This is Acting is the seventh studio album of Australian singer Sia, released at the beginning of 2016. After topping the charts with hits from 1000 Forms of Fear, Sia became known for concealing her face behind large wigs during public appearances and performances. She is thus defiant in an era where celebrities are constantly scrutinized and judged for their looks, and offers the audience the chance to focus on what really matters: her voice, her music, and the concepts she conveys through her work. 

According to Sia, her latest album is a collection of pop songs initially written for other female artists. To Sia this felt less like sending her own messages across, and more “like play-acting”, hence the title. You can listen to the full album here. And in this article, I will show you three outfits inspired by songs from This is Acting.

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Alive

Originally written for Adele, Alive is an anthem about resilience, survival, and overcoming hardship. Sia’s incredible vocals offer force to this song, making it feel so empowering. The next time you’re down, I recommend listening to this for a boost of inner strength. 

Products: Blouse – H&M, Pants – H&M, Necklace – Forever 21, Clutch – Forever 21, Pumps – H&M

When I listen to Alive, I feel like channelling my inner girl boss: a motivated fighter, a survivor who refuses to give up. I tried to convey that attitude into a smart-casual outfit. The color scheme of this look is based on Sia’s famous black and white wig. You can pay tribute to the artist’s iconic style by combining a white off-the-shoulder blouse with black suit pants. Accessorize with black pumps, a layered necklace, and a red clutch (as a pop of color and a symbol for a beating heart).