Interview of the Week - Tootise Royale
This week’s interview comes courtesy of Irish milliner and burlesque fave Tootsie Royale. With 40s glamour part of this season’s must-have looks, Tootsie knows a thing or two about perfecting the ‘Von Teese’. Check out her style creds…
1. What’s your definition of style?
Being comfortable in your own skin is paramount. If you can walk into a room and feel confident about yourself - it doesn’t matter if your dressed as a fairy or a 50’s bombshell. That’s the most important style tip I was ever given.
2. Who would you kill to (un)dress?
Hmmm, undress as in ‘Oh my god that is Hideous! Take it off, take it off’ or ‘Grrr…Hotness! Take it off baby!’. The first on would have to be Amy Winehouse. God that girl needs a brush and a good hug. The second, would have to be the Scottish actor James McAvoy. Down to earth style, non-pretentious and looks great in simple jeans and a white shirt. Yum!
3. What fashion faux pas is most unforgiving. Be ruthless?
VPL’s and tights with open toe shoes…unless they are cuban heel/re-inforced toe stockings from Agent Provacateur, then it’s so Dita Von Teese, which is fine.
4. What is your fashion weakness?
Shoes, corsets, shoes, Hats, shoes……mostly shoes.
5. How many models does it take to change a lightbulb?
It depends on how much they’re getting paid 
If you would like to get something made or see some of Tootsie’s other creations you can contact her at tootsieroyale@gmail.com or www.myspace.com/tootsieroyale
