The Perfect Parka
Hello fellow Stylegazers! I hope that December is not too cruel to you wherever you are. So far, it has been kind here in New York. Also, just the past few months the weather was so kind that I was able to give myself as much time as I wanted to find a really nice jacket, before we get slapped with cold winds and heavy snowfall. Finding the perfect parka is not an easy task and it also doesn’t help that I happen to be very picky when it comes to choosing one. I’ve looked everywhere, but to no avail…
A Velvet Affair
I have always loved velvet; the luxurious look of it, the smooth feel of it and the way it can upgrade any outfit. Throughout the history, velvet has been associated with the nobility. Somewhere between 9th and 19th century AD, Cairo was the largest producer of velvet, which was then exported to Venice and further across Europe. Velvet was such a big deal that King Richard II of England, stated in his will that his body should be dressed in "velveto" in 1399.
Shades of Blue
Lately I've been living in the shades of blue, but I have decided to balance this look out with a black & white houndstooth sweater and black boots and a bag. I played with materials as well by mixing the velvet, denim and knits, just to add a little bit of fun to it.
The Overcoat
An overcoat is a long, usually double-breasted wool or cashmere coat that made its way into women’s fashion. Both in history and literature, the overcoat had a high value as it was worn to establish that an individual was a part of military or had a certain social status. Therefore, different variations of the coat appeared; the frock overcoat, the greatcoat, the paletot coat, the Chesterfield coat that became the most important overcoat of the next half-century, etc.
Pastel Fall Trend Featuring Cute Blush Pom Pom Beanie
Everyone's buzzing about this pastel fall trend we have happening right now. I'm in! There's nothing I love more than adding a little bit of softness and a pop of color to make the cold November days seem less harsh. Here, I've done it by building my outfit around this really cute blush pom pom beanie I got from Forever 21. When I was thinking about the overall look, I thought that the best thing to do would be sticking to pastels to create a more balanced look.
Pinafore Dress Trend x Zara
There’s nothing that brings out an inner child in me like a pinafore dress and I love that sense of nostalgia. So, I just had to hop on this pinafore dress trend bandwagon. My particular favorite this season has been this khaki green version from Zara. It has patches all over that add a little bit of character to it. There’s a particular one that says: “No coffee, no workee,” which also happens to be a rule I live by. This dress is edgy, a little bit of military and definitely punk. It’s so much fun to wear.
Gold Coast-Inspired Cute Preppy Outfit For Fall
Are you looking for a cute preppy outfit for fall? Look no further. Keep reading for some Gold Coast history and scrolling for some fashion inspo. I took advantage of this sunny Sunday to visit the Old Westbury Gardens. This breathtaking estate features an opulent Charles II-style mansion, beautifully landscaped gardens that stretch as far as the eye can see, a few ponds and a pool. It was built for John Shaffer Phipps’ fiancée Margarita to resemble her Battle Abbey house.
Balmain X H&M
So, I wasn't one of the lucky ones to actually make it into the store for Balmain and H&M madness, but I did manage to snatch these beautiful earrings. They're kinda heavy, but still such a statement piece that I just couldn't resist. And sometimes all you really need is a good fashion accessory to build your outfit around.
nnGirls’ Night Out Look: A Pop of Color and a Sparkly Sequin Skirt
Are you looking for a perfect "girls' night out look?" If you're running around and panicking about what you're going to wear for "Ladies' Night" which happens to be tonight or you're planning your outfit in advance - look no further! Why not try something bright and sparkly? (wink, wink) As we’re stepping deeper and deeper into November, the days are getting shorter and colder and you can feel that the sun will now rarely come out to play. The dark clouds are rolling in and the rain is a frequent, yet unwanted guest, while we’re trying not to let it get to us. And honestly, sometimes it’s really hard. Gloomy days equal gloomy minds, but it doesn’t have to be like that.
Black And Burgundy: Edgy Look
Leave it to me to literally sneak in anywhere to take photos, while trying not to look suspicious or come off as invasive. Therefore, I would like to thank all the locals for putting up with me. You're wonderful!