‘So many pictures of me with camel toe’: Why Sophie Monk regrets some fashion choices

What are the three essential items in your wardrobe? Denim overalls, I have too many pairs. Also, white James Perse singlet tops and knee-high boots.

Any go-to jewellery? A pair of canary yellow diamond stud earrings that I wear every day.

Can you remember a favourite outfit you wore as a child? Yes, cream-coloured knickerbockers and matching shirt with a teddy bear on it. I remember my friend’s mum taking it off and putting me in other clothes so she could make the same outfit for her daughter, who loved it, too.

What was your first fashion moment? Being on the cover of Vogue Australia in 2004 was a cool moment.

And your worst fashion mistake? There are so many pictures out there of me with a camel toe when I’ve had my photo taken wearing leggings on my way to the gym. And I overdid the spray tan for the Aria Awards one year – it went orange and I looked like an Oompa Loompa.

What’s on your fashion wishlist? I don’t usually buy designer stuff, it’s not really my style, but I did just buy the new Louis Vuitton “Star Trail” ankle boots. I’ve only worn them once because I don’t know what to put them with. I also bought the LV “Hooded Wrap” coat and I’ve been wearing that everywhere.

Is there something you would never wear? No, I’ll give anything a go. Baggy jeans, for example, even though I know they don’t suit me. I prefer skinny jeans.

Is there a current trend you like? I like the whimsical, hippy look – a white dress and cowboy boots – for summer.

Who’s your favourite fashion icon? Sienna Miller puts everything together perfectly and her hair is amazing. Also, Brigitte Bardot, the headbands, the smoky eye, I love that feminine ’50s look.

What shoes do you wear most often? A pair of Prada wedge sneakers that I’ve had for about 15 years; I wear them to death.

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What do you wear on a typical working day? For Love Island I get to wear things I would never normally wear: gorgeous gowns in bright colours that go with the brightly coloured house, which looks like a 2000s music video. It’s fun.

What’s your favourite off-duty, casual Sunday look? Jeans and a singlet are my staples. If we go out for lunch, I’ll wear a long dress and wedges.

Sophie Monk hosts Love Island Australia season 6 on 9Now.

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