Crocodile leather vest worn by Paul Hogan

One of two crocodile leather vests worn by Paul Hogan in Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles (2001), it’s a striking example of how costume design can instantly define a character. With its bold texture and unmistakable silhouette, the vest became visual shorthand for Mick Dundee’s bush persona. By 2001, that image of Aussie masculinity was starting to feel dated. The vest – like many of Dundee’s props – was made from genuine crocodile leather, a choice that today would likely be swapped for a sustainable alternative. Still, it remains a powerful piece of film history, showing how costume can shape national identity and speak to global audiences.