Christina Westley

February 10, 2015

Ticking Time Bomb

One of the best things ever is when you put together something simple and comfortable and it still comes out looking cool. I just recently got into bomber jackets, and admittedly, hate I didn’t jump onto this trend sooner. These warm and cozy jackets add some edge to any outfit they’re paired with. And especially considering my love for all black, I have something I can throw on to make things look a little more interesting.

I used some new shades from Aldo as my pop of color. One, I think they look great and two, the reflected lenses can serve as both a mirror or block from having to look anyone in the eyes. This is a pretty basic look, but is one of my everyday favorites.

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The Magic Touch – photographer Luke Meagher

Jacket – Renegades Boutique

Sunglasses – Aldo (click here to buy same ones featured)

February 6, 2015

Denim Friday

Luckily enough, my post-grad work has allowed me to completely ignore the concept of “Casual Fridays”. But boy, do I remember those corporate intern days of repeating the same few pairs of black slacks Monday through Thursday, feeling elated as Friday finally allowed me to be a normal human being again. Therefore, in honor of all my friends out there forced to follow a strict office dress code, I decided to share my version of wearing denim on Friday.

A while ago I came across this great H&M denim button-down that I can wear in so many ways. It’s great for layering, in the summer, it can be worn when it’s a little chilly out and of course there’s always the option of buttoning it and wearing it as a shirt. However, the only problem was, that when I wore it alone I always felt like I couldn’t wear blue jeans. There was just way too much denim going on for me.

So, by mixing in some bold pieces of different fabrics and colors, I was able to break up the monotony some and make this a much more interesting outfit. The wool cape is not only great for this season, but the open neck and revealed arms allow a peak of the denim shirt. Since I was working with all neutrals, it was easy to throw on this black hat to match a black pair of my favorite heels. This added an element of femininity below the waist to balance to the looser fitting boyfriend jean. By paying attention to the details and experimenting with pieces, Fridays don’t look lazy, just casual and fun–as they should be!

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The Magic Touch – photographer Luke Meagher

Cape – New York & Co.

Shirt – H&M

Shoes – Aldo (click here to buy same shoes featured)

February 1, 2015

That Grey, White, Lavenderish Furry Coat

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While back in my hometown of Cincinnati during the holidays I came across a furry coat that immediately caught my eye. BCBG Max Azria had just gotten in a shipment of “BCBG Paris” pieces, one of which is this dramatic number right here.

In the dressing room my sister told me I looked like a pimp…and after some honest reflection, I knew she was right. But that’s because I was in an Ohio mall of all places–of course I was coming off like a Dej Loaf aspirant. However, upon returning to New York City, I knew the reception would be different. More importantly, I knew the “feeling” that it’d give me walking the streets of the city as though life was one big dress-up party. Therefore, in deciding to create this blog, where I visually share with you the person I’ve become and am evolving into, I thought “why not start with that grey, white, lavenderish furry coat?”

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The Magic Touch – photographer Luke Meagher

Coat – BCBG Paris

Shoes – Calvin Klein (click here to buy a similar pair of the shoes featured)