What's your look?

I have always been a chameleon of sorts. I can go from sophisticated (french twist, red lipstick, diamond studs, head-to-toe black ensemble), to hipster (triangle scarf, skinny jeans, vintage rock t-shirt, swoopy bangs, giant nike high tops), to hippie (paisley vest, flowy skirt, leather sandals I got in India, tons of bracelets), to whatever else strikes my fancy that day. I change my look on a whim and there is no predicting what I will wear. My closet is a mishmash of vintage, 80's, high fashion, and basics.


Lately I've been wanting to settle on a look that was uniquely mine, the way Diane Pernet has a look that is uniquely hers. The towering wig, the ever-present sunglasses, the pale skin and ruby red lips - who among us could have made such a wonderfully creative look her own the way Diane Pernet has? Her look is dramatic and imposing, but still classy. I like the idea of having a steadfastly unchanging wardrobe. It's comforting to know pretty much what you will wear everyday. I've never relied on staple wardrobe pieces before, but I think I might start.



I've always been impressed with the way my friend Coel dresses. She has platinum blonde hair in a chic pixie cut, flawless makeup, minimal jewelry and she always wears neutral shades. She is so put together and so hip, but I don't think she knows it. She totally owns what she wears and the clothes tend to highlight her natural grace and style. I also love how she wears a single pair of shoes to death. She has a look that is wholly her own, and she always looks amazing. "You look awesome," I tell her, "Do you ever get sick of me telling you that?"

Right now I'm toying with a few ideas for my Look. I'll let you know what I come up with.