79-year-old Vanessa Redgrave is the new face of Gucci

Hannah Kramer

When Gucci announced Vanessa Redgrave as its new face, it helped redefine what it means to be beautiful. The 79-year-old iconic beauty stands tall in her new role, reminding everyone that being beautiful, talented and socially conscious never goes out of style.

PHOTOS: Vanessa Redgrave through the years

Redgrave is one of Hollywood's biggest stars, but is also a huge political and social activist.

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First look: the #GucciCruise17 campaign, set in the grounds and interior of Chatsworth (@chatsworthofficial), and starring acclaimed actress #VanessaRedgrave, who wears a printed ruffled silk twill top with Web stripe trim and pleated skirt, and the #GucciSylvie bag embroidered with roses. A plush long coat with panther embroidery. #GucciPlaces Creative director: #AlessandroMichele Photographer: @_glen_luchford Art director: @christophersimmonds

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Gucci's campaign is plain and simple. It's not celebrating someone with the largest Instagram following, but an idol who has dominated film, stage and other social events for over half a decade. And now, she's tackling fashion.

We can't wait to see more of the campaign!

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