Rihanna meeting everyone half way

I've tried to hold off on publishing this blog because I thought it would be yesterdays news by now, however it seems the topic is still fresh enough to discuss. I'm talking Rihanna's very controversial Adam Selman dress, covered in 216,000 Swarovski crystals - and for those who've been living under a rock it was practically sheer.

Obviously everyone is entitled to their own opinion of fashion meets edge, I for one have always supported Rihanna's daring style, however this one definitely caught me off guard. It's fair to say she didn't leave much to the imagination and the debate continues as to whether or not a red carpet look should have copped the same, if not more, sexual attention than her own, very fitting, best seller 'Skin' (points to those who understood the lyrics reference in the title).

As I flick through my countless fashion magazines; for me there is nothing sexier than a plunged neckline, backless ensemble or a sneaky slither of side boob. However this is purely because I'm all about Subtle Sexy - and Rihanna's bear naked look at the CFDA Fashion Awards was far from it. Women don't pull out half buttoned, oversized, white shirts paired with stiletto Louboutons and a trusty red lip for nothing - they do it to create an illusion, to demonstrate power and perhaps remind him what he's been missing. Now that every man and his dog knows what Rihanna has got going on under her lace undergarments (as seen in previous outfits) a touch of mystery has been lost. 

Like Beyonce says I'm all for independent women buying the shoes on their feet whilst waving a house key around holla-ing 'I bought it'. However to the critics dropping headlines proclaiming this is one of the most feminist statements the pop world has made to date - I say get a grip. I don't see male music artists walking around with diamonte encrusted mankini's proclaiming it's a testament to their manhood. What's next? Female pop stars fronting 'vajazzled' - because we've ran out of other feminists statements to make. 

At the end of the day Rihanna made an outfit choice, and although I think it was particularly more suited to the bedroom rather than the red carpet I don't think she should be stripped of her Fashion Icon Award over it. In fact, at the beginning of this week I entered a discussion with local fashion store Goldilocks Boutique and a top trending comment was that this sort of dress code, by stars, is becoming increasingly impressionable upon younger members of society. In light of this, others found it amusing and almost ironic that she would accept this iconic award in a dress that was so controversial - but I guess that's what fashion is all about.


Perhaps a nude lining wouldn't have gone astray but it certainly wouldn't have racked up as much attention as this very memorable number has...

Who else is interested to see Rihanna's next red carpet look? I know I am.

CORNROWS

Although not everyones cup of tea, I've had my heart set on crossing over to cornrows for the last couple of months. The only issue I've found with having them though, is not wanting to take them out. 

This stylish 'do which over time has found itself on the heads of Fergie, David Beckham, Snoop Dogg/Lion/<insert new animal>, our favourite Kardashian sister Kim and even James Franco in the box office flick Spring Breakers; is now slowly creeping back as an on-trend look. So to all those who hung out to get their hair braided on the annual family Bali trip; kudos to you, you successfully predicted cool.

Whether you're a fan of the cornrow or not, you surely can't deny its individuality and temporary nature. You can distance yourself from the ones who don't share your groove for as little as a few days up until a month; the longer you leave them in the messier, more bedridden they'll look. Although I would very much like to rock that stage of cornrows, I don't think my boss would - therefore neat and tidy will have to suffice. As simple and straight forward as it may sound, washing just half of your head whilst trying your best to keep the cornrows in tact proved to be quite difficult... I'll be turning to a buddy with a basin for the next time. 

For those interested in daring to be different Head Studio can fix you up with your new weave for as little as $65, with some variation depending on each clients request. With 3 salon locations across Perth (King Street, Rockingham and Success) you shouldn't have too much trouble booking in for an appointment, I managed to secure mine within 3 days of booking. After 10 years experience with Head Studio I can assure 10/10 customer service, some of the quirkiest characters you'll meet this side of Australia - all with killer style, a team who is more so a tight knit family than working colleagues and award winning stylists acting as the cherry on top of the cake.

Looking forward to seeing many more this summer!

Wearing: Twiggy Stardust Triangl bikini bralet, Mink Pink leather look skirt, Nike TR Fit 3's, Ray Ban aviators, Garnier BB Cream.