7The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)

Set against the sun-drenched backdrop of 1950s Italy, this psychological thriller is as much a visual love letter to Italian aesthetics as it is a gripping story.

The film flaunts the dolce vita lifestyle, from tailored linen suits and Ray-Bans to luxurious coastal villas. Jude Law and Gwyneth Paltrow’s wardrobe channels retro Italian Riviera chic, forever linking the film with timeless European elegance.