When the eyes of the world are on you at all times, the pressure to look good means that celebrities often use the services of a stylist to keep them looking great. While most people do not have a professional on hand to choose their outfits every day, there are plenty of ways to recreate your favourite celebrity’s look in a way that looks and feels great on you.
If you have a style icon that you want to emulate, there are some golden rules to making their look work for you:
Browse for ideas.
Now that everyone is wielding a camera on their phones with instant access to the internet, there are more pictures of celebrities out there than ever before. Finding pictures of your favorite celebrity is easier than ever, so you should be able to find plenty of inspiration for your look.
You may even find a new celebrity look that inspires you and gives you ideas of how you can look your best, so don’t be afraid to mix elements of two or more notable fashionistas to create your own unique style.
Context is Key
While you may find photos or footage of your top celebrity looking a million dollars on the red carpet at a film premier, that look might not be suitable for your daily run to the store. Look online to see what your favourite celebrity wears when they are relaxing or running errands to get some inspiration for more practical clothing ideas and make the most of candid shots that show how they really look when they aren’t posing for the cameras.
Collect elements of outstanding outfits
Some style icons have such a strong look that recreating it simply isn’t an option for most circumstances. To bring a splash of something special to your outfit without looking out of place, you can choose a key piece that represents your favourite celebrity’s style and make it work for you, for example:
Nicki Minaj – her penchant for a jumpsuit-romper has made her famous, but you can capture her signature look in a more practical way by teaming one with a sweater and sneakers for a look that is ideal for a day out or a night on the town.
Lizzo – never one to shy away from a bold outfit, Lizzo has made a name for herself dressing in bright colours in fabrics that make her look good enough to stroke. While you may not want to turn up to work in a top-to-toe fluorescent number, adding a little flounce to your outfit with a boa or a swishy fringe can give it a lift that will certainly turn heads.
Billie Eilish – known for making baggy clothes stylish, Billy Eilish’s look has evolved over recent yearsv. Moving away from hoodies and shirts, she has taken the idea of oversized clothes and run with it, sporting beautifully tailored suits in eye-catching prints, and making her everyday look a little more practical for fans that want to include elements of some of her most wearable outfits.
Katy Perry – while some of her more ‘out there’ looks have tended towards the extreme, Katy Perry often appears in an outfit that wouldn’t look out of place in an office or at a bar. Not everyone can pull off a dress featuring the faces of the Muppets or six-foot angel wings, but she’s worn some truly stunning fishtail dresses that would be ideal for any evening event, and she proves that a touch of sparkle can make any outfit look special.
Selena Gomez – having shot to fame when she was just a child, Selena Gomez’s look has had to change to suit her as she grew up. Now, she is known for wearing beautiful but practical clothing making her the ideal inspiration for anyone that favours comfort as well as style.
