DAVID BOWIE, MUCH MORE THAN A ROCK STAR.
“David Bowie didn't dress up: He transformed”
At a time when fashion was still a reflection of identity, he made it a weapon of revolution.
Ziggy Stardust, The Thin White Duke, The Man Who Fell From the Earth —
Bowie didn't follow trends, he created them, destroyed them, rewrote them.
In the 1970s’ Bowie carried on androgynous and fluid, publicly and provocatively declaring his bisexuality, wearing makeup and women's clothes, all this before it was socially accepted, giving many people the opportunity to imagine a future where being themselves was not an act of courage, but of freedom.
His original and avant-garde style allowed him to collaborate with great designers such as Alexander McQueen or Kansai Yamamoto (the Japanese fashion designer who created Ziggy Stardust's costumes).
Designers, artists and celebrities of later generations cite him as a source of inspiration, from Lady Gaga to Harry Styles. From Gucci to Balmain.
Bowie's style was deeply linked to his artistic and personal vision. He didn't dress a certain way to be fashionable, but to express something new: an identity, a provocation, a story.
In conclusion David Bowie was a style icon because he transformed the way we think into a look, to gender, identity and art. He didn't just dress fashionably, he used fashion as a language.
David Bowie has redefined what it means to be “cool”.
David Bowie during a live performance, during the Ziggy Stardust era.
This look, which combines classic elements with a bold touch of color, is representative of his eclectic style and his ability to mix tailored garments with standouts accessories.
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