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September 20, 2011

MONOCHROMACHIC: Steal the Look – Florence Welch

It’s no surprise that The Great Britain has produced a number of style icons known worldwide. When I was 12 years old, all I wanted for my birthday and Christmas was a pair of sky-high platform sneakers a la Ginger Spice, which my mom despised to the core. Fast forward 13 years later, I am really into Florence Welch’s quirky grandma chic look and I no longer need my mom’s permission to dress up like her Summer is coming to an end and I can finally start seeing myself wearing blazers and tights again. I found these two outfits of Florence that I want to re-create this fall. Of course, that can only mean one thing: SHOPPING! read more…

Posted by Kristy Petra | Tagged celebrity style, florence welch, guest blogger, kristy petra, monochromachic, shopping

August 9, 2011

MONOCHROMACHIC: How to Dress Down a Dress

So you have some dresses that you originally bought for your birthday, Christmas dinner, New Year’s Eve party, or a wedding. Once you’ve worn them out for the occasions, you probably have nowhere else to wear them. Well, fear not, because you can always dress them down and incorporate them in your everyday looks. read more…

Posted by Fora Staff | Tagged guest blogger, kristy petra, monochromachic

July 27, 2011

MONOCHROMACHIC: Steal the Look – Model Off Duty – Asian Edition

I am always fascinated by Asian models. They might not have the big doe-y eyes or the perfect nose or the luscious lips, but their ‘different’ facial features are what make them stand out in the fashion world. We have seen the cute Hyoni Kang on Marc Jacobs’ runway, the elegant Liu Wen as the face of Estée Lauder, and the edgy Tao Okamoto on the cover of Vogue magazines. Not only that, they are also street-style photographers’ favorites when it comes to capturing that “model off duty” look. Here are some M-O-D outfit ideas inspired by these beauties: read more…

Posted by Fora Staff | Tagged guest blogger, Hyoni Kang, kristy petra, Liu Wen, Models off Duty, monochromachic, Tao Okamoto

July 14, 2011

MONOCHROMACHIC: How to Wear THE MIDI SKIRT

So long bandage skirts. Mid-length skirts have taken the fashion world by storm. Pleated, printed, sheer, layered – midi skirts come in different fabrics and prints to satisfy every need. However, the modest length can be quite tricky to pull off. read more…

Posted by Fora Staff | Tagged guest blogger, kristy petra, MIDI SKIRTS, monochromachic

June 27, 2011

MONOCHROMACHIC: Get the HOLLYWOOD “IT” COUPLE Look

No, I’m not talking about Brangelina or TomKat. One of my favorite Hollywood couples are Joshua Jackson and Diane Kruger (do they have a nickname?) To me, they are a match made in gorgeous people heaven! I love their hip and urban fashion style. They like to wear matching outfits, which I think is really adorable. Ready to steal their looks? read more…

Posted by Fora Staff | Tagged diane kruger, guest blogger, josh jackson, kristy petra, monochromachic

June 13, 2011

MONOCHROMACHIC: How to Wear Your Boyfriend

The title might sound a little odd, but it is exactly how it sounds. Every girl wants her boyfriend to look good anytime, anywhere. Boyfriends as companions, partners, lovers, best buds, whatever you want to call them, are just as important as they are as our arm candy. And when things get more serious between the two of you, you will have to start introducing him to the other important people in your life. read more…

Posted by Kristy Petra | Tagged guest blogger, kristy petra, Men's Style, monochromachic

May 25, 2011

MONOCHROMACHIC: Elin Kling Inspired

Elin Kling is one of those famous fashion bloggers whom I follow religiously, but don’t want to admit that fact to the world… there goes that now, huh?… Why? Because following popular bloggers makes me feel like a hopeless wannabe. Haha! But in all seriousness, Ms. Kling has taken the fashion blogging world by storm. She partnered with H&M to design her first clothing collection. Her style is intoxicating. Her charisma is alluring. My obsession with her carefree blonde locks almost made me bleach my own hair! So what’s the secret to her success aside from her great gene? A collection of basic and monochromatic pieces worn with a large dose of swagger. Ms. Kling, you rock my world. read more…

Posted by Fora Staff | Tagged elin kling, get the look, guest blogger, monochromachic

May 9, 2011

MONOCHROMACHIC: How to Rock the Flatform

FLATFORMS. These robust-looking, evil twin sister of platforms, are the current “it” shoes for spring and summer. Introduced by some of our favorite designers like Derek Lam and Prada, flatforms are quirky, hippie-ish, and definitely not for the faint of heart. They are tricky to style because they can make your feet look bulky. A simple trick to pull off this type of shoes is to balance out the chunky footwear with a short or “skinny” bottom. Think shorts, skirts, and skinny jeans or capris! read more…

Posted by Fora Staff | Tagged flatforms, guest blogger, monochromachic

April 25, 2011

Guest Blogger: KRISTY from Monochromachic

Elisa Nalin is an Italian-born stylist who lives in the chic capital of the world, Paris. Her quirky personal style shines through her outfits, which are often captured by street style photographers during Fashion Weeks. Here’s one of her looks that captured my attention while I was browsing through Altamira. The way she incorporated red pieces make this “vintage-inspired” outfit look cheery yet feminine. So… how did she do it? read more…

Posted by Fora Staff | Tagged get the look, guest blogger, kristy petra, monochromachic

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