Category: Fashion

After a long year without America’s most beloved fashion event, the Met Gala has finally arrived! On September 13th, 2021, the Met Gala took place in it’s typical location, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in NYC. This year’s theme was: “In American: A Lexicon of Fashion.” Usually, the Met Gala is hosted on the first Monday of May, but with fashion month going on, there was extra pressure to see some breathtaking designs. Here I’m going to share my top three favorite looks from this year’s Gala and possibly hear what you guys think as well!

Beginning with Kendall Jenner, she has never missed a Met Gala look. This year, she wore a beautifully jewelled, sheer dress designed and created by Givenchy. This dress seemed to be dedicated/a remake of Audrey Hepburn’s version (also made by Givenchy) when she wore it in the movie, My Fair Lady. You can see many similarities between the two looks starting with the choker. Jenner’s neck was covered with silver beads that essentially tied this whole look together – I believe this part of the dress is what truly made it “head-to-toe.” Another feature that caught my eye was that the sleeve of her dress went all the way down to her fingertips. This allowed the jewels to lay on every part of her body, giving an illusion that this was her skin. When I saw this dress, I nearly screamed… I have never seen something so excellently constructed while also paying tribute to a favorite actress in our history.

Davis, J. (2021, September 14). Kendall Jenner paid homage to old hollywood and Audrey Hepburn at the Met Gala. Harper’s BAZAAR. Retrieved September 16, 2021, from https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/fashion-news/a37589430/kendall-jenner-audrey-hepburn-met-gala-givenchy/. 

Chance The Rapper hit a home run when following the assigned theme of this event. Wearing an inspired 90’s suit by Ralph Lauren, he brought back the cool and hip concept from Lauren’s Stadium collection back then. He wore a simple black suit, but made it into something eye-catching and familiar with the audience. The common accent of red allowed for interesting parts of the design to pop and draw attention, while also staying cohesive. Further, the red “3” trucker hat was very on brand for the rapper’s style – ties in both aspects of designer and the artist. Lauren was able to take details from the past and highlight them in a manner that intrigued the crowd, leaving them wanting another Stadium collection.

1. Samaha, B. (2021, September 14). Chance the rapper nailed the assignment at the Met Gala in a fit inspired by ’90s Ralph Lauren. Esquire. Retrieved September 16, 2021, from https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/a37582201/chance-the-rapper-met-gala-2021-red-carpet-ralph-lauren/. 
2. VanHoose, B., & Kimble, L. (2021, September 13). Chance the rapper has ‘amazing’ parents’ night out at 2021 met gala with wife Kirsten Corley Bennett. PEOPLE.com. Retrieved September 16, 2021, from https://people.com/parents/met-gala-2021-chance-the-rapper-wife-kirsten-corley-bennett-parents-night-out/. 

Last, but not least, is the one and only Jennifer Lopez. Also designed by Ralph Lauren was this incredible western-style dress featuring many accents that brought this look to life. For one, the chocolate-colored dress included beautiful beaded embroidery on the whole piece. It created different lines and shapes on dress that ultimately portrayed the classic western pattern, especially with the feather detailing on the bottom hem. However, the accessories built a story with the dress. The faux fur cover up, cowboy hat, long, dangling earrings, large leather choker, and round metal necklace with the matching bracelet brought everything and more to this look – as if, Lopez was the star of a movie. She left the Gala making western glamorous and the audience speechless.

1. Minton, M. (2021, September 14). Jennifer Lopez looks rodeo-ready on met gala 2021 red Carpet. Page Six. Retrieved September 16, 2021, from https://pagesix.com/2021/09/13/jennifer-lopez-looks-rodeo-ready-on-met-gala-2021-red-carpet/. 
2. Robin, M. (2021, September 14). Jennifer Lopez really said “yee” – and I cannot stress this enough – “haw” with her met gala look. Allure. Retrieved September 16, 2021, from https://www.allure.com/story/jennifer-lopez-met-gala-2021-look. 

