Another (Birthday) Bites the Dust

I know this is Freddie's blog, but Freddie always said Queen was much more than the sum of its parts, and since today is John Deacon's birthday, I thought I would do a look inspired by Birthday Bass Boy. Happy 61st, John!

asymmetric zip coated jacket, $48

ASOS Jersey Tie, $13
Old Navy Bright White Girls Pique Uniform Polos, $8.50
Jerri High Rise Black Acid
Zombie Georgi
John Deacon | Rock Forever

John was really quite the expert at snug jeans and that seemingly accidental melding of geek&rock. Let him be your excuse to go shopping for something he might wear. Or to eat some birthday cake, because really...

(I realize I missed Brian's birthday this summer, and will accept all due slaps and chastisements for that heresy of omission.)

I Still Want to Break Free.

Here I am, darlings! I'm so sorry for the lack of posts this summer. I really planned on keeping up with the blog while I was away, but I worked so much that I barely had time to sleep. Never mind! For the occasion of The Glorious New Outfit from What Freddie Wore, I bring you this:

Haha!

But all joking aside, this is a pretty cute outfit. Don't believe me?

Light peach frill front blouse, 30 GBP
Adidas by Stella McCartney Trapeze jersey tank, $75
Girls stretchy studded tank (Bubblegum Pink), $13
Black heart button over the knee socks, 4 GBP
Pleather Skirt, $24
Three Dots - Cotton Stretch High Waisted Skirt (Black) - Apparel, $65
Skirts|Clothing:Sexy Mini Skirt,Short Skirt Clubwear,plaid Skirt Work..., $19
Killer Legs Fishnet Pantyhose - Spandex Seamless Women's Tights w/..., $9.50
Lauren Jones 'Angel' Peep Toe Pump, $100
Showcase Heel, $40
ASOS Ethnic Style Spike Cuff, $34
FULL TILT Spiked Bracelet, $5.99
Danz N Motion® by Danshuz® Shimmery Tights - Black S : Target, $50


It's pretty current to do the ironic leather mini. If that's not your thing, pretty much any chic, high-waisted, black option will do. The trick to pulling of a look this girlie is to toughen it up with some accessories and hard makeup. On the other hand, if you've got a great 'stache...

;)

Miracles

As in, I could seriously use a few, because you guys:

I CANNOT find suitable replicates of those trousers or the jacket for that matter, although there are decidedly more yellow jackets available than marching-band trousers. Nevertheless, Freddie's rocking a pretty sweet look in this still from "The Miracle" video. Here are some ways to pay tribute:

Monrow indigo cotton 'Marilyn' crewneck t-shirt, $64
Marilyn Monroe Tee, $27
Marilyn Kiss Tank, $24
Twill 3Q Jacket, $28
Lyle & Scott KL047-V22 Yellow Jacket, 70 GBP
Fisher Yellow Jacket, 200 GBP

I'll stick with these in the meantime, but if anyone knows a source for those pants or a similar jacket do let me know! The jacket is probably the most coveted item in Freddie's wardrobe for many Queen fans. I heard it went to auction about three years ago, but I never heard about it after that. One day when I've made my millions I'll track it down...

We Want to Be Dandy

Hello lovelies, I've got something special planned for today. You wanna know what it is? Ready:

Just kidding.

;) Here's from where we're really going to take our sartorial wisdom:

Okay, so yes, I did kind of go in the opposite direction there. BUT LISTEN. I don't know if you've noticed (I certainly had not!) but SUMMER is upon us. And what is a quintessential chic and versatile item which all well-dressed people ought to have for this plague of high temperatures and humidity?

