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25th November 2013

Top 5 Patriotic Ensembles

Scarlett Whittell takes us through some of the Union Jack’s best fashion moments.
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The bold design of the Union Jack, with its statement red white and blue pattern, has become an iconic look in the world of fashion. Come with me on a stroll down memory lane, as I look at the most memorable outfits and accessories which have been inspired by this British symbol.

 

1) Geri Halliwell

In 1997, Ginger Spice decided to jazz up her LBD with a Union Jack tea towel. Little did she know that her domestic creation would go down as one of the most celebrated outfits in history! We must control ourselves though, not everyone looks that good in a dish cloth. Don’t be tempted to throw away your entire wardrobe in order to start a tea-towel fashion revolution.



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2) Tom Daley

I am fully aware that Tom Daley isn’t a fashion icon. But come on, he looks so damn good in those tiny union jack speedos, it would be a travesty not to include a picture (try not to drool in public). Well done Tom, well done.

 

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3) Katy Perry

Even proud California Girl Katy Perry can’t resist! In 2010 she stepped out in a statement rubber dress, emblazoned with the British and American flags. Inter-continental fashion, I like it.

 

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4) Ollie Locke

Aka. The ultimate patriot. The sadly missed ex-MIC star seems to have an endless supply of union jack suits, as well as a ‘Union Jag’ car to match. Apparently a statement clutch just doesn’t cut it in the celeb world anymore…

 

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5) Austin Powers

Mr Locke is not the only owner of such an impressive accessory. It was darling Austin that set the trend in Goldmember, with his oh-so-tastefully named ‘shaguar’.

So that’s two union jack cars, two dresses, loads of suits and a teeny tiny pair of trunks. Just going to quickly repeat the last one, TEENY TINY TRUNKS. Yep, I think we all know who the winner is.


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