Like I said before, Katherine’s look was as much about her intelligence as well as her clothes; so wear your outfit with confidence and street smarts and you’ll look every bit as beautiful as Katharine.

Want to rock the menswear look like Katherine? Here’s a full guide to Katherine Hepburn’s style!

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16. Dorothy Dandridge

Doe-eyed Dorothy Dandridge was a classic beauty with classic style. Famous for both her work at the Apollo Theater, in movies, and on records, Dorothy was without a doubt a triple threat and a force to be reckoned with.

Shop Dorothy’s Closet

Products:

• Pencil Skirt – Amazon
• Off-Shoulder Top (similar) – Amazon
• Wedges – Amazon
• Bracelet (similar) – Amazon

Almost every picture I found of Dorothy showed off those gorgeous shoulders of hers, and as such, I pulled a flirty off-the-shoulder top that can be dressed up or down. I paired the top with a sultry pencil skirt and a pair of classic wedges. Optional is this chunky bracelet, something Dorothy wore in many of her photos.

This look is sassy, smart, and perfectly Dorothy. Walkout in this outfit and I guarantee you’ll look and feel ready to take on the world with style.

Do you like Dorothy’s demure look? See our ultimate guide to Dorothy Dandridge’s style!

Thoughts?

Who is your favorite icon from this list? What do you think of the styles I put together? Who is your style muse? Whatever your thoughts, leave them in the comments! I love your feedback, everyone!

Editor’s note: This post was originally published in 2010; it was completely updated and revamped in 2022 with new photos and information.

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