How to Be Mistaken for a Celebrity

Living in LA, it always cracks me up to see celebrities doing everyday things and trying hard not to draw attention to themselves. But in the course of this effort, they actually draw MORE attention - it's pretty ironic. Then add to this the fact that everyone wants to be a celebrity, so I thought I would lay out what I've observed by the real ones as a guide for the celebs in the making.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Cell phone
• Blackberry or mobile device
• Large, dark sunglasses
• Baseball cap

1. 

   Its all about attitude. First you have to get into the mindset. Assume at all times that people are looking at you and watching what you are doing. Never make eye contact and keep your head down.

2. 

   Next, its about the look. Whether you are a man or woman, work hard to keep a low profile - which will actually draw more attention to you. Be sure to wear a baseball cap and sunglasses at all times - especially indoors.

3. 

   Its all in the look. While In Style will tell you exactly how to put together the high-fashion celeb look, its really not that complicated. Baseline outfits: for women, skinny jeans, pushdown boots and off the shoulder, hip shirt. For men: threadbare tshirt, baggy jeans, vans slip ons. This is pretty standard for the Lindsay/Jessica/Nicole look, as well as the Ashton/Carson/Brad look.

4. 

   Then it is back to behavior. Always talk on your cell phone, even if no one is on the other line. Always text from your blackberry - during meals, in the midst of ordering drinks, walking down the street. See, you are extremely busy, and everyone wants a piece of you.

5. 

   Responding. If a stranger does approach you - maybe for directions since most folks in LA aren't really from here, then mumble that you don't give autographs and move on.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your look simple - don't go over the top. Real celebs really throw their look together and its everyone else that tries hard to recreate it.
• Since there are so many celebs in LA, if you see one, check out what they do and note it for later.
• Try not to incite a riot.

[anticelebrity]

on 10/18/2009 This is really amusing... I'm gonna wear a hat and sunglases all the time, with gusto and bravado.

More at http://www.anticelebrity.net

[jasminemars]

on 8/11/2009 The last comment got me to laugh. Great article!! This might only work in LA or NY. 5*, enjoyed it!!

[amylaine]

on 4/9/2008 Great article.

[cathleenemily]

on 12/20/2007 This is really funny. :)
and perceptive.

[ChoochieBoy]

on 4/26/2007 How about having a huge football player friend (or a bulky big guy)dressed in black and stay close to you so that people think that he's your bodyguard?