The Dreamboys edition was a success, so let’s continue in the same spirit! Presenting: my Dreamgirls.
Dreamgirl: a girl crush (usually a celebrity because glamorous photos are a-must!), an object of admiration and endless source of inspiration. Someone you’re attracted to even if you’re straight!
#7: Dita Von Teese
Let’s face it, no one can do old-time glamour like Dita Von Teese – a contemporary burlesque artist. Dita (born Heather Renée Sweet) is famous for her larger-than-life striptease performances – one of her numbers includes Dita splashing around in a pool-sized martini glass, washing herself with an ‘olive’ sponge – and her 2-year long marriage to Marilyn Manson. Surprisingly, Dita is shy in real life (“What does the volume of one’s voice has to do with self-confidence?”). And did you know she is naturally a blonde, and dyes her hair jet-black to look like her idol, Betty Page?
I love Dita because she is not afraid to go against the grain to express her vision – even if it means resurrecting an antiquated form of art such as burlesque dancing. I would love to sit down with her over a cup of tea and chat about vintage lingerie, the future of burlesque and what a fool Marilyn is for letting her go.
#6: Kana
Kana is a Japanese alternative icon who is famous for modeling in Gothic Lolita Bible. Aside from her crazy outfits, one remarkable thing about Kana is that she never seems to age. Now well into her 20s, she still appears in Gothic Lolita Bible frequently and releases records under the alias Moon-Kana. Her weird and screechy voice is definitely an acquired taste, but you can’t deny: the girl looks adorable in her wigs, colored contacts that make her look suspiciously European, and that “give me my lollipop back” pout!
#5: Lindsay Lohan
Lindsay Lohan is RED-HOT, whether you like it or not. I’ve seen all her movies, in spite of their awfulness, and even loved her debut album (the cover of Stevie Nicks’ ‘Edge of Seventeen’ was positively spectacular). The new single, ‘Bossy’, however, is unconvincing and lame. Look, Linds, all was forgiven when you were a redhead – but now that your hair is bleached/mousy brown/whatever, it’s time to face the (bad) music!
#4: Lena & Yulia of Tatu
Best selling, jaw-shatteringly gorgeous, pseudo-lesbian Russian duo, Tatu make me proud of my origins! Lena (the fiery redhead) and Yulia (the raven-haired goddess) took the world by storm with their single ‘All The Things She Said’ in 2004 and I’ve never stopped following their career. They may look like porcelain dolls, but these girls consistently craft videos that make the masses think. How many pop bands do we know that can do the same?!
Oh, I once messaged them on their message board and they wrote back. What they said is a secret. :)
#3: Kirsten Dunst
Like my friend Teiva said, “she had me as Claudia in Interview With The Vampire, and sealed the deal with Marie Antoinette!” Whether in a period gown or a night gown, Kirsten possesses an aura of innocence and mystery that never fail to captivate me. Besides, she has really nice boobs. What? She had them out on a cover of a magazine once – I noticed! Or maybe it was some sort of an exotique balconette bra.
#2: Madonna
At the risk of sounding like an obsessed gay boy: I LOVE MADONNA!! More than just a Dreamgirl, she is like a fairy godmother to me. Except, instead of telling me to play it safe, she taught me to fight for what I believe in and not be afraid to break the rules.
As far as I’m concerned, Madonna can do no wrong. I have loved her every single look and album, and her Sex book has some of my most favorite photographs of all time (shot by Steven Meisel). I admire Madonna’s independent thinking, artistry, tenacity and business sense. She is quite the agent provocateur! Plus, just like me, she believes herself to be 50% man. :)
#1: Lolita
Lolita: light of my life, fire of my loins. Kubrick’s film caused a lot of controversy, even though those who read the book know it is a toned down version of the novel. Interestingly, while the character in the book was supposed to be 12 years old, the movie version of Lolita was portrayed by a 14-year old actress named Sue Lyon, who was chosen for the role because of her unusually voluptuous body (suggesting an even older age).
So why do I identify with Lolita so much? Simple: because I am one! To me, Lolita is more than just a put-on; it goes beyond the knee-socks and the Japan hysteria. Lolita-ism is a mindset, although perhaps a deviant one. The taboo combination of innocence and sexuality – the two things that are not supposed to be mixed together and yet constantly are – is something I’m naturally drawn to, yearn to express and possess. Fashion is an excellent outlet – I adore bows, poofy skirts and cable-knit tights. And red lip gloss? A must!
Deerlings: share your Dreamgirls with us!
Once again, I’m going to say these are girls I don’t necessarily have the hots for(even though they are attractive) but I like to follow what they are doing and see their movies/listen to their music and whatnot. I’d totally go out on a date with the first one though!
Kate Beckinsale
Kate Winslet
Keira Knightley
Scarlett Johansson
Milla Jovovich
Rachel Weisz
Nicole Kidman
Cate Blanchett
Winona Ryder
Angelina Jolie
t.A.T.u.
