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Get The Bridgerton Look

January 19, 2021

All images via Netflix

It may have been almost a month since the first season of Bridgerton dropped on Netflix, but I am still spending way too much time thinking about this fun and sultry Regency series. The Dukes are hot, the clothes are eye-catching, and the idea of spending months just flittering around from one ball to the next in search of handsome suitors and juicy gossip sounds more delightful than ever in this era of social isolation.

It should come as no surprise that I enjoyed the fashion of this series for its playful modern take on Regency styles. Between this and EMMA. 2020 was quite the year for Regency fashion, and between the two I have found my interest in interpreting these styles for the modern age growing. Sure, I may not flock to wear a bonnet and opera gloves to promenade around The Grove, but I have noticed my eye focusing on dainty midi dresses in pastel hues, corset-style tops, and delicate pearl and feather details. So if you are like me and loving the Bridgerton style, here are some ways to bring the fashion inspirations into the 21st century:

Look For Empire and Babydoll Midi Dresses


The traditional garb of the Regency debutant was a classically-inspired empire dress, fitted at the torso and ballooning out below. Our modern take on this would probably be the babydoll dress, what with its exaggerated high waistline. If you're looking to dress like a modern-day Daphne Bridgerton, I'd suggest typing in "empire midi dress" or "babydoll midi dress" for modern equivalents. In case you need some inspiration, I've rounded up a few options for you:

Opt For Jacquard, Toile & Lace


These decadent fabrics are staples of the 18th and 19th century and will make any ensemble look glamorous and regal. To keep with the Bridgerton aesthetic, stick with fabrics in light hues and pastels for that candy-colored vibe.

Add A Corset (Or Stay)


Technically stays were the more popular form of upper undergarment during the Regency period, since the billowing dresses didn't require a snatched waist, but corsets are having a big moment right now anyway so you might as well lean into it. I think they look super fun when paired with relax-fit jeans, but throw on a corset over your sweet midi dress for an exciting twist on Regency style.

Ruffle Some Feathers


The ladies aren't the only ones having fun with fashion in Bridgerton. I love the menswear of the Regency era, from the stylish tailcoats to their ruffled collars. Channel their energy with a high-necked ruffle of your own.
 

Adorn With Embellishments


An outfit isn't complete without plenty of sequins, feathers, pearls and jewels. Rock a feathered headband or pretty pearl necklace to complete your Bridgerton-inspired ensemble.

What do you think of Bridgerton's fashions?

Shiv Roy Is The Fall Style Mood

September 28, 2019

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Your fall style icon is here.


If you are a fan of good television, you're probably watching Succession. If you aren't, well, log into your friend's HBO GO and correct that oversight, girl! I'm not alone in saying that Succession is one of the best things on television right now. It may market itself as a Shakespearian tragedy about a family-run media empire—and at times, it is gut-wrenchingly devastating—but it's also a dark comedy about a bunch of ill equipped, out-of-touch rich kids stepping all over one another to win the unattainable affection of their father. 

The characters may be total monsters (if you're caught up, just the mere mention of "Boar on the Floor" will make you shudder) and even the (more) sympathetic characters like Shiv and Greg have the capacity for sinister behavior, but it's fun to laugh at their incompetence. 

But even if you haven't caught up on the HBO show yet, we can all appreciate the style icon that is Siobhan Roy. The only daughter of Murdoch-esque media mogul Logan Roy, Shiv is fierce and independent. She's got a clear opinion on the world and a distinct point of view that sets her apart from her brothers, and she means business. 

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Even though the Roy Media Empire is relatively "new money" in the grand scheme of things, Shiv carries herself with the unassuming chicness of a well-pedigreed woman. Her color palette is neutral and muted, with the occasional jewel tone slipping through, focusing instead on luxurious materials like cashmere and silk.

Since the second season of Succession started airing a month or two ago, I've found myself admiring Shiv's style each week. With her penchant for plaid wide leg pants, fitted turtlenecks, and cozy fair isle knits, Shiv is essentially a walking Pinterest board for autumnal style. So today, I'm breaking down the MVPs of Siobhan's wardrobe so you can get her look this season!

Turtlenecks For Days



Wide Leg Pants


Silk Blouses


Elegant Dresses


Fair Isle Knits



Style Crush | Bella Hadid

July 11, 2016


Style runs in the family.


Gigi may be the one you're more familiar with, but younger sis Bella Hadid is making a name for herself with some very cool street style. She also just walked in a bunch of couture shows, including Chanel, Christian Dior, and Fendi, so clearly Gigi isn't the only Hadid with the modelling bug!

