“The women who made me”

The award-winning singersongwriter talks the amazing muses who’ve changed her life.

Actress

Shannon’s an incredibly conscious, thoughtprovoking actress, a best friend to me for over a decade and a wonderful activist for women’s rights. And she enjoys the crossword puzzle immensely. Follow her on Twitter, @shannonwoodward, to keep you laughing.

Vicky Vlachonis Osteopath and author

Vicky has taught me that what you put in your body connects to your emotions. Her book, The Body Doesn’t Lie (Harpercollins Publishers; R277), helped me find my centre again.

Co-founder of hellogiggles.com

Sophia is one of my favourite pop-culture commentators. In addition to being incredibly internetsavvy – see for yourself on her website – she’s also a people curator: she knows how to pair people in jobs, friendships and life.

Photographer and film director

Hands down, she’s one of the most important artists of our time. Cindy is her own one-woman show. I admire the sense of humour and self-deprecation in her work.

Comedienne

Jenny starred in my favourite film of 2014, Obvious Child, and guest stars on one of my favourite shows, Kroll Show. I think every woman can relate to her dark, unfiltered approach to comedy (and to her delightful Twitter feed, @jennyslate).

DJ

Mia has razzmatazz seeping out of every pore, and she can curate your wardrobe or your playlist with a bat of her eyelashes. She’s the muse for my song ‘International Smile’.

Actress

Even her effortless airport style would take me four hours to replicate. I can’t wait to see her established as a household name in all things TV and film.

Artist and poet

Cleo is a poetic princess and an incredibly spirited artist (check out her work on Instagram @cleowade). I’m always encouraged by her perspective on life.

Petra Collins Artist

Her approach is youthful, nostalgic, soft and sweet. Plus, she makes great neon art. Follow her on Instagram @petrafcollins.