 WHAT IS AESTHETIC IN FASHION?The word aesthetic, according to the famous Merriam-Webster, means “pleasing in appearance : ATTRACTIVE.” In the fashion world, aesthetic refers to a specific style of dressing. If someone wears small gold hoops, claw clips, neutral colors, and Aritzia jeans, they are choosing to dress in the “clean girl aesthetic." This aesthetic is characterized by looking put together, more minimalist, fresh-faced, and wearing neutral tones. Other examples of aesthetics include the Y2K, E-girl, VSCO girl, preppy, grunge, and cottagecore aesthetics.
WHY WE FEEL THE NEED TO CONFINE OURSELVES TO A SINGLE AESTHETIC I’d like to begin this section of the blog post by highlighting a personal experience. Growing up, I LOVED examining and analyzing the outfits characters wore in tv shows and movies. Since most shows are exaggerated depictions of reality, the “goth” character would be hyper-goth, always donning black clothes and heavy makeup; the “sporty” character was only seen wearing sneakers and t-shirts, etc. In these fictional friend groups, each character would have their own unique, exaggerated sense of style that they would never stray from. I always admired the idea of each friend having a signature look. I love experimenting with my style, but even now I find myself getting caught in the trap of wanting to be defined by a single aesthetic like the characters I looked up to growing up. Social media has also conditioned us to believe that in order to be fashionable, we need to pick a lane and stay in it. If we try out too many different looks and aesthetics, social media deems us “lost” and having no original sense of style. TikTok especially preaches style as maintaining a consistent aesthetic day in, day out. PROBLEMS THAT ARISE FROM STICKING TO ONE AESTHETIC
HOW TO BREAK THE HABIT OF STICKING TO A SINGLE AESTHETICOne way to get out of this one aesthetic mindset is to try out all the aesthetics that appeal to you. Keep track of which elements from each aesthetic you like and don’t like, compiling a list. For example, you may love fairycore’s flowy maxi skirts but hate the green and brown color palette. Take this information and apply it to your own personal style and way of dressing. Another tip for breaking out of the one aesthetic mindset is to dress for your mood. Some days you may feel grumpy and tired, donning all black and comfy sweats, while other days you feel sexy and want to wear a two-piece going out set with cutouts. Matching your outfits to your mood rather than an aesthetic gives you more room for creativity and exploration. It is also important to remember that fashion is supposed to be fun! Limiting yourself to dressing in one style is not fun. FINAL THOUGHTSNext time you are on social media and see a post about “finding your aesthetic,” remember that confining yourself to a single aesthetic is a curse. Dress in whatever makes you feel happy and the most you, don’t be afraid to experiment, and always remember that fashion is fun! SEE YOU NEXT SATURDAY WITH ANOTHER FASHION POST.
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9/10/2022 0 Comments FALL 2022 FASHION VISION BOARD It's that time of year again! Time for my seasonal fashion vision board. While I can appreciate the autumn vibes the preppy, dark academia aesthetic gives off, I'm declaring fall 2022 a "colorful fit fall." I feel the most like myself when I am sporting a bright shade or colorful patterned clothing, so I will be incorporating a lot of color into my autumn looks. Below is a breakdown of my fashion vision board and the styles I cannot wait to wear this season. COLORFUL KNIT SWEATERSI have been gravitating towards knitwear recently and I am absolutely head over heels for colorful sweaters. These past few years I have always reached for a hoodie when the weather gets chilly, but this year I want to spice up my style and try out knit sweaters instead. BEADED JEWELRYA fashion goal of mine this fall is to step up my accessory game. I love the look of beaded jewelry- it is so fun and playful! My plan is to buy beads and elastic cord to create my own one-of-a-kind bracelets (keep an eye out for a blog post on this!). THE COLOR ORANGEOrange is such an autumn color, yet I never find myself wearing this shade in the fall. I actually own a fair amount of orange pieces, so I plan to incorporate this autumn-approved color in as many looks as I can this year. LAYERINGI am a layering gal through and through. There's just something so stylish about throwing a baggy tee over a tight long sleeve shirt. 2014 tumblrThe niche topic I LOVE to talk about is the 2014 Tumblr era, so it's no surprise that this fall I plan on dressing as a Tumblr girl. For those of you that don't know what I mean when I say 2014 Tumblr fashion, I'm referring to oversized jean jackets, tennis skirts, thigh high socks, tote bags, and anything American Apparel. Be sure to follow my Instagram to see the outfits I end up wearing this fall :) SEE YOU NEXT SATURDAY WITH ANOTHER FASHION POST.
