How Rose Forde Is Ushering in a New Era of Hollywood Style [Video]

Coming from the editorial world, Forde—who has been an editor at Clash and Port, and has contributed to titles such as GQ, L’UOMO Vogue, and Vanity Fair—certainly brings a fresh eye to the realm of Hollywood dressing (though, London is her home base). Where other stylists focus on seasonal trends or straight-off-the-runway looks, Forde prefers viewing the step and repeat as a playground to deliver more thoughtful fashion moments. She often works with her clients on custom looks to achieve a special, one-of-a-kind look that comes with a deep well of references. (Her Oscars look for Cillian Murphy this year, for example, paid homage to Versace’s ’90s archives.) “When I do fittings, I do most of the pinnings myself—I really have to get in there and construct it myself,” says Forde.

Cool, modern takes on suiting have also become one of Forde’s specialties. For the stylist, it’s all about finding subtle updates …