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Outfit details:
- T-shirt - refashioned by me (see below)
- Black skinny jeans - Vero Moda
- Peeptoe heels - vintage from my Mother's yout
DIY Heart Cutout T-Shirt
Recreate the look with Hanna's DIY Heart Cutout T-Shirt tutorial:
How would you describe your style?
I think my style is constantly evolving, but I guess I do have some signature lines to my style, that haven't changed fo years and that probably never will. I like simple and classic pieces with a hint of retro and romantic to them. I love pretty dresses and cute cardigans, but I wear a lot of pants in my everyday outfits. Mostly simple skinny jeans paired with a cute top and a cardigan.
What's your favourite piece in your wardrobe?
My favorites change constantly. I keep finding new things I'd forgotten about in my closets and then all of a sudden I can't remember what I wore before that. I think this heart cutout t-shirt is actually one of my current favorites. I'm not a t-shirt kind of gal usually, but the heart shape makes it just cute and romantic enough for my style. It's perfect! And, I acquired my first pair of skinny jeans a couple of months ago (yes, my first pair) and they've come my favorite pair ever.
Who are your style icons?
That's a hard question. I don't think I have style icons per se, but I do admire people who have their distinct style and can carry themselves gracefully. I love when a woman know her worth and is confident in her style.
Do you have any favourite designers?
I wouldn't say I have any favorites, I like a lot of designers' work. I like Estonian young eco-conscious designers who make their collections from cast off materials. That's very inspiring.
Where are your favourite places to shop for new clothes clothes?
I rarely buy new clothes. Once a year I do the sin of going into H&M. I always feel guilty afterwards because of their production methods, but since I'm a student on a budget and I don't have time to make all my clothing myself, I have to get a few basics for cheap.
Do you make or customise your outfits?
Most of my clothing and shoes is thrifted and refashioned by me. I used to make a lot of my clothing from scratch, but I quickly became hoarding new fabric, which I didn't have time to turn into clothing. So I turned to thrifting and refashioning. I still make garments from scratch from time to time, but I mostly use materials I already have.
Do you have any great tips for mixing up and personalising an outfit?
I have a series on my blog called "Wardrobe reinvention", which has taught me a lot about mixing up my outfits. I think you should have fun with your clothing and be really creative about how you wear it. A skirt can be worn not only as a skirt and you can mix up a dull outfit by putting your sweater on backwards. Accessories are great for adding some personality to any outfit. It's all about trying new things and having a lot of fun.
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These macaroons look so delicious. Have you tried baking any macaroons yet?
Check out the recipe from Barbara Bakes »
Surely everyone needs a bowler hat with cat ears, right? Well let's all make one just incase!
Outfit details:
- Dress - Shareen Vintage
- Silver robe - Thrifted and Modern
- Shoes - Swedish Hasbeens in Silver
5 Min Wreath
Recreate the look with Justina's 5 Min Wreath tutorial:
How would you describe your style?
Globoh (global/bohemian)
What's your favourite piece in your wardrobe?
yikes. that's tough. Right now I'd say it's this dress by Free People.
Who are your style icons?
Frida Kahlo, Peggy Moffit
Do you have any favourite designers?
Right now I'd say Isabel Marant, Suno and Stella Jean.
Where are your favourite places to shop for new clothes clothes?
Free People, Plumo, Pretty Mommy, Etsy.
Do you make or customise your outfits?
Not usually but sometimes I will cut things up a bit or add belts and things where they don't always belong.
Do you have any great tips for mixing up and personalising an outfit?
I'm a big fan of mixing brights: I love to wear blue shoes, green pants, pink top, orange jacket--for example--so long as they are all solids, they'll never clash. I also love to mix prints, and layer layer layer. I like to think about the balance of my outfits as well--if I'm wearing something simple, I'll add a chunky necklace to add punch. If I'm wearing something crazy, I'll wear my hair pulled back in a bun to not distract from the outfit. I have been known to use scarves in all kinds of crazy ways too (as belts, head wraps, tops...) and I'm not afraid to wear more than one scarf at a time, either!
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We love these Easter bunny macarons. Did you do any baking for today?
Check out the recipe from raspberri cupcakes »
Need something geeky to wear out tonight? These killer heels will do the trick!
This is such a great idea for a cake. What would you fill yours with?
Check out the recipe from a subtle revelry »
They don't have Girl Scout cookies here in the UK but we really want to bake these!
Check out the recipe from leaves & flours »
Outfit details:
- Sweater - thrifted
- Skirt - thrifted & diy (see below)
- Scarf & tights - Old Navy
- Booties - Payless
- Socks - Steve Madden
- Earrings - c/o Sahara Jewelry, via etsy
- Rings - Forever21
- Nails - diy caviar manicure
DIY Fishtail Skirt
Recreate the look with Kym's DIY Fishtail Skirt tutorial:
How would you describe your style?
This question is always a toughie because I don't define my style by any one category. It's a rather eclectic mix that can be defined as relaxed, undone, and effortlessly chic, with a bit of whimsey thrown in for good measure.
What's your favourite piece in your wardrobe?
Right now I'm mildly obsessed with my light denim chambray button up shirt. It's so versatile that I can usually figure out a way to work it into just about any outfit. Suffice it to say that I probably wear it more times between washings than is hygienically acceptable. I might even give it an update soon by adding some metal studs & large rhinestones to the collar!
Who are your style icons?
I have a pretty major girl crush on Zooey Deschanel. Her style is impeccable, from her clothing to her hair to her makeup; even right down to her beautiful singing voice. I totally want to be her.
Do you have any favourite designers?
This is going to sound crazy coming from a style blogger, but I actually don't pay much attention to designers (#shameful). I'm just not down with $8,000 dresses; it all seems a bit excessive to me.
Where are your favourite places to shop for new clothes clothes?
Francesca's Collections and Anthropologie always seem to have shops filled with irresistible dresses, and I love to look for trendy pieces at Forever21. When I want to feel really cool, I shop at Urban Outfitters. Also on the favorite list: Target, Old Navy, & Gap for affordable wardrobe staples, with the occasional fun piece thrown in - all at great prices.
Do you make or customise your outfits?
I've tried my hand at sewing, but after a rocky 10 year relationship with my sewing machine, I have finally accepted that I'll have to leave the creation of clothing to the pros. Instead, I customize my outfits by adding pieces that reflect my personality, be it a scarf I knitted myself, a pair of handmade earrings, or even on the laziest of days - a simple swipe of bright lipstick.
Do you have any great tips for mixing up and personalising an outfit?
My best piece of advice is to incorporate a little something unexpected into your outfits. Maybe your sweater has elbow patches; maybe you throw a cargo vest over a dainty lace dress to toughen it up a bit; maybe you mix flannel with sequins; or maybe you wear some patterned tights underneath your shorts...you get the idea. Try to do something slightly outside of the norm. To really personalize your outfit, add little bits of you into it. Do you love vintage? Add a cluster of vintage brooches to your jacket or sweater. Do you love bright colors? Throw on some purple tights or add a bold, yellow handbag to an otherwise neutral outfit. Any little detail that would cause someone to go, "hmm, that's interesting," is basically the goal.