Trend Alert: Pinafore (how to style it )

Since ages ago pinafore was known to be a casual piece for everyday wear. Now it's different, now you can wear a pinafore/overall anytime anywhere, just by adding the perfect pieces that would totally convert the whole look to make it into whatever you want. In this blog post I'm going to be telling you all about the key for the perfect pinafore outfit for wherever you're going.

 
So it's summertime now you start your day going grocery shopping, going to the park, or just being lazy at home. For that you want to start your day with something effortless, minimal, and comfortable. For that you have several outfit choices. 

Either you go with a really plain tee underneath and maybe a pair of chucks or some sneakers you know these are in style too ;) For accessorizing I would prefer to keep it simple, maybe a pair of stud earrings, a couple of dainty bracelets, and of course your watch. I would wear a stylish colorful backpack that brings a youthful spirit to the outfit, or just wear my spacious casual bag that is still stylish. And to frame your face just wear your favorite shades that makes your face the cutest.  

Or add sophistication to the outfit by wearing a slash neck stripped top. And put on an understated sandal that has a platform in the front to keep you comfortable all morning long. As for accessories, if no one told you arm candy is the new accessories then here I am telling you so, so maybe add a leather wrap around your wrist plus a couple of chain bracelets, some spiked ones, or maybe ones that are studded. If your outfit is too neutral maybe ad a hot pink lip or a red one. Wear a mini long strapped shoulder bag that would hold your phone, keys, and money. 

Or wanna look sexy and feminine throughout your day ?? Then a cropped top or a bandeau bra is what you're looking for. For that day when you want to look extra girly, then go for a pinafore/overall in the form of a dress, underneath it wear a colorful bandeau bra or a lacy one that would turn heads for you. For shoes you don't wanna look like you're trying too hard, so a pair of ballet flats will do. Wear your favorite everyday bag. For accessories a pair of hoop earrings and layer on some simple dainty chain necklaces of different lengths just to give you some shine. I guarantee you he will want to take you out every day all day. 

Or if you're going for the childish playful look, then your main piece should be playful and by playful I mean Polka dotted, striped, or any other fun print all over it. when you have a lot of prints then you go for.... ??

yeah that's right a plain white tee. To complete your youthful look then wear a pair of flatform sneakers and maybe a neon cross body purse. Add a cute bow to your half updo for extra cuteness. Again, arm candy but this time keep it colorful. 

After you spent your morning shopping or just goofing around, now lets take our pinafore to a higher level, let's take it into evening mode, lets say you're going out for dinner with the girls or the guy. I think you wanna look a little bit more polished so lets take a look at polished pinafore looks. 

Wear a blazer that would instantly make the outfit a lot more evening appropriate. For this look you can wear a simple blazer, a tuxedo white blazer, or something like the Chanel  lady-like blazers. Wear your favorite lady-like purse, or a fancy clutch, and a pair of pointed pumps, or just some heeled strappy  sandals. For accessories just put on a classic statement necklace and  some simple earrings, and stack on some rings. If you want a little bit more than go for the bold lip and cat eye look. 

Chic is tailored so try on a fine tailored pinafore dress with a bright color.Underneath that wear a white, classic, over-sized, silk shirt, silk makes the outfit look a lot more classy. For shoes put on pointy pumps that would make you look more confident and a small lady-like purse. If your outfit is only colorful but plain, then let's go bold on the accessories, so a statement necklace and some noisy bangles on your wrist, a pair of classic large pearl earrings, and don't forget your watch !!

To look extra classy put your hair up in a socket bun or just do any random updo ;)

Black and white when you don't know what to wear just go black and white it will make you look so classic, chic, and put together.

If you want to style your boring plain black pinafore/overall, now is the time when you want to add spirit by adding prints. Modern striped are the vertical ones so try to incorporate them in your plain boring outfits. To keep your commitment to black and white add a pair of white pumps, and you're favorite white clutch that has black accents. For accessories keep it simple because we have a bold print so either go with white or black leather jewelry, or just silver because gold is now a color.   

Trend Alert: Pinafore Trend (Different Textures)

The pinafore trend has done good to the world, you can slip it on and you are out the door. They are definitely suitable for all four seasons because of their wide range of materials. You can get a leather, denim, linen, tailored, cotton, or even a silk pinafore piece.
Okay then, lets take a look at the different textures and materials of pinafore, so you can get an idea which material is better for your situation and your weather. 



For summer and its hot weather its better if you go with more of a light weight material that will help you through out the hot day, like silk, linen, denim-like materials, and cotton. Also light, colors work better than darker ones because dark colors absorb all the heat coming from the sun unlike light bright colors that reflect the heat and will keep you cooler. Besides, summer is known for its crazy brighter colors, so why be boring ?

For winter its different, of course you meed to go for heavier materials that will keep you warm, especially materials that will block the air from reaching your skin, something like leather, heavy denim, maybe a tailored material, or just add either a heavy jacket on top or a warm knitted sweater underneath, with heavy opaque tights and some furry boots to keep you warm and comfortable. 

As for fall and spring they are pretty much the same, except for the difference in the color choices of your outfits, for instance by spring time you really need to bring more colors and brightness to your outfits and wardrobe. Unlike fall though, for fall you gravitate more towards heavier materials like leather and wool, also towards darker colors like burgundy, khaki, navy, and so on...... Although spring and fall at some point have the same climate, but still we like to wear lighter pieces in spring and heavier ones by fall, its just something that we do unconsciously. So just wear your favorite pinafore and throw a light knitted cardigan on top and you are ready to go. 

                                                                                                       

Trend Alert: Pinafore Trend (Forms of Pinafore)

This blog post series is going to be all about the pinafore trend that you are seeing everywhere. In this post I'm going to be talking about different forms of pinafore/overall weather it's in the form of a short, skirt, or even pants. There will be other posts about different materials, how to style them, and so on ..... so stay tuned for them.
Anyway, lets start our talk about different forms of pinafore/overall. 

In the form of pants :

 

 

In the form of shorts :

In the skirt/dress form :

Monochromatic Black

The monochromatic trend is one thing and and the monochromatic black is another thing. When it comes to all black i don't like to consider it a trend just because a trend comes and goes, unlike the all black phenomena.  



All black outfits are outfits that you can definitely make on your own, they are also the kind of outfits which do not need a lot of inspiration to be created.








Besides, all black outfits have slimming benefits, as I said in my previous blog post about the monochromatic trend, that it visually slenderize your body, same about all black outfits, the fact that they are black, this  doubles up the slenderizing action.






 The key for the perfect all black outfit is to mix textures and patterns, or else the outfit might appear a little bit boring having the same color, texture, and pattern. 

Today I Was Sketching....