Get the Look: 5 Decades of Kick-A** Bond Girl Style
Ursula Andress in 1962’s “Dr. No.”
Miss Honey Ryder needs no introduction. The moment she emerged from the sea, Andress’ status as a sex symbol for the ages was cemented — and she’s inspired women to hunt for the perfect belted white bikini ever since.
Keep it simple — a belted white bikini and some sea-salt spray are all you need to channel Honey Ryder.
Everything But Water White Molded Underwire Top, $175.99, everythingbutwater.com; Everything But Water White Belted Hipster Bottom, $130, everythingbutwater.com; Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray, $27, bumbleandbumble.com.
Eunice Gayson and Sean Connery in “Dr. No.”
Sylvia Trench is the only Bond girl that came back twice: She met Bond in a casino in 1962’s Dr. No and appeared again in the following year’s From Russia With Love. We love the one-shoulder silhouette worn here — a favorite with Bond ladies throughout the decades (along with fabulous jewelry, of course).
A red, one-shoulder dress with plenty of eye-catching accessories is always a showstopper.
Versace One-Shoulder Dress, $3125, farfetch.com; Il Borgo Fox Fur Scarf, $1995, bergdorfgoodman.com; Milly Small Frame Clutch, $245, shopbop.com; Tiffany and Co Dragonfly Brooch, $5000, tiffany.com; Baublebar Asymmetrical Tinkerbell Ear Cuff, $34, baublebar.com.
Diana Rigg and George Lazenby in “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.”
Rumor has it that Diana Rigg had such a dislike for George Lazenby that she ate raw garlic before their kissing scenes. Luckily, that didn’t translate to film, but Tracy Bond’s swinging '60s look did. Our favorite was the white lace jumpsuit she wore to marry Mr. Bond — the only Bond girl ever to do so.
Translate Tracy Bond’s wedding look to 2015 with an asymmetrical take on her guipere lace jumpsuit.
Stella McCartney Maxi Dress, $4080, stellamccartney.com; Stuart Weitzman Nudist Sandals, $398, stuartweitzman.com; ASOS Vintage Floral Hair Clip, $7.50, asos.com.
Corinne Cléry in 1979’s “Moonraker.”
Roger Moore’s James Bond was seduced by Cléry’s character Corinne Dufour, who wore a sultry and luxurious silk night gown. As one would be.
Make like “Moonraker’s” Corrinne Dufour in a sensual slip and the world’s sexiest house shoes.
Carine Gilson Lace-Trimmed Silk Satin Night Dress, $1295, net-a-porter.com; Miu Miu Sandals with Bow, $595, miumiu.com; Tom Ford Velvet Orchid 100ml, $165, tomford.com; Jennifer Fisher Gun with Pave White Diamond Handle, $1600, jenniferfisherjewelry.com.
Caroline Munro in 1977’s “The Spy Who Loved Me.”
Munro’s character Naomi (spoiler alert) ordered Bond to be killed, and when it didn’t go as planned, she tried to shoot him down from a helicopter. She may not have succeeded in taking down Bond — but she sure looked glam trying!
A triangle bikini and glamorous, sheer robe perfectly channel James Bond’s would-be assassin.
Victoria’s Secret Chiffon Robe, $428, victoriassecret.com; Heidi Klein Manda Island Triangle Bikini Top, $122, heidiklein.com; Heidi Klein Manda Island Bikini Bottom, $122, heidiklein.com; Maha Mala Necklaces, $45-$75, shoplatitude.com; Tabitha Simmons Platform Sandals, $775, modaoperandi.com.
Emily Bolton and Roger Moore in 1979’s “Moonraker.”
Playing Manuela, the Brazilian bombshell, Bolton wore a white, French cotton dress that made innocence look very alluring.
Channel “Moonraker’s” Manuela in an elegant white peasant dress — and don’t forget the blue ribbon.
Talitha Long Layla Dress, $680, modaoperandi.com; No.21 Velvet Pumps, $675, bloomingdales.com; M+J Trimming French DF Satin Ribbon, $1.59 per yard, mjtrim.com.
Grace Jones in 1985’s “A View To A Kill.”
Grace Jones as May Day is the quintessential '80s Bond girl. Dressed to perfection in an Azzedine Ala?a-designed wardrobe, Jones elevated the Bond girl to Bond woman.
Grace Jones’ May Day looked powerful in a pinstripe suit and killer stilettos (for obvious reasons, please leave the gun at home).
Pinstripe Jacket, $99.90, zara.com; Pinstripe Trousers, $49.90, zara.com; Christian Louboutin Studded Anjalina Pumps, $795, barneys.com; H&M Leather Gloves, $24.99, hm.com; Kevyn Aucoin Mascara, $48, net-a-porter.com; Tom Ford Eye Color Squad, $80, tomford.com.
Grace Jones as May Day in “A View To A Kill.”
As May Day, Jones wears a fur stole and…not much else. We’ll show you how to channel the look with killer accessories ahead.
This look is all about the luxe fur and bombshell accessories.
Yves Salom Brown Mink/Fox Fur Coat, $5485, lyst.com; Sermoneta Sophia Black Leather Gloves, $280, sermonetagloves.com; Christian Louboutin So Kate Pointy Toe Pump, $675, nordstrom.com; Oribe Gold Pomade, $49, oribe.com; Christian Louboutin Sheer Voile Lip Color, $90, net-a-porter.com.
Grace Jones wears a leather jacket and kitten heels in 1985’s “A View To A Kill.”
From the epic shoulder pads to the slingback heels, this outfit was pure, '80s perfection.
Bring May Day’s look into 2015 with a shoulder pad-free version of her cool leather jacket.
