Elvis Presley’s fashion legacy: His most iconic looks over the years

From his classic looks to his most popular outfits, in music and film, including his iconic black leather jacket, gold sunglasses, and his Las Vegas jumpsuit.

Senior Writer

JULY 11, 2022 2:00 PM EDTJUL 11, 2022, 2:00 PM EDT

A new generation of music lovers is being introduced to Elvis Presley with the new biopic directed by Baz Luhrmann, which received a blessing from Priscilla Presley and Lisa Marie Presley, so while it’s safe to say that the film gave an accurate portrayal of the music legend, the costume design was an important part of telling the story, educating viewers on the fashion journey of the star throughout his career.

Here are some of the most iconic looks the singer wore, making his fans go wild during his performances, from his classic looks to his most popular outfits, in music and film, including his iconic black leather jacket, gold sunglasses and his Las Vegas look recreated by Elvis impersonators around the world.

Rock and roll musician Elvis Presley backstage at the Milton Berle Show in Burbank, California on June 4, 1956.

Elvis wearing his iconic black leather jacket, which would become a timeless and essential piece.

Elvis Presley during a press conference after his first performance at the International Hotel on August 1, 1969 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Rock and roll musician Elvis Presley performing on the Elvis comeback TV special on June 27, 1968 in Burbank, California.

Elvis Presley performs onstage at the International Convention Center on January 14 1973 in Honolulu, Hawaii, wearing one of his most popular jumpsuits.

Elvis wearing one of his classic looks, performing for national television in a burgundy ensemble.

Elvis Presley In The Movie \"Frankie And Johnny\"

Elvis Presley performing in a scene from the movie “Frankie And Johnny” in 1965 in Los Angeles California.

Elvis Presley during his ‘68 comeback special showing his rock and roll style in an all black outfit with red accents.

Elvis Presley with his wife Priscilla Beaulieu Presley and their 4 day old daughter Lisa Marie Presley on February 5, 1968 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Elvis Presley looking dapper with a white suit in the film “Girls Girls Girls” at Paramount Studios in April of 1962 in Los Angeles, California.

Elvis Presley on the set of ‘Blue Hawaii’ at Paramount Pictures in April of 1961 in Los Angeles, California.

Elvis Presley holds a press conference wearing his iconic sunglasses in Las Vegas, which played an important role in his fashion legacy.