Bella's personal style is very trendy-cool and easy for others to replicate. She's a big fan of skin-hugging bodysuits, bomber jackets, and denim in all shapes and forms. Give her a piece with a 90s vibe and a sexy-yet-laidback feel, and she'll be happy! Plus, she knows how to rock her natural pout and a power ponytail like no other. Chic indeed!

See some of my favorite looks of Bella's, and then how to get the look for yourself!

Bella's Best Looks:

Get the Bella Hadid Look:


What do you think of Bella Hadid's style?

Get the Look | Courtney Trop

October 28, 2015

Courtney Trop of Always Judging is wearing Veda jacket, AG x Alexa Chung T-shirt, Objects Without Meaning flare jeans, and Maison Margiela sandals  

How a California cool girl styles fall's hottest coat


Courtney Trop of the blog Always Judging is one of my favorite sources of fashion inspiration. She's the epitome of cool, relaxed dressing, but always adds fun and unexpected touches to her looks. Take this take on the long suede coat, for example: the rich green hue is a fresh take on suede, and I love how she pairs it with a classic T-shirt and jeans combo. Throw in a pair of edgy snakeskin sandals, and you've got yourself a perfect fall outfit. 

Living somewhere a bit colder than forever-70° southern California? Switch out the sandals for pointed chelsea boots, swap the T-shirt for a turtleneck sweater, and top off with a wide-brim hat.

Get the Look:


What do you think about Courtney Trop's outfit?

How to Style a Bandana

August 11, 2015

Image via Sea of Shoes
You've probably noticed a recent resurgence in the bandana as the accessory du jour. Everyone seems to have paisley print tied around their neck, wrapped up in their hair, or even printed on their clothes. Even I broke down and bought a $5 red bandana from Urban Outfitters. The great thing is, a bandana is no big investment (seriously, five dollars is the same as one fancy Starbucks coffee) but there are endless ways of styling it.

So, if you've got a bandana and don't know quite what to do with it, here's some outfit inspiration just for you!

Blair Eadie of Atlantic-Pacific
Pernille Teisbaek of Look de Pernille
Leandra Medine of the Man Repeller
Jane Aldridge of Sea of Shoes
Julie Sarinana of Sincerely Jules
Via Style du Monde
Via Style du Monde
Vanessa Hong of The Haute Pursuit 
Sonia Evers of The Not Vanilla
Danielle Bernstein of WeWoreWhat

Shop Bandanas:

How do you style your scarves and bandanas?

Get The Look: Camille Over the Rainbow

August 6, 2015

Camille Charriere of Camille Over the Rainbow is wearing a MiH T-shirt,
Acne skirt, Totême sandals and scarf, and Céline sunglasses
A T-shirt by itself is a beautiful blank canvas, ready to be transformed into literally anything with the help of some well-placed coordinating pieces. Add a pair of light-wash jeans and you have yourself a quintessential Americana outfit. Mix with a fancy silk ballgown skirt and you're a modern-day Cinderella. Seriously, you can do anything with a simple white T-shirt.

For the ever-stylish Camille Charriere of Camille Over the Rainbow, she has concocted a fabulous outfit centered around a plain white tee. Paired with a silk neck scarf, a utilitarian navy skirt, and summery rope sandals, this is a perfect look for an August day. She chose to wear it while biking around, but it could work just as easily for a weekend brunch or a picnic in the park.

Bonus: if you switch out the rope sandals for pointed pumps, you have a stylish work outfit. See! The white T-shirt is totally versatile.

Get the Look For Yourself:

Quay sunglasses | Madewell tee | Nordstrom Earrings | Kate Spade purse
Giorgio Armani scarf | Zara skirt | Nomadic State of Mind Sandals

What do you think of Camille's look?

How to Rock Resort Looks Now

June 15, 2015

Models at the Stella McCartney Resort 2016 presentation
Thanks to the internet and social media, fashion collections are available to the common public almost instantaneously. I can see snapchat videos of the latest Gucci runway show essentially as it is happening, instantly taking in the trends and motifs I see. It's exciting to see how fashion shows are shared so quickly, and I'm thankful because even though I don't sit front row during Fashion Week I get front-row access via Instagram and Snapchat.

One drawback to the instantaneous nature of fashion? The lag time between a collection's debut and its actual availability in stores seems longer than ever. Designs that we all gushed over back in February won't make their ways into stores for another month or two, and the resort collections we are seeing now won't be available until November. By the time fall fashion does roll into stores in August, it's old news. I've written my thoughts on the collection, I've seen celebrities and street style stars wear the designs, and I've read every review or thinkpiece on the minutiae of the sartorial references. By August, I've already moved on to gearing up for Spring 2016.

