SSS: Sweater as Scarf Styling

28 Tuesday Feb 2017

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Sweaters draped over the shoulders and

tied around the neck with a single knot or sleeve loop-

has long been a statement styling feature,

particularly signature of preppy/collegiate fashion.

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(images images from Gentlemen’s Gazette and IRSC Culinary Institute)

This look of sweater as scarf has evolved,

with styling options of varying twits and turns.

It is an all encompassing fashion feature

for all seasons

for all genders

for all ages.

Incorporate SSS (sweater as scarf styling)

as a staple accessory item and fashion nod:

sleeves wrapped in multiple layers around the neck; tied diagonally crossbody

or attempt to channel something unique to a personal style.

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(Images from before sunrise, whowhatwear, runway looks from vogue)

I spy with a fashion eye: Fall trends 2016

20 Tuesday Sep 2016

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As the rhythm of summer time ebbs

and the tempo of the autumn season increases

it’s time to assess runway and streetstyle looks for

Fall wear inspiration.

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Chillier Clime Cometh

a few fashion fun Fall looks

A/W ’16

Consider:

Suiting options:

velvet fabrication in jewel tones

from Costume National

garnet red, slouch fit

(image from vogue.com)

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emerald green, cinched at waist

(image from whowhatwear)

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“Power Puff Girl”

puffer outwear and quilted pieces

from Balenciaga

crayola red puffer jacket worn off-shoulder

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from Stela McCartney

quilted short trousers

puffer coat

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from Balenciaga

oversized, quilted scarf

(images from vogue.com)

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from Asos

teal-blue, long-length bomber

(image from asos.com)

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quilted cape-collar with zipper detail

(image from vogue uk)

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On your toes

ballet-wear inspired

from Zara

cropped, cross band jumper

tulle skirt

ballet shoes

(image from Zara)

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from Valentino

ballet slipper shoes: nude, leather

(image from brownsfashion.com)

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sheer dress with delicate layering

(photo by Phil Oh)

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from Miu Miu

On the move: ballet flats with double buckles and constrasting straps

(image from popsugar.com)

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Embroidered jeans

colourful patches

from Zara

(image from Zara)

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wide leg, ’60s vibe

(photo by Phil Oh)

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Athleisure wear

colour block athletics zip front top

(photo by Phil Oh)

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from Cedric Charlier

track trousers inspired with inner seam striping

(image from vogue.com)

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It’s a cinch!

waist defining corset pieces

from A Détacher

belt buckled

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from Prada

embellished with silver roses / spikes and small purse

(images from vogue.com)

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jacket with corset design detail

(image from whowhatwear)

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Slip dress layering

transition wear from summer to fall

from Valentino

layered with roll neck top

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teamed with t-shirt and jeans

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under an overcoat

(images from whowhatwear)

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At attention

softer stance on military vibe

from Sacai

jacket: sheer fabrication, epauletts, straps

(image from vogue.com)

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Eye-catching legwear

fish net tights / ankle socks

from Max Mara

under knitted shorts

(from vogue.com)

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from Magda Butrym

under a patterned skirt

(image from magdabutrym.com)

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as sock fashion

(image from whowhatwear)

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Attached at the waist

hands-free carrier accessories

from Off White

metallic gold belt bag

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from Vetements

a ring thing

coat carrier attached to belt

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It’s all about me! and the fashion term is ‘meta – dressing’

13 Friday May 2016

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Meta – dressing

It’s all about me

Kardashian clan

wearing tee-shirts with image of their mother

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Kylie Jenner wears a bandana of self-reference: ‘King Kylie’

(images from dailymail.uk)

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Kanye West wearing

what else?

Kanye West

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Paris Hilton in selfie fashion

(images from wetpaint.com)

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Fashion-speak: and the word is ‘maximalist’

30 Wednesday Mar 2016

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Fashion-speak is a living language,

ever evolving to better describe

dress images presented

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And the term is

maximalist

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max ‘ i ‘ ma ‘ list

(adj. / n. depending on context)

1 Referenced from the book:

Brooklyn Street Style: The No-Rules Guide to Fashion

by Anya Sacharow & Shawn Dahl, photographs by Sioux Nesi-

2 To describe the wearing of multiple pieces of a single jewellery type-

(rings, necklaces, bracelets)

of varying materials / designs with a style directive of

‘more is more and then some’ !

3 An emphasis on accessorising as key component of creating

a unique/personal fashion statement

4 For ladies and gents, an added element of interest to an over-all look

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Layering/stacking multiple pieces of jewellery is a style trend that ‘keeps giving’;

make it your own for spring / summer 2016.

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Accessorise Me!

