How to Dress Like Christie Brinkley

Sports Illustrated swimsuit supermodel Christie Brinkley has long been a symbol of All-American wholesome good looks. Her California blonde hair and long tanned legs made her famous. Not only is she famous for her body, she is famous for her style as well and here are a few ways to achieve her sun-kissed glamor.

Things You'll Need

• preppy chic
• breezy California girl attitude

Instructions

1. Wear Polo shirts. Polo shirts have long been a symbol of preppy glamor, and Christie's Hamptons-style fashion is about as preppy as you can get. Polo shirts in clean, crisp colors like white, baby blue, navy blue or light pink are great ways to pull off Christie's Polo shirt-wearing style.

2. Drape cardigans on your body. A cardigan tied around your waist or draped over your shoulders is a great way to give someone an instant preppy flair. The cardigans should be of a lighter color and strong colors like dark pinks and neons should definitely be avoided if you want to dress like Christie

3. Wear floppy straw hats. Christie lives alongside the beach in Hamptons, New York, so she spends a lot of time on the beach. To keep her skin looking flawless and young amidst the scorching sunshine, she is often seen wearing large, floppy straw hats. Adding a straw hat to your preppy outfit should give you an instant Brinkley effect.

4. Wear sun dresses. Christie has an athletic, statuesque, toned and fit body, and she likes to show it off in sun dresses, especially those with halter necks. Try to purchase a halter sun dress that goes down to your ankles, if possible, as flowing dresses are a Brinkley trademark. The halter dress can be in any color, but white is preferable.

5. Apply natural makeup. Sun-kissed and light bronze are the two key concepts to remember when applying Brinkley-esque makeup. Concentrate on applying foundation that will give your skin a rosy yet bronzed tone, and make sure eye makeup is light. A good coating of mascara and light eyeshadow (beige or light brown) should be enough. For lips, a rose color is perfect. Lipstick shouldn't be too dark or too light when emulating the Christie Brinkley makeup style.

Tips & Warnings

• Shop at preppy stores like Abercrombie and Fitch, Ralph Lauren and Banana Republic. These are great places to purchase Christie Brinkley's Hamptons-esque, casual style