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Vanity: Style Icon or Fashion Moron? I happen to think that Vanity was both unique and provocative in her performance style, but overtly sexy in her fashion style. The tails and fishnets along with the over-the-knee boots and lacy corset made her one of the most watched and hypnotising performers in her day. No one has ever come close, mainly because Vanity's beauty is unmatched. It is a natural beauty that cannot be manufactured with a hair weave or nose job.
I recall one interview where she said that the idea of lacy lingerie for Vanity 6 came from Prince, but her individual ensemble was her own idea, right down to the cape she wore when performing, and then taking it off like a strip tease. Her dance moves were unprecendented and could not be emulated, although some tried to do so, without much success. She had this 'thing' where she just moved in a certain way, and the wardrobe added to this ambiance. Whilst I am a Vanity fan (you would never know  ), I ask you, the all-knowing, all-wise, and all-powerful fan community.....Do you think Vanity was a Style Icon or a Fashion Moron?
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Leather and lace has never looked so good!
I dug her style. Sure, it was a wee bit on the camp side at times -- but it wouldn't have been the 80's without it. 
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ohhh i just love vanity more pictures please! | |
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Style icon! For sure. Not only was she super sexy, but she was really girly while she did it. | |
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Gosh, I love this woman. She was so sexy and gorgeous, one of the most beautiful women I've ever seen.
I think she had alot of style. And I also think modern girl groups copy Vanity 6's style. (Other groups of that era too. But I see alot of Vanity 6 in them) | |
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Style icon. It was the 80s. It was an era of glammed up, poofed up, foofed up, everything "to the hilt" styles and she was gorgeous in almost everything she put on. One day, people will look back at now and say "damn, they were BORING back in the early 21st!" This will come to be known as the GAP era where everybody wore jeans and t-shirts and jogging suits to death. [Edited 3/29/08 16:46pm] | |
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Overall I'd call myself a fan of her look, but for one thing: Teddy's are gross. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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Isn't it funny how these children of the 90s look back at the 80s and criticize in retrospect? At least in the 80s, it was all about being original. Corporations have effectively conditioned the general public that anything beyond jeans and a t-shirt is overdressing so that they could sell everyone cheap ass clothes at an extreme markup. I crack up when these kids today try to make fun of 80s outfits while wearing a cotton t-shirt that cost $.30 to make that they paid $100 for just because of the logo on it. Who's REALLY the fashion moron? People have been trained to dress as casually as possible and to do their best not to stand out in a crowd. No wonder music sucks now. Creativity and uniqueness has been sucked out of society. In the 80s, people wanted to stand out. Nowadays, people are scared to. | |
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BlaqueKnight said: Isn't it funny how these children of the 90s look back at the 80s and criticize in retrospect? At least in the 80s, it was all about being original. Corporations have effectively conditioned the general public that anything beyond jeans and a t-shirt is overdressing so that they could sell everyone cheap ass clothes at an extreme markup. I crack up when these kids today try to make fun of 80s outfits while wearing a cotton t-shirt that cost $.30 to make that they paid $100 for just because of the logo on it. Who's REALLY the fashion moron? People have been trained to dress as casually as possible and to do their best not to stand out in a crowd. No wonder music sucks now. Creativity and uniqueness has been sucked out of society. In the 80s, people wanted to stand out. Nowadays, people are scared to.
Very well stated. I am convinced Beyonce's career would not be where it is, if she had dark skin. | |
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Not a fashion moron but I don't know that she was exactly a style icon either  Definitely original though, once she struck out on her own. You never saw anyone wearing the shit she wore    I never met you, but I LOVE you & I will forever!! Thank you for being YOU - my little Princey, the best to EVER do it | |
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BlaqueKnight said: Isn't it funny how these children of the 90s look back at the 80s and criticize in retrospect? At least in the 80s, it was all about being original. Corporations have effectively conditioned the general public that anything beyond jeans and a t-shirt is overdressing so that they could sell everyone cheap ass clothes at an extreme markup. I crack up when these kids today try to make fun of 80s outfits while wearing a cotton t-shirt that cost $.30 to make that they paid $100 for just because of the logo on it. Who's REALLY the fashion moron? People have been trained to dress as casually as possible and to do their best not to stand out in a crowd. No wonder music sucks now. Creativity and uniqueness has been sucked out of society. In the 80s, people wanted to stand out. Nowadays, people are scared to.
Well said."A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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BlaqueKnight said: Isn't it funny how these children of the 90s look back at the 80s and criticize in retrospect? At least in the 80s, it was all about being original. Corporations have effectively conditioned the general public that anything beyond jeans and a t-shirt is overdressing so that they could sell everyone cheap ass clothes at an extreme markup. I crack up when these kids today try to make fun of 80s outfits while wearing a cotton t-shirt that cost $.30 to make that they paid $100 for just because of the logo on it. Who's REALLY the fashion moron? People have been trained to dress as casually as possible and to do their best not to stand out in a crowd. No wonder music sucks now. Creativity and uniqueness has been sucked out of society. In the 80s, people wanted to stand out. Nowadays, people are scared to.
