Style Showdown

Come Sept 27, on the programme (Starhub Channel 83) hosted by Gok Wan and his co-presenter, model/UK Vogue’s contributing editor Alexa Chung, we will witness the Brits take on fashion no-nos, dressing for less, celebs’ wardrobes and designers’ style secrets.

You studied at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London. How did you end up as a stylist?
I left early as I didn’t get on with the course very well. I bummed around for a while, then I went into hair and makeup. I started working with a stylist and loved what she did – that inspired me to do it myself.

Who are the celebs on the show?
We’ll feature one each week, like Geri Halliwell, Mischa Barton and Kelly Osbourne.

Was it difficult to persuade them to open their wardrobes for scrutiny?
Not at all. Celebs are exposed to so many different genres of fashion, but a lot of them never have the opportunity to talk about their personal style, and how their image has helped their career. I think they enjoyed talking about the clothes they love, so they’ve all been really helpful.
 

You’re also going to be helping people dress for less?
It’s not necessarily about the bargains, it’s about putting the clothes together for less. I get £200 ($480), and I have to style the whole outfit, including shoes, accessories and everything else.

 

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