1Ruffles and Curls
Getty Images Hayworth sported voluminous curls and a statement-making ruffled dress while posing with a perfume bottle in the early 1940s.
2A Shimmering Shot
Getty Images The actor held a pensive pose in a shimmery, long-sleeved gown with a plunging neckline.
3Work of Art
Getty Images Here, the Hollywood star pulled out all the stops in a structural floor-length cape and high-waisted skirt with a crisp collared top.
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4A Sultry Smoke Session
Getty Images Hayworth looked oh-so-mysterious dressed in a strapless black gown while smoking a cigarette in a publicity portrait.
5Sequined Snowflakes
Getty Images The actor wore a show-stopping marigold-colored chiffon dress with a matching veil for a portrait session in the 1940s. The striking two-piece set featured embroidered sequins in the shape of snowflakes.
6Flashing a Smile
Getty Images Hayworth flashed a smile ear-to-ear while wearing a gorgeous velvet long-sleeved dress with a fluffy white fur stole.
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7Stylish on the Slopes
Getty Images She even looked chic while skiing. The actor is pictured here wearing a cozy plaid hat, royal blue earmuffs, and a fluffy tan coat. Even better? Her lipstick matches perfectly with her bright red scarf.
8Dancing Queen
Getty Images Hayworth held a pose like a dancing queen in a neon yellow top tucked into a pair of purplish-blue harem pants. Her strappy gold heels sealed the deal.
9An Orange Dream
Getty Images It’s no surprise that even Hayworth’s pajamas were fashionable. The star lounged in a burnt orange embroidered nightgown with a lace-embroidered neckline while sitting for a photo in the 1940s. The outfit popped perfectly against the beige chair and turquoise drapes.
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10Evening Attire
Getty Images The star wore a wide-brimmed hat with a lovely floral-printed top while getting a bite out to eat with her first husband, Ed Judson. We can only assume her lipstick matches her long nails to tie the look together.
11A Moment for Mesh
Getty Images Speaking of hats, the Hollywood actor donned an oversized straw hat covered with brown cord mesh in a publicity portrait for her movie Affectionately Yours. Oscar Award-winning costume designer Orly-Kelly created the looks for the film.
12With Marlene Dietrich
Getty Images Hayworth stepped out in style with actor Marlene Dietrich while returning to Hollywood after a work visit to New York. The two wore skirt suits, open-toed sandals, and fur coats over their shoulders while walking into the airport.
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13With Orson Welles
Getty Images The actor looked cool and casual in a loose-fitting pantsuit and a swept-up hairdo while sitting with Orson Welles in the early ’40s. The two were married for four years.
14My Gal Sal
Getty Images Hayworth’s 1942 film My Gal Sal had no shortage of amazing, eye-catching costumes. She’s pictured here wearing one of the looks from the flick: a dazzling white sequined gown with a diamond choker and a regal updo.
15Spidery Sequins
Getty Images Hayworth played a glamorous singer named Sally Elliott in My Gal Sal. She’s pictured here wearing yet another intricately-designed ensemble from the movie: a spectacular spider-themed sequined gown with a high neckline and open front.
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16Fantastic Feathered Fits
Getty Images My Gal Sal’s costumes, including this fabulous ostrich feather-trimmed one, were designed by Gwen Wakeling. Wakeling was a celebrated costume designer who worked on over 140 films.
17More is More
Getty Images My Gal Sal really kept the looks coming. The renowned actor is pictured here wearing an off-the-shoulder look with elbow-length opera gloves and an elaborate feathered headpiece.
18Baby Blue
Getty Images Hayworth was photographed on the set of William A. Seiter’s musical romance You Were Never Lovelier in a pale blue sweater accessorized with a matching satin hair bow.
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19Lace and Chiffon
Getty Images Another look from You Were Never Lovelier was this dazzling lace-embroidered gown with a cascading chiffon hem.
20With Gene Kelly
Getty Images Hayworth starred opposite Gene Kelly in the early ’40s musical romance Cover Girl. The star is seen here wearing a ruffled taffeta gown with a tiered hem and a large rosette brooch.
Brittany is a freelance writer based in her hometown of New York City. She writes about everything from fashion and beauty to food and wellness. When she's not writing, she can often be found at her local library, playing with her cats, or exploring the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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