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Frenchy Lunning on the Historical Significance of Themed Dressing

June 25, 2024
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People dressed as characters from Star War in Milan, Italy.

In an interview with Yahoo Entertainment, Frenchy Lunning, a design history and cultural studies professor at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, offers insight into the historical significance of themed dressing for movies.

Zendaya’s stylist, Law Roach, ignited the "tenniscore" trend with his tennis-themed outfits for the promotion of her film, Challengers. This trend, along with others like Barbie, showcases how fans connect with movies through fashion, inspired by celebrities like Zendaya. Lunning highlights the historical significance of themed dressing for movies, tracing it back to classics like Rocky Horror Picture Show. Lunning emphasizes how this tradition reflects fans' desire to immerse themselves in the film experience, celebrating creativity, and feeling part of a larger community.

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