stylish knitwear

Vogt knows that sometimes, high fashion looks can start to look the same, so she made careful choices with distinct and innovative pieces that the actors would still be functional in.

Eleanor Young’s character goes for high end looks that are elegantly understated. We adored her high-necked Burgundy Valentino gown and flowing cape, along with that long-sleeved, emerald DVF top. She even made us fall for sequins again with that glamorous but graceful Elie Saab dress. Nick’s cousin Astrid also stole the spotlight in a demure, pastel pink Dior dress with a cowl-style neck that Jackie O would be proud of.

Nick’s girlfriend Rachel isn’t the most glamorous fashionista in the film, but that just makes her transition from low key girl to gown-donning beauty even more breathtaking.

The dress is also a bit of an illusion -it is a bodysuit with an attached skirt which looks more like a jumpsuit than a traditional wedding gown. Instead of shoes, the body suit continued all the way to the feet, featuring more tulle knitting and decorative stones. Vogt was inspired by Swan Lake and the actress playing Araminta, who had a background in ballet.

The film was a blend of high fashion homages and a peek at new, emerging designers who have looks that are just as daring. The worlds of old and new constantly collide when it comes to style, and the looks in Crazy Rich Asians proved that. Vogt enhanced bold and beautiful; characters, without overwhelming them, nor fading them into the background.