Hottest TV Shows You Will Want To Binge Watch This Year

Television has always been a potent force, and not only in storytelling but also in setting fashion trends and prompting wardrobe metamorphoses. Some television series are memorable not just because of their gripping plotlines or iconic characters, but for the fashions of the day that they brought into our lives. From the glamorous period pieces of vintage-era drama to cutting-edge, trend-setting attire for the modern edge thrillers, fashion has been the defining aspect of shows.

In By Eternity, we list some of the most stylish and trendy TV shows that influenced more than a couple of viewers, not telling a word about designers, brand names, and TV show characters.

1. Sex and the City

Few shows have impacted fashion as Sex and the City has. Sarah Jessica Parker's character, Carrie Bradshaw, became an overnight fashion icon with her daring wardrobe decisions. From tulle skirts to Manolo Blahnik heels, each look had a story behind it. The show transformed high-end fashion into a character in its own right and made luxury fashion a dream for many women around the globe.

Why it’s cool: It featured designers such as Dior, Chanel, and Vivienne Westwood, bringing runway fashion into the living room and making it accessible through entertainment.

2. Gossip Girl

Located in the Upper East Side of New York, Gossip Girl was steeped in luxury and designer duds. The polished prep-school chic of Blair Waldorf, left, and boho glam of Serena van der Woodsen offered two competing fashion aesthetics. The show’s stylists were often complimented for marrying high fashion with street style.

Why it’s popular: It transformed headbands, tailored jackets, and designer handbags into essentials, and each new season brought new trends.

3. Euphoria

A contemporary addition to the fashion lexicon, Euphoria has become iconic for its visuals as well as its daring fashion choices. Every character is visually represented, and that look matches who they are inside — their vulnerability, but also their resolve. From glitter tears to oversize hoodies and cutout dresses, “Euphoria” has taken Gen Z fashion to the next level.

Why it’s cool: The makeup and clothes union brought a playground for a new aesthetic, mixing grunge and glam with bold expression.

4. Mad Men

Get transported to the 1960s ad world via Mad Men, where every costume feels like a time capsule. The meticulously detailed costume design of the show earned multiple awards and acclaim. With Joan’s figure-hugging dresses and Don Draper’s sharp suits, nostalgia for vintage fashion heated up again.

Why it’s in style: It made mid-century modern cool again — pencil skirts, red lips, and tailored suits, guys!

5. Emily in Paris

This Netflix sensation is as much about fashion as it is about Emily’s adventures in the City of Light. Her wardrobe is eccentric, gaudy, and just a little too much: exactly what an out-of-place girl might wear in France. With berets and statement prints, all the looks are statements.

Why it’s stylish: Thanks to Patricia Field (she was the costume consultant, and she was also behind Sex and the City), the fashion was HOT — high-end, big-name brands and fancy styling.

6. Scandal

Olivia Pope’s clothes in Scandal are a lesson in power dressing. Think structured coats, cashmere wraps, and tailored pants. Her style is hardly glamorous, yet it speaks volumes of professionalism and play. It reset the boundaries of what women in positions of power could wear fashionably.

Why it’s iconic: It transformed neutrals, clean lines, and designer bags into the epitome of executive chic.

7. Peaky Blinders

If you think fashion is just about modern outfits, think again. Peaky Blinders brought 1920s Birmingham to life with wool suits, flat caps, and vintage accessories. Thomas Shelby’s tailored suits and long coats brought back interest in classic menswear.

Why it’s fashionable: It revived the love for retro menswear and made classic tailoring cool again.

8. Big Little Lies

This series mixed exciting storytelling with great coastal fashion. Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman, and Shailene Woodley — they all had very different looks, which made sense with the characters they played. Knits you don't need a trust fund for, if nothing else.

Why it’s trendy: It provided for mature, sophisticated, and easy-to-wear styles that inspired modern-day luxury loungewear and outerwear.

9. The Crown

The Crown orbits around royal fashion. Every season re-creates iconic looks of Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana. There is an extraordinary attention to detail, and in watching, you can see how styles of royal dressing evolved over the years.

Why it’s trendy: It put vintage royal fashion on the map, leading to everything from wedding gowns to contemporary formalwear.

10. Killing Eve

Eve and Villanelle couldn’t be more different, but that fashion rivalry has been part of the fun. Eve dresses for functionality, while Villanelle’s fashion is all about exuberant, sumptuous fun — and often surprises. Whether she’s gliding through a shot in a tulle gown or dominating in a power suit, her looks are constantly scene-stealing.

Why it’s a look: It’s bold and unpredictable, reflective of the hybrid of danger and beauty that is Villanelle.

Fashion on TV Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: Why is fashion such a big part of TV shows?

A: It has a role, certainly in terms of helping to create the identity of a character, set the tone of the show and reflect culture. It frequently serves to improve the telling of a story and provide a basis of identification or aspiration for characters.

Q2: What TV show has had the most influence on fashion?

A: Without question, Sex and the City is the most influential, putting designer names and outrageous outfits into the mouths of every man and woman at home. It changed the way that television viewers can interact with fashion.

Q3: How do costume designers decide what their characters wear?

A: Costume designers collaborate closely with the show’s creators to make sure the outfits are consistent with the character’s personality, profession, and narrative. They also take into account the present fashion trends and where the show is set.

Q4: Is the designer garb on TV shows real?

A: It is true; many fashion shows do have real designer pieces. They would have Any day I could be one but they're either custom or cheap knockoffs of a particular costume.

Q5: Will I be able to find similar clothes from these shows on the internet?

A: Absolutely. Fashion blogs are a similar source of wisdom, as are countless Web sites that provide itemized breakdowns of characters’ outfits and links to locations where readers can buy similar or identical items.

Final Thoughts:

TV is more than just a medium for entertainment; it’s a visual catwalk where style and narrative intersect. From throwback hits to contemporary art-house fare, television gets into the fashion game more than any other medium. Whether you’re into classic beauty or cutting-edge culture, there is always the ideal show for you. So the next time you tune in for a long binge-watch, try to take note, because your next hair or fashion inspiration may only be a scene away.