Queenâs Gambit Fashion Guide
The hype around Queenâs Gambit may be dying down, but the costumes continue to haunt me. If you too are craving the mod-yet-classic glamor of Beth Harmon, here are some quick and dirty tips for bring more Chess Queen Chic into your life.
Tip 1: Embrace neutrals and monochromes
Bethâs fashion is statement-making, but itâs rarely fussy when it comes to color. We often see her wearing the same hue in different shades, or sticking to one colorstory. Her wardrobe is predominantly blacks, browns, navys, and whites with only the rare and deliberate pops of rich color. When she does wear a print (plaid, pink checkerboard, or otherwise) the rest of her outift is compiled of neutrals that are pulled from that print, so as to create cohesion. The colors of her outfits donât draw your eye to any one place, which results in long, sleek, elegant lines.Â
Tip 2: Neat Necklines
From the earliest moments of Bethâs fashion journey, we bear witness to some pretty stellar collars. From mocknecks to pilgrims collars to pussybows, each neckline is distinct in its neatness, adding a tailored quality to even Bethâs more casual looks. Her necklines are also where we see the color contrast and patternâ the collars are the key detail to her otherwise simple designs.Â
Tip 3: Keep accessories to a minimum
Beth rarely wears accessories, preferring to let her clothes do all the talking. This gives each outfit a no-fuss, elegant appearance. Perhaps she took the word of Coco Chanel, who advised, âBefore you leave the house, look in the mirror and take one thing off.â
Tip 4: Perfect your eyeliner game
We may not all have Anya Taylor-Joyâs bone structure, but we can all embrace a good, elegant winged eye. Save for Episode 6â˛s mental breakdown look, Beth keeps her makeup clean and simple with a slight wing and a touch of color on her lips. Her wings get larger as the series progresses, so if you lack confidence in the eyeliner department, start small. Less is more.
If youâd rather forego makeup altogether, a pair of cateye sunglasses are a cute vintage touch!
Tip 5: Donât think vintage, think classic.Â
Bethâs looks are distinct, but the cuts and patterns of her outfits are often more âclassicâ than they are âvintageââ which is good news for us, because many of the pieces Beth wears can be found in clothing stores today. Mockneck black sweaters, collared blouses, and highwaisted skirts are all key parts of Bethâs wardrobe, and theyâre all pieces you can find easily. The elegance of these cuts never go out of style, so if you do invest in some new clothing items you can rest assured knowing these pieces will be in fashion for decades to come.
