Style
Why is it that every article and discussion about style rams Audrey Hepburn and Jackie O. down our throats as style icons? Having recently watched Grey Gardens and The Beales of Grey Gardens, I say without hesitation that Little Edie Beale had more individual style than her cousin (Jackie). Anyone who can fashion a cardigan into a skirt or a headscarf it tops in my book.
Last week, Stephanie and I had a short email exchange about style. We included favorite images snapped by The Sartorialist, and we noted which stylish ladies resonated with us.
As kooky as it may sound, I now subject nearly all of my clothing to what I call The Personal Style Icon Test. I have short list of personal style icons, and if I cannot imagine one of them in the garment, it is a pass for me. Sadly, I got caught up in the excitement of Coachella, and I casted on before I subjected her to The Test.
Who are my style icons? While I admire the style of many women, there are a few who stand out to me. They are as much about character as they are about fashion. These are timeless women to me. They are the past, present and the future embodied in one sassy lady!
Dita Von Tease
Nearly naked and lounging in a giant champagne glass, this retro-inspired glamour girl exudes more subtle sexiness and class than Pam Anderson in a conservative white button down.
In spite of the questionable marriage and the Bettie Page bondage photos, Dita manages to pull off vintage and vintage-inspired clothing without looking like the lead in the Ohio River Valley Players' summer stock revival of 42nd Street.
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Quirky, flirty and beautiful. She is ballerina, flapper, Jane Austen heroine, modern woman but little-girl-lost in one body. Her appreciation of fashion runs the gamut
She is haunting without haughtiness. A thoroughly Modern Maggie with more than a hint of Thoroughly Modern Millie.
I wish Hollywood would fall in love with her as much as I have.
Rosalind Russell
From fast-talking newspaper "broad" to everyone's favorite eccentric auntie, she played strong characters and was a rather strong character herself.
"Flops are part of a life's menu and I've never been a girl to miss out on any of the courses."
"Taste. You cannot buy such a rare and wonderful thing. You can't send away for it in a catalogue. And I'm afraid it's becoming obsolete."
"Taking joy in life is a woman's best cosmetic."
By no means is this the full scope, nor is it written in stone. Notably, none of these women have my body shape, but style is as much about spirit and character as clothing to me. Helena Bonham-Carter and Cate Blanchett also come to mind. Bjork and her wildly daring choices are an inspiration and a reminder to pursue individual style.
My personal style is about picking pieces from various eras (1920s through early 1950s) and marrying them with current pieces to create something that is subtle but with a bit of flair. Do I do this daily? No, but maybe I should.
Last week, Stephanie and I had a short email exchange about style. We included favorite images snapped by The Sartorialist, and we noted which stylish ladies resonated with us.
As kooky as it may sound, I now subject nearly all of my clothing to what I call The Personal Style Icon Test. I have short list of personal style icons, and if I cannot imagine one of them in the garment, it is a pass for me. Sadly, I got caught up in the excitement of Coachella, and I casted on before I subjected her to The Test.
Who are my style icons? While I admire the style of many women, there are a few who stand out to me. They are as much about character as they are about fashion. These are timeless women to me. They are the past, present and the future embodied in one sassy lady!
Dita Von TeaseNearly naked and lounging in a giant champagne glass, this retro-inspired glamour girl exudes more subtle sexiness and class than Pam Anderson in a conservative white button down.
In spite of the questionable marriage and the Bettie Page bondage photos, Dita manages to pull off vintage and vintage-inspired clothing without looking like the lead in the Ohio River Valley Players' summer stock revival of 42nd Street.
Maggie GyllenhaalQuirky, flirty and beautiful. She is ballerina, flapper, Jane Austen heroine, modern woman but little-girl-lost in one body. Her appreciation of fashion runs the gamut
She is haunting without haughtiness. A thoroughly Modern Maggie with more than a hint of Thoroughly Modern Millie.
I wish Hollywood would fall in love with her as much as I have.
Rosalind RussellFrom fast-talking newspaper "broad" to everyone's favorite eccentric auntie, she played strong characters and was a rather strong character herself.
"Flops are part of a life's menu and I've never been a girl to miss out on any of the courses."
"Taste. You cannot buy such a rare and wonderful thing. You can't send away for it in a catalogue. And I'm afraid it's becoming obsolete."
"Taking joy in life is a woman's best cosmetic."
By no means is this the full scope, nor is it written in stone. Notably, none of these women have my body shape, but style is as much about spirit and character as clothing to me. Helena Bonham-Carter and Cate Blanchett also come to mind. Bjork and her wildly daring choices are an inspiration and a reminder to pursue individual style.
My personal style is about picking pieces from various eras (1920s through early 1950s) and marrying them with current pieces to create something that is subtle but with a bit of flair. Do I do this daily? No, but maybe I should.
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