Time to sweat to the oldies and dance through UI’s archives with your friends at Flashion Backward to see what ancient creaking box of treats lies in wait for our greedy, pawing, spandex-wearin’ pleasure. Today we’re dancing it out with Astrid Williamson, who always has something interesting and piquant to say.
In addition to all of the opinionatin’ this Shetland-born lass stays busy with her solo work, experimental band The Bilderberg Groop and collaborations with bands like Oskar.
She cranks out pensive lyrics a la Sinead O’Connor like “Please forgive my pursuit of you/But I have to get to the root of you;” Williamson can be a quiet, persistent, querulous presence that haunts the dustiest corners of your subconscious–something fans find endearing (though critics have been less effusive).
On the airwaves and in the flesh, Williamson possesses the enviable uber casual style, blond charm, fearless embrace of quirk and moody introspection most women strive for, but few achieve. Oh, and unparalleled psychological acuity too. I would hate her it weren’t for that damn, unassuming charm–pox and curses!
Below, check out her tips for spotting a loser lover.
TOPICS: Flashion Backward, Kathleen Willcox