Not including the obvious: Marilyn Monroe, Madonna, and Grace Coddington.
1. Diana Ross
Think of her in Central Park singing in the rain in that red sequined jumpsuit. She’s everything I like in a woman- feathers, sequins, flawless hair and makeup, and charm. And a little untouchable.
2. Courtney Love
Her baby-doll, grunge, Hole phase had a huge impact on me and my girl friends. The nighties and baby barrettes and Mary Janes were so twisted and yet so genius.
3. Audrey Hepburn
Most people think of her in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, but I love her in Funny Face. The black turtleneck, the ballet flats, the cropped pant-one of my favorite looks ever.
4. Molly Ringwald
I was-and still am-obsessed with John Hughes movies, and I loved her attitude. Wearing Ralph Lauren in The Breakfast Club. Making her prom dress in Pretty in Pink. The bridesmaids dress in Sixteen Candles. Three iconic fashion moments, all made successful by her attitude and mood.
5. Grace Kelly
Elegance, sophistication, and yes, grace.
6. Jackie O
The definition of chic.
7. Isabella Blow
She had the uncanny ability to know who or what would be the next big thing. Alexander McQueen, Philip Treacy, Julien Macdonald-she spotted then all first.
