In a candid interview, Dolly Parton discusses her signature aesthetic and her collaboration with Good American, showcasing a collection aimed at empowering wearers.
Country music legend Dolly Parton recently made headlines with her support for her signature saying, “It costs a lot of money to look this cheap.” In an interview published on April 1 by WWD, Parton, now 79, spoke candidly about her aesthetic, which she proudly labels as embracing a “trashy” style—an aesthetic evocative of her Southern roots.
Parton discussed her collaboration with Good American, a brand co-founded by Khloé Kardashian, showcasing items such as bedazzled high-waisted pants, bootcut jeans, and gingham tops. “They called this lady ‘trash’ because she wore too much makeup, big hair, red nails, high heels, short skirts and all of that, but when I was little, that impressed me,” she stated, indicating that she perceives this style not as derogatory but rather as a celebrated form of expression. “I want to look a little bit, you know, trashy,” she explained, noting that she enjoys an “artificial look.”
Throughout her career, Parton has faced criticism regarding her glamorous appearance, recalling instances from her childhood in Tennessee where her grandfather subjected her to physical and verbal reprimands for modeling her style after the local “town tramp.” In her reflections, she mentioned, “I’m very sensitive, I didn’t like being disciplined,” which highlights her early struggles against conventional expectations surrounding femininity and beauty.
In discussing her Good American collection, Parton expressed her hope that her designs would empower wearers to feel confident and stylish, embodying a blend of country flair with a personal touch. “I hope [people] will feel they look good, and it’ll give them a little confidence and a little flair, and just feeling like ‘I’ve got a little bit of country flavor going on here,” she said, capturing her mission to instill a sense of individuality through fashion.
Parton also conveyed her preference for comfort in her everyday attire. “I’ll wear very comfortable clothes [everyday],” she said, adding that she typically concludes her daily look with styled hair and makeup, even when spending time at home. “I’m going to put on pullover shirts and a pair of jeans, and if I think somebody’s coming, then I can put on a pair of earrings or a little string silver necklace,” she noted, suggesting that her glamorous image remains indicative of her personality, even during casual moments.
Fans of Parton can shop her newly launched line at GoodAmerican.com, where they can find the pieces that carry her unique sense of style and allure.
Source: Noah Wire Services
