If skirts could speak

Saturday, October 26

If skirts could speak

One fashion item, so many stories. Have you ever realized how many incredible things you have experienced wearing this or that? Better yet, think of that precious piece you're always happy to wear and live the best days in. Your favorite moments can be relived over and over again when that connection with what you wore is made and remembered for years to come both in pictures and good memories.
Well, the six skirts we present tell a story by themselves and are unique enough to become that wardrobe favorite of yours to live all that and more: have a blast, go get the job you want or just fall in love.

Discover more skirt outfits and finds here.

White Kal Printed Twill Mini Skirt by Mary Katrantzou; Mini Split Lucille Skirt by All Saints; Gradient Grid Knit A-Line Skirt by Ohne Titel; Empire Printed Stretch-Denim Pencil Skirt by Tibi; Printed Stretch Cotton Pencil Skirt by DKNY; Pleated Skirt New Vintage Ivory/Black by Lauren by Ralph Lauren.

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With boldness through chaos

Wednesday, August 10

With boldness through chaos

Some trends seem artificial, irrelevant or a comeback that feels forced. Real design trends originate from a shared sentiment, outlook, lifestyle or response to an existing situation. In order to become a natural trend instead of only a commercial strategy, these feelings need to be a reality for many. 

The selection below represents a common expression. Whether its style is shared by ethnic, artsy, folksy or geometric trends, the strong palette, character and repetition in these pieces create statements that are hard to pass by. Supported by symmetry or the deliberate lack of it, these outfit tellers represent an attitude. The reason for its boldness and patterns?
To compensate for uncertainty in an ever-changing world.

From left to right: Multi colored geometric silk dress by Diane von Furstenberg; Golden aztec inspired necklace by Pamela Love for Topshop; Silk print cardigan by Saloni; Lasercut oxford by Cooperative, Urban Outfitters; Ethnic geometric print scarf by Kookai; Aztec dazzle dress by All Saints; Vintage geometric gilt bracelet by Yves Saint Laurent; Wooden geometric earrings by Uncommonly Beautiful, Hannah Zakari; Laser cub ankle wrap sandal by Deena & Ozzy, Urban Outfitters; Wooden geometric necklace II by Uncommonly Beautiful, Hannah Zakari; Geometric patterened t-shirt by Balenciaga.

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A Transitional Season Outfit Dissection

Sunday, March 8

A Transitional Season Outfit Dissection

Finally: spring is almost here. The first rays of sunlight are starting to be seen and become our rays of hope amidst turbulent times. Creating an outfit that works well right in between winter and spring is not easy. Our inspiration for this outfit dissection comes from three key pieces: a great Plaid Blouse by Matalan, the beautiful Sara Flap Over Bag by Nica and See by Chloé's go-gaga-for Cut-Out Panel Wallet to go inside it. With just these pieces, our outfit is pretty bare, but is just enough to built a great one around them.

Not quite warm yet for an airy outfit? Choose an ever-convenient Pip Cropped Tuxedo Jacket by Twenty8Twelve to keep you warm, add a great pair of Skinny Jeans by All Saints and Topshop's to-die-for Cut-Out Shoes with contrasting ankle socks. For accessories, a Turquoise Rose Necklace by Forever 21 and Giles & Brother's wonderful Spiked Brass Oxide Bangle are enough.

When sunshine finally comes, make a few adjustments to your outfit core by adding: Diesel's fresh Cotton Blazer, a beautiful pair of cropped Silk Trousers by Stella McCartney and the comfy-yet-stylish Mock-Croc Sandals by F-Troupe. Grab Dorothy Perkins' Graduated Wood Bead Necklace and Banana Republic's Square Bracelets and you are ready to go out in the sun.

It's all about making key pieces work with any season or weather and renewing your look by mixing and matching pieces you already have with seasonal ones.

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A Lover's Day Inspired Outfit Dissection

Sunday, February 8

A Lover's Day Inspired Outfit Dissection

For good or bad, Valentine's day is just around the corner. Whether it means the world to you or it's simply another winter's day in your life, it's hard not to be part of the sugary time. In fashion, there's always something for every mood and personality, so there's hope for both types. The outfit core is made up of three balanced pieces: 3.1 Phillip Lim's Ruffled Leather Jacket (feminine with a rocker's edge); All Saints' Deadblooms Tee (Victorian-style modernity); 3.1 Phillip Lim's Peg Pants (easy-to-wear trendy).

Depending on your current lover's day outlook you can either make the outfit cool with a touch of brown sugar by adding: Marc by Marc Jacobs' Leather Slouchy Tote and Boden's Jewelled Pumps, or chocolate-covered and hard-core romantic with the help of: Miss Selfridge's Frilly Shoulder Bag and Kurt Geiger's Ribbon-tie Heels.

It's all about slightly adjusting the outfit core by making simple choices...much like choosing between bittersweet and white chocolate.

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