The Look #6- Solange Style-Eclectic Mix

Summer is here & the weather is warm! From days at the office to summer nights out on the town, channel your inner Solange… (Solange Knowles that is) & get inspired by bright colors, bold shapes, sophisticated styling & unique prints….what will you be wearing this summer?

solange style

 

  1. handbag: Sara Battaglia /  2. yellow dress: Cupcakes & Cashmere (similar dress here)  3. platform shoes: Malone Souliers /  4. off the shoulder top: Knot Sisters /                 5.clutch: Clare V.  / 6. romper: Mara Hoffman / 7.heels:  Joie (similar here) / 8. jacket: Rebecca Minkoff /

THE ICON # 6 SOLANGE KNOWLES- THE ECLECTIC FASHIONISTA

Who is on your fashion radar this spring? I love to get inspired by those who are a little offbeat & bold. Solange Knowles has such an incredible stand out personal style that is all her own. From her amazing hair to her bright & bold color choices, she always wears something eye catching with her own unique edge.

As a singer, songwriter, DJ and Mom, she is a true inspiration with amazing talent and style too. Here’s to marching to your own beat, living life on your own terms & wearing whatever you want that’s cool…… The Icon- Solange Knowles:

tumblr_n2lrttWDkn1r3vyzbo1_500

Haper’s Bazaar
By Julia Noni

solangemusic.com

13096123_10154209440269489_4384060210038358065_n

The Met Gala 2016

photo: BFA

tumblr_n2lrvs0tVh1r3vyzbo1_500

Haper’s Bazaar
By Julia Noni

solangemusic.com

tumblr_mevit1B4141rh2t2oo1_1280

Solange Knowles

Vogue

The Look #5: Sweet Summer

Sometimes it feels so good to put on something that’s just simply pretty! And what better time than for summertime in the city ? Lately I’m loving all the sweet pastels, muted tone romantic looks and ethereal dresses. You can toughen something sweet & soft with a little bit more of a hard edged accessory. Here is some inspiration & a touch of romance for a “Sweet Summer in the City” look.

sweet summer the look

pink cateye sunglasses/ Topshop similar here    Ava pink studded wallet/  Rebecca Minkoff   pink off the shoulder dress/ Lucca Couture   black lace up sandals/ Asos  black phone wristlet/ Rebecca Minkoff   pink ruffle blouse/ Asos  blue off the shoulder dress/ Self-Portrait  brown suede lace up sandals/ Chloe   blush silk chiffon dress/ Chloe

The Inspiration #5 SWEET SUMMER

Spring is in the air…..dreaming about sun filled days in the park, green grass, pretty flowers, sitting by a lake….those first few days of warmth when you put on a new dress and sandals and you can actually leave your jacket at home….so good to be back in New York City after so many years in California! Experiencing the extremes of cold weather and rain again makes the anticipation of sunny spring & summer days so much sweeter…..

The Inspiration #5: Sweet Summer

rose gold, ballerina tulle, romantic interiors, pink champagne, fresh cut peonies & tulips…..

all images found on Pinterest

The Icon #4 Florence Welch- Boho Rock Summer Nights

One of my current new favorite style icons is Florence Welch from Florence & the Machine. Not only is she striking & unusual, but she seems to be a true free spirit and a modern day goddess, playing by her own rules in both her music and personal style. She is not only beautiful, but also incredibly talented & inspiring. Her voice is pure & unaltered emotion. Her look is a mix of different style elements & has a sort of dreamy & flowing Boho vibe that’s offset by some hard edged pieces.

Follow her style for a bohemian rocker look for your summer nights out….happy summer!

c2b3d57e3aaff68ff755899ed97cd2c4 1503b7e8bc3fda7801e8d721ef6734cc c2bb597cdebd621cfe6d158d58ffe263

The Look #3: Enchanted Fairytale

I’m loving all the dark bohemian floral prints for fall . You can easily add a little edge to your “woodland fairytale look” by pairing a floral dress with a Biker jacket or a great Faux fur coat. Complete the look with pointy heels or boots & some great accessories……

Enchanted Fairytale

the look enchanted fairytale4Coat: Vintage by Nasty Gal/ Sunglasses :  Illestera/ Necklace: Marisa Haskell/ Bag: Rebecca Minkoff/ Shoes: Gianvito Rossi/ Top: Kate Moss for Topshop/ Manicure: Nars in Jungle Red /Dress: MSGM

THE ICON #2- Lisa Bonet- The Modern Bohemian

One of my favorite style icons from the 80’s and 90’s was Lisa Bonet who played Denise Huxtable on The Cosby Show. A true free spirit, she seemed to wear whatever she felt like & to do whatever she wanted. She was not only beautiful, but also a talented actress and to this day she has a look that can not really be defined in terms of race, age or any other categories. She is a true bohemian who seems to live a sort of gypsy life, dropping in and out of the Hollywood scene at her own will & time.

Her past style both on and off The Cosby Show was original & a true inspiration…..and her present “Earth Mama” look still represents the ultimate “Modern Bohemian”: my Icon #2- Lisa Bonet.

Lisa-Bonet-image-1lisa-bonet_image-2

Lenny Kravitz with wife Lisa Bonet and daughter Zoe at a press conference in Lincoln Center, NYC 1989

article-0-137CBBF8000005DC-340_634x965

Lisa+Bonet-image-4                                                                          Lisa Bonet: THE ICON

                                                                             Bohemian Modern