BUT... right here and right now as we say goodbye to the decade where many of us found our feet on our own personal fashion catwalks and say hello to the limitless possibilities that the teenies are going to offer, these are the people who definitely deserve a shout out during the decade of fashion diversity...
10. Halle Berry
OK ok... so generally I am not a huge fan of Halle's attire but let's face it, despite no one remembering the movie Monster's Ball, everyone remembers this dress, which is hands down one of, if not the best Oscars dress ever. The statue did little to stamp Halle's authority as a leading lady, but this dress definitely put her and designer Elie Saab on the map.
9. The Olsen Twins
The often over layered and eating disorder prone billionaire twins have definitely got some hardcore style going on. They're quick to pick up on trends and yes even set them every now and then. No, I can't tell which is which but they find themselves in my top ten for all the burgers they didn't eat and for how many people they have influenced fashion wise around the world.
The often over layered and eating disorder prone billionaire twins have definitely got some hardcore style going on. They're quick to pick up on trends and yes even set them every now and then. No, I can't tell which is which but they find themselves in my top ten for all the burgers they didn't eat and for how many people they have influenced fashion wise around the world.
8. Heath Ledger
Heath Ledger was definitely one of the unsung heroes of male fashion. He epitomised the 'hot Hollywood star who just rolled out of bed' look long before scruffy became chic. His red carpet moments always managed to incorporate classic with cutting edge quirkiness which further complemented his casual moments. Heath wont be remembered for his fashion moments, his credibility as a very talented actor will always come first, as it should... but like I said, he's an unsung fashionisto, and I'd like to dedicate this song to him.
Heath Ledger was definitely one of the unsung heroes of male fashion. He epitomised the 'hot Hollywood star who just rolled out of bed' look long before scruffy became chic. His red carpet moments always managed to incorporate classic with cutting edge quirkiness which further complemented his casual moments. Heath wont be remembered for his fashion moments, his credibility as a very talented actor will always come first, as it should... but like I said, he's an unsung fashionisto, and I'd like to dedicate this song to him.
7. Heidi Klum
In a decade where supermodels were few and far between, Heidi stands out as a woman who made few mistakes. This is a very big achievement considering she also spent the later half of the decade almost always pregnant and still looking stunning. She really cemented herself in the fashion steaks when she became host of Bravo's hit reality show Project Runway. She also continued to up the anti in later seasons where she actually started forming strong opinions which made us realise she actually really knows what she is talking about. No auf wiedersehen's for you Heidi, you can stay as long as you want.
6. Nicole Ritchi
Nicole has spent the last four or five years amongst the top of almost every ones best dressed lists and with very good reason. The girl has been photographed in some of the most amazing ensembles not only at events but also just buying groceries and hanging out with her baby. BUT... let us not forget that before Rachel Zoe got her hands on this girl she just used to be the fat trash bag who followed around Paris Hilton all the time. She had to be taught how to dress well and while I'm sure after all these years it is now second nature to her, it is for the afore mentioned reason that she sits at number six and not a bit higher. Number six is great though, you've come a long long way baby.
5. Justin Timberlake
This man is almost solely responsible for changing the way men dress around the world. He reintroduced us to the waistcoat and skinny tie (something I will always appreciate him for) and has really inspired many men out there to change their boring ways and to try new things. Justin told guys to do away with just the boring shirt and jeans and made them brave enough to accessorise and layer and express themselves without being (gasp) gay. Mr. Timberlake, I take my fedora off to you... thank you for your contribution and for me seeing a better dressed every day man everywhere.
This man is almost solely responsible for changing the way men dress around the world. He reintroduced us to the waistcoat and skinny tie (something I will always appreciate him for) and has really inspired many men out there to change their boring ways and to try new things. Justin told guys to do away with just the boring shirt and jeans and made them brave enough to accessorise and layer and express themselves without being (gasp) gay. Mr. Timberlake, I take my fedora off to you... thank you for your contribution and for me seeing a better dressed every day man everywhere.