Here we are, another exciting fashion post! These are a collection of outfits I’ve worn over the past month and they’re my absolute favorites! Now that it’s getting cold outside, I had to share some go-to Fall looks as well:

This first one is definitely not cold weather material, but who knew sets would be this amazing!? This tan set is from I. Am. Gia. and wow! Sets make it extremely easy to just throw something on, but it still looks like you tried haha! I’m obsessed with how simple, yet eye-catching this outfit is. With this stretchy and soft fabric, I’m able to wear this for a long time and still feel comfortable. I never wanted to take this off! Along with that, I wore these black, block heel boots from Zara. Again, also very comfortable, but you can wear this with sneakers, slides, cute sandals, etc. To wear it in colder weather, put on an oversized jean jacket, black boots, and a cozy scarf!

This next look is probably one of my favorites EVER! I recently got these Agolde Criss-Cross jeans from Aritzia and they’re one of the best items I’ve purchased. The material isn’t as stiff as I thought they would be, the denim fabric is stretchy and very nice to wear. I don’t feel as “stuck” in these jeans if you know what I mean. Moving on to shoes, clearly wearing my faves: black, platform Dr. Martens. Ok, but my tank top… the most enjoyable piece of clothing! I’m wearing the Cotton Rib Tank in black from SKIMS. This soft, thin fabric really makes it feel like you don’t have anything on! Completing this outfit, I’ve added my Stella McCartney Shoulder Bag that you all have seen before. It may look small, but it holds a lot. This was a cold day so a quick zip up easily made it perfect to wear outside.

For a fun evening downtown, I decided to wear a chic, edgy black and white outfit. To create a dark, double denim look, I wore these straight leg, ankle flare jeans from Topshop and put on this cropped denim jacket with blue accents from Urban Outfitters. This white, outlined, crop top is from Bird Bee – a local store downtown. This material was pretty thick and I loved the added details. It seems that Dr. Martens are making an appearance in most of my looks, but how could they not?! They’re perfect for this season (and all of them for that matter)!

For this outfit, I wanted to emphasize streetwear, but make it cozy. Another great jean is this one from the Kith x Ksubi line. The wide leg, distressed pant added this unique style which was perfect for the relaxed look I was going for. On top, I wore this oversized, black sweatshirt from MadHappy. This brand is amazing across the board – their clothing is great quality, designs are original, and they’re overall goal is bettering mental health and creating an open platform to spread awareness for many topics. And yes, you’re seeing my “one of a kind” Dr. Martens once again 🙂

Let’s bring out the flannels! An obvious must-have for the Fall season is flannels and I’m loving this neutral colored on (of course) from H&M. For jeans, I’m wearing some skinny, light washed ones from American Eagle. Also wearing my classic black Dr. Martens, which got extremely dirty, but that’s okay! My black, Balenciaga bag tied this whole outfit together along with some layering necklaces. To easily style it, I tucked in half of the front side of my flannel and didn’t button up all the way to give it that “laid-back” look.

Unfortunately, things really took a turn in 2020. Covid-19 created a whole new way of life for people around the world. One big change we all had to make is wearing a mask. As mandated by the CDC, masks should be worn at all times (apart from being at home or with family). They have become an everyday item that we can’t forget about, so I wanted to share my top 3 favorite brands for masks that have become my staple pieces.

Beginning with Adidas, these lightweight, comfortable masks are great for the outdoors and working out. The breathable material allows you to stay active, while being safe. It comes in two colors, black and blue, and in a pack of 3. I prefer the black one because it’s easier to pair with any outfit. The slogan for this product is “Wash. Dry. Reuse.” After using it for the past few months, you can definitely guess that I’ve washed it hundreds of times. Luckily, the fabric stays just as flexible and soft as if it was brand new.

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To add some color, the 8 Other Reasons face masks are perfect! They come in 3 colored mask sets – 1) cream, tan, and green, 2) blue, pink, and black, 3) peach, yellow, and teal. Pick the one that will go best with your daily looks! This mask is wonderful for warmer places because the fabric is super thin. It doesn’t even feel like you’re wearing one (which is what we’re going for)!