Yes, absolutely and well said!! But you find things different in Europe and the Far East, Japan specifically. Gwen Stefani took her entire look from a Japenese pop star called Hiko Suzuki and most people haven't got a clue about that. But honestly, she did. But I totally agree that there is no style now. So when P turns up at award shows in his colorful suits, he stands out. The 80's was corporate America, Big Bucks, Big hats, big cigars, big hair, high shoes, big shoulders....BIG BIG BIG. And Vanity OVERDID it on the hair, makeup, sex appeal, the entire look. This is what I loved about her. Up until V6 arrived on the scene, NO ONE had ever DARED to go on stage in their underwear! (Well except Prince). But no girl ever dare to do it. That takes confidence!! After V6, wearing lingerie as a fashion piece became the norm. Great insightful post BlaqueKnight  Genius is born, not made. Prince is a Genius. No question. RIP Legend. | |
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blue22 said: BlaqueKnight said: Isn't it funny how these children of the 90s look back at the 80s and criticize in retrospect? At least in the 80s, it was all about being original. Corporations have effectively conditioned the general public that anything beyond jeans and a t-shirt is overdressing so that they could sell everyone cheap ass clothes at an extreme markup. I crack up when these kids today try to make fun of 80s outfits while wearing a cotton t-shirt that cost $.30 to make that they paid $100 for just because of the logo on it. Who's REALLY the fashion moron? People have been trained to dress as casually as possible and to do their best not to stand out in a crowd. No wonder music sucks now. Creativity and uniqueness has been sucked out of society. In the 80s, people wanted to stand out. Nowadays, people are scared to.
Yes, absolutely and well said!! But you find things different in Europe and the Far East, Japan specifically. Gwen Stefani took her entire look from a Japenese pop star called Hiko Suzuki and most people haven't got a clue about that. But honestly, she did. But I totally agree that there is no style now. So when P turns up at award shows in his colorful suits, he stands out. The 80's was corporate America, Big Bucks, Big hats, big cigars, big hair, high shoes, big shoulders....BIG BIG BIG. And Vanity OVERDID it on the hair, makeup, sex appeal, the entire look. This is what I loved about her. Up until V6 arrived on the scene, NO ONE had ever DARED to go on stage in their underwear! (Well except Prince). But no girl ever dare to do it. That takes confidence!! After V6, wearing lingerie as a fashion piece became the norm. Great insightful post BlaqueKnight People cite Grandma Madge as being the big trendsetter, but she was far from the first to launch the undies in public trend."A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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meow85 said: blue22 said: Yes, absolutely and well said!! But you find things different in Europe and the Far East, Japan specifically. Gwen Stefani took her entire look from a Japenese pop star called Hiko Suzuki and most people haven't got a clue about that. But honestly, she did. But I totally agree that there is no style now. So when P turns up at award shows in his colorful suits, he stands out. The 80's was corporate America, Big Bucks, Big hats, big cigars, big hair, high shoes, big shoulders....BIG BIG BIG. And Vanity OVERDID it on the hair, makeup, sex appeal, the entire look. This is what I loved about her. Up until V6 arrived on the scene, NO ONE had ever DARED to go on stage in their underwear! (Well except Prince). But no girl ever dare to do it. That takes confidence!! After V6, wearing lingerie as a fashion piece became the norm. Great insightful post BlaqueKnight People cite Grandma Madge as being the big trendsetter, but she was far from the first to launch the undies in public trend.Ha Ha, yeah Old Madge copied everybody from Jody Watley to Prince. Genius is born, not made. Prince is a Genius. No question. RIP Legend. | |
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blue22 said: meow85 said: People cite Grandma Madge as being the big trendsetter, but she was far from the first to launch the undies in public trend.Ha Ha, yeah Old Madge copied everybody from Jody Watley to Prince. Yep. I used to wish that was more public knowledge, that Madonna is not the trailblazer she's made out to be, but I've since accepted that's just not gonna happen. Don't get me wrong, I do like her, but I wish proper credit would be given where it's due. "A Watcher scoffs at gravity!" | |
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BlaqueKnight said: Isn't it funny how these children of the 90s look back at the 80s and criticize in retrospect? At least in the 80s, it was all about being original. Corporations have effectively conditioned the general public that anything beyond jeans and a t-shirt is overdressing so that they could sell everyone cheap ass clothes at an extreme markup. I crack up when these kids today try to make fun of 80s outfits while wearing a cotton t-shirt that cost $.30 to make that they paid $100 for just because of the logo on it. Who's REALLY the fashion moron? People have been trained to dress as casually as possible and to do their best not to stand out in a crowd. No wonder music sucks now. Creativity and uniqueness has been sucked out of society. In the 80s, people wanted to stand out. Nowadays, people are scared to.
