Dressing Watson

FORMER stylists to Vogue cover girl Emma Watson Katie Clark and Polly Judge have explained how they decided what outfits to dress her in. The duo styled the actress for two years, picking dresses such as the black Rafael Lopez dress that she wore to the London premiere of Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part 1 and the velvet Vionnet gown that she donned for a Claridge's party in November 2010. "For each event, we work closely as a team putting an inspiration board together, like the ones you see on our website home page," Clark said. "We collate vintage pictures with tear sheets and runway stills and from this we have a very clear idea of the look we want to achieve." As well as Watson, the pair have also dressed VOGUE.COM contributor Pixie Lott, Razorlight, and former Burberry boy George Craig. This month, Clark and Judge have launched their latest project: a new website, named Stardust Vintage, with pieces sourced from European flea markets; the wardrobes of private clients; and American clothing auctions. All items are curated into current season trends, making it even easier to find desirable treasures. Customers are also invited to email the duo with any personal styling queries. "We have always had a love of vintage and often use unique pieces within our styling for fashion shoots and personal clients," Judge told us. "During the years, we had amassed a great collection of clothing and accessories and felt the time was right to share them." For spring/summer 2012, the pair cites Fifties and Eighties florals; cut-off cowboy boots; and romantic lace and sheer pieces as the vintage world's key trends, while autumn/winter 2012-13 will see the rise of Russian-inspired military looks; animal print; and hand-stitched embellishment. Keen to impart their knowledge of retro dressing, the pair have revealed their ultimate tips to achieve vintage cool: Do keep in mind the key trends and colours as you buy - whether it's spots or stripes, Fifties and Eighties, pastels or florals - as it will make searching that bit easier. Don't go by the size on the label as vintage clothes can have very different sizing. If you are buying online make sure you read the measurements carefully. We always think it is a good idea to measure a piece of clothing you already have that is a similar shape and compare that with the item you wish to buy. Don't dress in vintage from head to toe! You don't want to look like you just stepped out of a period drama. Do remember the pieces may not be perfect, but they do have a history and a story and you will always look unique.













ELLA ALEXANDER 30 May 2012
http://www.vogue.co.uk/news/2012/05/30/stardust-vintage-launches---emma-watsons-stylists