Fictional Style Icon: Blair Waldorf

So, lets get this out in the open: Blair Waldorf is probably the main reason that I watch Gossip Girl. The shows creators describe her as "the queen at the center of their chess game", the author of the book series says she is "a girl of extremes", and her wikipedia article paints her as "a comical overachiever who possesses both snobbish & sensitive sides." Blair is gorgeous, and terrifying, arrogant and insecure, ferocious and vulnerable all at the same time. Plus, she is impeccably styled.
This is possibly the best dress that I have ever seen, and I've seen a lot of dresses in my day. I thought I had died & gone to fashion heaven when I saw it, with the gorgeous skirt detail, massive shoulder fuck-off bow, and matching gloves.
I love that Blair isn't a girl to shy away from a bold colour - or all of them at once. Her closet is full of beautiful, colourful outerwear and tights that I would gladly take off her hands. Particularly this yellow trench.
Sigh, what can I possibly say about Blair's prom dress? It looks how a prom dress should - elegant, intricate, and slightly over the top. The matching Nathaniel Archibald handbag doesn't go astray either, although I do prefer the Chuck model myself.
What did I say about Blair, and her bold colours? I am all over this green coat/cape, and the bright yellow accessories. Plus, this is my favourite picture of Blair. Isn't she adorable?
Did I say Blair's debutante dress was the best dress I have ever seen? Yeah, I did. Well, I think it's pretty closely rivaled by this sexy sailor number. I love everything about it, right down to the adorable matching shoes. Blair is matchy-matchy with an edge!

A gorgeous dress for an equally gorgeous scene. I giggle every time I see her try to walk away from Louis with one high-heel on. Does it make me a bad Chuck/Blair fan that one of my favourite moments for their relationship was when Chuck says he'll let her go with Louis because she'll never have a happy life with him? If you want to work a little bit of Blair charm into your wardrobe, here's a few ideas:

Blair by missperegrin featuring a floral print dress

Invest in gaudy headwear - lots of it, and all kinds: hats, headbands, headdresses, fascinators - and work them into every outfit. Wear timeless dresses, keeping the length flattering but modest. Go for styles with a retro, nautical or elegant feel to them. Pair your gorgeous dresses with matchy-matchy accessories - tights, belts, handbags, gloves, corsages, clutches - and don't forget to match them with your fab headwear. Keep your heels colour-coordinated, classic and high. Never walk out the door without your phone in your hand, and a scheme in your head - you never know what the day might bring.

You know you love me, xoxo.

If you're looking for some more Gossip Girl styling, back in June 2010 I wrote Fictional Style Icon: Chuck Bass. You're totally welcome.