4. Sarah Jessica Parker
The first thing that needs to be pointed out is Sarah Jessica Parker sits at number four on this list, not Carrie Bradshaw. Sarah has a style all her own, and while it is a case of life imitating art, as the girl really came into her own fashion wise with the exposure of Sex and the City. The most exciting thing about Sarah is that at 44 years old her style is continuing to transform and she is effortlessly moving into a new age bracket and not losing any dignity in doing so (Madonna is still yet to figure this out, even with her 140th birthday looming!) Once again, Sarah is so high on this list because of her influence to fashion. The role that made her famous along with the fact that she really isn't the prettiest girl in the world has made her so accessible to so many people, therefore influencing so many woman and fortunately she has cutting edge style which means the world is definitely a better looking place... no matter what city your in.
Gwen was soooooo very very close to being number one on my list. The fact that she has bleached all the pigment out of her hair every four weeks for the last fourteen years and still has any should get her on the list alone. There is not a style genre that this woman doesn't look good in. She is one of the very few who can pull off all of her eclectic tastes depending on whatever whim she is on. She goes from high glamor to forties fun to hardcore edge with ease and never looks like she is playing dress ups (take note one Miss GaGa!). Gwen, your schizophrenia when it comes to fashion has been a breath of fresh air for a very long time... keep it coming.
David Beckham is the be all and end all of male style. What makes him even more exciting is that he isn't the product of the movie or music industry, he is a sports star who really figured it out for himself. He is also someone who really gained credibility off his own back, he isn't a self appointed fashion guru like his often over the top wife, he is someone who did his own thing long before he became Mr. Spice and he continues to hold his own and outshine not only his spouse, but almost anyone, male or female. While you come in second on this particular list Mr. Beckham, find solace in the fact that your unique, masculine, classic and inspirational style makes you the best dressed male in the world.
Kate has possibly been the most defining female figure in the fashion industry since the nineties. She has modelled for almost every major fashion label and still pulls in more than nine million a year making her one of the most successful supermodels of all time. She pioneered Heroine Chic and reinvented the High Street. The most painful thing about her as well, is that she never once looks like she is trying... and that is what style is really all about.
So there you go... the noughties are over and yes, it was an amazing decade full of highs and lows. The decade itself struggled in it's early years to find its identity but in the end, that is what has defined it. There has been no particular look that really encapsulates the last ten years. More than any other decade it borrowed from the past, sought inspiration from the future and meshed them together to create a present that really allowed people to express themselves any way they deemed fit without being judged... well... who am I kidding? We all judged... but that's another common thing about fashion that makes it so much fun... everyone has an opinion!
Fashion, turn to the left, fashion, turn to the right... oooooh... fashion!
- David Bowie "Fashion"
3. Gwen Stefani
Gwen was soooooo very very close to being number one on my list. The fact that she has bleached all the pigment out of her hair every four weeks for the last fourteen years and still has any should get her on the list alone. There is not a style genre that this woman doesn't look good in. She is one of the very few who can pull off all of her eclectic tastes depending on whatever whim she is on. She goes from high glamor to forties fun to hardcore edge with ease and never looks like she is playing dress ups (take note one Miss GaGa!). Gwen, your schizophrenia when it comes to fashion has been a breath of fresh air for a very long time... keep it coming.
2. David Beckham
David Beckham is the be all and end all of male style. What makes him even more exciting is that he isn't the product of the movie or music industry, he is a sports star who really figured it out for himself. He is also someone who really gained credibility off his own back, he isn't a self appointed fashion guru like his often over the top wife, he is someone who did his own thing long before he became Mr. Spice and he continues to hold his own and outshine not only his spouse, but almost anyone, male or female. While you come in second on this particular list Mr. Beckham, find solace in the fact that your unique, masculine, classic and inspirational style makes you the best dressed male in the world.
1. Kate Moss
Kate has possibly been the most defining female figure in the fashion industry since the nineties. She has modelled for almost every major fashion label and still pulls in more than nine million a year making her one of the most successful supermodels of all time. She pioneered Heroine Chic and reinvented the High Street. The most painful thing about her as well, is that she never once looks like she is trying... and that is what style is really all about.So there you go... the noughties are over and yes, it was an amazing decade full of highs and lows. The decade itself struggled in it's early years to find its identity but in the end, that is what has defined it. There has been no particular look that really encapsulates the last ten years. More than any other decade it borrowed from the past, sought inspiration from the future and meshed them together to create a present that really allowed people to express themselves any way they deemed fit without being judged... well... who am I kidding? We all judged... but that's another common thing about fashion that makes it so much fun... everyone has an opinion!
Fashion, turn to the left, fashion, turn to the right... oooooh... fashion!
- David Bowie "Fashion"
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