July 2023: Best In Fashion
So much is always going on in the world of fashion, from celebrity outfits that go viral to new product drops and brand collaborations, the fashion clock is constantly ticking and it's intriguing to see what will come next.
As always, have a look at my favourite celebrity fashion, street style looks, and the new-in product drops/brand launches that I'm excited about.
Celebrity fashion
The best dressed rapper is a topic that's always going to be debated. No matter what generation you're from or whatever your favourite era of rap is, I guarantee you have an opinion on who has the best style. For me, it's something that changes as quickly as the weather. It all depends on who shows up and shows out on the day. And one of my lyrical faves, Sir Kendrick, definitely did that at the Chanel Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2023/2024 presentation. He just gave tweed a whole lotta street cred.
Do you know who has a fucking great time at the couture shows? Like, a really really good time? Well brace yourselves, that'd be none other than Cardi B. Yes, that Cardi B. Paris Haute Couture Week should've been renamed Cardi B Couture Week because your girl was everywhere whether that was at Schiaparelli, Fendi, Thom Browne, Balenciaga or rubbing shoulders with Anna Wintour, she did her thing. And I love her for it.
I thought I'd get sick of seeing pink all over my feed, but you know what? I'm kind of into it. I mean, I did write a whole other newsletter about it after all. And one of my fave celebs looks outta the bunch is this Ms Emma Chamberlain hot pink furry number. Guaranteed, this is from the Fall 2022 issue of Interview Magazine, but it's still worth a mention.
Street style
Vintage is my vibe. And I get it's not everyone's cup of tea, but for me, there's something special about having a piece of clothing you know no one else will have. Yeah, it's a lil bit of a snobbish way of looking at it but IDGAF. I've been very into varsity shirts lately and I'm always into leather, so this street style post from Somewhere In Hackney Vintage spoke to me. The bandana is cute too and the vibes are on point.
I've been following Rebecca Olivia on Instagram for a while now and she's another creator I always keep an eye on to see how she's playing around with fashion and experimenting with shapes and silhouettes. This time around, I like this low-key 'let's grab a coffee' outfit that's proportionally just right, the Mango bag adds a nice pop of colour too.
If you want some sartorial inspiration to brighten up your feed, then I'd highly recommend giving Gia Seo a follow. This is main character energy full throttle and I love her badass attitude, the blue hair is also pretty major. She makes me think about the art of getting dressed, layering, colour combinations, print clashes, texture mash-ups, and everything in between. And something has to be said for a person who makes you stop, do a double take, and approach your wardrobe a little differently.
New-in product drops/brand launches
Is it denim? Is it distressed? Is it distressed denim? I'm very much into this Mad Frenzy holographic-esque, is-it-distressed-is-it-not denim ensemble. I can also appreciate the artistry and sheer precision of detail needed to slot this all together and make it work. Sadly, the pants sold out before I got a chance to get my hands on them. Maybe next time...
Eyewear is upping its game and I am ready. I'm here for it, all of it, every last bit. And I'm definitely here for this GENTLE MONSTER collab that adds a little bit of bling to your typical frames. Yes, it looks a tad childish and a bit DIY. But isn't there something fun about being able to customise such a piece to suit your tastes, rather than doing what everyone else is doing?
Oh, you thought we were done with the bling? Not just yet. I'm not gonna lie, I've been thinking about getting a tooth gem for a while now. And if I was in doubt before, well, Dolly Cohen jewellery launching at Dover Street Market may have just changed my mind. If you want to go full-on Nelly in his Grillz era, book an in-store appointment to get your pearly whites blinged out.
What celebrity fashion looks have caught your eye recently? What street style trends are you going to try out, if any? I'd love to know what's on your fashion wish list, and any upcoming fashion releases you're excited about.
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