Yes, we all know that an art director designs each and every one of the TV characters, but some of these characters outdid themselves when it comes to fashion. You are at the right place if you want to refresh your memory on some of the most fashionable TV characters of all time. From Barney Stillson of How I Met Your Mother to Carrie Bradshaw of Sex And The City, this is a list of all the TV characters who own a notable wardrobe. If you are ready, go ahead, and get ready to feast your eyes (and your feels).
1. Tommy Shelby from Peaky Blinders
Tommy Shelby, played by Cillian Murphy, would be a fashion icon if he was not too caught up in the gangster business. We can all see the gorgeous cheekbones of Cillian but his style is worth so much more than his beauty.
Long overcoats, clean-cut hair, three-piece suits, pocket watches, and of course, his signature caps help him create the unforgettable look of Tommy Shelby. No wonder he is such a womanizer in the show.
2. Rachel Green from Friends
It has been a couple of decades but none of us can forget the iconic look of Rachel Green, played by Jennifer Aniston. She is the spirit of 90s fashion with her low waisted miniskirts and her signature haircut.
Hands down, she is the most fashionable of all the Friends characters. The fact that she was a fashion designer herself in the series does not come as a surprise to any of us.
3. Barney Stinson from How I Met Your Mother
Suit up! Barney’s “suit up!” phrase got legend-wait for it-dary for a reason. We all have watched 10 seasons of How I Met Your Mother, and have almost never seen Barney without a suit on.
Well, nobody can blame him for his fashion choices if he is looking this stunning with a suit on. There is a reason why “suit up!” turned into a national holiday.
4. Hanna Marin from Pretty Little Liars
To be honest, any episode of Pretty Little Liars was like a fashion show runway rather than a simple day in your local high school. Still, we all have a soft spot for Hanna Marin’s simple but dazzling style.
Hanna is a troubled child with shoplifting issues but she knew how to put an outfit together. Her long curly hair and down to earth style made her shine.
5. Lydia Martin from Teen Wolf
Lydia Martin, played by Holland Roden, is a total bombshell but in a sophisticated way. Besides being a badass female star of the show, she is also the fashion icon of Beacon Hills High School.
Her flower patterned tops matched with her gorgeous hair definitely helps her to find a place on this list. No wonder she was the most popular girl in high school.
6. Princess Margaret from The Crown
Even though she is based on a real-life persona with a killer taste for fashion, her TV persona still deserves to be on this list. In every scene, she manages to be stunning with her modern looks and on-point hairstyles.
She pushes the boundaries of fashion as much as Buckingham palace permits. But even under the shadows of the scandals and the crown she manages to shine with her looks.
7. Beth Harmon from The Queen’s Gambit
Let’s talk about transformation! The first time that we saw Beth, she was wearing a simple dress and looked like a pawn. However, by the end of the show, she transformed into this young woman who looked like the queen.
Throughout 7 episodes, we witnessed her growing and becoming a fashion icon with smoking hot makeup and breathtaking dresses. Also, did you know that Anna Talor-Joy who played Beth was allowed to keep her wardrobe from the show? We're so jealous!
8. Kitty Montgomery from Dietland
She might be a cold-hearted person but she still manages to turn our heads around to take a second look at her amazing combination of clothes. Her brave style definitely is a key part of who she is.
Her wardrobe is definitely one of a kind. Her fashion choices make her look like the most strong person at the office. She is a great example of how fashion can be used to manipulate power dynamics.
9. Cheryl Blossom from Riverdale
Yet another high school series, but can you blame us if they are just so good? Cheryl’s obsession with red and black have provided her with a signature look.
How she matches the color with her other pieces is absolutely amazing. Her fashion gives her an unattainable vibe as she coined her nickname; Cheryl Bombshell.
10. Tahani Al-Jamil from The Good Place
Thani is already a stunner with her outgoing personality. On top of her charming personality, she knows how to match bold colors and extravagant patterns.
You would think she wouldn't care about fashion in the afterlife, but Tahani takes the fashion race to another level. All in all, we are more than delighted to see her with a new look in every other scene
11. Spencer Hastings from Pretty Little Liars
Another character from Pretty Little Liars, who managed to surprise us every time she appeared on the screen. Her lawyer parents definitely influenced her smart fashion choices.
Her wardrobe has lots of business casual clothes. It does not sound like the ideal wardrobe for a high schooler but she manages to pull it off every time she mixes and matches it.
12. Sterling Archer from Archer
Alright, alright, we all know that Sterling Archer is not a live-action TV character but can we be blamed if we notice his delicate understanding of fashion. He has a look for every other occasion.
And trust me when we say every other occasion, we mean everything from turtle necks for spy business to combat outfits for smuggling cocaine. In other words, as the plot of the series gets crazier, Archer’s outfits are something that we look forward to.
13. Diane Lockhart from The Good Wife
Diane is the name that comes up when we talk about sophisticated looks and designer suits. She manages to rock soft colors without merging into the background.
