November 2013 | PRACTICAL QUEEN AP

Pencil and Sweater

November 30, 2013

Looks like my latest looks - from last week - had something in common. In each of it I used sweaters (though the first one had cardigan, but it's still knitwear). This outfit is not an exception. By the way, YES, I got a fluffy sweater! I, actually, got two of them and pretty soon you'll have a chance to see the second one. I found the color of this one super gorgeous. So I did pair the sweater with pencil skirt. For some reason sweater and pencil/tube skirt combination is kind of a trend now. Biker boots, coat with fur collar and a couple of accessories and voila! The look is finished.

Black Thursday

November 29, 2013

One of those days, when my outfit is totally black. Well, happens from time to time. Just realized that the Year of Snake is coming to an end and snake print, most probably, won't be that much anymore. I guess, these will be abandoned by me in a month or so. Though I really liked this pair. Really-really. But talking about the whole outfit. I did add some color by bombastic lipstick. A perfect complement to the look.

Back To The 90's

November 28, 2013

Another kinda grunge inspired look. And again super simple one. Just a combination of a vintage oversized sweater, faux leather skirt and biker boots. Some accessories in vintage style, just like the necklace or double finger ring, supported the look.

Lips On My Sweater

November 27, 2013

Absolutely casual outfit. So simple and so cool at the same time. And I'm totally in love with this new sweater with lips shape embroidery. I did pair it with bleached skinnies and studded trainers. It even does perfectly match the red coat! Some accessories, like phalanx rings and regular ones were added.

Christmas Comes Early

London

Christmas mood is, finally, on. It's been, I guess, already a month since Selfridges presented their Christmas windows with giant Charlotte Olympia shoe and other oversized things covered in snow. And a couple of weeks ago a giant snow globe with London's most popular objects (like Big Ben, London Eye, the Gherkin, etc.) all made of LEGO appeared in Covent Garden! If you haven't seen the LEGO snow globe yet, you should, definitely, do it as soon as possible. It's really cool! I should point out that all Christmas decorations in London are really impressive. Will try to do as much as possible photos of this beauty and share it with you, before heading back home.

College Look

November 26, 2013

I never had a uniform in my school. So I was lucky enough to be able to wear what I want and express myself. And, after 12 years of school I don't have a dislike towards "college look" style. In this outfit I combined all the basics of the style - cardigan, shirt and tartan skirt. As simple as that. Though the lace finishing on the skirt and a set of rings add some modernity and twist. I finished the look off with high ponytail and natural-look make-up.

Fashion Reading | Hello, Paul Smith

Knee High Boots

November 22, 2013

Knee high boots and faux leather shorts... What an astonishing combination! Especially, when it's paired with Chanel style jacket. It immediately turns into really elegant outfit. And it was my last Friday choice. Perfect one for the end of the week, I would say. The look was finished by just few rings and, again, natural-look in terms of make-up and hairstyle.

Peter Pan Collar Dress

November 21, 2013

Loving this dress. It's been in my wardrobe last winter and I'm most probably taking it with into this winter. I really like this lady-like style. And peter pan collar. So discreet and feminine. In this outfit I paired the dress with some black stuff - belt and pointed-toe flats. Ohh, and vintage tweed bag! In make-up and hair I preferred natural-look.

Simple Basics

November 20, 2013

How much I adore tee'n'jeans combinations. So simple, but still cool. And it can be paired with heels, boots, trainers, flats - whatever you prefer. Well, for this look I chose trainers. There's something that made this outfit special and complete. No, it's not accessories. It's the red coat with fur collar. Made my look more winter-ish.

Plaid and Skirt

November 19, 2013

Sometimes it's really nice to make a revision of your wardrobe. After my latest one I found this skirt, completely forgot about it's existence. Liked the asymmetrical front (again). And plaid shirt was just a perfect combination for the skirt. So femininely casual. My beloved boots were here as well. The final touch to the look was given by gathered hairstyle.

Monday Colors

November 18, 2013

Super cozy and colorful mix. Actually, quite an unexpected combination of colors. Orange, olive green, red and just a bit of purple turned out to be a perfect match. And I totally love how this fur collar refreshes the coat and gives it some king of a new life.

Hometown Glory | RIGA - 2014

November 16, 2013

I already took you on a virtual tour around my city, but I totally forgot to mention the fact that in 2014 Riga will be European Capital of Culture. Something is telling me that it's gonna be an amazing year. I'm so excited about that and proud of Riga.

So, yeah, lately I've been doing a lot of research for my university about Latvia, Riga, it's retail and fashion industry, and even the idea of my Honours Project involves Riga... well, during the research I found these two videos dedicated to RIGA - 2014 (Summer and Winter versions). And I had to share them with you. I find both of it so cool and inspiring. Though, my favourite one is Winter version. Looks like I'm already in Winter-Riga-mood!

P.S. I supported the post with some beautiful photos by T. Egorova.

Charming Leather

November 15, 2013

Finished the working week with sweet-leather-ish look. Quite romantic top with scallop edges and cardigan with flower details were balanced by dark faux leather skirt and biker boots. Turned out a really interesting combination of lady-like and daring styles. The statement necklace, in turn, did freshen this cream-n-black mix a bit.

