All Black Everything

The weather has finally been warming up here in Ohio (it's now a whole 40 degrees!). So I was able to take a few picture yesterday.  It was warm enough to wear just shorts and tights and a leather jacket so I took advantage. This whole look was created at Forever 21 and H&M.

Leather Jacket: H&M
Wolf Shirt: Forever 21

Shorts: Forever21

Boots: Forever21

New York Fashion Week Highlights [part 2]

Raoul

Raoul, a Singapore based line designed by husband and wife, made its national debut at New York Fashion Week in 2010  

The Style: Large geometric patterns with 60s inspired tailoring

The Models: Simple hair and makeup

What Stands Out: Monochrome outfits, midi skirts, and bold patterns

Jill Stuart

Jill Stuart is a self run and self titled fashion line that started in 1993 that took off when featured in the movie "Clue." She is known for her feminine pieces and attention to detail.

The Style: Tailored feminine pieces in neutral colors with bold designs and patterns

The Models: Relaxed hair and minimal makeup

What Stands Out: Highly detailed delicate fabrics with patterned tights and hints of sparkle. Her designs are bold with out being too flashy.

1993 with accessories and innovations such as the fashion backpack, cocktail mini dresses and plaid kilt skirts. - See more at: http://www.mbfashionweek.com/designers/jill_stuart#sthash.oVkHDaqb.dpuf

1993 with accessories and innovations such as the fashion backpack, cocktail mini dresses and plaid kilt skirts. - See more at: http://www.mbfashionweek.com/designers/jill_stuart#sthash.oVkHDaqb.dpuf

Mark and Estel

Mark and Estel's line is known for its rocker-chic designs and comfortable silhouettes. All of their designs are also handmade in the U.S.

The Style: Flowing elegant gothic designs

The Models: Slicked back hair with dark eyes and plum lipstick

What Stands Out: Unique silhouettes, bold designs, and platform leather boots

New York Fashion Week Highlights F/W 2014 [part 1]

The weather here in Ohio has been pretty extreme lately. I can't even remember the last time the temperature was above freezing! So it's been pretty much impossible to get any outfit pictures taken. I keep wearing cute outfits in hopes of some tamer weather! But lately, I really don't want to be outside longer than necessary.

So I've been spending my extra free time keeping up with New York Fashion Week. So here are some of my highlights thus far, and I'll continue to post more throughout the week.

Charlotte Ronson 

She captured the modern, stylish New York City girl in such a badass and feminine way. 

 

The Style: Edgy pieces mixed with feminine classics 
The Models: Fresh, rosy lipstick and blush with minimal eye makeup
What Stands Out: Midi skirts and black socks paired with black heels

Emerson by Jackie Fraser-Swan

This fairly new designer put out dark high fashion ready-to-wear pieces with lavender accents throughout the collection. 

The Style: Mixed dark fabrics and patterns make this collection interesting and edgy 

The Models: Heavy eye makeup with lavender hair accents 

What Stands Out: The unique way pieces from sheer button up blouses were incorporated into her designs. And all those fabulous combat boots!

Hache

This unusual collection consists of unexpectedly paired pieces that create a 60s mod inspired look with a grunge edge

The Style: Neutrals paired with bold eclectic pieces

The Models: Undone in the perfect way with dark eye makeup and tousled hair

What Stands Out: Tailored pieces, plaid, faux furs, and striped socks

Color Blocking

I'm always looking for new and interesting places to take outfit photos and I thought this old building near my school would be a perfect opportunity to show off my new color blocked coat from SheInside. To keep the coat as the statement piece I paired it with black neutral pieces. 

Coat: SheInside

Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell

Plaid Monster

So glad the weather has gotten better so I can start taking outfit pictures outside again.  During that time I was able to do some after Christmas shopping and I picked up this sweatshirt and plaid pants at Forever 21. I also just started my next semester this week so this will give me a lot of opportunities and locations to take more outfit photos.

"Monster" Shirt: Forever 21

Plaid Pants: Forever 21

Leather Jacket: H&M

Boots: Doc Martens 

UNIF Trench Boots

Couldn't wait to wear these UNIF high trench boots after I received them for Christmas. I love that they make me taller without being heels. They're definitely eye catchers! Here I paired them with one of my favorite pairs of leggings that I found at a local beauty surplus store for only $14. They feature the names of fashion capitals around the world. 

 

Shoes: Trench High Boot by UNIF

Leggings:  Beauty Mart (local beauty supply store)

Shirt: Thrifted

Leather and Lace

I love this oversized sweater I found recently at my local thrift store. It's really versatile and can be dressed up or down. I really enjoy the contrast created here by pairing it with edgy leather pieces. 

Thrifting tips to achieve this look: Make sure to check ALL sections when thrifting. Oversized sweaters and shirts can be paired with tights and worn as dresses. 

Oversized Sweater (worn as dress): Thrifted

Leather Jacket: H&M

Boots: Forever 21

Beanie: Target

It's a Plaid Plaid Plaid Plaid World

Big Trend for Fall: Plaid. I usually wear this plaid skirt in an "edgier" way but today I challenged myself to make it more girly. So I inspired this outfit by the classic school girl look by pairing it with a white blouse that I got thrifting and a blazer from H&M. (Unfortunately it was way too cold to take pictures in just the blazer.) To make the look more personalized, I added a red necklace and earrings and a leather jacket. 

Jacket: H&M

Blazer: H&M

Blouse: Thrifted

Plaid Skirt: Hot Topic

Shoes: Thrifted

 

London Dungeon

A classic look: skinny jeans and a leather jacket. Change it up by adding patterned pants, like these striped ones from UrbanOG. I love these because I have a slight [huge] obsession with Beetlejuice. I paired this "London" t-shirt with it to balance the white and the black and complete the look.

 

Shirt: H&M

Pants: UrbanOG

Leather Jacket: H&M

Ankle Boots: Thrifted

Belt: Thrifted