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Apparently in my grief I forgot to mention Richard Lewis is a style icon. He was the best dressed on Curb Your Enthusiasm (sorry Susie) and kept a full head of beautiful hair until the end. Yes he was the man in black, but he always accented it with a playful tie, cool sunglasses, layers, varied silhouettes, all structured even when they were sleek and perfectly tailored. Who else could dress up beat up Converse? And don’t you forget it. Via: Richard Lewis/Twitter & The New York Post
On this day, 36 years ago a Caribbean queen was born. Never forget when she use to curse people out on Twitter and had that insane plane tour, iconic behavior. She’s a fucking star, a legend, a sex symbol, a style icon, a fashion pillar, a beauty industry game changer and a real life billionaire. I love you RiRi. When you use to deactivate social media hearts were broken and souls crushed. Happy birthday Rihanna, a spicy Pisces that changed the world. Via: Rihanna Diary & Rihanna Archives
You see the influence. James Iha isn’t just a rock god, but a style icon. Lately there’s been a resurgence of his signature coif- layered shoulder length dark hair, with two blonde streaks on each side. As exemplified in this Heaven ad circa 2022, Iha is an underrated fashion pillar of the 90’s. I already did an ode to his hotness (read James Iha Was Hot AF), but he needs one for the looks he’s given. Thank you for your service daddy. Via: Getty Images & Teen Vogue
Dior’s Cruise 2024 collection inspired by Frida Kahlo, highlights the artist as a visionary. Breaking the boundaries of gender expression far ahead of her time. “From the age of nineteen, Frida wore a men’s three-piece suit, transgressing her femininity to claim an independence above all intellectual [Harper’s Bazaar].” Wearing men’s clothing was an ode to the person she idolized above all others, Guillermo Kahlo, her father. They were extremely close, with Frida being his favorite child. Finding her to be most like himself. Both were plagued with illness the entirety of their lives, and shared a love of art, with his forte being photography.
Frida also wore dresses and huipils, celebrating her Mexican heritage. Honoring the feminine clothing of her culture, turns Kahlo into a style icon. Giving signature braids, flower headpieces, full skirted looks that are distinctive to her. The spectrum of her gender fluidity is perfectly embodied in this collection. One things for sure, on or off canvas Frida Kahlo is a visual stunner. Via: Elle Singapore
Being a style icon requires originality, few ever reach that status despite spinning webs of lies. Lil Kim is that, the Queen Bee always serves looks. Her wigs are like Picasso periods, deserving their own post. These are just a few of her hair serves henny. The designer logos dyed in are just another level of legendary. She’s so fucking major, even when she’s keeping it simple with a side swooped bang. Bold, fun, sexy, innovative. Which coif is your favorite? Via: Lil Kim Is Muva & Nostalgic_Eras
Being Charo for Halloween means doing the absolute MOST. I’m talking big hair, sparkles, heels, bold bright colors, ample bosom, legs for days, high energy. You can also go as demure Charo, with a power suit and Spanish guitar. When channeling this icon, DO NOT forget, everything is signature! From the unmistakable voice with a tagline to boot, cuchi cuchi, to the hair. The voluminous coif of bangs, tendrils on the side, a smidge of it in a high pony, the rest down and slightly curled, is essential. A fucking star.
Even though she did Thumbelina dirty, you can go as cartoon Charo. Only she could make a frog fab. No matter how you interpret her, you will look smoking hot on Halloween, trust. Which are you dressing as? Via: Queer Pride Festival, Ox And Snake, Jonny_Question, 60sKeef, & Official Charo
Maybe dressing up slutty isn’t your thing, fear not, you can still be sexy and covered up. Just ask Dame Elizabeth Taylor, my birthday twin! One of the best actresses of all time, the definition of glamour, humanitarian, animal lover, activist, sex symbol, OG brow queen, brilliant at business and forever scandalous. Costumes pertaining to her are typically theatrical, like her extraordinary life. You can take inspiration from one of her films, wedding looks (married 8 times), or everyday wear of caftans, turbans, statement jewelry and furs. Another style icon.
No matter how you interpret this beauty queen, the makeup, specifically eyes, jewels, and hair accessories must be on point! Between Dr.Faustus and Cleopatra alone, you can’t run out of one of a kind looks. Which is your favorite? Via: Elizabeth Taylor Archives, ETaylorForever & Viv_And_Liz
Another style icon, Grace Jones is an androgynous bad bitch. Perfect for a jaw dropping Halloween costume. Here are a few of her legendary looks. Everything about her is signature, meaning you’ll stand out no matter what, and you’ll have fun doing it. If glamorous seductress is your vibe she’s it. Just know she’ll always be cooler than you, because Keith Haring painted her body and not yours. Which are your wearing? Via: ObanJeans, Richie Kingdom, Jean Paul Goude, Disco_Bizzarro, WMag & Alexis Michelle Official
There’s nothing better than a creative costume. The reason I started Halloween Inspo was based off my experience with Ricky’s, buying the slutty expensive costumes that everyone has. Don’t even get me started on shopping late, waiting on a line that extends down the block, for an hour, to pick from scraps. Being sexy, unique and anxiety free is so much better.
Many people have been the Queen Bee, duh Lil Kim is an entire style icon. If she doesn’t have a fashion award give her one asap. The looks I chose are iconic, easy, and fun. The first two involve pasties, the third a tourist shop and a thrift store, the fourth a sex shop for the bondage necklace. Be it album covers, videos, award shows, The Met Gala (her fifth look), being this fashion legend will turn heads henny. Which look is your favorite? Via: LilKimIsMuva & Rose_Gold_Nigga
Crush On You video is a Halloween costume classic and iconic af.
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