Maximalist Aesthetics

Multiple rings

(image from fashiondivadesign)

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(image from inonit.in)

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(image from bovarjewelry.com)

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(image from capitalfm.co.ke)

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Stacked bracelets

(image from laurenmessiah)

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(image from weheartit)

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(photo by Sandra Semburg)

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Layered necklaces

(image from fashionfix)

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(image from freepeople)

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Fashion-speak: and the word is ‘hero-piece’

17 Thursday Mar 2016

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Fashion-speak is a living language,

ever evolving to better describe

dress images presented

…

And the word is

hero – piece

hero – piece (n)

1 refers to the stand-out item of an outfit

2 regarding a total ensemble, the signature element showcased

3 the spotlight factor, which defines the style statement / style intent

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You are my ‘hero’- piece

All eyes on

the leather jacket

colour block / varied finish

sleeves with writst – to – elbow zipper detail

belt with buckle at waist

(photo from before sunrise)

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All eyes on

the hat

“stingy” brim fabric fedora

hemp-brown hue with wide band in dusty pink

(photo from men in this town)

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Accessorise me for 2016! the impact of finishing touches, Part 2

16 Wednesday Mar 2016

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Accessories are often the minor,

yet well-curated details

which can add major impact in creating the

unique look of an “higher-concept outfit”.

…

Incorporate signature accessory-wear and accessory-style

into your 2016 dress directive.

Be inventive

Be original

Have fashion fun with it: accessorise to-

express yourself and whatever you do

do it good!

…

Accessory to-do’s / how-to’s

from on runway and off runway fashion

part 2

‘Watch it!

chunky, silver links

(image from whowhatwear.com)

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wrist-watch worn over-sleeve at-wrist

from Ralph Lauren, a ’16

(image from vogue uk)

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Pin-interest

quirky, bright red, hand/finger design brooch

(photo by before sunrise)

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From finger tips to armpit

elongated gloves

from Hermes, a ’16

(image from vogue uk)

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Text flex

texting gloves with touchscreen sensitive fingers

from Urban outfitters

(from urbanoutfitters.com)

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In the bag!

belt bag

from Celine, a ’16

(image from vogue uk)

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rainbow tassel bag

from Chloe

(image from elle uk)

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big colour, big fringe detail

(image from whowhatwear)

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large faux fur clutch

from Christian Wijnants

(image from vogue uk)

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gold medallion hand-held

dimensional, facial details

(photo by Soren Jepsen)

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Brolly hut

room for two

clear, bubble umbrella

(photo from imaxtree)

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Rings

when more is more and less is less

one on every finger

(photo by the urbanspotter)

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one large statement-maker

(image from elle uk)

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Fancy footwear

sparkly silver ankle boots with lemon yellow heels

(the flora / fauna applique, chain strap bag is definitley worth a mention!)

(photo from imaxtree)

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Sunny delight

OTT, baroque-inspired, ornate gold sunnies

from Dolce & Gabbana, s/s ’16

(image from vogue uk)

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Sock fashion

large hole pattern fishnet socks

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delicate, top turn-over anklets with lace trim

paired with utility-styled lace up ankle boots

(photos by Soren Jepsen)

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An OOTD (outfit of the day) shoutout: big impact details

12 Saturday Mar 2016

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, CWS, denim, denim-wear, Favlook - Lookfav, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, OOTD (outfit of the day), shoes... glorious shoes, street style sass, street wear sass, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration, women's fashion

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This Favlook – Lookfav ensemble beguiles-

understated yet with maximum style credentials

worthy of an OOTD mention.

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Clothing

asymmetric / unfinished hem, stone-wash jeans from Vetements

CWS (crisp white shirt) with exaggerated cuffs

caramel-bown, suede trench coat

Accessories

snake-skin pattern ankle boot from Loewe

medium-size black shoulder bag

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The full effect

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A close up view

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(images from elle uk)

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Accessorise me for 2016! the impact of finishing touches, Part 1

11 Friday Mar 2016

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, Accessorise Me!, avant garde, express yourself, fashion = clothes, fashion fun, free to be me, inspiration, personal style, runway presentation, signature look, signature piece, style = innovation, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration

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Accessories are often the minor,

yet well-curated details

which can add major impact in creating the

unique look of an “higher-concept outfit”.

…

Incorporate signature accessory-wear and accessory-style

into your 2016 dress directive.

Be inventive

Be original

Have fashion fun with it: accessorise to-

express yourself and whatever you do

do it good!

