The comedian loves a pyjama set,“My friends are like,‘Here she is again in a matching set.’ It’s totally my jam.”Mark Rogers
How would you describe your personal style? Relaxed and comfortable.
What’s the oldest thing in your wardrobe? A Tigerlily dress my husband bought for me 12 years ago when I was pregnant with my first child.
And the most recent addition? A pair of mesh shoes I made a big song and dance about on Instagram. Everyone hates them;my husband,Api,is going to divorce me because of them. I don’t want to name the brand,but they were inspired by the Miu Miu ones.
What are the three essential items in your wardrobe?Relaxed jeans with a few rips in them because I’m a cool mum. I also like a high-waisted flared jean. Prada and Chanel “dad” sandals. And swimmers – I like Seafolly and Hunza G. I’ve been known to wear swimmers as a top with jeans and sandals.
What would you wear…
…on a first date? A matching pyjama-style set with a fancy sandal by Chanel or Prada;that’s my version of a heel.
…on a plane? I have a uniform:relaxed Seed jeans,a black Scanlan Theodore T-shirt,sandals,socks if I’m doing long haul,and a black cashmere cardigan.
…on the red carpet? The fact that I’ve got designers who are friends now is quite ridiculous. I felt amazing in the Alex Perry dress I wore to the Logies.
What’s your favourite fashion era? I’m into now because anything goes. You can get around in a three-piece suit and it’s sexy and amazing.
Who are your favourite designers? I love everything about Tom Ford. I’m also obsessed with Akira[Isogawa],Alex Perry and Ikuntji,an Indigenous label I wore to theElvis premiere.
What’s your fragrance of choice? Tom Ford “Lost Cherry” is my go-to.
Any go-to jewellery? A Jennifer Meyer gold necklace that has my boys’ names on it. My Melissa Harris wedding rings. And a gold Tiffany&Co bracelet that I wear with a bracelet that Api bought for me in Bali the day before we got married.
Can you remember a favourite outfit you wore as a child? Anything I could break out and dance in – shimmer stockings and leotards with baggy T-shirts. I loved that vibe.
What was your first fashion moment? My year 12 formal. School sucked for me but when I went to that formal,I felt classy. I wore a gold dress that Mum had someone make for me. I remember thinking,“I look pretty great here. I look like an Oscar.”
And your worst fashion mistake? Buying those mesh shoes. I tried to be trendy,and it did not serve me.
Celeste Barber on her knock-offs Miu Mius:“I tried to be trendy,and it did not serve me.”Supplied
Is there something you’d never wear? I’ll try anything. You can see that on my Instagram account. I’ve worn some pretty stupid stuff.
What’s at the top of your wishlist? A pair of mesh Miu Miu shoes.
Is there a current trend you like? I love pyjama sets – I’ve a got a wardrobe full of them by Matteau,Zimmermann and Camilla and Marc. My friends are like,“Here she is again in a matching set.” It’s totally my jam.
What shoes do you wear most often? Beige Prada “dad” sandals.
What do you wear to bed? A T-shirt and period undies.
Who’s your favourite fashion icon? Tracee Ellis Ross is chic and fun. She wears bold colours and silhouettes that accentuate her excellent body. I think she’s awesome and I message her about it all the time.
What do you wear on a typical working day? Jeans and a linen shirt. It’s very much a homage to my mum,she was always in a crisp white linen shirt with the collar popped.
What’s your favourite off-duty,casual Sunday look? Swimmers and jean shorts. I’ll be lying on the beach while my kids run amok,or on our rooftop having a cocktail with my husband.
Celeste Barber hostsThe Way We Wore, premiering November 21 on ABC TV and ABC iview.
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