TV’s Latest “Dramaddiction” is every Fashionista’s Guilty Secret
Posted: 5/6/08Everyone loves Gossip Girl. Even those who say they hate the show, actually watch it, albeit secretly. But it isn’t just the high-maintenance Upper East Side drama that’s sooo addictive. Most girls, myself included, tune in with habitual obsession every week to salivate over the fashion eyecandy.
Each of the female characters has her own distinct style, but my favorite, by far, is Blair Waldorf. Not only is Blair touted the “Queen B” (a play on the term Queen Bee, the first letter of her name, and the fact that she’s, well, the archetypal “B” word,) she’s also the most fabulously dressed character in the show. Blair even makes her school uniform interesting, pairing pleated skirts with lacy victorian-style blouses, and argyle knits with ruffled coats. She redefines preppy by giving it a classic old-world twist.
Blair’s style exudes polished princess with her signature headbands, pearl bracelets, and feminine “old Hollywood” frocks. But her pulled-together outfits stop just short of prissy, cleverly tempered with edgy accents like dark patterned tights. Here are a few of my favorite Blair Waldorf ensembles:
ON THE LEFT: (Season 1, Episode 2 “The Wild Brunch”)
In a delicate high-knecked white eyelet minidress with bell sleeves, Blair looks every inch the polished Upper East Side teen queen. Black floral patterned tights add a surprising and sexy twist to the otherwise prim dress. Dress by Thread Social (www.threadsocial.com) From their Summer 2007 collection, (no longer available for sale.)
ON THE RIGHT: (Season 1, Episode 11 “Blair Waldorf Must Pie”)
Dressed for the holidays in a gorgeous espresso-colored capelet layered over a sophisticated metallic lace dress, Blair manages to look elegant, yet funky and festive at the same time. Accoutrement include a long pearl necklace, Stuart Weitzman bow clutch, and her signature black patterned tights. Dress by Marc by Marc Jacobs, Espresso Capelet Crop Jacket by Trina Turk (www.trinaturk.com)