Fashion bible Harpers & Queen has compiled a list of the 100 women it sees as defining style over the past century. The selection includes models, actresses, musicians and royals who have come to represent the very essence of chic.
In conjunction with the H&Q choices, an exhibition entitled Style Queens Of The 20th Century opens on April 30 at the Getty Images Gallery in London. The show brings together memorable images of the women who make up the list.
Veteran stars seem to have won out over new talents, as there is a surprisingly modest showing by today's hottest talents. Julia Roberts, Halle Berry, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Nicole Kidman are all omitted, in favour of a host of classic beauties whose timeless style sets them apart.
Instead, iconic beauties like Ali McGraw, Vivien Leigh, Audrey Hepburn and Sophia Loren have been selected as the embodiment of vogue. Of course, legendary figures such as Jackie Onassis, Christine Keeler and Elizabeth Taylor also make the cut.
Contemporary figures who did manage to win a place in the exclusive lineup include Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow and Sophie Dahl. Needless to say, any exhibition of fashion royalty would not be complete without the presence of the inimitable Princess Di.
Style Queens Of The 20th Century runs at the Getty Images Gallery in Jubilee Place until June 5.
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Photo: © Alphapress.com
