Having talented actors appear in movies can ensure the success of the character they are playing in that movie. If you want that character to be iconic, then giving that character a memorable suit can genuinely leave a fashionable mark on the film and its audience. Moving on from the ever popular pinstripe suit wedding end scenes, adding a talented actor and a well-made suit together makes up a memorable and iconic character. Curious to see who are the top movie characters that wear iconic suits? Well, look no further; here are the top 5 movie characters that wear suits.
John Travolta (Saturday Night Fever)
John Travolta is a very well-known actor that has years of experience in the acting community. On top of his many excellent movies are various memorable suits worn by iconic characters. Vincent from Pulp Fiction wears a black suit, white shirt, and black tie that is well worn and made iconic by the character. On top of this recognizable black suit, Travolta’s white suit from Saturday Night Fever is a fashion statement look that can get anyone dancing. The open black shirt topped with a white vest and white coat truly make the iconic look.
Al Pacino (Scarface)
If you have seen the movie Scarface, then you are aware that Tony Montana is a very stylish character. Tony wears a variety of suits throughout the movie that adds style and character portrayed by the great actor, Al Pacino. All of the suits that appeared that Pacino wore for Tony in the movie were custom-tailored and designed for him by the notable suitmaker, Patricia Norris. Tony’s best suit in Scarface is his white suit that includes a crisp white square pocket, pinstripe pattern, and his pistol.
Jim Carrey (The Mask)
If you have seen The Mask, then you would have surely noticed the bright and memorable suit worn by the character portrayed by the fantastic Jim Carrey. The Mask is a funny and memorable character, but what makes the character more iconic is the suit worn throughout the film that really pops out the Mask’s personality. The white shirt, black and white designed tie, combined with a yellow-themed coat and pants and topped with a yellow fedora, truly makes the look iconic and memorable.
James Bond (Franchise)
While the character James Bond has been portrayed by many talented actors that gave their own unique and distinct take on what 007 is, the one thing very consistent with the Bond character is his exquisite and stylish taste when it comes to suits. While there are various suits that are worn by the character throughout all of the Bond movies, the ones worn by the latest iteration of James Bond, played by Daniel Craig, come with stylish suits that would make anyone wish they were 007. The stylish tops, which usually have white shirts accompanied by gray or black suits and pants, truly make the character iconic. The tuxedo look of a black suit, white shirt, and black bow tie is the look best associated with James Bond.
Pee-Wee (Franchise)
When it comes to having a suit that withstood the test of time, Pee-wee Herman’s iconic grey suit is a great style to look at. Portrayed by comedian Paul Rubens, Pee-wee’s iconic look always includes a white shirt and red bow tie, topped with a fantastic gray coat that makes the outfit timeless, fun, memorable, and iconic.
With so many characters in movies portrayed by beautiful and talented actors, there are only a few characters that become icons because of their amazing suits that genuinely build their iconic look. The top 5 characters mentioned above are great examples of how to make a character iconic not just in terms of personality and character but also by having an exceptionally styled suit that fits the character’s persona, making them a truly iconic character.
