforms’, which are looks they rarely deviate from, emphasizing identity and consistency. But, there’s always a twist: a brooch, a patch, a signature piece of jewelry.
From symmetrical silhouettes to nostalgic references, Anderson’s visual language is rooted in a love of the past and a deep appreciation for detail.
1. The Phoenician Scheme (2025)
Style: 1950s refinement with sacred undertones.
Recreate The Look
Cartier were tasked to create Liesl’s bespoke rosary in this movie, inspired by one of their archival pieces from 1880.
If The Phoenician Scheme inspires you to embrace a story-driven style, here are a few picks that echo the film’s aesthetic:
2. Asteroid City (2023)
Style: 1950s casual cowboy.
Recreate The Look
Set in a 1950s desert town, this Wes Anderson movie channels a dreamy fusion of postwar Americana and mid-century futurism. Expect pastel Western wear, scout uniforms, and atomic-age silhouettes layered with Anderson’s trademark symmetry and surreal mood.
- Check prints
- Light yellow
- Brooches & pins
- Nylon accessories
- Western style
- '50s-style sunglasses
3. The French Dispatch (2021)
Style: 1960s French intellectual.
Recreate The Look
A love letter to journalism and the creative chaos of 20th-century France, The French Dispatch brings together vintage academia, Left Bank bohemia, and timeless Parisian chic. Expect high-waisted trousers, tweed coats, and intellectual accessories.
- Saint Laurent Rive Gauche tote
- Hermès silk scarf
- Chunky gold jewelry
- Omega Seamaster watch
- Chanel Flap Bag in tweed
- And, of course, a beret
4. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
Style: Art Deco fantasy formalwear.
Recreate The Look
Set in a fictional pre-war European resort, this film is all about faded grandeur and timeless formality. Think: rich jewel tones, precise tailoring, and accessories that exude old-world charm. Many view this movie as the epitome of the signature Wes Anderson style.
- Pastel pinks and powder blues
- All things Prada
- Emerald jewelry
- Hermès burgundy Kelly bag
- Chanel brooch with gold & enamel details
- Louis Vuitton monogram trunk
5. Moonrise Kingdom (2012)
Style: Nostalgic scoutcore.
Recreate The Look
Set in the 1960s, this film is a nostalgic love letter to adolescence, summer camp, and offbeat romance. Expect utilitarian pieces softened by quirky, romantic details.
- Lock and tag pendant necklaces
- Hermès silk scarf
- Wicker bags
- Khaki accessories
- Pops of red
- Backpacks
6. The Royal Tenenbaums (2001)
Style: Retro aristocratic eccentricity.
Recreate The Look
This film's wardrobe is as iconic as its dysfunctional characters. The fashion is rich with prep-school influences, vintage sportswear, and idiosyncratic accessories that feel deeply personal.
- Hermès Birkin bag in gold
- Faux fur bags
- Gucci Web Stripe accessories
- Oversized sunglasses
- Western-inspired accessories
List Of Wes Anderson Movies
- Bottle Rocket – 1996
- Rushmore – 1998
- The Royal Tenenbaums – 2001
- The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou – 2004
- The Darjeeling Limited – 2007
- Fantastic Mr. Fox – 2009
- Moonrise Kingdom – 2012
- The Grand Budapest Hotel – 2014
- Isle Of Dogs – 2018
- The French Dispatch – 2021
- Asteroid City – 2023
- The Phoenician Scheme – 2024
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