Fans Fire Up Great Praises As 'The Substance' Costume Designer Reveals The Real-Life Inspirations for Sue's Fashion

Published 01/16/2025, 3:12 AM EST

Fashion in films has always been a point of conversation, and The Substance has taken the conversation it to the next level. Sue, the movie's charming lead, has left fans spellbound not only with her on-screen presence but also with her with her jaw-dropping wardrobe. Her looks effortlessly blending modern glamour with bold and bright pop-culture tones, making them impossible to ignore. But what is the secret behind Sue's unforgettable style?

Now, the secret would be costume designer Emmanuelle Youchnovski, who recently pulled back the curtain on Sue's dazzling wardrobe, revealing her real-life inspirations. Speaking about her creative process, Youchnovski shared that she leaned heavily on pop icons like Beyoncé and Dua Lipa candidly, saying, “I took the video clip of Beyoncé’s 'Blow' and also took a lot of inspiration from Dua Lipa,”

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The result of Youchnovski's choice to channel Beyoncé’s bold energy and Dua Lipa’s styles which are fun and edgy created a look that feels vibrant, modern, and deeply rooted in pop culture. Not only did it look striking, it quite perfectly reflected Sue's dynamic personality, proving how fashion can be such a powerful narrative tool. 

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Fans cannot stop praising the striking costumes, calling them a masterpiece of design and storytelling. They are not just watching the story unfold, they are analyzing every outfit and falling in love with the details.

The internet is loving Sue’s fashion forward looks!

The Emmanuelle Youchnovski revelation led to a social media frenzy with fans showering praises over Sue's costumes with users highlighting this fabulous blend of pop culture icons in Sue's wardrobe. Tweets were filled with how Sue's outfits are a perfect mix of Beyoncé's glam and Dua Lipa's edge. "It's love!" said one follower, while another was fawning over the genius behind 'The Blow' reference, calling it "so chic"

Fans rallied one behind the other, each adding fuel to the growing parade of praises for Sue’s impeccable style. As one fan applauded the designer's creative mastery, another could not help but compare Sue’s fashion to a "masterclass" in modern fashion emphasizing just how on point every detail was. The energy was contagious, as more fans joined the conversation, expressing their awe and admiration!

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A detail that has been very popular among the fans is how Sue combines the bright Beyoncé aesthetics with Dua Lipa's edgy flavor talking about how the outfits were a "visual treat" to the eyes. All these reactions and more have overwhelmed the media, making headlines showing how big of a deal fashion choices can really be even on-screen!

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What do you think of Sue’s fashion inspirations? Share your thoughts in the comments below and join the conversation!

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Akshaya Deeksha

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Akshaya Deeksha is an Entertainment Writer at NetflixJunkie. With her passion to explore the evolving world of entertainment and her journalistic sense, she specializes in cinematic storytelling and Hollywood developments. Her expertise in lifestyle writing allows her to connect with readers through relatable content.

Edited By: Aliza Siddiqui

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