The film industry has glorified the jacket in more ways than 1. Sometimes used as a defining feature of a character. While other times used just as a fashion accessory, the jacket has been a long standing contributor to elevating standards of cinema fashion. In a lot of instances, movie characters graced jacket fashions way before they became the latest trend. This is evident in Ryan Gosling’s iconic satin bomber jacket in Drive. The jackets have long cemented their importance on the big screen. So it is only fair to pay homage to the most iconic ones in this post.
Therefore, here are the top 5 most memorable jackets in cinema history.
5. Judd Nelson’s Denim Jacket in The Breakfast Club
First of all, which high school kid hasn’t watched the Breakfast club? The nostalgia it brings is….. priceless. And from those who have watched it, who doesn’t like John? After all he is the brave rebel in the lot. Everyone felt sorry for Andrew when his letterman jacket was ripped. But it was John’s denim jacket that did the most justice to portray his rebellious character. It’s cool, it’s hip. It was perfect for him.
4. John Travolta’s Leather Jacket in Grease
Does this even need an introduction? Nothing cemented Danny’s cool status as a T-bird than his stylish leather jacket. This look ever since has been copied in numerous occassions by generations around the world : The immortal style of Danny and Sandy. And if you don’t get the references, drop everything and go watch Grease. Don’t forget to marvel at his jacket!
3. Ryan Gosling’s Bomber Jacket in Drive
Damn that bomber jacket! The Driver. That’s literally his identity in the movie. And when you see that shiny, suave bomber with a scorpion sign, you know he’s come. Nothing shouts iconic movie jacket more than that!
That jacket….
2. Brad Pitt’s Leather Blazer in The Fight Club
Is that a jacket? Is that a blazer? No. It’s a red leather jacket-blazer. No lady can keep their jaws together once they see Tyler the ”soap salesman” in action in that hot jacket-blazer.
What a combination!
1. Michael Jackson’s Jacket in Thriller
Well Thriller is not a movie. Technically it was the first ever “movie” used as a music video. Not the point. The jacket image speaks for itself. The iconic jacket reached MJ super stardom status since its appearance in the music video. And since then, there was no going back.
And that is our take on the Top 5 most memorable jackets in cinema history. If we have missed out any that you think is definitely one of the most memorable movie jackets of all time, please let us know in the comments below ! Peace out!