 Back in January of this year I wrote a blog post featuring my five favorite fashion brands at the time. I thought it would be fun to revisit this article topic and write about my current favorite brands. lonely ghostThis brand will forever be in my top five. I have been an Indy Blue fan since her YouTube travel video days, and I think her clothing label is iconic. Currently, my favorite Lonely Ghost item in my closet is my brown hoodie donning the words "It's 2021, it's cool to care." I actually bought this sweatshirt at the beginning of 2022 because I think this will be an awesome vintage piece in the future! It might be a problem, but I often think this way when buying clothes. I ask myself, "Will my future kids think this item is cool?"  Here are a few of Lonely Ghost's recent items I've had my eye on: HEAVEN BY Marc JacobsI am utterly obsessed with Marc Jacobs' Heaven collection. While I do not personally own any Marc Jacobs Heaven items, I admire the craftsmanship of the garments. My favorite piece is a brown knit sweater donning a pink rat and the words "rat girl," a piece from a collaboration between Marc Jacobs and Stray Rats founder Julian Consuegra. Living in Chicago and seeing rats frequently, I love the idea of wearing a sweater around town that says "rat girl."  model Lola Leon wearing Ratgirl in Heaven, 2021 @BUGGIRL200My favorite small business at the moment is the amazing @buggirl200, run by Madison Sinclair. She sells humorous celebrity merchandise that very much highlights her quirky sense of humor and style. Her designs never fail to make me chuckle. Her pieces are also so unique and serve as good conversation starters!  I recently purchased a Robert Pattinson crewneck from her site and cannot get over how cool it is! Some other cool @buggirl200 pieces: DEPOPI'm working on being more sustainable and not shopping at fast fashion stores like Princess Polly and Zara. I love going on Depop because I can buy Princess Polly and Zara items secondhand. This way I'm not only saving money, but also giving clothing a new life and buying clothes from brands whose designs I like. I also love finding vintage, one-of-a-kind items on Depop. I have an individuality complex where I love owning something that not many other people have- I know that sounds terrible, but that's just the truth. There are endless amounts of unique pieces on Depop, and I enjoy looking through them and saving the items that match my style. Here are a few items I have saved on Depop right now: Ralph LaurenWith fall approaching, I am excited to pull out my Ralph Lauren sweaters. In my eyes, Ralph Lauren is synonymous with autumn.  Earlier this year I was able to purchase this RL flag sweater on eBay for the low price of 40-something dollars! The Ralph Lauren brand is commonly associated with the preppy aesthetic, academia, and autumn, making it the perfect brand to sport this upcoming season. I am personally looking forward to visiting Ralph's Coffee while wearing an RL sweater (and yes, I will be taking 1,000 Instagram pictures while I'm there). I took a minute to browse Ralph Lauren's online site and pick out a few of my favorite pieces to share in this post. There were so many beautiful sweaters to choose from, I couldn't pick just two to feature. It is interesting to look back at January's blog post and see how my tastes have changed. I'm still very much into Lonely Ghost sweatshirts and second-hand brands like Depop and thredUP, but I have swapped modern preppy stores for the more traditional Ralph Lauren. I am looking forward to my next installment in this series, which I will likely write six months from now. see you next saturday with another fashion post.
