After years of being a loyal fan of the mini skirt, i'm venturing into new territory...the midi skirt. This particular style, from Anine Bing, is a perfect mix of both feminine and masculine style elements. The silk fabric allows the skirt to skim your body, accentuating your figure, whilst the terracotta/black colour combo adds depth to the look. But for me, what I love the most about this skirt, is the distressed zebra print. It toughens up this otherwise feminine silhouette and adds that all important 'edge' that I like to create with my outfits.
I wanted the overall outfit to continue with the notion of a juxtaposition between feminine and masculine. To achieve this, I have paired the skirt with a beautiful chunky knit, with exaggerated bell sleeves, from Temperley. Known more so for print, Temperley always delivers great seasonal knitwear in an array of pleasing colours. This soft lilac works well to offset against the Autumnal terracotta skirt. Adding a touch of 'Keanu Reeves in The Matrix circa 1999' to the outfit, is a full length leather coat from Altuzarra. Again, here I was playing with masculinity.
Accessories - This Chloe bag, with metal chain hardware, is a perfect everyday bag. For me this style is ideal for work or leisure - it looks the part but is also practical. A simple black leather boot, from Office, works well to not overcomplicate the ensemble but as always it has a surprise design element in the form of a tortoiseshell heel. Completing the look, I opted for Spring coloured jewel earrings from Roxanne Assoulin. The colours perfectly match that of the sweater - and who says just because it's November you can't wear pastels?
Brands: Temperley, Anine Bing, Altuzarra, Office, Chloe, Roxanne Assoulin
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