We are always hearing about celebrities wearing vintage, as it is afterall, the only sure fire way of wearing something that no one else will have. They know wearing vintage means never having that awful "she's wearing the same as me!" moment. However, there does seem to be several names that repeatedly crop up when vintage is being discussed; Kate Moss, Sienna Miller, The Olsens, Jamie Winston et al. And whilst there is no denying these ladies look phenomenal, I thought i'd try and start highlighting those people who wear vintage that perhaps you weren't aware of.
I'm starting today with Gillian Anderson. Yep, her of Mulder and Scully fame, that 1990's sci-fi series, The X Files, and more recently (and dramatically), Great Expectations.
I'm starting today with Gillian Anderson. Yep, her of Mulder and Scully fame, that 1990's sci-fi series, The X Files, and more recently (and dramatically), Great Expectations.
Here is Ms Anderson looking very un-Havisham-like at the BAFTA's in February. She is wearing a 1950's Sybil Connelly couture gown. It doesn't scream VINTAGE and could easily be a modern day piece. It's subtle and flattering and complements her skin tone perfectly. Well chosen, lady.
How about a bit of vintage Christian Dior? In 2011 at a celebration of 10 years of InStyle. Not flashy, not revealing, this ice white gown stands out from the crowd as relaxed, elegant and classy. And what girl doesn't love pockets?
A personal favourite of mine was this 1968 Ossie Clark number. Revealing and daring, but cut so well, it's pure art.
Gillian is a brilliant example of an elegant women wanting to wear vintage in an classic, understated way. And I for one, think she pulls it off rather well.
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