STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK: Sugar, Spice and Everything Wise

School is in full swing and people are in their โ€œbest looksโ€ phase. Many of you might be looking for some guidance. Luckily, I found a Fashionista that has enough style to share. This week I had the pleasure of documenting the style of this Fashionista; A 22-year-old international science student with an inclination for grunge chic. Originally from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, sheโ€™s always had a strong opinion on fashion and aesthetics. So whether itโ€™s going out on the town or simply going to class, itโ€™s her policy to always look good. Sheโ€™s a die-hard believer in never sacrificing style for comfort, and like something out of her physics book, she holds her looks to a paradoxical standard.

While she may follow and acknowledge current trends, she makes it a point to put her own spin on them. Specifically, she likes to combine formal and informal pieces to create a balanced yet contrasting outfit. For example, the outfit sheโ€™s featured in consists of some prim choices sprinkled among other nonchalant pieces. She starts off the outfit with some structure by choosing a proper pair of black Zara Loafers. Then she mixes it up with a pair of DIY Forever 21 black wash jeans. By making her own holes and cuffing them, she ensures a look thatโ€™s unique to her. She pairs that up with a mahogany salmon H&M long ducktail shirt. She adds a moto jacket from Zara to grunge up the outfit. Lastly, she dawns a light coat of authoritative style by choosing a pair of Aldo tortoise new-age reflector sunglasses.

Itโ€™s easy to see that this Fashionista unapologetically follows her own rules and looks good doing it. Like Iโ€™ve said in the past, I think fashion is best left in the hands of the individual. Just like art, fashion shouldnโ€™t be a democracy but rather a medium of self expression.

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