3// The Androgynous

Button Down and Trousers// American Apparel

Headscarf// Ebay

Loafers// Topshop

Aviators// Amazon

 I choose to blur the lines

between what society deems masculine and feminine.

My style is all about creating art through my clothing. I do this by 

strategically playing with color and using elements that may seem odd, or out of the ordinary, to the passing eye. 

I would consider this a his/her-ness casual look; a business causal look with hints of stereotypical masculine and feminine elements. I incorporated the masculine elements through my slate grey trousers and black loafers. Because the top is sheer, it adds the feminine touch to my outfit. Lastly, I added the head scarf for ambiguity; as to balance the two out.

The color scheme is a gradient; the bottom, my black shoes, being the darkest and fading up into a transparency, my clear glasses. 

--Lo

Photo Creds: Zahria Moore

2// What's On My Mind?

For the past few days, Paris Fashion Week has been looming around my brain. As the last of cities apart of the phenomena that is Fashion Month, I was curious as to how to designers shut it down in Paris. Needless to say, I was thoroughly impressed.

The first show that I checked out was Chanel. As always, the set was phenomenal. The theme was based around an airport. Some guests were even given the opportunity to view the show from airport seats placed in the middle of the runway. As for the clothes, there was this very futuristic, tomboy-chic look with hints of the classic Chanel tweed two-piece looks. What is so amazing about Chanel is the fact that with any direction they go trend wise, they are still able to reference it back to that elegant Chanel look.

Next, was Balenciaga. For the past few years, under Alexander Wang’s guide, Balenciaga accumulated a look. Dark, sleek, and structured; it was very Wang. Alexander Wang’s last show with the house left me with so many questions: was this all-white show him “waving a white flag” or was he presenting a clean slate for the next creative director? Mr. Wang, I need answers. However, at the end of the day, I am very satisfied with Wang’s choice of models; hey Zoë!

As for some of the other shows that knocked my socks off, Mui Mui came out with clothes that flaunted elements of ‘60s and '70s  alongside their ever so quirky shoes I just love. Also, I was very much fan of the patterned coats showcased at the beginning of the show. Saint Laurent gave me very “post-grunge, Paris Hilton AFTER the party vibes” with their incorporation of slip dresses, fur coats and tiaras. Hermès killed the sportswear look. Alexander McQueen was serving “romantic, 19th century princess” with gorgeous dusty rose ruffled dresses. And last, but not least, Kenzo presented the most charming kimonos and cut-out, thigh-high sandals in very beautiful colors and patterns; but that’s not that surprising of them.

Now that that’s off my mind, it’s back to the books. Au revoir!

--Lo

1// To Begin...

Occasionally, I wonder how I end up with the same ideas over and over again. Wondering leads to contemplating and suddenly, I am at a crossroads: should I thank the universe and continue to bid the ideas adieu or acknowledge that maybe I was meant to do just as the universe obviously wants me to. 

I have previously been at this crossroads of starting a fashion blog many times; 3 to be exact. However, at this instance, I feel as though I am at a new phase in my life. I am a college student and my style is maturing, better yet "glo'ing".

When it came to titling this blog, I decided to use comes lower-case letters simply because I am still in the process of growing.I have so much to learn and somewhat of a long journey ahead of me. As for the olive & camel, I chose those words because they are honestly my favorite colors; I love earth-tones!

I want this blog to be a virtual fashion diary. A place where I can discuss trends, familiarize myself with new and infamous designers and showcase my own personal style and opinions. 

-- Lo