Velvet underground

Luxurious, shiny, sensual: velvet has been an heavy presence in FW12 most elegant fashion designer's catwalk because of its chameleon-mood.

Not simple to wear, but strong impact when matched with the right pieces; the only rule is not to dare with bold shapes, but choosing simple, sleek and straight line instead. 

URBAN EDGE

Swap out jeans in favor of a pair of raspberry red velvet pants: give 'em a rock attitude by pairing a chunky knit, designer leather jacket and studded pumps.

Preserve the city mood wearing a classical shoulder leather bag.

Mother velvet pants

Rick Owens leather jacket

Vince sweater

Valentino studded pumps

The Row shoulder bag

AFTERDARK PARTY

Style your emerald baroque motifs top with skinny leather pants and, once again, studded pumps (winning combination!) and a striking piece, a statement clutch bag for a party-ready twist.

Balmain velvet top
The Row leather pants
Christian Louboutin studded pumps
Alexander McQueen clutch bag
Isabel Marant earrings

love, Afra
xx

The Coat Guide, 1. the cape

Bonjour everybody <3

I’m sorry for the long absence but I have had lots of projects to do for my exams, including accessories design, textile design and illustration, and I’m going to share these works with you all next days.

So, let’s go ahead with more Tenues du Jour, precisely, let’s deal with coats.

Wintertime outerwear as jackets and coats are the most cannot-be-renounced pieces in the closet, but pay attention: they don't have just to cover our outfit, they have to update and emphasize it and vice versa; therefore they deserve a specific guide to wear and accessorize them properly.

1. THE CAPE

Capes are indeed the trans seasonal coverup that dominated the FW12 runways: they are smart, flawless and impressive even for cocktail time and evening.

But what’s the secret of this great outerwear? Layer it! 

Wear your cape of course with skinny pants to balance the whole silhouette and straighten yourself up with skyhigh patent leather pumps for a chic texture contrast.

Dolce &Gabbana bouclé cape

Gucci blouse

The Row leather leggings and alligator tote

Miu Miu patent leather pumps

Bijoux Heart earrings

(net à porter)

CAPE by night

Embrace gothic romantic, the top trend of this season, by pairing ultra feminine dress and jewel tone accessories to a dramatic-design cape in order to complete your stunning evening outfit.

Dolce & Gabbana cape coat

Kaufmanfranco embellished dress

Jil Sander lace long gloves

Yves Saint Laurent mary jane pumps

Christian Louboutin clutch bag

Loree Rodkin chandelier earrings

Love, Afra

xx

EMBRACE LACE lesson 3: head to toe

Dare head-to-toe lace in a glamourous occasion: match a bold fuchsia very feminine dropped shift dress with lace coordinated accessories like romantic loafers and a high fashion, ladylike clutch bag.

Cover up with an androgynous appeal mini blazer for a feminine after-dark look.

Red Valentino dress

Boy. by Band Of Outsiders blazer

Valentino lace loafers

Christian Louboutin clutch bag

Isharya earrings

love, Afra