Lindsay Lohan
..You! Haha. <3
When I saw that picture of Lindsey Lohan and read that it was her, my jaw dropped! She looks freakin’ GORGEOUS in that photo <3
Hmm, who are my Dreamgirls? I’ll pick 10, otherwise my list would be a mile long!
(In no order)
1) Marcia Cross
2) Sara Ramirez
3) Asia Argento
4) Dita Von Tease
5) Mia Kirshner
6) Salma Hayek
7) Karina Kapoor
8) Ingrid Bergmen
9) M.I.A.
10) Alicia Keys
Great list Doe!
Drew Barrymore
Jennifer Tilly
Sheri Moon Zombie
Traci Lords
Gina Gershon
SO HOT! Others I like have already been listed (Dita, LiLo), but these great gals were left out!
i have to agree with you 10,000% on madonna. girl, she has it has it goin on! but i think i personally prefer her confessions look, although she looks pretty bangin now. ;]
but the rest of my list ((in no particular order))
2. britney spears
3. raquel reed
4. amy lee
5. otep shamaya
6. amelia tan
7. ellen page
8. rihanna
9. reese witherspoon
and of course, our lovely doe deere. :]
<3
Angelina Jolie
Natalie Portman
Tina Fey
Dita Von Teese
Michelle Trachtenberg
I have to say… you are totally on my Dreamgirls list!
Haha! I was totally having this conversation with my boyfriend the other day. Hahaha.
1) Sherilynn Fenn
2) Zooey Deschanel
3) Scarlett Johannson
4) Angelina Jolie
5) Rose McGowan
6) Maggie Gyllenhaal
7) Miss Von Teese
In case you couldn’t tell, for the most part I love women who are curvy and vivacious vixens!
ps. Gods, I love that picture of Tatu! It’s everything I aspire to be in life! ;)
Scarlett Johannson
Mosh
Apnea
Natilie Portman
Anna Friel – from Pushing Daisies (Lee Pace can join my Dream boys list)
I dye my hair the same shade of Scarlett Johannson ^^
My list is, again, in no particular order but these are women that I find myself adoring and looking up to on a regular basis:
Bette Davis
Cyndi Lauper
Idina Menzel
Tilda Swinton
Yaya Han
Zooey Deschanel
Katy Perry
Amy Lee
Angelina Jolie
Keira Knightley
Kate Beckinsale
Nicole Kidman
Hmm I seem to have this thing for girls with dark hair…but not all.
In no particular order:
Katee Sackhoff
Rosario Dawson
Zooey Deschanel
Emily Deschanel
Michaela Conlin
Sheri Moon Zombie
Zoe Bell
Marg Helgenberger
There are more, but those ladies listed above make me drool in some way or another.
in no particular order:
Chloë Sevigny
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Kirsten Dunst
Dita Von Teese
Xenia Vorotova (<–did I spell that right?)
that’s all I can think of right now.
Angelina Jolie
Kiera Knightly
Kim Karadashian (sp)
Kirsten Dunst looks amazing in that photo, as does Lindsay!
Nice taste!
Cate Blanchett
Tilda Swinton
Kate Winslet
Winona Ryder
Helen Mirren
M.I.A
Gong Li
annnnd Katharine Hepburn!
looove them.
Cate Blanchett
Kate Winslet
Helen Mirren
Winona Ryder
Tilda Swinton
M.I.A
Gong Li
and……..Katharine Hepburn!
love them all.
Hands down:
Emily Browning
and Björk!
They’re very lolita-esque (as you were explaining). Well, to me at least. And not to mention beautiful.
jane russell
bettie page
more of a new dreamgirl for myself kate hudson
10 turned out to be too small a number as I feel obligated to include:
11) Rihanna
12) Marion Cotillard
13) Helena Bonham Carter
14) Sophia Loren
15) Halle Berry
I tend to go for the actor type when it comes to women I admire. So, in no particular order…
Judy Reyes
Sarah Chalke
Keira Knightley
Emma Watson
Bonnie Wright
Heather Graham
Dita Von Teese
Rachel Hurd-Wood
Dame Judy Dench
There’s a ton more, but those are the ones that come to mind immediately.
well I’ve always had a bit of a crush of Christina Aguilera.. hehe!
Also Rachel McAdams
Emma Watson
Zooey Deschanel
Alexis Bledel
Ellen DeGeneres <- I love her! haha, probably for different reasons than the rest though!
A few Australians…
Rachael Carpani
Pia Miranda
Myf Warhurst
That picture of Lindsay is amazing!
I have a dreamgirl crush on:
Lucy Liu (HER FRECKLES! <3)
Monica Bellucci of course
Cat Deeley who hosts So You Think You Can Dance (She’s so funny and gorgeous!)
Heidi Klum – she has such an adorable personality, amazing genetics, and fabulous husband/family
Cate Blanchett
Kate Winslet
Tilda Swinton (she is so incredible)
Natalie Portman!!
