Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Winter Fashion Obsessions
Friday night, 8pm
Place: my apartment in the Lower Haight
Just home from work, almost out the door to an art sale in the Mission,then meeting friends for dinner, I send the following text & photo to my best friend / fashion kindred spirit in New York:
Is it too much?
I was feeling a bit ubiquitous with my knit cap, patterned scarf, leather bomber, skirt, tights and boots. But I just can't help myself! With so many beautiful clothes out there that harken back to the 60's and 70's, I find myself "dressing up" a bit more than usual. I know some of Sunhee's main influences come from films, and I'm totally following suit, obsessing over French New Wave-esque outfits. Sometimes in the morning I'll get up and ask myself: What would I wear if I were a Godard character?
At the same time that I love that classic style, I'm also really intrigued by all things retro-futuristic. Quirky colors like neon or chartreuse, pointed shoulders, and dramatic, geometric lines are making me warp my wardrobe into that of some Jetsons-era secretary with a thing for a 1970s color palette.
So sometimes it may be a bit much, but I believe that inspiration is such an important part of the way you dress. It helps to adopt an alternate attitude or persona to match your outfit, especially on tough days at work or when you're out on a first date. Choose wisely, whether your inspiration is strong, sweet, quirky, or serious, make sure it brings you confidence and makes you happy!
My Godard-esque picks: Cashmere turtleneck sweaters, the Tilly Cardigan, Tessa top.
Futuristic Fun: Logan vest, Andy skirt, anything graphite, lime green or neon.
casey fashion nerd
Place: my apartment in the Lower Haight
Just home from work, almost out the door to an art sale in the Mission,then meeting friends for dinner, I send the following text & photo to my best friend / fashion kindred spirit in New York:
Is it too much?
I was feeling a bit ubiquitous with my knit cap, patterned scarf, leather bomber, skirt, tights and boots. But I just can't help myself! With so many beautiful clothes out there that harken back to the 60's and 70's, I find myself "dressing up" a bit more than usual. I know some of Sunhee's main influences come from films, and I'm totally following suit, obsessing over French New Wave-esque outfits. Sometimes in the morning I'll get up and ask myself: What would I wear if I were a Godard character?
At the same time that I love that classic style, I'm also really intrigued by all things retro-futuristic. Quirky colors like neon or chartreuse, pointed shoulders, and dramatic, geometric lines are making me warp my wardrobe into that of some Jetsons-era secretary with a thing for a 1970s color palette.
So sometimes it may be a bit much, but I believe that inspiration is such an important part of the way you dress. It helps to adopt an alternate attitude or persona to match your outfit, especially on tough days at work or when you're out on a first date. Choose wisely, whether your inspiration is strong, sweet, quirky, or serious, make sure it brings you confidence and makes you happy!
My Godard-esque picks: Cashmere turtleneck sweaters, the Tilly Cardigan, Tessa top.
Futuristic Fun: Logan vest, Andy skirt, anything graphite, lime green or neon.
casey fashion nerd
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