ELEVATED PAJAMAS

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Photographed by Rachel Lo

People say that beauty is pain, but for me, comfort is key. This outfit looks super trendy and detailed, but when you really break it down, I am just wearing a sweatshirt and some house slippers. I love when you can take a simple idea like pajamas or loungewear and elevate it to something that is stylish and sophisticated.

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Mint Green Clubmaster Sunnies: Dempsey & Gazelle

Distressed Khaki Sweatshirt Dress: Missguided

Handbag: Louis Vuitton

Slippers: Gucci

TREND ALERT: VELVET

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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

BLUE JEAN BABY

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Photographed by Uzunma Udeh

I have noticed lately that almost every outfit that I wear or shoot incorporates denim in one way or another. I don’t even think I do it consciously anymore. The way some people feel about wearing black is the way I feel about blue jeans – easy, comfortable, and always in style.

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 Denim Moto Jacket: One Teaspoon

Ruffle Bardot Dress: Missguided

Denim Hat: Calvin Klein

Creepers: Fenty x Puma