8/27/2022 0 Comments WHAT I WORE IN Boyne City, MI If you know me personally, then you probably know my favorite part of the entire year is the week in summer when my family goes up to Boyne City, Michigan. It is the most relaxing place, in my opinion. The beach, the water, the ice cream, the shops; what's not to love? This year, with the help of my photography team aka my family, I documented most of the outfits I wore on this trip. While they may not be show-stopping runway looks, I felt comfortable and cute in every single one, and isn't that what's most important? Bookstore preppy
Maybe it's staying in a house on the lake or maybe it's all the hydrangeas everywhere, but every time I'm in Northern Michigan I cosplay being a preppy person vacationing in Nantucket. Am I the only one who does this? Anyways, this outfit is the epitome of prep with the navy knit Ralph Lauren flag sweater. I actually thrifted this sweater! To balance out the bulkiness of the knitwear I opted for a black mini skirt and sheer black tights. I added my signature white chunky sneakers and some silver jewelry to complete this bookstore, shopping day look. Name 5 Phoebe Bridgers Songs
These are my favorite sweatpants ever. Not only are they a funky design, but they glow in the dark! I decided to wear a comfy outfit when walking to get ice cream one night, and a few fellow Phoebe fans commented on how much they liked my pants :) Letting the sweats be the star of this outfit, I threw on a black cropped tank and my white chunky sneakers to round out the outfit. an amazing trip, overall
If you know me, you know I love a good statement pattern. I bought these amazing overalls from Lisa Says Gah when they were having an online sale. The nice thing about patterned overalls is they are super easy to style. I just added my favorite $5 Target white tee (I seriously own 6 of these tops), my go-to sneakers, and a jade necklace. THE DIY PANTS!
You may remember these jeans from the DIY article I posted last fall. I'll link it here if you want to check it out :) As you can tell from my other outfits, I'm a sucker for a statement piece. For this outfit, that statement piece is my DIY jeans. Once again, I rounded out this look with a white top and white sneakers. LOVIN' LOVESHACKFANCY
Here's another preppy outfit. I couldn't resist bringing this stellar LoveShackFancy dress on the Boyne trip. While I love a comfy sweatpants moment, nothing beats getting dressed up in a feminine dress. WHY CAN'T MY BOYFRIEND SKATE ?!
Okay I know I just said that feminine outfits are my favorite, but how badass is this look??!! I felt like such a cool girl walking into dinner wearing this ensemble. My best friend bought me this vintage Thrasher tee for my birthday, and needless to say I'm obsessed. I'm such a layering girl (which is part of the reason why I'm so excited for fall and cooler weather), so of course I had to add a turtleneck under the graphic tee. I finally swapped out the chunky sneakers and put on some platform Converse to complete this outfit. preppy moment pt. 3
I believe my outfit choices really reflect the fact that I am a Gemini- one day I'm edgy and casual and the next I'm preppy and girly. For our day trip to Harbor Springs, I went with preppy. This has to be one of my favorite outfits from the trip. I wore my LoveShackFancy knit pullover sweater, Aerie skirt, Converse, pink Marc Jacobs sunglasses, and a bunch of fun bracelets. SK8R GRL
This is the outfit I wore to watch the final sunset of the trip. 10/10 for comfort and 10/10 for cool girl vibes. I felt so cool wearing this outfit. Typically, my outfits are more colorful than the looks I sported on this trip, but I'm trying to remind myself that fashion is all about experimentation. I'm allowed to change up my look based on my mood and don't have to confine myself to a single aesthetic. I am excited to write another "What I Wore in Boyne City" next time I visit and see how my style has evolved and changed. Stay tuned. see you next saturday with another fashion post.