The crisp white button-up, of course. LOOK how dapper Freddie looks in his! He's got a few variations going on, one of which is an embellished/studded version and I am digging it. Then he's got the traditional one from some photos taken in Sao Paulo. Here are some options:

Women's Anglomania by Vivienne Westwood press stud shirt blouse 123 GBP - julesb.co.uk
Fashion Blouse 20 GBP - oasis-stores.com
AE Women's Camp Shirt (White) $35 - ae.com
I heart Ronson Clothes White Button Up Shirt With Two Front Pockets -... stylecaster.com
Gold studded bangle set 15 GBP - dorothyperkins.com
Rimmel London Moisture Renew Lipstick Dusty Rose Ulta.com - Cosmetics,... $5.99 - ulta.com
Rimmel London Lasting Finish Lipstick Pink Champagne Ulta.com -... $5.19 - ulta.com
red sweatband 1freeaday.com

White looks good on everyone, so you're free to play with a sexy lip color. Freddie didn't need to, apparently, but that doesn't mean I don't. ;) Then have fun with accessories--the classic white summer buttonup can go from the beach to a formal party to a bonfire to a boardroom and guess what! I am out of 'B' words.

Also, I swear I'm working on a way to adapt the red outfit I first showed you at the top of this post. I WANT TO LOOK THAT AWESOME. Stay tuned.

Freddie Is Our Sunshine

Freddie was inordinately fond of yellow, it appears--and among his apparent favorite yellow items of clothing was this sweatshirt:

So because I also am inordinately fond of both yellow and being comfortable, here you are:

Items in this set:
Gypsy 05 LaLa Land Cutoff Sweatshirt in Yellow, $130
Juicy Couture Hoodie Yelly, 130 EUR
Old Navy Womens Mellow Yellow Perfect Crew-Neck Tees, $10
Oceanside Super Skinny Legging Jean Wrecked, $30
Light wash ankle skinny jeans, 28 GBP

Living On My Own

I have always wanted to throw a party like Freddie's 39th birthday Black&White Drag Ball. But that's mostly because I've seen the music video for 'Living On My Own' (it's embedded at the end of the post! Watch it). To that end, here's our outfit for today:

Items in this set:
Harlequin Dress, $130
Black bead embellished military jacket, 40 GBP
Confetti Large Open Rose Spray in Fuchsia
GOLDIE, 9 GBP
Elie Tahari - Kimberly Clutch (Gold) - Bags and Luggage, $200

I have a thing for harlequin and I'm really happy about finding that dress. Find a semi-dressy party to go to, lovelies, and make it your very own personal black & white (& gold, apparently!) ball.

It looks like a great party. I don't know if most of the footage for the music video is actually from the party or if they recreated it later. It does appear that his solo album Mr. Bad Guy would have had the budget for that, but that's besides the point, and a whole lot less fun. You know what IS fun? THIS VIDEO.

 

Feeling Blue, and That's a Good Thing

How cute are they?

I would like to point out that Our Muse is totally wearing a Hawaiian print shirt under that snappy blue number. It's punchy but subtle and I looooove it. Miss Mary Austin, Freddie's lifelong best friend and former lover, looks incredible (and judging by her interviews for Freddie's 60th birthday films, she STILL looks incredible) and guess what? Her look is way easier to borrow. Big florals are back in major way this year--thanks, D&G.

I've done His & Hers below:

Items in this set:

Jada Floral Dress, $36
Distorted Floral Sheen Dress, $23
London - Slim fit Suit, The Byard, 660 GBP
American Eagle AE Men's Sunwashed Hawaiian Shirt Navy, $35

and I've done a feminized, much more casual version of Freddie's look here, which is more "inspired by" and a lot less literal:

Items in this set:
Daytrip Jeweled Tank Top, $28
Linen Blazer, $86
Sass & Bide New Nights Jean, $68
read my lipstick - wanted (strawberry red), 13 GBP
Fade To Black Nail Color, $16

Enjoy!

Live Aid 1985

Because let's be real--that was probably the best live rock performance ever. Ask the hundred thousand plus people present if you don't believe me.

Items in this set:
JAMES PERSE WOMEN RIBBED DAILY TANK In White, $45
Studded Faux Leather Jacket, $48
CROPPED LOW WAIST SKINNY JEANS, 220 GBP
DSQUARED2 - FOOTWEAR - Sneakers - Size:9 , 8 , 7 , 6 , 10 - Item..., $295
simple chain, 295 CAD

*EDIT : I'm aware the picture of him holding up the crown is not, in fact, from Live Aid. I just thought it was a cool addition to the set. It's from Queen's 1986 Wembley show on the Magic Tour.