Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, most of the world has tuned in to binge-watch—and obsess over—Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit.
And while the intriguing story of a young orphan’s foray into the male-dominated world of chess has inspired many, the show’s choice in the 1960s-inspired fashion and beauty has viewers looking to replicate the series’ stunning looks.
Based on the novel by Walter Tevis, the story follows Beth Harmon, played by Anya Taylor Joy, a chess prodigy struggling with drug addiction, who is attempting to prove herself against men in the world of chess.
And while chess and fashion typically don’t go hand-in-hand, the chess genius and her ode to ‘60s fashion is an odd-yet-chic pairing.
Created by French costume designer Gabriele Binder, Beth’s style choices were inspired by Audrey Hepburn, Edie Sedgwick, Jean Seberg, Pierre Cardin, which explains a lot. According to Binder, at least one dozen of her outfits contained geometric patterning that mirrored the structure of a chess board—discreetly, of course.
From her downtime moments to her nail-biting chess tournaments, perhaps it’s time to inject some of Beth’s ‘60s flare into your style rotation.
Below, we’ve rounded up her best looks and how you can emulate it in 2020.
The Lingerie Set
Both effortless and elegant, Beth’s lingerie set is one of her easiest looks to achieve. Wearing a simple pale blue, lace bodysuit, she pairs the piece with a fluffy pastel pink cardigan to keep her look cosy and chic.
Shop the look:
‘Ice Blue Washable Silk Leila Cami‘, $99.95; ‘Ice Blue Washable Silk Leila Shorts‘, $89.85 both at Ginia.
‘Merino wool cardigan’ by GANNI, $434 at Net-A-Porter.
The Peter Pan Collars
Shop the look:
‘Bow collar shift dress’ by Red Valentino, $735 at Farfetch.
Much like the traditional Peter Pan collar, the straight edge variation still says sophistication but with even more of a ’60s-inspired twist.
Shop the look:
‘Cadee Polo Dress’ by Rag & Bone, $349 at Shopbop.
The Candy Coloured Coat
One of Beth’s best fashion moments of the season, her ode to the candy coloured wool coat is like nothing else. Whether you prefer a subtle plaid or would rather stick to a more monochromatic look, adding a pop of pastel into your wardrobe is sure to add the perfect amount of personality.
Shop the look:
‘Oversized Double-Breasted Coat’ by TRF, $219 at ZARA.
‘Wool-blend coat’ in Mint by VINCE, $600.60 at Net-A-Porter.
‘Beige Wool Gabriel Blanket Coat’ by Isabel Marant Etoile, $690 at SSENSE.
The ’60s Silk Shirt
Steering away from her pink-hued and delicate fashion choices, Beth’s iconic silk shirt proves that a little bit of print can never hurt—as long as the pattern is chic, of course.
Shop the look:
‘Boy Abstract Print Silk-Twill Shirt’ by La DoubleJ, $683 at Matches Fashion.
‘Pleated silk shirt’ by Emilio Pucci, $1619 at Farfetch.
‘Striped silk shirt’ by Marni, $974 at Farfetch.
The Squash Ensemble
Exercise may be dedicated to excessive sweating, but even Beth’s atheleisure can’t help but be oh-so-chic. From her white polo shirt to her navy shorts, her country club attire is chic enough to keep us practising our serve.
Shop the look:
‘Training Headband’ by Nike, $8.50 at ASOS.
‘The Organic Cotton Pique Polo’, $43 at Everlane.
‘Flex Pure Women’s Tennis Short in Navy’ by Nike, $45 at Tennis Plaza.
‘Ankle socks in white’, $16 at ASOS; ‘OCA Low Off-White Canvas’, $109 at Cariuma.
The All-White Moment
While white-on-white may seem like a magnet for spills, it is also exudes elegance, especially in contrast with Beth’s gorgeous ’60s flick. Whether you enjoy a winter white or prefer an easy ecru, matching your headwear, outerwear and accessories can never lead your style astray.
Shop the look:
‘Beret’ in Cream, $69 at Lack of Color.
‘Cashmere gloves’ by Johnstons of Elgin, $92.10 at Net-A-Porter.
‘Hunter belted wool and cashmere-blend coat’ by Anine Bing, $990 at Net-A-Porter.
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