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white turtleneck- Princess Polly
pink tank- Poshmark (PacSun)
skirt- Princess Polly
tights- Amazon
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- Valentine Rouge Jewellery
rain jacket- Target
pink tank- Poshmark (PacSun)
skirt- Princess Polly
tights- Amazon
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- Valentine Rouge Jewellery
rain jacket- Target
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white tee- Target
jeans- The Ragged Priest
white spandex shorts- Princess Polly
purse- Urban Outfitters
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- Akira
bracelet- Nomination Italy
jeans- The Ragged Priest
white spandex shorts- Princess Polly
purse- Urban Outfitters
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- Akira
bracelet- Nomination Italy
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dress- Poshmark (Vrg Grl)
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- TopShop
bracelet- Nomination Italy
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- TopShop
bracelet- Nomination Italy
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turtleneck- Princess Polly
knit sweater vest- PacSun
skirt- Princess Polly
tights- Amazon
purse- Urban Outfitters
shoes- Nokwol
headband- Walgreens
necklace- TopShop
knit sweater vest- PacSun
skirt- Princess Polly
tights- Amazon
purse- Urban Outfitters
shoes- Nokwol
headband- Walgreens
necklace- TopShop
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white tee- Target
sunglasses- DEPOP (Marc Jacobs)
pants- Never Fully Dressed
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- gift
bracelets- Tory Burch, Target, LoveShackFancy
sunglasses- DEPOP (Marc Jacobs)
pants- Never Fully Dressed
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- gift
bracelets- Tory Burch, Target, LoveShackFancy
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top- Princess Polly
skirt- Princess Polly
necklace- TopShop
bracelet- Nomination Italy
skirt- Princess Polly
necklace- TopShop
bracelet- Nomination Italy
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corduroy jacket- Princess Polly
skirt- Princess Polly
top- DEPOP (Land's End)
tights- Amazon
shoes- Nokwol
skirt- Princess Polly
top- DEPOP (Land's End)
tights- Amazon
shoes- Nokwol
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shirt- Zara
pants- Never Fully Dressed
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- Valentine Rouge Jewellery
bracelet- Nomination Italy
pants- Never Fully Dressed
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- Valentine Rouge Jewellery
bracelet- Nomination Italy
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t-shirt- Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago: Virgil Abloh exhibit
tights- Amazon
sunglasses- Princess Polly
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- TopShop
bracelet- Nomination Italy
tights- Amazon
sunglasses- Princess Polly
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- TopShop
bracelet- Nomination Italy
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top- Zara
skirt- Poshmark (Lilly Pulitzer)
shoes- Nokwol
purse- Urban Outfitters
sunglasses- DEPOP (Marc Jacobs)
necklace- Valentine Rouge Jewellery
bracelet- Nomination Italy
skirt- Poshmark (Lilly Pulitzer)
shoes- Nokwol
purse- Urban Outfitters
sunglasses- DEPOP (Marc Jacobs)
necklace- Valentine Rouge Jewellery
bracelet- Nomination Italy
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dress- Neiman Marcus (CeliaB)
sunglasses- Princess Polly
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- gift
bracelet- LoveShackFancy
sunglasses- Princess Polly
shoes- Nokwol
necklace- gift
bracelet- LoveShackFancy
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shirt- @mustardyardpress on Etsy
skirt- Princess Polly
headband- Walgreens
necklace- gift
phone case- Society6
bracelets- Tory Burch, Target, and LoveShackFancy
skirt- Princess Polly
headband- Walgreens
necklace- gift
phone case- Society6
bracelets- Tory Burch, Target, and LoveShackFancy
SEE YOU NEXT SATURDAY WITH ANOTHER FASHION POST.
XOXO, STEFFI
What is their relationship really like?
Before I knew I wanted to be a writer, I wanted to be an influencer. If you look back at my Instagram posts from spring 2021 through February of this year, you’ll see a string of fashion posts. I was convinced I was going to become a fashion influencer. That was until I realized the harsh realities of how (most) fashion influencers make their money through working with fast fashion brands and promoting overconsumption.
Ways influencers promote fast fashion & overconsumption
Perhaps the most obvious example of influencers promoting overconsumption is fast fashion hauls. We see these everywhere, from TikTok to YouTube to Instagram. Brands pay influencers money to show viewers collections of clothing in the hopes that the viewers are inspired to buy these items. Most of the time, hauls are promoting these fast fashion brands- Princess Polly, Shein, BooHoo, and PrettyLittleThing. Viewers are often convinced these clothing items are necessary to complete their wardrobes and are also given a special coupon code as an added incentive to shop.
Amazon Storefront is another big money maker for influencers. Being one of the biggest e-commerce giants, it is no surprise that Amazon is linked to overconsumption. Through the Amazon Influencer Program, influencers build a storefront containing their favorite products, recommend said products to their followers, then get monetary compensation whenever someone buys an Amazon product using their personalized URL. Influencers’ commission ranges from 1-10% depending on the product and they typically bring in anywhere from a few dollars to $1,500 each month. Making money by having people shop your storefront seems like a pretty good gig.
