The Eyeliner Manifesto

6.16.2012

Classic Horror Scream Queens Day Two: Tippi Hedren

Alfred Hitchcock brought the world many things, great storytelling, mystery, suspense, but my favorite would be his iconic "Ice Blonde." This fabulous lady has it all. Her grace, poise and clothes have inspired many throughout the years. Tippi Hedren embodied this perfectly in her role as Melanie Daniels in 'The Birds' (1963). Melanie is a beautiful, rich socialite who meets her handsome costar in a San Francisco pet shop. He, as is the standard, manages to make her aquaintance and then infuriate her. She tracks him down the Avian Adventures begin.

The Iconic Ice Blonde is portrayed effortlessly by Tippi Hedren in Alfred Hitchcock's 'The Birds.'

Scream Queens: Tippi Hedren by theeyelinermanifesto featuring black clutches

Hobbs shift dress
£89 - johnlewis.com

Kelsi Dagger high heel shoes
$100 - heels.com

Yves Saint Laurent black clutch
$445 - ysl.com

J Crew pearl jewelry
$78 - jcrew.com

Adjustable ring
$22 - baublebar.com

Alex Monroe necklace
alexmonroe.com

Linda farrow sunglasses
$141 - ssense.com

Classic Horror Scream Queens Day One: Fay Wray

Who comes to mind when one thinks of the classic "Scream Queen?" Is it the ice-cold blonde with nerves of steel and a chic skirt suit to match? Maybe she's draped in satin? Regardless of the look, our heroine is always ready for anything that may come her way, or cross her path.

Fashion in horror films does a great job of documenting the styles of the era. We'll begin with the Original Scream Queen, Fay Wray. She starred in 'King Kong' (1933) as Ann Darrow. Wray taught generations of Damsels in Distress the proper way to scream. The glamorous Wray also showed many young women what the classic 30's look was all about.

Fay Wray is the reason we love horror films. She showed the audience what fear looked like and kept them coming back for more. Although, it also may have been her classic satin gown and finger waves that helped her accomplish it.

This simple yet stunning look is a modern take on the classic white gown that Fay Wray won over the audience with in 'King Kong.' The touches of gold in the earrings and heels add to the glamour of the look.