Ep 23. The Girls of Girls

Celebrity Style Story is a hit television series that takes audiences behind the scenes and into the closets of some of Hollywood's most fashionable stars. For season 2 episode 23, titled "The Girls of Girls," viewers will get an inside look at the fashion evolution of the hit show's leading ladies.

The Girls of Girls episode focuses on the four main characters of the hit HBO series, Lena Dunham's Hannah Horvath, Allison Williams' Marnie Michaels, Jemima Kirke's Jessa Johansson and Zosia Mamet's Shoshanna Shapiro. While the show ran for six seasons between 2012 and 2017, this episode focuses primarily on the fashion choices made during the first three seasons.

The show's costume designer, Jenn Rogien, is the key guest on this episode. She reveals how she created the unique and distinctive looks for each character that helped to make the show such a fashion phenomenon. Rogien explains how she worked closely with the writers, directors, and actors to bring the aesthetics of the show to life.

In the first season, Hannah's wardrobe was all about comfort as she tried to navigate adulthood while still holding on to her youthful spirit. Her quirky ensembles, which often included bold prints, chunky cardigans and layered shirts mixed with florals, cemented her place as a relatable character for many viewers. Rogien shares that Hannah's iconic yellow mesh top with white-and-blue flower-patterned undershirt was actually inspired by something that Dunham wore on set one day. The team loved the look so much that they incorporated it into the show.

Marnie's style, on the other hand, was defined by her preppy, put-together outfits that showcased her ambition and desire to fit in with New York's upper echelon. She was often seen wearing tailored blazers, crisp button-up shirts, and pencil skirts. Williams reveals that she enjoyed wearing Marnie's clothes, but that the character's look wasn't always comfortable or practical. She adds that Rogien was always able to find the right pieces to make Marnie's outfits look polished and professional.

Jessa's bohemian-inspired wardrobe was a reflection of her free-spirited nature. She was often seen in flowing, vintage-inspired ensembles that showcased her love for art and travel. Kirke reveals that she had a lot of input into Jessa's wardrobe, as she had a personal collection of vintage clothes that she used as inspiration for the character's look.

Finally, Shoshanna's style was a whimsical mash-up of girlishness and pop culture nostalgia. Her outfits, which often included graphic prints, bright colors, and quirky hair accessories, reflected her love for all things cute and quirky. Mamet reveals that she enjoyed wearing Shoshanna's outfits, which were a departure from her personal style.

As the episode progresses, viewers are treated to a montage of some of the show's most iconic fashion moments, from Hannah's neon yellow mesh top to Marnie's red bandage dress, Jessa's bohemian wedding dress to Shoshanna's Hello Kitty-themed party outfit.

Throughout the episode, Rogien emphasizes the importance of creating authentic and relatable characters through their fashion choices. She also reveals some of the challenges she faced in dressing the characters, such as finding pieces that would fit Dunham's figure or dealing with the constantly changing hair and makeup looks.

Overall, "The Girls of Girls" episode provides an interesting and entertaining look at the fashion evolution of one of the biggest television shows of the last decade. Fans of the show, as well as fashion enthusiasts, will enjoy learning more about the creative process behind the characters' distinctive looks.