…

Accessory to-do’s / how-to’s

from on runway and off runway fashion

Neck adornments re-defined

from Alexander Wang, a ’16

belt it

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Neckwear novelty

cinched in waist with corset belting

from Prada, a ’16

(a) metal made: neck piece of vintage keys and focal point rose

at waist: corsetted in fabric and leather

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(b) metal made: clasped book neck piece adorned with celestial pieces

at waist: loose corsetting

(images from vogue uk)

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leather choker with rings and things

a bit of an S & M attitude

(photo by the urbanspotter)

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scarf of colourful prints

simply tied / knotted

(photo from before sunrise)

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Eyewear straps

from Balenciaga, a ’16

chunky chain in primary colour green

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Worn on top

Head gear

from Moschino, a ’16

ogle the goggles

(images from vogue uk)

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head band

and a lot more going on

large faux fur stole / fringe detail bag

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a princess: every-wear / every-day

crowned with a tiara

(photos by Soren Jepsen)

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knit top / high top

(image from whowhatwear)

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Bandana – a – rama

bandana scarfs

the long and short of it

(under coat and tied to handbag)

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Anklets angles

the sock reign continues

(photos by Soren Jepson)

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Faux fur perspectives

one-shoulder stoles

(a) from MSGM, a ’16

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(b) from Gabriele Colangelo, a ’16

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oversized, faux fur clutch

from Christian Wijnants, a ’16

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long length fuzzy wuzzy belt

from Michael Kors

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‘Hand it over’

(a) gloves to under arm

from Hermes, a ’16

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(b) one arm gauntlet

from Jacquemus, a ’16

(images from vogue uk)

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Hats off! : headwear by Swedish design label, Horisaki Design & Handel

09 Wednesday Mar 2016

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With a celebrity following which include such names as

the oft flamboyantly attired songtress, Lady Gaga

and style conscious actor, Don Johnson-

hats by Horisaki Design & Handel

are for those who seek to achieve the look of a “high-concept outfit”.

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The creative talent behind the Horisaki Design & Handel label

is husband and wife duo: Karin and Makoto Horisaki

who produce their singular and innovative headwear

in the rustic lands of southern Sweden.

Theirs is cool-vibe melding of design perspectives

true to Scandinavian and Japanense influences:

uncomplicated, minimal, modern, accessible.

The hats from Horisaki Design & Handel collections include

a variety of types, textures, shapes:

bowlers, fedoras, caps, bucket and more.

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All with an unique, innovative twist.

All handcrafted from natural materials.

All inspired by elements of the rugged Swedish countryside.

All with an awesome agender attitude.

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Heads up!

Hats by

Horisaki Design & Handel

(image from horisaki.com)

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brown, distressed, top hat

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grey felt fedora

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country rolled-up edge

(images from lyst.com)

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(image from ink361.com)

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floppy top

(images from lyst.com)

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wide rim straw

(image from shopaccessoriesde.com)

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high-boy bowler

black with contrasting white wide-widith band

(image from lyst.com)

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(image from 24thofaugustosakajapan.com)

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black, wide brimmed

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bucket hat

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tan cowboy

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(image from horisaki.com)

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crumpled cap

(image from usmenaccessories.com)

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Fashion-speak: and the term is ‘higher-concept outfit’

08 Tuesday Mar 2016

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Fashion-speak is a living language,

ever evolving to better describe

dress images presented

…

And the term is

higher-concept outfit

higher-concept outfit

1. referenced from WhoWhatWear, an on-line fashion, style beauty magazine

2. used to describe an innovative dress ensemble with stunning details / features

3. an outfit of elevated fashion style status

4. an interesting juxtaposition of pieces, which ordinarily are not worn together

5. thinking ‘out of the box’ in terms of fashion / styling choices

6. creating an expensive look from relatively inexpensive garments

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Higher-concept Outfit (HCO)

Easy layering to perfect

HCO outfits from style master, Nick Wooster

(image from fashionbeans.com)

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Casual look elevated

CWS (crisp white shirt) details: oversized cuffs /collar

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Mixed fabrication

faux fur, denim, cotton

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Clean / simple silhouette

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Colour commit

AiB (all in black)

(photos from the urbanspotter)

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Category Archives: style ideas?

SSS: Sweater as Scarf Styling

I spy with a fashion eye: Fall trends 2016

Chillier Clime Cometh

It’s all about me! and the fashion term is ‘meta – dressing’

Meta – dressing

Fashion-speak: and the word is ‘maximalist’

Maximalist Aesthetics

Fashion-speak: and the word is ‘hero-piece’

You are my ‘hero’- piece

Accessorise me for 2016! the impact of finishing touches, Part 2

Accessory to-do’s / how-to’s

from on runway and off runway fashion

part 2

An OOTD (outfit of the day) shoutout: big impact details

Accessorise me for 2016! the impact of finishing touches, Part 1

Accessory to-do’s / how-to’s

from on runway and off runway fashion

Hats off! : headwear by Swedish design label, Horisaki Design & Handel

Horisaki Design & Handel

Fashion-speak: and the term is ‘higher-concept outfit’

Higher-concept Outfit (HCO)

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