Style Inspo: Australia's Gossip Girl: Fashion Critical's Most Scandalous Takes
You Beauty26 Nov 2025

Style Inspo: Australia's Gossip Girl: Fashion Critical's Most Scandalous Takes

Ever wondered who is behind the iconic "Fashion Critical" account? This week, Leigh's managed to sneak in Australia’s most mysterious fashion commentator to the Mamamia offices (in disguise... obviously) to spill all her red carpet secrets. They're the anonymous voice we all turn to for the real commentary on everything from the Brownlow to the Met Gala, and they're not holding back.

They're breaking down the biggest fashion crimes they see time and time again, from the dreaded "naked dress" to the accessories they'd ban forever. They're revealing how it all started, how their commentary has changed from "savage" to "satirical,". We’re getting the official glossary for all their iconic terms, from what "crotch whiskers" actually are, to why "should have caught the bus" is the ultimate insult. Plus, they spill on the celebrity DMs they've received—including the ones who weren't happy—and why the Oscars red carpet is actually the most boring one of the year.

EVERYTHING MENTIONED:

Leigh's Boujie:

Albina Dyla Suncrest Dress $1716.48

Albina Dyla Embroidered $2263.60

Fashion Critcal's Boujie: Rebecca Vallance Emma Mini Dress $699

Leigh's Budget: Chancery Lotus Maxi Dress $220

Fashion Critical's Budget: Pilgrim Nat Off Shoulder Mini Dress $169.95

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CREDITS:

Host: Leigh Campbell

Guest: Fashion Critical

Producer: Ella Maitland

Audio Producer: Lu Hill

Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris

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