Graphic novel

Bold graphics made a cool new season statement, kaleidoscopic, geometric, modular: make your outfit even more daring by pattern clashing!

Choose a black-and-white enchanting patterned shirt and knot a bright hues tie in tone with ultra feminine glitter finish pumps making an essential dose of color for your sophisticated ensamble.

Finish the look with sleek wide pants and a warm cape in black to balance the whole outfit; wear the bag of the season for instant modern flair.

Miu Miu shirt (lyst.com) and glitter finish pumps (net à porter)

Wide leg pants by Stouls (farfetch.com)

Charvet patterned silk tie (mrporter.com)

Mango cape (mango.com)

Jil Sander leather "doctor" bag (net à porter)

love, Afra

xx

have a super fashion weekend <3 <3

Print me up

Digital prints caught the attention of the most creative designer, therefore a bold printed piece is to be on the top of your must-have list this winter '12.

Opt for a in-green-tones silk satin skirt to add a pop of color to your cocktail outfit, and showcase your striking piece with a peplum black top (which emphasize waist and hips for a super structured silhouette), and finish with a statement in-tone necklace and a color block precious clutch bag.

Topshop peplum top (topshop.com)

Mary Katrantzou printed skirt

Diane Von Furstenberg clutch bag

Gucci pumps

Etro crystal-embellished necklace

Yves Saint Laurent ring

(shop this outfit @ net à porter)

love, Afra

xx

Miss Scarlet

As seen on the the most elegant runways like Valentino, Chloé or Lanvin, red is the bold color of the season: ruby, scarlet, raspberry, merlot, crimson, choose yours among thousand of shades and it will be the striking piece of your closet, no matter if clothing or accessory.



Team a romantic ecru lace blouse with super bold red straight pants and nude towering heels for work, spare time, shopping and, if your day out extends to happy our time, simply swap your designer tote with a super feminine fabric clutch and baroque gold earrings for evening glamour twist.

Chloé blouse
Michael Kors pants
Yves Saint Laurent tote and heels
Marni pochette
Oscar de la Renta gold earrings

love, Afra
xx

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, 5. the peacoat

Bonjour à tous,

here we are with the 5th and last the Coat Guide issue with a timeless cover-up, the sailor's tradition peacoat.

5. THE PEACOAT

Boost your office style and play with shapes and gem tones: work your classic blue navy peacoat with irreverent and structured ochre wide leg pants, which are to pair compulsorily with the most sensual pair of black pumps you own to straighten you up to the sky.

Make your outfit a statement one wearing a pair of 50's-inspired topaz sunglasses, accent your elegance with octane long gloves and update your work-bag with a oversized clutch bag.

Tory Burch peacoat
By Malene Birger wide leg pants (@ farfetch.com)
Yves Saint Laurent pumps
Lanvin gloves
Illesteva sunglasses
Sophie Hulme oversize clutch bag
(net à porter)

Have a super weekend,
love, Afra
xx