Photographed by Myrtle Potter
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Yellow Aviator Sunnies: Sonix (similar)
Sweater Dress: ASOS or Monki (similar)
Black Velvet Wide Belt: River Island
White Heels: Zara
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ALL TORN UP
Photographed by Uzunma Udeh
I really love distressed clothing. I know some people are put off by clothing with tears, rips, fades, and frays, but to me, these small imperfections add dimension and character. I do not think there is anything wrong with certain outfits looking a little worn and scruffy every once in a while.
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Sunglasses: Spitfire
Distressed Tee with Eagle Patch: The Ragged Priest via ASOS
Ripped Black Jeans: Zara
Lucite Heels: Fabulicious
TREND ALERT: VELVET
Photo Credit: Zara.com
I know what you’re thinking. “Who in her right mind wears velvet in the summer?”. Well, I am about to challenge you to do just that. I’m not encouraging you to step out in the sweltering heat in a head-to-toe velvet suit. I am, however, saying that a velvet accent here and there could be a nice refresher to your summer wardrobe. On top of that, I can almost guarantee you that no one else will be experimenting with this velvet trend just yet, so you will definitely be ahead of the pack. Here is a list of my favorite velvet pieces that you can purchase right now!
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Nude Velvet Dress: Zara (also available in yellow)
Monarch Victoriana Velvet Choker: Fallon Jewelry
Silence + Noise Crushed Velvet Crop Top: Urban Outfitters
Velvet Platform Sandals: Jil Sander
Velvet Tank Dress: American Apparel
Club L Velvet Midi Dress: ASOS
1970s Velvet Vintage Tank: Free People
Black Velvet Bodysuit: Zara (also available in pink)
Vintage Velvet Kimono: ASOS
Black Velvet Bomber Jacket: Missguided (also available in pink)
Pink Velvet Top: Zara (also available in mink)
Velvet Twist Scarf: American Apparel
Black Velvet Backpack: ASOS
Velvet Halter Jumpsuit: Forever 21
Monogram Quilted Velvet Shoulder Bag: Saint Laurent
Velvet Mini Dress: Missguided
Crushed Velvet High Apex Bralet: ASOS
Velvet Ankle Boots: Gianvito Rossi
THROWBACK THURSDAY: BANANA LEAF
Photographed by Lindsay Weaver
These photos were taken back in June of 2014. It is really fun for me to look back at pictures to see how my look has grown and how my personal style has evolved over the years. I used to be very into loud prints and bright colors, which I think worked for me at the time. Now, though I still love prints and incorporating color into my looks, I do so in a much more subtle and sophisticated way. It is very clear, though, that my love of gold jewelry, oversized sunglasses and cool handbags has only strengthened over time. I know I will be wearing big, gold hoops into old age! The banana leaf print dress was from ASOS and the pink handbag was from Kate Spade.