Sport Authority

November 14, 2013

Pretty sport-ish outfit. But to dress up, when you have a morning lecture? It's like a mission impossible. That's when this Chelsea FC hoodie comes to the rescue. I, actually, really liked how pink-y formal joggers did match with the hoodie. Looks like a total set. And, yeah, the trainers perfectly complement the outfit.

Red Booties

November 13, 2013

Last Wednesday I was invited to the London launch party of a new online marketplace CRAZE. And here's my look for the even. Full of elegance and chic. So I chose a simple black dress and paired it with heeled ankle boots in red color. And in animal print! I just couldn't refuse. Moreover, it looks so prefect with the red coat. I did support the outfit with couple of golden accessories. To keep the look elegant I went for natural-look hairstyle and make-up.

Put Your Fur On

November 12, 2013

It's getting really chilly outside day by day... And the fur collar is a perfect addition to my outfits. It totally adds some chic to this one. Absolutely simple top and quite interesting bottom part. Love how matchy-matchy are these jeans with baroque print and biker boots. Such a perfect autumn combination! And, again, to give a final touch to the look I supported it with a set of cute rings.

A Bit Of Color

November 11, 2013

Autumn is not always about muted or monochrome colors. Sometimes I'm really in the mood for bright colors. Just like last Monday. So I started the week with super duper colorful combination. Due to the trainers the mix of cable knit sweater in bright orange color and geo print pants looks quite sporty-casual, but still classy. A couple of cute rings and handmade bracelet just finish the look.

Hometown Glory | Part 4

November 10, 2013

The second part of our tour around the Old Town. And the last part of my photo-posts about Riga.

Strange to say, but this Summer I saw this town from a completely different side. I started noticing things to which I never paid attention before. The architecture, the atmosphere and even people - I find all this so inspiring and exciting! I think, I was lucky enough to be born and grow up in such a city.

P.S. Now I can't wait for Christmas holidays! Pretty sure the city will be even more beautiful due to all the lightnings and decorations.

Animal Print Shirt

November 9, 2013

End of the week outfit. And this time I decided to go for a darker base - leggings, long shirt in animal print and biker boots. Monochrome, but still interesting outfit. Though I did add some bright colors by this cross body bag and jacket. I finished the look with braid hairstyle - quite unusual for me.

Geo and Tartan

November 8, 2013

Playing with some textures and patterns in this outfit. The tartan is so big this A/W season, it's literally everywhere! And I'm in trend with this skirt that is a mix of tartan and lace - such a super cool combination. So I did pair the skirt with geo print top in sweet pink color. Girly and eye-catchy look. One of my favourite looks for now.

Grey Drape

November 7, 2013

Been in leggings kinda mood recently. But seriously. It's awesomely comfortable and can me worn with some jumper-dresses. Or, like in my case, with cardigan that I did turn into dress. The drape I created looks nice and interesting. Don't you think so? Biker style boots and jacket, as well as tube scarf in animal print, just finish the outfit by adding some rebelliousness and twist.

Modern Grunge

November 6, 2013

A bit grunge-y for my mid-week look. And I kind of like this style. Super comfortable and I-don't-really-care attitude. When you don't want to dress up, just use some over sized vintage-look sweater (well, in my case, it's truly vintage one), bleached jeans and a pair of trainers. And voila! You are a grunge-girl!

Black Is Black

November 5, 2013

Little black dress is always a good idea. And it can be used not only for a night out but during the daytime as well. This time I mixed LBD with biker boots. Such an elegant and still rebellish-ly-youthful look. Some accessories, like full finger ring and phalanx one, necklace with heart pendant do add charm. And my beloved red coat does brighten the outfit a bit.

Bomber Jacket

November 4, 2013

Sporty grunge outfit for the beginning of last week. Must say that ripped boyfriend jeans and bomber jacket look amazing together! And my favourite pair of trainers is here as well. Each of us has that one piece in their wardrobe that is the favourite. And for me it's these shoes. Just can't get enough of them. So, yeah. I did add some color to this already light and colorful outfit. Light red lipstick perfectly finishes the look.

Hometown Glory | Part 3

November 3, 2013

Well, well, well... It's Sunday. And, I think, it's a perfect time to have a walk around Old Riga. I mean virtual walk. Old town is the heart of Riga. It's the most beautiful part of the town with lots of historical buildings, narrow streets and wide squares. Old Riga attracts just as many tourists, as Art Nouveau street (the one I told you about a couple of weeks ago). I guess, now, I should let you enjoy this quick walk...

P.S. Stay tuned, as we'll continue our trip around Old town next time!

Halloween Special | Flapper Girl

November 2, 2013 London

My first ever real Halloween night! Was so much fun! And for such night I chose a flapper girl look of 1920-s. Very elegant, feminine and provocative. And it's pretty easy to create. All I needed was a fringe dress, classic shoes and fur. Headband with feathers is an important part of the outfit, as well. From accessories I added a set of pearl bracelets and clutch bag with rose details. The look was finished by light curls and burgundy-color lipstick.

P.S. Guess, who accompanied my on the Halloween night? Yes, it was Wednesday Adams!

Autumn Garden

November 1, 2013

Ended up previous working week with some Autumn-ish pieces. You remember this vintage chiffon dress that I got from my granny, right? So this time I decided to mix florals with the jumper in mint color. Such a sweet feminine look and with a light feeling of retro. And, finally, I used this super cute maple leaf necklace that Daria brought me from Canada! It did work really well with the outfit.

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