To play a circus performer in the big-screen adaptation of Water for Elephants, Reese Witherspoon had to transform her chic modern style into a believable retro look, something she couldn�t have done without the expertise of wardrobe designer Jacqueline West.�In the 1930s, gowns were very revealing, � says West. �The women of that era wore them without any underwear, so that�s what Reese did. She was very brave.� Witherspoon�s co-star Robert Pattinson also got into character with his unmentionables. �He loved that I had authentic 1930s underwear for him,� West remembers. �He said it helped transport him.� Click through to see West�s sketches of the pair�s most memorable looks.
BONUS! Win a one-of-a-kind reproduction of the red gown Witherspoon�s character wears! How to win the dress shown: Visit the InStyle Facebook page this Friday, April 22nd (the same day the movie hits theaters) at 3pm EST and be the first person to correctly answer a trivia question.
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