In honor of Fashion Month, I’m sharing five must-watch fashion series that blend high drama with even higher style. This is the season where runways light up in New York, London, Milan, and Paris — but if you can't make it to the front row, your screen is the next best seat. These series offer more than just entertainment; they reveal the personalities, politics, and pressure behind the world’s most iconic fashion houses.
Whether you're craving historical couture, behind-the-scenes industry intrigue, or intimate portraits of visionary designers, these recent releases deliver major looks and compelling storytelling. Lavish costume design, archival inspiration, and meticulous recreations of runway moments make each show a visual feast. From Dior’s New Look to Galliano’s dramatic flair, each series captures fashion not just as clothing — but as culture, art, and legacy.
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1. The New Look (Apple TV+)
Created by Todd A. Kessler and starring Ben Mendelsohn as Christian Dior and Juliette Binoche as Coco Chanel, The New Look is a visual feast. Set against the backdrop of WWII Paris, the series showcases Dior’s revolutionary silhouettes — lovingly recreated by costume designer Karen Muller Serreau. Expect dramatic tailoring, New Look nipped waists, and opulent post-war fashion.
2. Becoming Karl Lagerfeld (Hulu)
Daniel Brühl transforms into a young Karl Lagerfeld in this stylish biopic directed by Jérôme Salle. From powdered ponytails to sharp collars and silk ascots, the costumes channel Lagerfeld’s evolution — both professionally and personally — during his rivalry with Yves Saint Laurent in the 1970s.
3. Cristóbal Balenciaga (Star+ /Disney+)
Spanish actor Alberto San Juan embodies Cristóbal Balenciaga in this elegant, introspective series. The show meticulously reconstructs the designer’s iconic sculptural designs, thanks to costume designer Bina Daigeler (Mulan). It’s a masterclass in restraint and architectural fashion.
4. Kingdom of Dreams (Prime Video)
Directed by Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato (The Eyes of Tammy Faye), this documentary series fuses archival runway footage with insider interviews. From John Galliano’s theatrical shows to Tom Ford’s Gucci era, it’s a front-row seat to fashion’s power plays.
5. High & Low – John Galliano (MUBI)
Directed by Kevin Macdonald (The Last King of Scotland), this raw documentary follows Galliano’s genius and downfall. With stunning archival footage from his Dior and Margiela days, it’s as much about beauty as it is about redemption.
Bonus: Halston (Netflix)
Starring Ewan McGregor and directed by Daniel Minahan, Halston dazzles with Studio 54 glamour and slinky ’70s silhouettes. We've already covered it in detail — but it’s worth revisiting.
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