Mirror Mirror
Musings on style and culture
Shatha Hassoun wore this eccentric piece of art as a corset top in one of her scenes in music video Alaa Eldeen, style by me. Check out the video & full wardrobe styling here Later, Nicki wears same style with an elaborate headdress in one scene from her music video Va Va Voom. Check out the video here
Who do you think wore it best?
Love how Rei from Thailand looks like a fresh spring flower on a winter day!
On the street in Navigli, Italy. Shirt:Zara, Leggings: Designer from Thailand, Shoes: Vintage market, Jacket: H&M, Bag: Zara
Taking her floral shirt clubbing, all she had to do was change into burgundy velvet leggings, pull the outfit together with a blue jacket and change her bag for an evening clutch.
At Sho club, Italy. Shirt:Zara, Leggings: American Apparel, Jacket: H&M, Clutch: Alexander McQueen
Style never grows old! Check out that individual signature with personal touches like his beret, scarf and the amazing mix and match of color!
So my sister decided to leave me (ok that's a bit dramatic) and travel to Milan for one whole year to finish her business Design degree in in the school of Domus Academy, Italy. Although I miss her like hell, am very proud of her brave endeavor of making a success story of herself (that's her in the picture with our stylish gentleman). I love travel, being thrown into a totally foreign city where you don't know the language and being forced to step out of your comfort zone. Am sure it brings out all those amazing traits in you that you would have never thought existed before.
And what I really love is the melange of culture and style found on the streets. Looking at style from a different point of view is such an inspiration and I have demanded that she becomes my Italian street fashion correspondent so I can share the muse!
Looking through this shop window is like peeking into another style era - it almost looks staged!
If you have an eye for photography and spotting special moments, please feel free to share with me your street style pics and I will feature them in my next posts :)
Are you constantly looking for that next perfect pair of jeans to add to your collection of over 10 pairs? Jeans is an essential wardrobe staple for all the different reasons ranging from practicality and comfort to style. Nothing easier than grabbing a pair of jeans and dressing it up for a night out or down with trendy tees and jackets. But still, I always get questions on how and where to land the perfect pair for my body shape? When shopping with clients, I can make their lives easier by picking specific styles but it's really hard listing all the variances to look for when I don't know what your exact body shape is! My answer has always been that you can't just fit into any brand or size -you need to look at specific details and styles/cuts that will flatter your unique shape starting with the waist, crotch to the pockets and definitely legs width and style. Even the wash of the denim has a great effect in visually slimming or adding a few pounds.
So just last week, I stumbled upon Nomo, a new shop open in Sunset mall and it looked like the answer to everyone's prayers!
Previously found only in Hamburg and Helsinki, it has a lot of promises to offer to the Dubai fashion crowd. As their story goes, NOMO makes computer-assisted made-to-measure jeans. You simply walk in the shop, choose the cut, color, effects and numerous details. Then they will take your precise measurements with their 3D body scanner - YES a body scanner - and your perfect made to measure jeans is only a month and a half dream away! To add to that,they arrive with a guaranteed satisfaction. So I do think the guys at Nomo will keep their promises.
I asked the sales lady if all those specific measurements means no one else can wear your jeans, and her answer was YES - it won't fit anyone but you!
Now even though I am the proud owner of 6 currently worn pairs of jeans,I am intrigued to try having my own personalized jeans. What do you think of this concept? Let me know if any of you tried it too!
I love people who are true to themselves and confident enough in their own skin to pull off any outfit and carry themselves with poise. I believe everyone should feel great about the way the look and have fun reflecting their best image to the world! No fashion is “in” unless it’s “out” of your unique style. But you are NOT what designer brands you wear! It saddens me to see/hear some people judging themselves and others by their latest “it” buys or lack of it. Since when has high street brands become an indication of a lesser social status? Yes, some people do think that they can not be seen sporting anything less than a designer branded look from head to toe. This is not just wrong, it’s a pity. It only shows that you lack self confidence, style and creativity. Am definitely pro designer brands – we all love the luxury, quality, attention to detail and craftsmanship that goes into creating each unique piece – but I wouldn’t buy any piece just because it’s a designer label. I will only invest in it because it looks great and fits perfectly on me – just like any other label. And I specifically hate “in your face” printed logos. We all mix designer with high street and we won’t have to explain ourselves for it! Copying the latest catwalk or window look won’t win you the style stakes. Creating your own unique style will. Look inside yourself and outside your window for inspiration – and am not talking shop windows :) Street style is the truest form of real fashion. Your own unique personality should show in the details of how you style your look. Get inspired by your favorite designers, style icons, movies, songs, books, nature… but please don’t turn into another copy cat fashionista!
So I have been in the image, fashion and styling business for 7 years now - contemplating writing my own blog but never getting down to it... Today I decided it's "better late than never" time I do what I always wanted - share my stories, behind the scenes secrets, tips and advice - and most of all - hear back from you!