Wow, great post !  " I´d rather be a stank ass hoe because I´m not stupid. Oh my goodness! I got more drugs! I´m always funny dude...I´m hilarious! Are we gonna smoke?" | |
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In the 3rd pic, she looks like the naughty sister of linda ronstadt.... |
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STYLE ICON-BAR NONE! | |
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BlaqueKnight said: Style icon. It was the 80s. It was an era of glammed up, poofed up, foofed up, everything "to the hilt" styles and she was gorgeous in almost everything she put on. One day, people will look back at now and say "damn, they were BORING back in the early 21st!" This will come to be known as the GAP era where everybody wore jeans and t-shirts and jogging suits to death.
[Edited 3/29/08 16:46pm] I totally dig what you're saying..that being said,I can't live without my jeans. I DON'T WANT TO BE NORMAL,because normal is part of the status quo,which I don't want to be a part of- Tori Amos | |
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Style icon, without a doubt. | |
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style icon | |
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oohhhh a very very sexy style icon! | |
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Most definitely a style icon  Guess that I'll stay at home
All alone and play my tamborine | |
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meow85 said: blue22 said: Ha Ha, yeah Old Madge copied everybody from Jody Watley to Prince. Yep. I used to wish that was more public knowledge, that Madonna is not the trailblazer she's made out to be, but I've since accepted that's just not gonna happen. Don't get me wrong, I do like her, but I wish proper credit would be given where it's due. DIG IT! For those who don't know, Vogue-ing was started predominately by the gay black and hispanic kids who were members of "houses" baring the names of different designers in the " NY Ball Circuit" around the early 80's.....Not by Madonna. It was a form of dance competition like the "breakers" of that era. Madonna has good taste and knows who and what to exploit, but she has always been a thief. | |
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Is this a pic of Vanity? It kind of looks like Apples. The chin/jawline looks a little too round for Vanity... she had a more angular profile. Maybe I am wrong? [Edited 4/13/08 23:02pm] "Remember, one man's filler is another man's killer" -- Haystack | |
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Is this a pic of Vanity? It kind of looks like Apples. The chin/jawline looks a little too round for Vanity... she had a more angular profile. Maybe I am wrong? [Edited 4/13/08 23:02pm] If you look at the second pic, she is wearing the exact same outfit. Defo Vanity. Genius is born, not made. Prince is a Genius. No question. RIP Legend. | |
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blue22 said: prodigalfan said:
Is this a pic of Vanity? It kind of looks like Apples. The chin/jawline looks a little too round for Vanity... she had a more angular profile. Maybe I am wrong? [Edited 4/13/08 23:02pm] If you look at the second pic, she is wearing the exact same outfit. Defo Vanity. Yep I see it now. Wow! Apples was a pretty good copy. I knew she resembled Vanity but I never got them mixed up be4. "Remember, one man's filler is another man's killer" -- Haystack | |
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BlaqueKnight said: Isn't it funny how these children of the 90s look back at the 80s and criticize in retrospect? At least in the 80s, it was all about being original. Corporations have effectively conditioned the general public that anything beyond jeans and a t-shirt is overdressing so that they could sell everyone cheap ass clothes at an extreme markup. I crack up when these kids today try to make fun of 80s outfits while wearing a cotton t-shirt that cost $.30 to make that they paid $100 for just because of the logo on it. Who's REALLY the fashion moron? People have been trained to dress as casually as possible and to do their best not to stand out in a crowd. No wonder music sucks now. Creativity and uniqueness has been sucked out of society. In the 80s, people wanted to stand out. Nowadays, people are scared to.
That's why I like Gnarls Bsrkley, at least they try to be creative with the costumes. Only the stupid are STILL Prince fans. | |
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BlaqueKnight said: Isn't it funny how these children of the 90s look back at the 80s and criticize in retrospect? At least in the 80s, it was all about being original. Corporations have effectively conditioned the general public that anything beyond jeans and a t-shirt is overdressing so that they could sell everyone cheap ass clothes at an extreme markup. I crack up when these kids today try to make fun of 80s outfits while wearing a cotton t-shirt that cost $.30 to make that they paid $100 for just because of the logo on it. Who's REALLY the fashion moron? People have been trained to dress as casually as possible and to do their best not to stand out in a crowd. No wonder music sucks now. Creativity and uniqueness has been sucked out of society. In the 80s, people wanted to stand out. Nowadays, people are scared to.
Yep. Even in the 90s people on my college campus stood out. Now, when I go back for alumni events, everyone dresses like they're auditioning for a part in a rap video in a manner that you just described. I'm sick and tired of the Prince fans being sick and tired of the Prince fans that are sick and tired! | |
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