Raphina’s everyday style in Sing Street captures the mid-1980s Dublin street fashion of a teenager dreaming of London modeling gigs. Her wardrobe relies on heavy denim, thrifted layers, bold costume jewelry, and dramatic makeup applied with absolute conviction. Recreating her appearance is less about sourcing obscure screen-accurate props and more about getting the cut, texture, and wash of the clothing right.
The heart of this outfit is double denim anchored by a relaxed blouson-style jacket and slim trousers. Because the garments themselves are standard eighties staples, the distinctiveness comes from how they sit together alongside her oversized accessories and signature cosmetics.
Denim Jacket and Jeans
Raphina wears a mid-wash blue denim bomber jacket cut with slouchy dropped shoulders and an elasticated waistband. The blouson shape creates volume up top, contrasting sharply with the fitted jeans beneath. When picking out a jacket, prioritize a cut with gathered cuffs and a relaxed torso rather than a rigid trucker silhouette. Rolling or pushing the sleeves up toward the mid-forearm keeps the proportions true to how she wears it on screen.
Underneath or paired directly with the jacket are medium blue slim skinny jeans. A clean, classic mid-blue wash without modern factory whiskering, distressing, or raw hems matches the era. The trousers should taper neatly toward the ankles so they slide smoothly into the tops of her boots without bunching excessively.
Scarf and Footwear
Tucked loosely into the collar of the jacket is a lightweight multicolor fashion scarf. Rather than a winter knit, this is a thin, decorative fabric printed with contrasting patterns that peek out around the throat. Drape it loosely around the neck with the ends tucked inward or trailing slightly past the zipper, injecting a sharp burst of color against the wash of the denim.
Her footwear balances the casual denim with practical weight. A pair of black chunky lace-up ankle boots grounds the silhouette. Thick lug soles, visible metal eyelets, and a round toe give the lower half the utilitarian edge typical of eighties alternative fashion. Lacing them snugly around the ankle keeps the jeans tucked cleanly in place.
Earrings and Wrist Accessories
Raphina’s jewelry leans heavily into flashy gold tones that mirror the aspirational glamour of eighties pop videos. Large gold hoop earrings are her most prominent accessory, sitting well below the jawline and catching light beneath her hair. Thin to medium wire hoops with a polished finish work best here, providing the right visual scale without pulling down on the earlobes during a long day of wear.
On her wrists, she stacks a gold bracelet accessory set. Combining thin bangles, simple link chains, and cuff pieces creates the layered, slightly jangling look she wears throughout the film. Spreading a few across one wrist or stacking them together adds subtle metallic detailing that balances the oversized hoops.
Hair and Makeup Execution
The hair and makeup pull the entire look into the 1980s. Raphina’s hair has noticeable volume with soft, teased curls and waves that frame the face. If you are styling your own hair or a synthetic wig, backcombing lightly at the roots and setting the waves with hairspray gives that effortless, lived-in body without needing a full perm.
Her makeup is unapologetic and bold. Heavy black eyeliner defines the lash line, drawn outward with a deliberate cat-eye flick or softly smoked along the upper and lower lids. On the lips, apply a vibrant bright pink lipstick with a satin or creamy matte finish. Pairing intense eyes with saturated fuchsia lips is the hallmark of Raphina’s aesthetic, immediately separating her from generic street fashion.
