Posts tagged black fashion
Style Shots—GQ x GAP Ian Velardi
Photography by Chaucee Stillman
Words by Swabreen Bakr
I’m kind of … ok pretty obsessed with this GQ for GAP collaboration featuring the best new menswear designers in America 2012. The Fall 2012 trends for womenswear include a lot odes to masculinity so with that inspiration in mind-and my current love for black and white minimalism-I put this look together featuring Ian Velardi’s Triangle Print shirt ($60), with a cool leather jacket, Uniqlo jeans, some ultra feminine high heels from ASOS, plus a pair of Warby Parker glasses for this cool and confident look.
The shirt that I’m wearing is a men’s xtra-small, it fits quite nicely in the shoulders and neck but the arms are a bit long. It’s super comfortable and is pretty sexy with a nice pencil skirt too.
This GQ for GAP collection has a lot of super cool items, I highly recommend both men and women check out. They’re a couple of items in there that are unisex enough that a girl with the right attitude can rock. The ampersand sweat shirt and pom pom beanie from Saturdays along with my other purchase BLK DENIM’s Liberté tee are two good options.
Style Shots—Black & Gold
Photography by Rashid Zakat
Words by Swabreen Bakr
Summer 2012’s fashion consisted of a lot of intense color blocking and neon colors, Fall 2012 is way more subdued with trends like leather, gold and burgundy dominating. This statement peplum top from Zara nicely channels Fall’s opulent noir trend.
This look is styled with a lot of gold accessories; some vintage, some real and some costume, the more the better! Fall’s big plum color trend is channeled in the nail color. Your nail color is an accessory too, play it up!
Style Shots—High Contrast Minimalism
Photo by Rashid Zakat
Words by Swabreen Bakr
Two of my favorite Fall trends are high contrast black and white ensembles and loose menswear-inspired trousers; it is after all the season of the pant! This BGBC black pair have a super comfortable almost pajama-like feel, but they’re perfect for looking effortlessly put together. While neons reigned in the height of summer here they work as accents instead of being the main event.
Style Shots—Purple & Gold
Photography & Words by: Swabreen Bakr
Spotted Devan around Rittenhouse and loved this ensemble featuring the trendy berry colors for fall, accented with vintage gold accessories. A nicely put together late summer outfit.
Fashion Landscape Vol 3.
Location: FDR Park, Philadelphia
Photography by: Swabreen Bakr
Model: Tymbre
After our previous shoot at the FDR Skatepark, Tymbre and I wandered around exploring the rest of the FDR park. We were in awe that some place to beautiful and peaceful was a mere 20 min train ride from downtown Philadelphia.
Tymbre rocks the neon trend on her nails, while her knit top is a must have for these beautiful Spring days.
Sneak Peek at next week’s Fashion Landscape photo-shoot.
The Interview: Erik Honesty’s Cultured Couture Vintage
There’s an incredible entrepreneurial spirit sweeping across Philadelphia, young creatives are taking matters into their own hands and reshaping how we consume style, art and music. Today we profile one such creative, Erik Honesty, owner of Cultured Couture Vintage and one of the best dressed men in Philadelphia.
Cultured Couture Vintage
Photography by Swabreen Bakr
When it comes to men’s fashion, it’s all about the details. Erik Honesty creates a unique and elegant environment for the sartorially inclined at his shop, Cultured Couture Vintage.
Fashion Landscape Vol 2.
Location: FDR Skatepark, Philadelphia
Photography by: Swabreen Bakr
Model: Tymbre
We were super excited to shoot at this location and had quite the adventure. It’s kind of an intimidating place for two girls to be wandering around by themselves while young guys are trying to skate, but it was worth it to get these amazing shots!
The whole FDR Park is an amazing place and almost a hidden gem in Philly. We highly recommend going to check it out, it’s just a train ride away on the Broad St. line.
Fashion Landscape Vol. 1
Location: Northern Liberties, Philadelphia
Photography by: Swabreen Bakr
Model: Tymbre, Stylist/Image consultant
Northern Liberties currently has a variety landscapes as it transitions from a hub of industrial-era factories to modern condos. On one block you’ll find a brightly colored mural, another will be plastered with wheat pastes and graffiti, while another will house recently constructed homes made with a mixture of wood and concrete. Around all of this are the abandoned factories that were once the economic engine of the city. A truly interesting place to explore.Our model Tymbre, fearlessly wandered down random blocks with us while looking for the perfect photo location.