Amazon Storefront is another big money maker for influencers. Being one of the biggest e-commerce giants, it is no surprise that Amazon is linked to overconsumption. Through the Amazon Influencer Program, influencers build a storefront containing their favorite products, recommend said products to their followers, then get monetary compensation whenever someone buys an Amazon product using their personalized URL. Influencers’ commission ranges from 1-10% depending on the product and they typically bring in anywhere from a few dollars to $1,500 each month. Making money by having people shop your storefront seems like a pretty good gig.
Why influencers promote fast fashion & overconsumption
The reality is that in order to make enough money to create content full time, (most) influencers need to work with fast fashion brands and promote spending money at those stores. If you love fashion and want to inspire others to embrace their personal style, yet still need to bring in a good monthly income to support yourself, working with fast fashion brands seems like a no brainer. To succeed in this digital space, working with fast fashion brands is essentially necessary. Some influencers may even really like the clothes they promote and get a lot of wear out of them, but at the same time they are still promoting overconsumption to their followers.
What can be done?
An idealistic solution would be for fast fashion brands to get their act together. These brands are the ones responsible for unsustainable practices, unethical treatment of workers, and stealing designs from small artists. In a dream world, fast fashion brands would evolve into sustainable, slow fashion brands. Since that is not likely, what can influencers do to make a change?
Finding a balance between promoting clothes/shopping and informing followers about the harms of overconsumption is the way to go. One influencer who truly executes this balance perfectly is Laini Ozark. She posts fashion videos on YouTube that incorporate the idea of being a conscious consumer. Her “trends I don’t like” videos teach viewers that it’s okay to sit out trends that don’t align with your personal style. Laini is also very selective of which brands she works with and collaborates with a mix of sustainable and “regular” brands. When collaborating with fast fashion brands like Princess Polly, Laini takes a unique approach. Instead of showing a giant haul, she shows Princess Polly items she already has in her closet that she loves and gets good wear out of.
Finding a balance between promoting clothes/shopping and informing followers about the harms of overconsumption is the way to go. One influencer who truly executes this balance perfectly is Laini Ozark. She posts fashion videos on YouTube that incorporate the idea of being a conscious consumer. Her “trends I don’t like” videos teach viewers that it’s okay to sit out trends that don’t align with your personal style. Laini is also very selective of which brands she works with and collaborates with a mix of sustainable and “regular” brands. When collaborating with fast fashion brands like Princess Polly, Laini takes a unique approach. Instead of showing a giant haul, she shows Princess Polly items she already has in her closet that she loves and gets good wear out of.
Final thoughts
It is a tricky situation where influencers must choose between bringing in an income while promoting overconsumption or avoiding fast fashion but not making enough money to create content full time. Until fast fashion brands step up, the Laini Ozark approach of promoting a balance of consumption and being a conscious shopper is the way to go.
And with that, I will see you next Saturday with another fashion post.
XOXO, STEFFI
4/23/2022 1 Comment
WHAT I WORE TO COACHELLA
My decision to attend the famous Coachella music festival was a last minute, impulsive one. About a week before Weekend 1 of Coachella I texted my best friend Alice, mentioning how ticket prices were at an all time low and how iconic it would be if we bought tickets and attended the festival. A few text exchanges later everything was booked and the following week I was on a plane to California! If you know me, you know I am such a Type A planner and not very spontaneous, so this weekend ended up being a real adventure!
FRIDAY
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We did not get to the festival until Friday evening, which meant I was able to avoid the harsh sun and wear jeans without sweating. I went with a fun pink and yellow set from The Ragged Priest, along with a white turtleneck and my go-to white chunky sneakers. If there's ever an occasion to go all out with accessories, it is a concert or festival. I rounded out my Night 1 look with my pink Marc Jacobs sunglasses, Barbie-inspired cellphone purse, diy friendship bracelets, and cute butterfly clips.