It's a no brainer that her costume designer spent hours and hours coming up with a stunning look for every other scene. Whatever she wears, she is always on point without a single mistake.
14. Claire Underwood from House of Cards
Claire is not the most innocent character per se, but her looks manage to get our attention and sympathy. She knows how to dress up professionally yet be the most dazzling woman in the room.
She brings another perspective to the world of business smart outfits. It is easy to look amazing all the time if your job requires dressing up, but it is a skill to pull up to the office look while being a bombshell.
15. Carrie Bradshaw from Sex And The City
Can a fashion list be complete without one of the most fashionable characters in the history of TV? Carrie is definitely one of the most influential fashion icons so she inspired a whole decade with her brave but carefully thought through looks.
Her bags, the Louboutins, and almost everything, that she wore, was a trendsetter. If we have to choose a wardrobe to wear for the rest of our lives, Carrie’s would be on top of our list.
16. Blair Waldorf by Gossip Girl
How can we make a list of fashionable characters and never mention anyone from Gossip Girl? To start with Blair knew how to pleasantly surprise all of us every time she appeared on the screen.
Blair knew how to mix and match flowy skirts and flowery patterns. While doing so she was always in the theme for every occasion. She nailed dressing up like a schoolgirl and then turning into an Upper East Side fashion icon.
17. Emma Pillsbury from Glee
If there is something called the best teacher look, we all know that Emma’s closet would be one of the definitions. She managed to match pastel tones with soft flowery patterns while looking elegant with simple accessories like pearl necklaces.
She came across as a shy character but her outfits talked for themselves. Seeing her on the screen was a pleasant adventure. Every time, we knew what we were in for but somehow she managed to surprise us with a subtle twist.
18. Jessica Day from New Girl
What can we say? Her bangs, cute glasses, and even cuter dresses made Jess adorable. She is one of those characters with whom you can see their persona just by taking a quick look at their clothes.
Her relatable and honest fashion choices made her one of us but still managed not to be trashy. She had the perfect balance between approachable and classy. For sure, she was the easiest “New Girl” to adore.
19. Roger Sterling from Mad Men
Charismatic would be the perfect adjective to define Roger’s style. Even though he is not the main star of the show, he manages to shine through with his elegant looks. From his carefully chosen suits to vest pieces, he for sure knows how to dress up like a gentleman.
After seeing Roger, the only thing that we wonder why people do not dress in the same way as he does. Yes, he dresses more formally than an average person. He is another example of why suits should always be part of a gentleman's fashion.
20. Audrey Horne from Twin Peaks
Where do we even start when the subject is Twin Peaks? The show itself is a masterpiece but Audrey’s wardrobe still manages to catch some of the attention with its perfection.
High waist skirts, fashionable sweaters, and many more other details make her fashion choices unforgettable. She is definitely one of those characters that we keep in our minds while we are thrifting for our next best vintage piece.
21. Betty Draper from Mad Men
As a mother of three, Betty Draper, played by January Jones, never fails to mesmerize us with her amazing sense of fashion. For sure, Betty is the pinnacle of the 60s fashion.
Betty knows how to mix and match retro patterns, sheath dresses, and a sophisticated choice of jewelry. She might not be the perfect human but she manages to look flawless in every scene.
22. Sherlock Holmes from Sherlock
Sherlock Holmes, played by Benedict Cumberbatch, manages to put together a mysterious look with his long jackets but still look sophisticated. His wardrobe generally consists of dark colors but somehow he still manages not to blend into the gloomy background.
With his looks, Sherlock once again proves his interdisciplinary genius. Smart and intriguing would be the two-word description of his style.
23. The Doctor from Doctor Who
All of the doctors are stylish but the eleventh doctor has a special place in our hearts when it comes to fashion. The eleventh doctor, played by Matt Smith, definitely deserves to be on this list with his cute bowtie collection.
He just knows how to carry a suit better than most people. On the occasion when he is not wearing a suit, he stays loyal to his brand and puts together a professional but cool look.
24. Schmidt from New Girl
If there is one person that cares maybe a bit too much about how he looks, it is definitely Schmidt.
From his fancy pajamas to casual workout clothes, he manages to look gorgeous for any occasion. For sure, Schmidt knows how to carry himself.
25. Eric Effiong from Sex Education
There is no doubt that Eric Effiong is the fashion icon of their high school. From his matching tracking suits to fancy Nike shoes, Eric’s wardrobe consists of the brightest colors.
It is so easy to fall back to distasteful combinations with bright colors but he manages to pull through a perfect look every single time. We all would kill to have even one of his dazzling jackets.
26. Eleven from Stranger Things
Eleven had a huge fashion transformation in the last season. Her friendship with Max and her discovery of the 80s fashion has been a game-changer for her.
As a kid who grew up in a laboratory, it's pretty hard to achieve a fashion transformation but Eleven took it to another level. We cannot wait for the next season to see her in colorful prints once again and maybe learn one or two things from her.
