Italy delivered some bold street style last week. Here our some isostilo’s favorites from Milan’s fashion week. Bright neon is winning my heart at the moment. Inspiration is off the chart. Time to let loose with your personal style. BTW add some green to your life. Totally respecting how it takes on different personalities in some of these images.
As I was searching for some inspiration for possible new sunglasses, I came across style icons Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway in The Thomas Crown Affair (great movie and will watch again on my upcoming trip). Not only the eyewear but the fisherman sweater, trench, headscarf, and neutral tones have me thinking they exude cool, perfect style. These pics also reaffirm that all these pieces should be in everyone’s wardrobe. They are timeless and classic. What else can I say? I just recently checked off the fisherman sweater and love it. I will be trying on the SM iconic style Persol’s 649- Originals as well as the ISBA from Oliver Peoples. Trenches and scarves, every stylish designer has their take in this department. So find your favorite and it will be worth the investment.
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Jane Birkin is without a doubt a style icon. The pictures say it all! Her timeless and classic beauty inspires all (isostilo included). She has an effortless and natural demeanor of the girl next door. Her simple style takes her from city cool to beachside casual in simple classic pieces. Her basic white tee-shirt paired with a fringed denim is edgy, sexy, and sweet all at the same time. Always feminine but the rolled up shirt sleeves coupled with layered necklaces take the look into new territories. Her style is hers and Jane wears the clothes. Her casual elegance is perfection! The basket bag never gets old. The five summer styles pictured above show all the basic pieces one needs in their closet: tee-shirt, white button down, denim of your choice, espadrilles, simple bikini or a simple black one piece , and a woven bag. (Madewell, J.Crew, Net-A-Porter, and Mango are always good places to start your search)
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A pre Memorial Day rule breaker but when you love something there are no rules!
Hitting the streets with my gal pal to explore the hidden gems of Beacon Hill. Going bright with a crisp full leg cord trouser paired with a playful navy sweater from Comme des Garcons (a year round piece). Nike Air Max sneakers because who doesn’t wear sneakers these days but also perfect for marching the streets and climbing stairs to view the lovely gardens. Also CPW is looking pretty good. I love to be hands free so my Bottega Veneta is really in the mix these days. Casual afternoon attire with no fuss to enjoy a happy spring day with a friend!
Part 2: With a small window of time to freshen up my look before heading out for an evening with some sweet mamas from my son’s school. I swapped out the sweater but kept the navy look because I was digging the blue and white combo. A quick change into a short sleeve solid navy t-shirt and an oversized navy blazer with white dots from Maison Kitsune. Added a pink lippy for a pop of color to my face.
Mama’s new Marni bag from Mother’s Day. This clutch was made for me! When your boys know your style you just get giddy with excitement especially when it is totally unexpected with NO HINTS! Ready for the night with the just the essentials. xo
FYI I am a big believer in wearing pieces over and over again. I love occasionally adding a new piece into the mix. Life is busy enough and getting dressed should be fun, easy, and no stress!
I’m coming at you today while chillin at home with my simple go to uniform on this rainy Saturday. A style that is also ready for an outing by just sliding into a pair of kicks. Keeping it low-key just like a Saturday should be with just three basic pieces. EFFORTLESS! What is your go to look?
Men’s Lacoste cardigan (men’s for a bit more oversized fit), white tee from Everlane (super soft and moves with you), Simon Miller denim (go to denim)
City living and keeping the look fresh and light is the goal. Who doesn’t love the sweet spot before the summer temps strike?! Yesterday’s look was all about being able to properly chill in the park. Spring and all its glory is giving everyone a reason to dress with pops of color. Darker tones can have a much deserved timeout.
OOTD: Nike Airmax (walking on clouds), Frame Denim (all about the slit), A Detacher sweater (from Covet & Lou is getting lots of wear so CPW is coming down!), Bottega Veneta bag (an oldie but goodie gift from my husband is a timeless piece), iDeal of Sweden phone cover, watch borrowed from my husband, OTIS sunglasses
A total errand day! Getting ready for a weekend in Vermont along with some Easter bunny duties. The sun was shining and the weather had me in a pickle. I questioned the temperature would reach high 50’s but it is spring and I was optimistic. I went with layers. Super easy to peel off as the day warmed up. I have been committed to breaking out some old goodies from my closet and yesterday was the perfect day to for a spring friendly knit sweater. The sweater was the piece and the rest was easy. Paired with a current denim style that has a fuller leg, a stripe top (stripes always in style), white kicks, and finished off the outfit with an on trend piece, a cloth bag. I went with a denim on denim look but could have easily gone with a trench jacket.
The ANNELORE sweater was from the good old days when Louis Boston was on Newbury Street. I loved this store for their curated selection of merchandise. They were hunters of upcoming brands along with bold designers like Dries Van Noten. Each floor was beautifully arranged. It was a place to explore and a paradise for fashion mavens.
