INSPIRATION // Miss Ruby Aldridge

INSPIRATION // Who's that girl!

 

Clemence Poesy does it again, this time for Glamour UK February 2012

Photographer: David Oldham
Stylist: Sophie Cooper
Hair/make up: Lisa Eastwood + Lisa Eldridge

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How To Wear a Sheer Shirt

So we were speaking to some friends over lunch and we got onto the topic of styling. 

In particular, the rather daunting task of wearing those sheer shirts you see all over the blogosphere. We were throwing some ideas around and a few ways to effectively wear this piece without baring to much skin, so we thought we'd share.

How To Wear a Sheer Shirt

Sheer shirts and High-waisted Bottoms
We cannot reiterate how chic this combination is, and forever will be. Easy, simple and effortless. Simply tuck your sheer shirt loosely into a pair of high waisted shorts or mid-waisted skirt. Fully buttoning your shirt up would be a desirable option.

Chic and Sheer, Underneath
If you're in the mood for some artful layering, try wearing a sheer shirt underneath a wooly sweater to give your look depth and dimension. It'll definitely keep you a little warmer this Fall, and because of it's sheer texture, your outfit won't look overdone at all.


Color block
We're sure you knew this was coming. Pair your sheer shirt with contrasting bottoms and outerwear for a ton of fun. Annabu (above) does it really well, and you can too.


Play with texture
Sheer shirts definitely exude a more feminine appeal. Add a little twist and edge to your look by playing with a little texture. We'd suggest pleather, because of how amazing it works to toughen up a look. Try a white sheer shirt with a pleather skirt; we promise it'll stick with you for life.

Add your metals; Juxtopose!
Another option if you're not so much into pleather; metal jewelry. They're perfect when worn over sheer fabric, as they also toughen up sheer, soft pieces. In turn, the sheer, slightly see-through skirts also make the jewelry pop! Talk about symbiosis...

Layer upon layer
Because they're relatively thin and lightweight, sheer shirts are almost always, naturally flowy. Wearing a chic, sharp blazer will add contrast to your look, and not to mention volume. Wear your sheer shirt with a relaxed, chiffon blazer if you'd like to accentuate the flow, or pair it with something tailored if you prefer structure.

Experiment with prints

The beauty of the sheer shirt is that they're terribly easy to match. They serve to soften up hard, wild or tough prints so they make amazing styling options (for us at least!).  

So what are your styling tips when wearing a sheer shirt? Do share with us in the comment box below! 

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images via chictopia, butherightthing, stockholmstreetstyle, stylescrapbook

AS SEEN ON // Kenza, walking the streets of Paris

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Every girl needs that LBD, especially when in Paris! Kenza sent us these smashing pictures yesterday after dinner and we had to put this up! She's carrying a Stylesofia Gold Rush Clutch. 

Ah don't we all miss the City of Light.. 

KATE //

Ombre hair never left.

Kate Bosworth via knightcat

GO PALAZZO //

Beth from BJones pairs her striped palazzos with a loose nude shirt. 
Add volume to a casual outfit by layering chunky jewelry and accessories. Instantly chic!

Check out our palazzo jumpsuits and get creative too.

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AUGUST SHOPPING GUIDE: STREET CHIC

So we decided to do some product mapping today..

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AS SEEN ON // LIZ FROM LATE AFTERNOON

 

 As we were browsing through our albums, we found these and thought we ought to share!

Liz, from Late Afternoon wearing a Stylesofia Maroon Shirt. She's always so sweet to work with!

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MONDAY INSPIRATION // DETAILS ON THE STREET

Elisa Sednaoui

in coral.

via studdedhearts

Summer of Rock //

Erin Wasson photographed by Fred Meylan for

Elle France June 2011

Can you rock it like Alma?

Alma Falcone from Spain sent us some pictures of her in Stylesofia's Coral Scallop Shorts!

Doesn't she look sharp despite the soft scallop detail? Major love.

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Inspiration: Rethink Structure

Givenchy Spring 2011

Maison Martin Margiela

Maryna Linchuk in Viktor & Rolf

Isabel Lucas in Viktor & Rolf

Zaldys amazing paper dresses

The Pom Pom Factory

I'm not sure if you've picked up on it but my fashion loves are all about colliding with art. I love bringing you crazy ideas and (hopefully) inspiring you to get a little more dressed up and have more fun.

I remember years ago wearing bright red tights and everyone being wowed by them. I was always surprised by this because I wore them all the time and thought nothing much to it! I did however make me me realise that you set your own bar of what you're comfortable with- so raise it.

Pull out that dress sitting in your closet you've been waiting for the "right occasion" for and put it on. Once you do you won't think anything of it. Think you'd be over dressed? I don't know about you, but I'd rather be over dressed rather then checking out that dressed up person and wishing I did the same!