Faye Dunaway
is a scorching force of nature.
Though she spent much of her time in the spotlight as a blonde,
she was definitely no demure pushover.
From the very beginning, Faye was an intimidating presence that you had to take seriously. She projected a cool, clear-eyed intelligence and didn’t wear her vulnerability on her sleeve. Though classically beautiful and gloriously feminine, she always possessed an inner strength. She was tough as nails.
You didn’t mess around with this woman.
Faye made a trio of movies in 1967 which effectively encompassed her film debut. They included The Arrangement and Hurry Sundown
But it was Bonnie and Clyde that became a legendary success and made Faye an overnight sensation. Her portrayal of the sensual untamed
Bonnie Parker
brought her her first Oscar nomination and she became permanently associated with a particular kind of glamour. The fashion magazines of the era were all over Faye.
Theodora Van Runkle designed her wardrobe for the film. Soon women everywhere were wearing berets, cardigans and midlength skirts.
Ms. Van Runkle was also responsible for the costumes for Faye’s next motion picture extravaganza, The Thomas Crown Affair. Her incredible clothes were the cutting edge of 60s chic.
