Oscars Fashion in Film: Rinko Kikuchi in “Babel”

Babel’s globe-spanning, incisive storyline has made it an Oscar frontrunner, and Rinko Kikuchi’s breakout turn has made her a style icon. (Well, except for the cotton-ball dress.) Below, we show you how to recreate her look – slightly edgy, but wearable; her character had a wardrobe, not costumes. Consider mixing and matching the pieces below for looks that will take you all the way through spring.

Get the Look:

For her extreme-schoolgirl day look, start with a razor-sharp tailored blouse and the shortest plaid mini you can find. Wear with a hot pink streak and a bad attitude.

For a Tokyo night, try on a pair of low-riders topped with a quirky tee and a thin cardigan to keep off the chills. Mark time with a thick-band watch, and carry all your most important memories in an out-of-the-ordinary messenger bag.