Rick Owens Hooded Leather Jacket, $2352, mytheresa.com; Azzedine Ala?a Black Stretch Leggings, $804, montaignemarket.com; Philippe Model Slingback Pump, $567, 10corsocomo.com; Silk Crepe Back Satin, $47.99 per yard, moodfabric.com; The Kooples Lizard Embossed Patent Leather Gloves, $185, couture.zappos.com.
Sophie Marceau in 1999’s “The World is Not Enough.”
Marceau’s character Elektra King was European, rich, and glamorous — the perfect combination for the ultimate Bond villainess.
Bring out your inner Elektra with a glamorous gown, sexy heels, and a doe-eyed beauty look.
Elie Saab Embellished Tulle and Silk-Chiffon Gown, $7,155, net-a-porter.com; Jimmy Choo Teira Mirrored-Leather Sandals, $975, net-a-porter.com; Umberto Dry Texture Spray, $10, target.com; Charlotte Tilbury Supermodel Body Slimmer Shimmer, $65, charlottetilbury.com; Diane Vreeland Parfums Simple Divine Eau de Parfum – Tuberose Flower, $250, net-a-porter.com; Givenchy Beauty Parad'Eyes Fluid Eye Liner – Black Vinyl, $31, net-a-porter.com; Tom Ford Beauty Waterproof Extreme Mascara – Noir, $48, net-a-porter.com.
Famke Janssen in 1995’s “Goldeneye.”
Xenia Onatopp was smart, quick, tough and wore some seriously killer looks to deal with Bond.
A gold-button blazer with all black accessories is the perfect update to Onatopp’s military-inspired look.
Balmain Leather-Trimmed Wool and Cashmere-Blend Jacket, $4,000, net-a-porter.com; Zara Faux Leather Leggings, $40, zara.com; Gucci Embellished Leather Cap, $695, net-a-porter.com; Saint Laurent Studded Leather Ankle Boots, $1,495, net-a-porter.com; Gucci Women’s Leather Gloves, $535, gucci.com; Lorac Alter Ego Lipstick in Pin Up, $16, kohls.com; bliss Where There’s Smoke Long Wear Eyeliner, $22, kohls.com.
Maria Grazia Cucinotta in 1999’s “The World is Not Enough.”
As the “Cigar Girl,” Maria Grazia Cucinotta played a lady dressed head to toe in leather with a killer shot — what’s not to admire?
Bring out your inner Bond girl with badass essentials like a distressed moto jacket and combat boots.
Maurices Distressed Moto Jacket with Ribbed Knit Sides in Brown, $59, maurices.com; H&M Imitation Suede Pants in Beige, $25, hm.com; H&M Jersey Tank Top in White, $6, hm.com; Frye Veronica Tanker Boots, $398, thefryecompany.com; Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream, $6, target.com; John Frieda Beach Blond Sea Waves Sea Salt Spray, $9, target.com.
Rosamund Pike in 2002’s “Die Another Day.”
Pike plays Miranda Frost, the MI6 agent who was an Olympic champion, and is now a class-A killer. Dressed impeccably in her icy evening look, Frost made an especially glamorous double agent.
Channel Ms. Frost in icy white and glacier gray.
Naeem Khan Silver One Shoulder Starburst Gown, $5690, lyst.com; Il Borgo Fox Fur Pull-Through Scarf, $1995, bergdorfgoodman.com; Aquazzura Duchess Satin Sandals, $1360, shopbop.com; Accessorize Abigail Earrings, $23, accessorize.com; Accessorize Blingy Leaf Clasp Bracelet, $19.50, accessorize.com; Spinelli Kilcollin Polaris Ring, $6,600, barneys.com.
Halle Berry in 2002’s “Die Another Day.”
In her iconic orange bikini, Halle Berry’s character Jinx paid homage to the original Bond girl Ursula Andress — but it was this badass, all-leather getup was our personal favorite.
Luckily for anyone wanting to channel Jinx, fringe is back in — and a sleek pencil skirt and knee-high boot never goes out of style.
Black Lapel Fringe Leather Biker Jacket, $65.99, choies.com; Topshop Split Front Pencil Leather Skirt, $75, topshop.com; Cole Haan Cassidy Waterproof Boot, $398, colehaan.com; Ray Bans Cockpit, $159.95, sunglasshut.com.
Eva Green in 2006’s “Casino Royale.”
The smart and sophisticated Vesper Lynd looked classy in her wardrobe of evening gowns and cream suits that were always rich and well-cut.
Vesper Lynd would definitely approve of this ladylike suit, toughened up with a few well-chosen accessories.
Brunello Cucinelli Belted Blazer, $4495, farfetch.com; Brunello Cucinelli Pencil Skirt, $775, farfetch.com; New Look Black Wide Buckle Belt, $12.30, newlook.com; Cole Haan 22″ Semi-Precious Pendant Y Necklace, $78, colehaan.com; Cole Haan Rockland HoboBag, $298, colehaan.com; Zara Printed Wraparound High Heel Shoes, $89.90, zara.com; Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet, $36, chanel.com; Topshop Pearl Disc Drop Earrings, $12, topshop.com.
Pussy Galore, Xenia Onatopp, Honey Rider, and Plenty O'Toole: Their names might be dodgy, but these women are the glamorous sidekicks to cinema’s most debonair killer — that’s 007 to you, Mr. Bond to the ladies.
With Spectre, the new Bond movie starring Daniel Craig, opening this weekend, we’re taking a look back at our favorite Bond women of yesteryear. From Diana Rigg’s lace wedding jumpsuit, to Grace Jones’ Alaïa-designed ‘80s power wardrobe, to Ursula Andress’ iconic white bikini, we’ll show you how to channel their most alluring and kick-ass looks. Shake up a martini, and get to it.
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