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Hunky Dory sessions 71

A look at the many styles of David Bowie throughout the years

David Bowie, Hunky Dory photo session by Brian Ward, 1971

The first UK release of The Man Who Sold the World's cover, on which Bowie is seen reclining in a Mr Fish "man's dress", was an early indication of his interest in exploiting his androgynous appearance. The dress was designed by British fashion designer Michael Fish, and Bowie also used it in February 1971 on his first promotional tour to the United States, where he wore it during interviews despite the fact that the Americans had no knowledge of the as yet unreleased UK cover. The…

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