Zooey Deschanel
Zhang Zhiyi
Kerri Walsh
Rhona Mitra
Uma Thurman
OK I’m going to stop now… hahahahahaha :D
Oh but that picture of Lindsay Lohan is AMAZING!!! I’ve never seen it before and certainly did not recognize her — although I do think she’s amazing as well… I can’t get enough of her. :P Which makes me feel… slightly embarrassed. :) HAHAHA.
I also really enjoyed the film Lolita, as well as the book. Even though I’m very against pedophilia (I’m actually planning on being a forensic psychologist focusing on sexually abused children), the book and film were amazing in a way that you can’t understand unless you have a great amount of empathy. I love the “lolita” style, bows and ribbons and Mary Jane shoes…it’s just all so fancy and nostalgiac for me.
When I saw the pic of Dita I decided you were even cooler than I thought =] She is definitely on my celeb crush list. Her style blows me away and I would pay all the money in the world to have her body. I love that she’s her own person, and honestly, I’m glad her and Manson split – she can do SO much better.
My other female crushes/”I want to be thems”:
Theda Bara
Mariska Hargitay
Angie Harmon
Pat Benatar
Tracie Thoms
Scarlett Johanson
Winona Ryder
Elisha Cuthbert
Joan Jett
Shirley Manson. iloveheriloveheriloveher
Emilie Autumn (she’s coming to NYC in November! I am soooo excited)
Alexz Johnson
Olivia Wilde
Olivia Lufkin
and I must confess that I think Tila Tequila is gorgeous.
There are definitely more but these are the ones that I first thought of.
Hrm..
Bettie Page
Doe Deere (you knew I was going to say that, right?)
Kirsten Dunst
Jessica Alba (those lips!)
Clara Bow
Twiggy.
I stopped reading Lolita half way through because it was too disturbing.. I think the movie really got it wrong – she was NOT a 12 year old who looked 18 and sexy – she WAS a little girl. No boobs, no hips.. That always kind of creeped me out.
Awesome list!
Mine would include:
Dita Von Teese (of course!)
Zooey Deschanel
Drew Barrymore
Pip from Ladyhawke
Megan Fox
Jen Brill
Natalie Portman
Milla Jovovich
Kirsten Dunst
Kate Hudson
Winona Ryder
Selma Blair
and last but not least… Audrey Hepburn!
I have always and forever been madly in love with Nicole Kidman. but Drew Barrymore and of course Audrey Hepburn are on the top of my list.
I can’t believe no one mentioned Victoria Beckham yet. She’s such a great fashion and hair icon.
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I completely agree and Lolita is the dichtonomy between innocence and sexuality. I usually have a problem when I want a cocktail or when I go to events, many people think I look younger than I am because of the way I dress also due to my love of bows, cute hats etc.
HMMM….
My top dream girls are:
Barbara Mori
Denisse Guerrero
Dulce Maria (RBD
Adriana Lima
Angelina Jolie
Cathrine Zeta-Jones
I love Kana too! ever hear of Kokusyoku Sumire? they’re an adorable duo from Japan and I love their music.
Kirsten Dunst really impressed me as Claudia. how old was she, like, 12? I was thinking of her performance today in Marie Antoinette. It’s a very quiet movie, not much dialogue. I would think that’s harder to act, personally.
I think I’d have Joanna Ost on my list, along with Anne Hathaway, Clara Bow, Nita Naldi, Misako Aoki and Drew Barrymore and Lilian Gish.
Haha, Lolita all the way!
-Björk
-Zooey Deschanel
-Amanda Palmer
-Audrey Tautou
-Dita von Teese
-Elizabeth Fraser
-Jean Seberg
-Jane Birkin
…there are sooo many more that I’m missing, it’s ridiculous!!
Ooh Dita von Teese really is such an inspirational woman and very smart as well. I have to admit that I have a crush on the actress Kristen Stewart. As a young girl she was kind of an ugly duckling, very awkward in the sense that her features didn’t quite fit her. Now that she has grown up she has literally grown into herself and I find her to be very alluring. On top of her beauty I feel like I can relate to the whole ugly duckling thing, since when I was younger my ears and teeth were a little too large for my head. ;)
Lolita… Hmm. I don’t know if you have the right idea of what the Japanese fashion style is supposed to be. It’s actually a rather a-sexual style/philosophy–we (yes, I do call myself a “Lolita”) try to attain the aura of a Victorian porcelain doll: Beautiful, innocent, and fragile, yet a little mysterious and foreboding. These two opposing concepts appear in every form of Lolita, from the most Gothic to the sweetest. Except for ero-loli and “ita-loli” (novice Lolitas who haven’t quite grasped the style’s rules and concepts), there is no intentional sexuality at all. The poofy skirts, socks, and ruffles are meant to portray a delicate, modest composure, not to get anyone excited.
I don’t mean to rant or to put you down… I just want you to know that Japanese Lolita fashion should not be associated with sex or sexual deviancy, and that there are many Lolita enthusiasts (including myself) around the world who feel strongly about the subject.
Cheers,
~Kagi
I am crazy for Madonna’s sex book too. Very intrigued by the Gothic Lolita chick.
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