I made this skirt a few weeks ago and have been twirling through Boston in it ever since! I like that it’s reminiscent of a nineteenth century bustle but can be made contemporary with this leather wrap top. Top: SheIn, Skirt: Handmade by me, Shoes: SheIn, Necklace: Forever21
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Sheer Imagination
The lover of drama in me was immediately drawn to this sheer overlay .I love that it creates this illusion of a garment where there really isn’t one. I imagine this as the skeleton of a dress worn by Blanche from A Streetcar Named Desire. Except instead of the ruffled, morally modest gown, you see…Read More
Ruffled Feathers
In elementary school I went through a pirate phase sparked by the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. I wore a bandanna every day and had these cargo shorts with a breeches feel to them. It was not my finest sartorial choice. Nowadays when I channel my inner swashbuckler, it’s in a much more sophisticated manner….Read More
Straight A Student
Every year I re-watch Gossip Girl for fall fashion inspiration and for a few weeks it really shows in my style. If this isn’t a Blair Waldorf outfit I don’t know what is. I’ve been looking for a good black and white tie blouse for a while and the lace and bell sleeves on this…Read More
Couture Fashion Week Day Two
In day two of Couture Fashion Week we saw mostly evening wear. As I mentioned in my earlier post most of these are emerging designers that aren’t yet a part of the official NYFW events, so these looks aren’t necessarily indicative of the upcoming trends. Regardless, there were some pieces that caught my eye from…Read More
Let’s Get Glam
Next up in the Swimsuit Series we’re taking things from athletic to glamorous. Let’s be real, that’s my preferred aesthetic. I love this suit, the cut-outs are interesting but it’s still comfortable to lounge in. A pair of heels and a sheer coverup takes this look from poolside to runway in seconds flat. Just like the…Read More