Closet Remix: Benjamin Button Style

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is nominated for more Oscars than any other film this year—thirteen. The drama, heart-wrenching love story, and perplexing plot are reason enough to go see the film. However, if you’re like me, the real reason to see this film is because of Cate Blanchett’s to die for wardrobe. The movie stars the curiously gorgeous Brad Pitt and equally stunning Cate Blanchett. In this mind-twisting drama Brad Pitt’s character, Benjamin Button, ages backwards. We see him go from being an old man to a tiny infant. Although Brad Pitt’s ageless beauty steals many-a-scenes, Cate Blanchett’s acts as a luminous angelic creature framing each era of his life. Among their thirteen nominations for best direction, film of the year, and visual effects, is one of the most crucial gold men—costume design.

Costume designer Jacqueline West’s stunning forties and fifties inspired wardrobe choices are dazzling. Among my favorite picks was a fabulous pair of high-waisted pants worn by Cate Blanchett’s character Daisy after her ballet performance. I also loved her red plaid pea coat and matching beret. However, the piece du jour, a beautiful red dress, was designed by West herself. Its color was specifically commissioned by Blanchett who further decided to wear it without any accessories. West stated, “There was a discussion of whether or not she should wear jewelry, and I said no, her skin is like pearls. She is luminescent. Let her skin be the jewelry.”

Cate Blanchett in the Curious Case of Benjamin Button – by ShylaB on Polyvore.com