Fashion Inspiration: Lana Del Rey
Photo Credit: ELLE
Perhaps the biggest overnight success story of the past year, controversial musician Lana Del Rey is a style icon in the making.
In case you aren’t already familiar with her, Lana first rose to popularity in 2011, when her now-famous song “Video Games” hit the blogosphere. Over the past year, she’s risen from blog sensation to mainstream name: thanks to everything from the January release of her album Born to Die, to a controversial performance on SNL, to the commercial successes of her singles “Video Games” and “Born to Die,” Lana has spent her year in the public eye.
The singer has also caught the attention of the fashion world, thanks to her dramatic, vintage-inspired sense of style and retro-glam makeup. Even high-fashion designers have taken notice; the brand Mulberry just released a new bag named the Del Rey, after the artist herself.
Whether you’re into her music or not, it’s hard to deny that Lana Del Rey is a great source of fashion inspiration. From her magazine photo shoots and red carpet looks featuring runway pieces to her low-key street style, this up-and-coming style icon definitely has a certain flair to her wardrobe that you can recreate with the right pieces.
Below, I’ve created a series of outfits inspired by Lana Del Rey’s style:
Lucky Ones
Capture Lana Del Rey’s vintage charm in this look. Wear a peter pan collar top tucked into a simple black circle skirt. Ladylike oxford pumps, paired with frilly socks, help to add a feminine flair to the outfit.
Blue Jeans
Tee, Jeans, Sneakers, Necklace
Del Rey has a very casual street style, consisting of mostly t-shirts and jeans. A graphic tee and distressed jeans are Lana staples, as are simple white Converse sneakers. For an optional accessory, wear a embellished bib necklace that adds a bit of sparkle to the look.
Lolita
Dress, Flats, Bag, Earrings, Headband
Inspired by Lana’s more girly, innocent side, wear a pale pink polka dot dress with black bow ballet flats. Add a bow headband and pearl earrings for an ultra-sweet look. For bonus points, grab a structured satchel bag in the style of Mulberry’s Del Rey to complete the ensemble.
National Anthem
Top, Shorts, Sandals, Sunglasses, Ring
Step out in Del Rey’s signature all-American aesthetic with this patriotic ensemble. Wear a tie-front sleeveless button-up shirt with American flag denim shorts. Platform sandals, a stud ring, and heart-shaped sunglasses finish off the look.
Diet Mountain Dew
Blouse, Jacket, Shorts, Flats, Headband
Rock a vintage-inspired ensemble by tucking a sheer pastel blouse into floral high-waisted shorts. Put on a denim jacket for an edgier feel, and wear a cute pair of lace ballet flats and a flower headband to finish off the look.
Carmen
Dress, Pumps, Bag, Necklace, Earrings
This lovely look is the perfect way to channel your inner starlet. Wear a bold red lace dress with Mary-Jane pumps in a neutral tone. Grab a faux-leather satchel, a gold-tone link necklace, and a pair of dangling heart earrings to complete the outfit.
What do you think?
Do you like Lana Del Rey’s music? What do you think about her style? Would you wear any of the looks above? Which one is your favorite? Would you like to see more posts like these in the future? Let me know in the comments!
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Posted on on May 22, 2012 / Filed Under: Inspiration / Tags: Celebrity Fashion, Celebrity Style, Celebs, Clothing, Fashion Inspiration, Inspiration, Inspired by, Lana Del Rey, music, Outfits
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Samantha
I absolutely adore this post! I would love to see an outfit for every song on her album too :)
olive
love this! I adore Lana.
C
Last three outfit are my favorite :) Great post! Her style is amazing
Elizabeth
I love lana!!! I wish you guys had done Summertime Sadness, but still an amazing post!
Reena
Aside from being a great artist Lana Del Rey is also a fashion icon. She sure does have the passion for fashion. I love her style!
Holly
Hint: you can get nearly identical stars-and-stripes denim shorts for just $13 at Walmart! ;) I got a pair recently and they’re super comfy, and look better than the ones pictured in my opinion!
Alyssa Nicole
I am in love with this post!! How amazing!! :D
Cher
Imagine my immense joy when I saw this post!
I love Lana, and would wear the first outfit–it suits my style the most.
I would love to see a set for “Video Games” and “Summertime Sadness”!
Jess
I love Lana Del ray & I love this post! The outfits fit the songs perfectly! Bravo! :p
Sara
love me some Lana.
Staci
Don’t know or care to know who this chick is, but you have INCREDIBLE insight into style. Every single one of these posts has a piece that I would go out and purchase; further, each one is memorable, the true purpose of clothes to me. I’m not inspired by fashion usually, but these outfits are refreshing, exciting and adorable!
Rose
@Holly: thanks!! I saw them and their like $78! Cool, I’m going to Walmart tonight(:
Simo
I think it is my duty as hispanophone to point that her name translates as “Wool of the king” in Spanish, which is quite ridiculous and giggle-inducing. That being said, I think most of this outfits are super cute.
Jenny
I’m really not crazy about her music but I really like her sense of style and would happily wear all the outfits put together :D x
shaina
@holly
when did you get them? i’ve been dying for a pair and i just snooped the website and saw nothing…do you remember what department? thanks!
Dee
Never heard of her before! I just watched “Video Games” on youtube. Her voice is AMAZING!! Loved the song. It was really beautiful. However, I’m not sure I love how she looks though!
Chelsea - University of Oklahoma
Wow…I love all of these outfits!
Jodie
all of these outfits are perfect!
Chinea
These are perfect. I love it!
cath
Do one inspired by HALEY REINHART! I just love all of her outfits!!
Holly
@Rose : You’re welcome! ;)
@shaina : I bought them just a week ago – they’re l.e.i brand and were in the misses/juniors department! Hope you find them! ^^
Mandi Goya
I like the Blue Jeans. That is so me in the spring. It’s very casual. I also like the Lolita outfit! I like the soft colors on the dress with the black flats along with the white bow headband and pearl earrings! So cute! ? I also liked the National Anthem outfit. If I had the body I would rock out in an outfit similar to that! I love the heart shaped shades, shorts, and white shirt! ? Overall, my fav is the Diet Mountain Dew. It screams out spring. You’ve got the jean jacket over the sheer pastel shirt, and a floral pair of shorts to go with it, and then you’ve got the flower headband and the ballet shoes; LOVE THE OUTFIT!!! TWO THUMBS UP! ;-D
lola
Great idea. I love all the outfits. I would wear them depending on what mood I’m in, like right now it would be Nation Anthem. Her music prefect for me and all my friends at school are into her.
Sarah
Loving the Diet Mountain Dew look, it’s the perfect look for spring. I love those flats by Chinese Laundry, they seriously are perfect for every occasion.
Bonnie
i like these outfits but they don’t really scream “lana del ray” to me.
ubaida
Havent heared about Lana or her music and I must say I LOVE MUSIC and not knowing about Lana……… anyways, love outfits 2,3,and 6.they rep my style,too.! will definatly check out Lana`s music.GREAT post, btw