The whole punk movement initially started as an anti establishment music movement, which quickly spiralled into the polictical, artistic and fashion worlds.
Spurred on by punk legends The Ramones, The Clash and The Sex Pistols who created an entirely new look which launched designers like Vivienne Westwood and still acts as an inspiration for designers and fashion followers today. It seems a little funny that punk elements have come full circle to be considered ‘mainstream’.
We show you how to fit elements of the iconic punk look into your wardrobe without going down the kitschy safety pins and ripped tee route...
Reclaimed Leather
Inspiration: Alexander McQueen
Celeb Follower: Peaches Geldof
Re-work that little floral dress with a vintage leather motorcycle jacket. Whilst you can pick these pieces up at true vintage stores, the chain stores are making it easier for you as well with 'vintage look' jackets. Match It Buy: FFJ Motorcycle Jacket $399.00 from Leather Image
An 80s Moment
Inspiration: Vivienne Westwood
Celeb Follower:Debbie Harry
The punk movement followed on from its strong hold in the 70s to inspire the new legion of pop crossover acts and new wave musicians of the 80s. Have a 80s moment with an oversized sweater, hosiery and boots a la Miss Blondie.
Match It Buy: Mink Pink Logline Cardi $79.00 from Wild Pair
Renegade Moment
Inspiration: John Galliano
Celeb Follower: Lady GaGa
Punk shook up the establishment in a similar way to how John Galliano shakes up the fashion industry. Want to be a true punk? Be a renegade like John and Lady Gaga and don’t be afraid to break the rules. Match It Buy: Nylon Skater Dress $75.00 from American Apparel
Resuited Suiting
Inspiration:Erin Featherston
Celeb Follower:Daisy Lowe
One of my favourite elements to come out of 'punk fashion' was the reconceptualised suiting. An oversized tuxedo jacket worn with ripped jeans and Doc Martens-Daisy Lowe does a little bit more polished version with her off kilter dress and mens suiting jacket. Match It Buy: Text Tuxedo Jacket AU$189.95 from Witchery
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