Fortunately with Resort, which celebrates the ability to escape to the Caribbean in the dead of winter, the clothes and styles work just as well during the summer as they do on a tropical vacation. The actual items won't be available for a few more months, but it's never too early to start wearing the trends of resort.

Here's how to get the look of resort, now!

Shirt Dress + Turtleneck + 70s Accessories

Caroline Constas dress | Theory turtleneck | Ralph Lauren belt | Fossil purse | Steve Madden sandals

 Victorian Top + Long Vest + Camel Skirt

Topshop blouse | The Row vest | H&M skirt | J. Crew hat | Narciso Rodriguez mules

Oversized Button-Down + Bright Pants + Straw Hat

Forever 21 hat | Madewell shirt | Pallas Aurore pants | Giuseppe Zanotti heels

Bodysuit + Lace Skirt + Low Heels

Yummie by Heather Thomson bodysuit | SEA skirt | Miu Miu sandals

Floral Tee + Suede Pencil Skirt

Mother of Pearl shirt | Carolina Herrera skirt

Shop The Outfits:

Which look is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!

Style Crush — Vanessa Hudgens

June 3, 2015

Vanessa Hudgens wearing an ASOS blazer, AQ/AQ jumpsuit, Chloé purse, and Wildfox sunglasses
Someone has come a long way since High School Musical!

Over the past few years, Vanessa Hudgens has built up quite the reputation as a Coachella fashion queen and wearer of festival styles 365 days a year. Basically a walking Free People ad. And while her flower crowns and flowy dresses were acceptable on the festival grounds, her bohemian princess style definitely ran its course after a while.

Thankfully, Hudgens has undergone a period of personal style refinement. A "style evolution" would be perhaps too drastic of a term, because at the heart of her looks Hudgens still exudes bohemian/hippie style, but it's a more polished, upscale version that combines festival-ready elements with classic pieces.

Her must-have pieces? Vintage-inspired matching sets, oversized round sunglasses, and her trusty Chloé Faye crossbody bag. To get Hudgens' upscale-boho look, shop at stores like The Reformation, Free People, and Topshop.

Here are some of my favorite looks of hers:

Some of Hudgens' latest street style looks (here are more of my favorite looks)

Shop Vanessa's Favorites:

Get the Look for Less:

Leith sunglasses | Bauble Bar necklace | H&M dress and jacket | MiH jeans | Zara crop top | River Island purse

What are your thoughts on Vanessa Hudgens' street style looks?

Get the Look - Blair Eadie's Overall Ensemble

May 22, 2015

Blair Eadie of Atlantic-Pacific wearing Current/Elliott overalls, Vince purse, Converse sneakers, Prada sunglasses, and Michael Kors watch
Preppy fashion favorite Blair Eadie of Atlantic-Pacific always knows how to put an interesting spin on classic wardrobe pieces, and her recent overalls look is no exception. With her glam cat-eye sunglasses, bright red pout, and perfect cotton candy bun, overalls and sneakers have never looked this polished!

Eadie's look is perfect for a festive Memorial Day weekend outfit. Test out the layered overalls look at a family picnic, evening movie under the stars, or a day at the lake.

And in case you don't have $300 to splurge on trendy overalls, here's how to get Eadie's look for less:
Zara overalls, Milly for Designation T-shirt, Velvet by Graham & Spencer jacket, Sephora lipstick, Converse sneakers, Steve Madden sunglasses, and Express purse

Get the Look — Sarah Mikaela of Framboise Fashion

March 11, 2015

image via framboise fashion

One of my favorite bloggers, Sarah Mikaela of Framboise Fashion, has a penchant for outfits that are equal parts sophisticated and playful. She's modern and feminine, and combines high and low, edgy and classic, with perfect ease. There aren't many people who can make a sweatshirt look sophisticated and work-appropriate, but Mikaela does it so well that I want to replicate this look for myself! 

Here's how to get Mikaela's lovely look:

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Street Style Icon — Annina Mislin

March 6, 2015

image via Tommy Ton for style.com
When I interned at C Magazine last year I had the extreme privilege of working with fashion editor Annina Mislin. Every day I came in I would grow envious of Annina's minimalist-cool fashions and her simple approach to personal style, while also marveling at her ability to craft gorgeous fashion editorials. Basically, Annina is who I aspire to one day be (and dress as).

She's often featured on street style blogs like Tommy Ton and All The Pretty Birds, and it's really fun to see someone you've worked for pop up when you are checking out the best street style looks from fashion week! 

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Annina's personal style is simple and streamlined, with a penchant for neutrals in exciting shapes and silhouettes over flashy prints and embellishments. She's an expert at mixing textures and proportions, and her outfits never look fussy or uncomfortable.

Love Annina's cool style as much as I do? Here's how to get the look:

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