Christmas is upon us and we all know what that means; celebrations, gifts and best of all, glam outfits! We say, this year, take inspiration from your favourite fictional divas for dressing to impress. Whether you’re attending a fancy soirée, a casual get-together or a sweet Christmas date, here are looks worthy of recreation.
Blair Waldorf, Gossip Girl
It’s regal, it’s red, it’s perfect! Here’s your cue to put together a Christmas look inspired straight from Queen B’s closet. If you want all eyes on you from the moment you walk into the party, a ruffled dress as iconic as Blair’s is all you need.
Chanel Oberlin, Scream Queens
Sophisticated, airy and flamboyant; Chanel’s style was defined by her personality. Picking a favourite from her designer walk-in closet is next to impossible! Out of all her statement-making outfits, this white printed dress finished with feathers is the obvious choice for a winter season celebration.
Elle Woods, Legally Blonde
Whether you choose to go ultra-feminine or be the elusive femme fatale, pink is the ideal choice! Elle Woods has a lot in store for you when it comes to the pink palette, but the quintessential courtroom scene dress from Legally Blonde is as iconic as it gets. If you’re feeling your most-confident self, recreate this look for a casual hangout or the Christmas party at your workplace.
Carrie Bradshaw, Sex And The City
Carrie’s fashion is just as unforgettable as her column. No matter what the occasion, there’s always room to draw inspiration from this icon’s closet. Be it a Christmas soirée or a fancy gala, mimicking any part of her look is bound to earn you major brownie points.
Giselle, Enchanted
Here’s the date outfit inspiration you were looking for this Christmas. We know and love Giselle as the sweet Andalasian maiden in her dreamy ensembles until we watch her walk into the ball in this show stopping masterpiece. A slender silhouette in lavender silk, this dress is peak 2000s fashion that screams ‘comeback’.
Vivian Ward, Pretty Woman
When lace and black come together, the outcome is always sensual. It’s a known fact that little black dresses never go out of style. A captivating and gothic cocktail dress inspired by the pretty woman herself is bound to be followed by the famous, “You’re stunning!” compliment.
Now that you’re up to speed with looks donned by the icons themselves, it’s time for YOU to be queen!
Words by Azra Mukadam