Gossip gone good

There’s lots of buzz about Gossip Girl, the new CW show about the lives of rich kids, or more importantly, their drama-filled love lives. While the plot itself seems a bit recycled, the real hype is not in what the characters say or do, but what they’re wearing while they do or say it.

People are already comparing Gossip’s wardrobe styling to that of Sex and the City (the same stylists who dressed SJP and her posse are now dressing the young, rich and beautiful characters on Gossip Girl).

While I’m more than a little hesitant to buy in to the view that the wardrobe on the new show will be equally (if not more) fabulous and trendsetting than that of Sex and the City, there is definitely something to be said for this latest effort.

Geek chic is in full effect for the cast of the show – most evident in the sherbet- hued clothing on the guys - a plethora of pink polo’s and khaki trousers, Ralph Lauren sweaters, bowties and oxfords. It’s a welcome change to see young guys decked out in clothing that is smart and sharp, instead of the standard uniform of tired graphic tees and True Religions. Clad in plaid trench coats, pearl necklaces and toting oversized designer bags, the girls on the show are by far setting the major fashion trends. A mix of prep and contemporary, the stylists have succeeded in capturing the essence of the young and rich - an uber-traditional Burberyy headband contrasts with trends-of-the-moment like skinny jeans and ballet flats. Schoolgirl uniforms get hip with a loose fitting tie, knee high boots and dangling pendent.
My gossip of the day?? Keep your eye close on this show for more trendsetting fashions...