How to Dress for Gemini Season
Nearly halfway through the year, we come to a melting point. Our new years’ resolutions are in the rearview mirror, and the drives of springtime are firmly set. What lies ahead? Fixed between past and future, the self to-be and the one to come, we need a little chaos, to let it all loose.
Gemini is the sign of duality, of opposites engaging, the ambivalence in the middle. Here, we embrace extremes, and strip away fixed roles. Today, you’re a bohemian; tomorrow, you’re a punk. Every idea should be picked up and tried on, even if it’s immediately forgotten. Gemini’s ruler is Mercury, the voice of the Olympic pantheon, who could get along with anyone, traveling through disparate realms and adapting everywhere he went.
And so Gemini’s fashion is free of categorization, and ever-open to experimentation. What creations emerge when you clash styles? What new signatures do you discover in the process of play? Tap into your wild side with these Gemini season picks:
The great character actress Helena Bonham Carter has displayed astonishing versatility in her roles, playing witches, goths, ghouls and princesses in seamless procession. Carter’s personal style is just as much a mix-and-match, a living collage of clashing and complementing pieces, jumbled into a beautiful whole. If you’re going to go all the way this Gemini season, you can’t take it too seriously. Invest in accessories that go with any wild combination: The Christian Dior Gold Round CD Necklace, and Guccie’s Brown Jumbo GG Canvas Tote Mini.
As the fast-rapping bad girl of TLC, Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes embodied Gemini’s fearless provocation, love of expression and mutable style. With Lopes and the girls of TLC, every red carpet brought a brand new look: asymmetrical high ponies, bright neons, gold beading in the style of Cleopatra. If you’re going to channel a vibe, you have to commit. Make a statement with the Louis Vuitton Noisette Monogram Vernis Alma PM, and Dior’s Gold 30 Montaigne Earrings.
With her Venus in Gemini, Cher has never shied away from versatility, her tour bus bursting with wigs and gowns to suit any mood. For over three decades, Cher has collaborated frequently with Chrome Hearts, whose hard metals and iridescent colors pair well with any look, on any tour, in any decade. Set yourself up for the eras to come with Chrome Hearts’ Sterling Silver Cross Ring, and the Multicolor Metal Stoned Aviator Sunglasses.
Susie Essman consistently stole the show over 12 seasons of Curb Your Enthusiasm, stomping through Beverly Hills mansions in the most outrageous, gaudy and certainly expensive outfits imaginable. “This woman takes chances,” Essman said of her character’s audacious aesthetic declarations. They may be over-the-top, but you can’t deny that they’re fabulous, or that Essman is in command of the room from the minute she walks in. Go big with Fendi’s Multicolor Nylon Baguette Belt Bag, and Gucci’s Silver Metallic Quilted Web Chain Crossbody Small.
No Gemini roundup could be complete without mention of the twirling, tambourine-slamming Bella Donna herself, Stevie Nicks. Over decades as a performer and style luminary, Nicks has never compromised on her preferred means of self-expression; her penchant for shawls, platform boots and bolero hats continues to inspire legions to don black and seek out the seven wonders. Accessorize with magic in mind, with Chanel’s Orange caviar Zip Tote Large, and the Celine Black Drummed Calfskin Luggage Mini.
