Peaches Geldof 'mistaken for transvestite'

Peaches Geldof has admitted that her eccentric fashion tastes have led to her being mistaken for a transvestite.

The socialite, who is currently living in New York, was recently trying out an eye-catching new look for her column in Nylon, taking to the streets sporting some Boy George-inspired make-up that she claimed left passers-by baffled.

She wrote in the magazine: "In keeping with the beauty theme of this issue, I thought it would be fun to try out other people’s make-up looks to see the reactions I get. Culture Club frontman Boy George is an obvious first choice for me.

"I apply several layers of thick, stick-applicator foundation until it looks like my whole face has been airbrushed out. I follow with streaks of magenta blush and an insane amount of blue, green and silver eye shadow.

"On the subway, a man recoils in shock, mouthing the words, 'Oh my God', to his equally disturbed girlfriend. Above ground, I elicit calls of 'tranny' and even 'alien'."