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Jane Birkin: The Eternal Romantic
I remember when I first came across the doe-eyed, willowy romantic icon Jane Birkin. We were nineteen, taking an epic trip through Italy and desperately hoping to fall in love. One of my university friends introduced me to Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg, a seminal moment where my style and romantic sentimentality irrevocably changed forever. And just like that, it was love at first sight.
On Sunday, it was announced that fashion icon, singer and actor Jane Birkin had died aged 76. She was the uncrowned queen of French chic, a deeply romantic and emotional individual, inextricably bound to her romantic and creative partner Serge Gainsbourg in such a way that has often overshadowed the recognition of her own work and contribution to musical, cinematic and creative culture.
Many will remember Birkin for her eponymous creative partnership with Hermès, the iconic tote released in 1984 and their bestselling handbag. I msyelf was drawn to her not for the bag or her 1969 hit single with Gainsbourg Je T’Aime … Moi Non Plus, b
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Actor and singer Jane Birkin was described for decades as the epitome of French style, though the star was born in London to British parents. But as a resident of France since the late 1960s, her casual, high-low look was often characterized as the definition of French style, on and off the screen.
Birkin died on July 16, 2023, at the age of 76. After a career that spanned seven decades, she's been photographed countless times, both as a model and on the street.
Jane Birkin, English-French actress starring in Graham Greene play, ‘Carving a Statue’ on September 11, 1964.
Mirrorpix/Getty ImagesBorn Jane Mallory Birkin on December 14, 1946, Birkin's career began on the London stage. She married composer John Barry in 1965, and after their parting in 1968, she transitioned to a career in film.
Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg
Universal History Archive/Getty ImagesIn 1968, she starred in Slogan, alongside French singer and actor Serge Gainsbourgh. Speaking with Vogue France in 2018, Birkin said that “The film saved me and enabled me to stay in France," w
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25 Lessons in Effortlessly Cool Style from Fashion Icon Jane Birkin
1964
The 18-year-old actress, who was starring in Graham Greene's Carving a Statue at the time, coquettishly peeks out from behind a column in a stylish French-inspired uniform: a crewneck sweater, cropped pants, and ballet flats.
1966
A fresh-faced Birkin, pictured here at 20 years old, heads out for shopping in London sporting flared pants, a statement belt, and a layered jacket.
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1967
A young Birkin has just landed the leading role in the film Wonderwall. Here, she pauses in a black vest and pants, aptly juxtaposed against a ruffled blouse.
1968
Birkin, whose first marriage was to composer John Barry at the age of 17, shows here that an uncomplicated ensemble and scene can still make a stunning statement (and photograph).
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1968
Birkin and George Harrison, who wrote the soundtrack for the film Wonderwall in which she starred, stop for a photo while at the Cannes Film Festival. Sh
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