Inspiration: CSS
If you’ve checked out the Inspiration page this month or been a reader of Sophista-Funk, you already know that I have major love for Cansei de Ser Sexy (more commonly known as CSS). Not only is their music almost always what I’m in the mood for, everyone in the group has enviable style, especially the front woman, LoveFoxxx. On days when I’ve listened to their songs on repeat, days like today, I just want to put on my lime green... Read More
Inspiration: Porcelain
A daily dose of inspiration courtesy of Li Xiaofeng. Read More
Inspiration: Shalamar
Source: Style Frizz It is an understatement to say that fashion is influenced by music not to mention- both are quite obviously influenced by current events. What we listen to and what we choose to wear says a great deal about our lives. On a personal level, I have always looked to my favorite artists for inspiration. When I was younger, I trusted that celebrities knew more than me – had been exposed to more things- and had the resources available... Read More
Inspiration: Golden Girls
All credit goes to Linde and Chris for making this observation: It seems like nowadays, hipster girls are channeling the original chick clique- The Golden Girls for fashion inspiration. From full coverage polyester and lace dresses that are borrowed from grandmother’s closet to sequin drenched tunics, the influence of the Golden Girls can be spotted both on the streets and the runway (super saturated blazers and early 90s florals are gonna... Read More
Inspiration: Fashion Week Part 2
So this is the last post on Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Last week was busy/hard and so it was extra challenging to stay on top of all of the different shows that were happening, still, I think I’ve done a pretty good job of documenting some of the good, the bad, and the delicious and now I want to move on to the arena of indie designers. Favorites: Reema Acra J. Mendel Zac Posen Reem Acra: I will confess to only knowing about Reem Acra... Read More
Inspiration: Barbie, Rhinestones, Childhood
Lela Rose The fashion show madness continues and I have to admit that I haven’t enjoyed the shows this much in many seasons. I’m also starting to notice a few patterns in the silhouettes that I’ve been selecting as highlights from the shows. It doesn’t surprise me that I’m loving the bell skirts with super cinched waists because it’s a flattering shape for my figure. Monique Lhuillier Although I’ve talked... Read More
Inspiration: Equestrians
Photo courtesy of UltimateHorseSite.com As a young girl, I used to dream of having golden Palomino named Sandstorm, Sandy for short. It seems unlikely that I’ll be getting one any time soon but that hasn’t stopped me from loving all things equestrian. Lucky for me, all the pomp and formality of equestrian culture was a major inspiration for the fashion industry this fall. I envision myself prancing around town in a tailored blazer and... Read More
