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December 27, 2025
Dressing the part: the TV characters who nailed small-screen style this year
From Jackson Lamb’s mac in Slow Horses to the queen-bee wardrobe of Wild Cherry, Guardian writers choose the outfits that shaped storylines and revealed personalities in 2025

TL;DR
- Morgan from 'Nobody Wants This' uses her striking outfits, like a shearling jacket and hot pants, to express her vanity which is a key plot point.
- Allegra in 'Wild Cherry' wears an intentionally dated pink wrap-top and monogrammed Fendi miniskirt, evoking a 'Mean Girls'-esque aesthetic.
- Seth Rogen's character in 'The Studio' sports wide-lapel Italian suits in warm tones, representing a golden age of Hollywood.
- Gary Oldman's character in 'Slow Horses' wears an updated version of the Columbo mac, projecting a maverick genius vibe with a zero-fucks-given attitude.
- Rick in 'The White Lotus' is noted for his collection of 'naff' holiday shirts, which are paradoxically alluring despite their tackiness.
- Amanda's prim and impractical style in 'Amandaland', like wearing all cream to a muddy football match, highlights her desperation to curate her image.
- Aggie in 'The Beast in Me' wears ill-fitting men's jackets and ill-fitting clothes, symbolizing her retreat from life and overwhelming grief.
- Grace from 'Blue Lights' transitions from a police uniform to sophisticated power dressing with shirts and wide-legged trousers, showing a blend of practicality and style.
- Molly in 'Loot' exhibits an operatic and extravagant wardrobe featuring bold colors, luxurious fabrics, and designer labels, reflecting her billionaire status.
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