While it might be easier to look fabulous when top designers are knocking down your door, an A-List look still needs work.

So whether you prefer the supermodel, super-glam or super-mum approach to styling, three celebrities with completely different looks offer their expert advice…

Kim Kardashian

Famed for her curves (and appearances on countless US reality shows) this stylish socialite knows how to ooze glamour.

• How would you describe your style?

• Who are your style inspirations?

• Favourite designers?

• Favourite red carpet outfit?

• Top fashion tip?

• Kim Kardashian is chief stylist and co-founder of ShoeDazzle UK (www.shoedazzle.co.uk).

Helena Christensen

Member of the Nineties supermodel clan, this Danish beauty likes to let her clothes speak for themselves.

• How would you describe your style?

• Who are your style inspirations?

• Favourite designers?

• Stand-out style moment?

• Top fashion tip?

• Helena Christensen is the face of Triumph lingerie’s Essence range, exclusive to John Lewis (www.johnlewis.com).

Jo Whiley

Radio DJ and keen festival-goer, the mum-of-four is known for her relaxed, high-end boho look.

• How would you describe your style?

• Who are your style inspirations?

• Favourite designers?

• Favourite red carpet outfit?

• Top fashion tip?

• Jo Whiley has teamed up with Persil 2in1. Visit www.netmums.com/persilpassonthelove.

Get the look

Singer Ellie Goulding went on the prowl for St Tropez goodies at V Festival wearing statement leopard print boots. Flaunt your animal instinct in Topshop’s George lace-ups, £60 (www.topshop.com).

Buy it now

Swoon! Steve Jones is all set for his new US X Factor hosting role with a wardrobe of slick suiting from Goodsouls at Very. The presenter will have his pick from the collection as face and stylist of the brand. Goodsouls is available at www.very.co.uk now, with further A/W pieces available online from September 2.

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