SATURDAY
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Apparently I was really feeling the Barbie look this weekend, because my Day 2 outfit was giving full on beach Barbie vibes. I love bragging about scoring a good deal on clothes, so I feel like I need to mention that I got this set from Frankie's Bikinis for over 50% off! (and if you know Frankie's, you know the brand is super expensive). I wanted this look to be monochromatic, so everything down to the sunglasses was pink. Since desert temperatures drop at night, wearing a sweater with this look was a good call.
sunday
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Sunday's look got me the most compliments, proving that Mega Yacht makes the coolest shirts. Once again, I wore my white chunky sneakers. I will never stop talking about how in love I am with chunky sneakers. Anyways, I rounded out the look with my Marc Jacobs sunglasses, diy friendship bracelets, and butterfly clips in my hair. This Day 3 look was definitely the comfiest, which is why I saved it for the end of the festival when I was the most drained.
Despite buying tickets last minute and not having time to buy anything new to wear, I loved my outfits. It was such a great experience going to Coachella with my best friend, and I can't wait to share more festival fashion with you guys when I go to Lollapalooza this summer.
see you next saturday with another fashion post.
xoxo, steffi
The video sharing app TikTok is home to all types of videos, from pranks and comedy to news stories. TikTok has also become the go-to place for fashion content to be shared. The latest fashion content being pushed out?— fashion trend predictions. Everyone from professional trend forecasters to fashion enthusiasts are sharing their fashion trend predictions for 2022. If you want to know what’s likely to be trending this year, keep on reading.
CATSUITS
Looking for a new, sexy silhouette to try out this year? Add “catsuit” to your shopping list. This article of clothing is perfect if you want to effortlessly put an outfit together. Throw on a catsuit and then all you need to decide is what shoes and purse to wear. Check out some stylish catsuits below.
OPERA GLOVES
If you want to add an elegant touch to your going out outfit, try wearing opera gloves. This accessory elevates any nighttime look. An added plus is you can’t use your phone while wearing gloves, causing you to disconnect and live in the moment!
PLATFORM HEELS
Say bye to your summer 2021 strappy sandals and hello to platform heels. These shoes not only add height, but also extra style to your outfit. If you live in a cold climate where winter is in full force, opt for closed toed platform heels.
LOW-RISE SKIRTS
If you’re not a fan of the low-rise jeans trend, you might not like what I’m about to say… low-rise skirts are making a comeback. A few years ago high-waisted items were all the rage, but as the trend cycle spins on we’ll be seeing a lot more low-rise items. One cool way to hop on this trend is to style a denim low-rise skirt. A simple, black low-rise skirt is also a good option.
Now that you’ve got the fashion 411 on TikTok-predicted trends, go and try out your favorites for yourself!
And with that, I will see you next Saturday with another fashion post!
And with that, I will see you next Saturday with another fashion post!
XOXO, STEFFI
In case you weren't aware, I love to shop. Even if I don't end up buying anything, I love to window-shop in stores and scour sales online. There have been a few brands as of late whose sites I frequent and whose clothes I can't resist adding to my cart. Keep on reading to learn all about my favorite brands and what makes them so great.
LONELY GHOST
Take one look in my closet and you'll realize I am obsessed with Lonely Ghost. This clothing brand was created by the iconic Indy Blue in 2018 and was originally called Indy the Label. Upon examining my wardrobe, I realized my personal Lonely Ghost collection includes 4 t-shirts, 1 long sleeve shirt, 2 pairs of sweatpants, 10 sweatshirts, 1 pair of earrings, and 1 hat. Wow!
In my opinion, Lonely Ghost has some of the coolest hoodies ever with very unique designs and phrases on them. I've included a few of my favorites below.
In my opinion, Lonely Ghost has some of the coolest hoodies ever with very unique designs and phrases on them. I've included a few of my favorites below.
One aspect of Lonely Ghost that really sets it apart from other brands is its close-knit group of supporters. Lonely Ghost strives to make its customers feel like a family. The brand has definitely cultivated a community through its Instagram. When Lonely Ghost took to Instagram and announced the opening of Lonely Ghost Grocery (the first in-person LG store), the comments section was filled with strangers planning road trips together to go out to Utah and visit the store. This sense of community is a really special thing that most brands simply cannot achieve.
