Amy Winehouse: Unique Fashion Icon
Here at handbag.com, we are all very sad to have lost one of the icons of a generation this past weekend. Amy was a unique fashion character, and we celebrate that by remembering some of her best moments.
2011-07-25 02:00:00
By Georgina Langford
Amy Winehouse: Unique Fashion Icon
Amy Jade Winehouse was an icon in so many ways; not least for her inimitable, unique sense of style. It’s impossible to ignore how the 5’5” chanteuse, with her signature beehive and ballet-pumps, made a lasting impact on fashion (especially among her devoted fans). While reflecting on her short life, we remember her most iconic looks. This is Amy in all her retro, Rizzo, pin up girl glory; there will never be another like her
Mercury Awards 2004
When we first met Amy, she was a fairly unassuming, dare we say ‘normal’ looking North London gal – seen here at the Mercury Awards, for which her debut album Frank received a nomination. There’s just a hint of liquid eyeliner in place, and it’s clear that Amy already had a penchant for what was to become a wardrobe favourite - the mini dress.