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Alright, let’s put some patterns into this! I think having a patterned mask can instantly change the entire vibe of your look. If you’re wearing a plain/simple outfit, why not make the mask the star of the show?! These Kitsch cotton ones come in black, dark leopard, and light leopard print. Leopard print has made it’s come back in the fashion world, so it’s time to add these masks to your wardrobe! I love wearing them during a night out with friends or brunch with family because those are easily the main events I dress up for haha! And they surprisingly go with a lot of casual outfits as well 🙂

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To stay up to date on the latest mask trends, I typically read through the recommendations from Vogue and Wired and look over Revolve frequently!

Well, this is it… My first blog post! I’m so excited to express my love for fashion on my very own platform! To start this new journey, I wanted to share one fun activity I’ve been loving to do in quarantine: playing dress up. I know, it sounds childish, but it’s a good time, trust me! While listening to music, I would go through all of my clothes and put together so many different outfits. Sometimes, I may organize my closet/dresser or make a donation pile to be more productive and get things done! Here are some of my favorite looks:

Alright, so look number one. Up above, I went for more of a casual, street look. You can never go wrong with some Levi’s and Converse. I’ve had my black Converse since 7th grade and they never go out of style. They’re the high-top Chuck Taylor All Stars; one of my best purchases! The Levi’s I’m wearing are the dark wash, 501 Athens, straight-leg jean. I love how they almost have a loose fit at the bottom, but are somewhat tight at the top. Also, the settle rips give it that distressed look, which is always a go-to for me. As for the top, I’m wearing a black, ribbed crop top with a high, round neck from Zara. This is a basic, must-have item that should be in your closet. This top can be styled in many different ways and it worked out perfectly for this urban look. To tie an outfit together, a simple belt can go a long way. With this faux leather belt from Aritzia, I was able to keep the color black as a common theme and draw more attention to the jeans. This is definitely a great look for a shopping day downtown, brunch with friends, and much more during the warm weather seasons!

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For look number two, I’m wearing a hip, yet chic, simple outfit. Last year, I found a love for cargo pants! They have been in style for a while, but once I saw this perfect pair, I knew it was meant to be! These lightweight, nude color, cargo joggers are from Zara. They’re high-waisted, but come with a fabric tie to accentuate your waist. The large front, side, and back pockets give the pants so much extra room for chapstick, sunglasses, and other little things! The sneakers are probably my favorite part of this look! I haven’t seen heeled sneakers in a long time, so I’ve decided to bring them back 🙂 These wedged, black, high-top sneakers are from DKNY. They’re about 3.5 inches tall and have shiny detailing at the back of the ankle and toe of the shoe. Lastly, this black, cropped, corset tank top is from Joah Brown. I have recently discovered this brand and it’s, by far, one of my favorites! The material of this top (and all of their products) is extremely soft and a bit stretchy, so it fits your body perfectly. It’s a great piece to dress up and have that flattering, clean look.

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Last, but not least, is outfit number three. I’m obsessed with athleisure wear, so I had to make a look with this style. Biker shorts became a huge trend last Summer and to be completely honest, I wasn’t totally on board at first. However, I finally gave it a shot and fell in love with the look! I found this great pair from Terez; they’re mid-rise and 3 inches in length. The black star design adds a pop to the pant, while still being settle. As for the shirt, this light yellow, cropped, crew neck is from Free People. It’s perfect to throw on over a tank top or wear with a jean or leather jacket. At the collar and end of the sleeves, there are a couple of holes (made on purpose) to show that distressed and relaxed style. Also, I love styling jewelry with comfier looks. Keeping a theme of gold-tone hardware, the hoop earrings are from Nordstrom, the dainty ring is from Pandora, and the round sunglasses are from, the one and only, Ray-Ban. These shoes are the classic, triple white, Yeezy 350 sneakers. Another one of the best sneakers! The first time I wore them, it felt like walking on actual clouds! The padding is so soft and comfortable! Yeezy’s are great shoes to do floor workouts or take long walks in and they look amazing with a pair of cropped jeans (straight or skinny)!

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