27. Fleabag from Fleabag
Fleabag, played by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, is yet another character who became a trendsetter with her simple yet elegant style. She knows how to choose an outfit and use it as a statement.
Her black jumpsuit, which she wore in the second season premiere, set the right mood and highlighted her mysterious yet strong character. Her wardrobe is full of clothes that fit her well and represent her character.
28. Veronica Lodge from Riverdale
Veronica is another character from Riverdale high school who made it into this list. She is one of those characters, who know how to mix and match simple pieces to achieve a flawless look.
By wearing basic clothes with simple jewelry such as a pearl necklace, she manages to pull off a sexy look. The most important part of her fashion is that it is so simple and approachable. She makes looking beautiful effortless.
29. Tan France from Queer Eye
Well, this one does not come as a surprise as Tan France is the mastermind of styling out of the Fab Five. All of the pieces in his wardrobe are chosen carefully.
Even though Tan owns a variety of looks, if you see any of his clothes, it would not take more than a second to say that it belongs to Tan France. He is a genius when it comes to fashion so it is only our duty to add him to the list.
30. Villanelle from Killing Eve
Villanelle has an interesting wardrobe with dazzling colors. Still, she manages to be the definition of chic. Who can forget her pink tulle look?
We all look forward to seeing the next episode to have a bit more of her dazzling fashion. At the end of the day, her being a shopaholic helped her create this incredible wardrobe and created a feast for our eyes.
31. Jessica Pearson from Suits
After seeing Jessica Pearson rocking the lawyer look, we all wanted to become lawyers so that we can dress up as nicely as her. Jessica takes the business attire to another level.
She is the definition of business chic. Her fashion choices highlight her strong character while making sure that she gets all the attention.
32. Kelly Kapowski from Saved by the Bell
Kelly Kapowski was all about the clashing colors, crop tops, and anything else that was heavenly about 80s fashion. She is definitely one of the TV characters that are trendsetters.
She knew how to manage the colors. She mixed and matched them but made sure that each pattern can still stand out as it is. Hands down, she is one of the best examples of 80s fashion.
33. Serena Van Der Woodsen from Gossip Girl
Here we are with another Gossip Girl character. Serena definitely captures the attention of everyone with her long and wavy hair. Along with her gorgeous hair and face, she is an expert on how to combine clothes.
Her wardrobe is really comprehensive so she is always on point for any kind of occasion. She knows how to use extravagant accessories with simple pieces to show the power of fashion. She definitely has an eye for fashion.
34. Sabrina Spellman from Sabrina the Teenage Witch
The 90s were not the pinnacle of fashion but Sabrina still managed to put together a gothic grunge look that is subtle but vibrant.
From mini skirts to black tights, her wardrobe has all the essentials for a teenage fashion icon. Sabrina did not only know how to cast spells as a witch but she also knew how to create magic with her look.
35. Bree Van De Kamp from Desperate Housewives
Bree has a pretty conservative style with her sweaters and modest accessories. Episode after episode, she still manages to be coherent and presentable.
She is the perfect example of proving that having a conservative fashion sense does not necessarily mean that you need to dress up mundanely. In every other episode, she manages to look elegant with her sweater sets.
36. Professor Annalise Keating from How to Get Away With Murder
Besides being a brilliant law professor, she is also always on point when it comes to fashion. Her simple yet professional fashion style makes the audience excited to see her in the next scene.
She is the perfect character for a crime drama that revolves around lawyers as she has one of the nicely polished wardrobes to look professional and serious. Therefore, she deserves a spot on this list.
37. Emily Cooper from Emily in Paris
Emily definitely owns lots of bold clothes. However, her bold looks are the main thing that makes her a fashion icon. Bright colored suits, patterns, and long boots are just some of the items in her closet that makes her stand out.
As a show that is set overseas in Paris, it ensures that the main character is not left in the shadow of the Parisian fashion sense. We cannot think of a better wardrobe for Emily.
38. Chanel Oberlin from Scream Queens
Chanel could have been just another teenage drama character that we are doomed to forget. However, her genius fashion sense makes sure that we do not forget about her any time soon.
She can look serious but also she knows how to look unattainable. Her big sunglasses and fur coats are just some of her iconic looks.
39. Olivia Pope from Scandal
Yet another stunning TV character who knows how to crown her beauty with a good fashion style. She is an expert when it comes to how to mix and match red and black pieces.
Her long jackets are just another essential piece of her wardrobe. She makes it look so effortless to be dazzling.
40. The Duchess Elizabeth from American Horror Story: Hotel
Duchess Elizabeth, played by Lady Gaga, is definitely the fashionista of the whole show. I mean, could we expect anything less from a character that is played by Lady Gaga?
Her on-point makeup and hair just add to the quirky pieces she wears. She makes sure that long dresses can be dazzling and capture all the attention. In other words, having Lady Gaga’s fashion sense to twist things a bit is always a good idea.