ROLLER RABBIT
Looking back at my Instagram posts from 2021, you might notice a theme. As of late I have been really into the modern preppy aesthetic. If you're thinking to yourself, "what the heck is modern preppy?," I have a blog post all about this new aesthetic which I will link below.
One preppy brand I have been loving lately is Roller Rabbit. What's cool about this brand is it's known for its signature prints. Among its most popular are the hearts print, monkey print, and jemina print. I am a sucker for the monkey print and have pajamas in the green monkey print, pink monkey print, and limited edition Christmas monkey print! I've included some cute pajamas below.
LOVESHACKFANCY
Another preppy staple store is LoveShackFancy. I will admit this store can get quite pricy, so I like to shop for used LSF clothes on sites like Poshmark in order to find cheaper, secondhand pieces. LSF also has great sales every once in a while, so I recommend keeping an eye out for seasonal sales (right now the sale section on the LSF website has clothes up to 75% off!).
One reason I'm drawn to LoveShackFancy is the pastel colors and all-around girliness of its clothes. I've always loved dressing up, and LSF has an endless amount of dresses, skirts, and ruffle tops on its site.
One reason I'm drawn to LoveShackFancy is the pastel colors and all-around girliness of its clothes. I've always loved dressing up, and LSF has an endless amount of dresses, skirts, and ruffle tops on its site.
CELIAB
Another ~pricer~ fashion brand I'm currently obsessed with is CeliaB. This Spanish brand was founded in 2012 by Celia Bernardo and is known for its bright colors and funky patterns. My current style is definitely on the colorful side, so I really enjoy scrolling through the CeliaB website and looking at all the fun clothes.
I've linked a few fun CeliaB pieces below.
I've linked a few fun CeliaB pieces below.
Like I said, the clothes are expensive and I could never purchase CeliaB clothing on a whim. I currently have 1 CeliaB dress which my Oma (grandma) gave me for Christmas. That being said, there are a lot of positive aspects of the brand that stand out. First, CeliaB puts an emphasis on making high quality clothes that are made to last. Sustainability is very important to this brand. In addition, CeliaB clothing is designed to make individuals feel unique and empowered. These colorful, funky designs are also created with the mindset of steering clear from fast fashion and rather creating fun pieces that don't adhere to temporary fads.
THE RAGGED PRIEST
Moving away from the girly/preppy aesthetic, an edgier brand I've really been enjoying lately is The Ragged Priest. This British clothing brand is known for its knitwear and patterned pants. Clothing by The Ragged Priest is sold in a variety of stores in the US, with one example being Urban Outfitters. I'm currently loving this Ragged Priest sweater I thrifted on DEPOP. Below I've attached some photos of it which I posted on my Instagram.
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I also love how The Ragged Priest carries a variety of clothing, from bright sweaters to regular denim jeans. There are colorful pieces (which I am drawn to) and there are black, edgier pieces. Below I've included a colorful piece and a darker piece for reference.
THREDUP
I can't end this post without including a sustainable, secondhand clothing brand! My favorite at the moment is ThredUP. It is essentially a giant online thrift store where you can shop all your favorite brands, just secondhand. I personally love looking at the designer items on ThredUP's site because the items are all very discounted. I typically search brands like Tory Burch, Lilly Pulitzer, Juicy Couture, and Tommy Hilfiger. I've included some cool items I've found below.
I also have an influencer connection to ThredUP because as of January 2022 I am a ThredUP ambassador! It's been such a dream so far, and working with ThredUP was actually on my vision board for this year. Below I've included my first Instagram post as a ThredUP ambassador.
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There you have it! My top 6 favorite fashion brands at the moment. Be sure to follow my Instagram to see how I style my favorite pieces. I'll likely make this a series where every season I share my favorite brands, so keep an eye out for my next installment!
And with that, I will see you next Saturday with another fashion post!
And with that, I will see you next Saturday with another fashion post!
XOXO, STEFFI
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