8 Ways To Bring Elizabeth Taylor's Old Hollywood Glamour To Your 2025 Outfits

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Recently, movie star Elizabeth Taylor has reclaimed her proper place in our cultural imagination, in part thanks to Taylor Swift's track, "Elizabeth Taylor."There's a poetic perfection to one showgirl invoking another, but let's not forget that the Old Hollywood starlet was always an icon in her own right. From her memorable films to her tabloid-fodder string of marriages to her fabulous jewelry collection, Taylor was the ultimate embodiment of glamour. She loved classic pieces, massive diamonds, and excellent tailoring.

"You really could put something plain on her, and she filled it out in every way," Deborah Nadoolman Landis, author of "Dressed: A Century of Hollywood Costume Design," told the Los Angeles Times. "Because she had these extraordinary features, because she's one of the world's great beauties and had this fantastically small waist and raven hair and iris eyes, you didn't have to put much on her."  While it's been a few decades since Taylor's heydey, there are plenty of on-trend ways to incorporate a little of this bombshell's sensibility into your modern wardrobe. The key is thinking in terms of pieces that look and feel luxurious, and that feel both retro and feminine.

The old adage goes "diamonds are a girl's best friend" — but if diamonds have a best friend, it's definitely Elizabeth Taylor. The superstar was famous for her show stopping jewelry. Even if you don't have the budget for anything as enormous as the pear-shaped 69.42-carat ring purchased for her by Richard Burton, which could put plenty of the British Royal's gorgeous engagement rings to shame, you can certainly recreate this vibe with a few statement pieces of your own. The key is pairing a bold, eye-catching piece with an otherwise streamlined outfit. Try adding unforgettable sparkle, like this Kendra Scott Cailin Pendant Necklace, with a crisp white button up and neutral-colored trousers.

Elizabeth Taylor loved a sultry, silky dress in a statement color. While she tended to gravitate toward A-line silhouettes, you can modernize this glamorous style with an on-trend slip dress, ideally one in a bold, jewel-tone like the color palette Taylor favored. Reach for something like this AKibby Satin Dress and don't forget to elevate it with some classic pumps, like these Elisabet Tang Stiletto Heels. Bonus points if you also recreate Taylor's signature bold lip.

Elizabeth Taylor's style celebrated her curves, which is part of why she was a such devotee of Dior's New Look, which celebrated a cinched waist and a full A-line skirt. Recreate this fabulous blend of structure and femininity by reaching for one of fall's hottest styles: a blazer with a nipped in waist, like this Cicy Bell Blazer. For a more timeless look, throw a statement belt around a coat or dress. Or embrace the vavavoom with a Taylor-approved pencil skirt, like this Urban CoCo High Waist Pencil Skirt.

There's a lovely sensuality to a revealed shoulder or collarbone. Elizabeth Taylor loved gowns that featured this kind of restrained sex appeal. In 2025, you can get the same demure but undeniable effect with an elegant knit, like the Imily Bela Off The Shoulder Sweater, or an asymmetrical top, like this PRETTYGARDEN Off The Shoulder Top — both are interesting yet minimal in a way that Taylor would certainly have appreciated.

Even more iconic than her jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor was famous for her striking violet-colored eyes. To accentuate them, the star famously embraced purple as her signature color. Though she had to stop wearing it during her then-husband John Warner's senate campaign, since it was deemed an inappropriate hue for the political realm, she eagerly donned the color again post-election. While the icon loved all sorts of jewel tones, there's no better way to channel her glamour than a bold pop of purple, like this Chiffon Square Neck Scarf, or even a head-to-toe look like this sexycherry Jumpsuit. That's perfect since this jewel tone is among the color trends to have on your fashion radar for fall.

For the ultimate off-duty look, pair a chic head scarf with oversized sunglasses for an Elizabeth Taylor homage. It's the perfect blend of Hollywood glam and low-key, making it a great option for travel days or lazy brunch — or if you just are between hair washings. It's the perfect Taylor style to resurrect, especially now that silk scarves, like this ANDANTINO Mulberry Silk Scarf, are the accessory of the season.

Nothing says 1960s glamour like cat-eye sunglasses. This playful, fun shape was a favorite of Elizabeth Taylor. It's also a shape that still looks fresh and modern today, which means it's one of the best ways to pay homage to the "National Velvet" star without looking like you're doing vintage cosplay. There's a reason these retro-shaped sunnies are an essential you need in your vacation wardrobe. For maximum Taylor style, look for something a little oversized that still retains that lifted corner, like these AIEYEZO Oversized Sunglasses.

Elizabeth Taylor's love of glamour was epitomized in her affection for rich textures. They suited her sensual, bold style. If you're looking to channel that kind of old-school Hollywood elegance, then opt for pieces in sumptuous velvet, touchable silk, or soft knits. Cold? Throw a buttery knit, like this State Cashmere Sweater, over your shoulders. Headed to a party? Elevate your look by choosing a shimmering velvet, like this Maxigerui Maxi Dress.