How would you describe yourself and what you do?
I am a full-time fashion blogger and writer, but I will be starting a new job in the fashion industry starting in January, where I will be using a lot of the things that I have learned from blogging! I will reveal my new career path soon on the blog, once things are finalized! I am also a dreamer because I am always making up stories in my head and dreaming of all the places in the world I want to travel to and all the people I want to meet along the way.
What is your take on the ever increasing importance placed on bloggers in the fashion world?
I think bloggers are a very, very important part of the fashion world because we are the real girls who are the targets of all the big brands around the world. We are the one's who really care about fashion and making it our own in any way we can, even if we are just students or don't even have a career in fashion. Fashion bloggers blog about fashion because they love it, and I think this fact is very pure, real, and down-to-earth. It's not always glitz and glam/ high fashion for us, and I think this is what makes us so intriguing. We provide provide a relatable perspective of fashion that includes everyone, especially the girl next door. There is such a strength in the connections we have made online through our thoughts on fashion and our personal style. The fact that so many flock to check out blogs relentlessly everyday really speaks for themselves. I think people are tired of the repetitiveness of magazines and the breaking down of fashion into specific trends and season. Fashion blogging is a fresh perspective that provides new inspiration every single day, sometimes even every single hour. There is no limits with fashion blogging, and I see bloggers becoming an even more integral part of the fashion world.
What inspires your style?
I am inspired by so much. Everything around me inspires me: people on the street, nature, a character of a novel, a color combination I randomly spot, bloggers, movies, etc. I really am most inspired by street style though. I love seeing all the eclectic and unexpected ways normal people wear things.
What criteria do you use when selecting which outfits you will photograph?
If I feel really good about what I am wearing that day, I will decided to take a photo of it. Sometimes I dress knowing that I want to take an outfit picture, and sometimes I dress without much though but then just decided to take an outfit pic last second. It really depends on my mood and how good I feel about how I look. I think taking outfit pics are so much fun. I like to go out and find interesting locations, and I love being able to create something pleasing to the eye with a picture.
What era of fashion is most influential to you personally?
This is a really hard question because I am inspired by so many era. But I really love the bohemian vice from the 60's and 70's, as well as the Hollywood glamour of the 40's and 50's (like Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn). I also really love the colorful and wacky prints of the 80's era (I love Molly Ringwald). I would say my style is a mix of all of these, with a modern day touch.
If you could raid anyone's closet living or dead who would it be and why?
I think this is such an obvious answer, but I think I would have to raid Alexa Chung's closet because she always looks impeccable. Everything she wears is extremely chic, with a little touch of boyishness and preppy which I love. I cannot even imagine how amazing her closet really is! If I had the chance to dig through it, I would be so happy! Alexa stays true to her individual sense of style and that is why I adore her! Plus, she has personality to back it all up with!
What music are you currently listening to?
I have a very eclectic musical taste. I love nearly everything and anything, from techno or country to classic rock and pop. Classic rock is my absolute favorite. I love The Doors, Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, The Who, The Rolling Stones. My Dad and I share the same music taste and he is the one who first introduced me to all this great music that is timeless. I also really love The Strokes, The Black Keyes, Vampire Weekend, The Noisettes, First Aid Kit, Paolo Nutini, Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson, Bruno Mars, Drake, and lots of other bands and musicians. I even enjoy some Taylor Swift now and then. There is also so much music on my play list that I have no idea who the artist is, but is a song that I really love. I am always coming across random music on the Internet and have them becoming my new favorites. Still, in the end, classic rock is my favorite.
What trends are you looking forward to this season?
I am looking forward to seeing more of the bohemian trend. I am loving crochet, long and flow fabrics, slouchy knits, and anything inspired by nature. I think it is so romantic and pretty!
What are your favorite things about the Melie Bianco bags you chose and what caused you to gravitate towards them in the first place?
One of the bags I got was the Alyssa Expandable Shoulder bag and it is my absolutely favorite bag at the moment. It is perfect in every way: simple with a touch of toughness with the gold metal hardware, the shape is classic, and its overall look is super edgy (in an Alexander Wang sort of way). I have been searching all over for the perfect black bag that I can wear both on my arm and over my shoulder with a long strap, and this one is just perfect in every way! I always get compliments on it because everyone thinks it is a designer piece! Thanks Melie Bianco!
Blog about what you love, stay true to yourself, don't be afraid to take risks, and always keep a constant connection with other bloggers. It all grows from here.
Where do you see yourself ten years from now? Will you still be blogging?
I see myself continuing working in the fashion industry, in social media and marketing parts of it, and I probably will still be blogging, but maybe not to the extent as I am now. Most likely, I will be blogging about more things than just fashion, like traveling, my love of food, and my family (if I have one by then . . . I hope so!). Basically, I see myself all over the world in the name of fashion, with a steady job, a beautiful family, and living a simple yet very happy life!
When building an outfit do you start with the accessories or the clothing?
I definitely start with the clothing. The accessories are always the last thing I put on. But I love how a single bracelet can bring a whole look together or make an outfit really stand out. I just picked up some great pieces at Forever 21 that I cannot wait to incorporate into my looks!
What is your favorite piece of clothing and why?
There are so many favorite things in my wardrobe, but I think my absolute favorite must be my black motorcycle leather jacket from Zara because I can wear it with anything. I am not sure what to put over my dress or top, or if I am strapped on time, I can always count on my leather jacket to save me at the last second.
When do you first remember being aware of fashion?
I remember being aware of fashion at a very young age. My mom was a very beautiful dresser and had the most fabulous wardrobe. She always had fashion magazines lying around and I devoured them since I was little. I knew all the names of the famous supermodels and my favorite was Cindy Crawford. My mom even took me to go see Kate Moss at an autograph signing when I was around 7 or 8, I think, then that I really became intrigued with fashion and models and all that. My mom used to draw figurines for me to color in and dress up with my designs. Fashion has always been a part of my life and it has always come naturally to me.
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