In the light of his LA public loo 'visits', who'd have thought that
the words 'shuttle' and 'cock' would eventually figure so prominently
in George Michael's career? But back in the hedonistic days of Wham!
George and Andy were shoving shuttlecocks down their shorts in innocent
fun and inviting the girlies to Make It Big (on their 1984 album and
on stage.) Their stage gear reminded you of nothing so much as a pair
of Ibiza holiday reps, whipping up holidaygoers into a frenzy with
their saucy double entendres and cheer leading antics. In Wham!'s
world drinks were free and there was enough fun and sunshine for everyone.
If you're aiming to emulate this look in the middle of December though
you could return home from the party with frostbite. (Here, any Greek
men like Georgious will be insulated at least with the thick mat of
hair on the forearms, legs and if you're really unlucky, the back
and shoulders). Basically for this look all you'll need is your tennis
gear, white socks, plimsoles and a Wham! T-shirt. Cheap as chips!
A massive bouffant quiff (if you're going as George would also be
handy.) but be prepared for funny looks each time you go to the toilet.
Highlights would be advisable if you're going as Andy Ridgeley and
remember to think of something divertingly interesting to say when
people ask you what you do in the band. A week on the UV ray sunbed
wouldnt go amiss either for that permanent orange
look.
You're perfectly placed to start an impromptu game of badmington
at the party with your job-lot of shuttlecocks. And George would be
excited at the thought of winning first toss
It's nice to see you're keeping fit dear but you'll catch your death
out there.
Abba
Pusscycat dresses for the girls. Platforms for the boys.
Adam Ant Stand & deliver!
Be a real prince charming with this look.
David Bowie Fancy going all
Ziggy Stardust? Spandex and makeup to the ready.
Human League Lopsided haircuts
for the boys and shocking eye makeup for the girls.
Michael Jackson Shamone! How to
achieve this look without cutting of your nose.
Madonna If there's a look,
Madonna's had it. We recommend the Blond Ambition style.
MC Hammer This man certainly
had a distinctive look. Whether you want to copy it is up
to you!
Pepsi & Shirley Puffball skirts,
pettycoats and knee-high socks.
Shakin Stevens Comb up that quiff,
put on the crepe-souled shoes and don a pink jacket.
Slade Whether you wanna
be Dave Hill or Noddy Holder, you'll look crazee like this.
Spandau Ballet To cut a long story
short, this smoothie style has got to be gold.
Spice Girls Sporty, Ginger, Baby,
Scary and Posh. We got the tips for the ladies.
Wham! Even if you don't
want to adopt the Wham! look, the pictures are worth a laugh.
