Whatever You Like

I don’t blog much about fashion….mainly because I just like what I like, and don’t care quite so much about every single trend or which designer is the “it” designer of the moment.  I like a good deal. I like flattering things. I like color.  And I like fabrics, shoes, and accessories that don’t itch, hurt, or stain easily.  Which is why I chose this outfit for today’s post.

This dress is from (surprise!) Forever21. It’s about the most comfy dress I own.  I usually wear lots of color, so when wearing a neutral, I feel compelled to brighten things up a bit with everything else.  I try to keep from accessorizing so much that I look like I’m trying to hard….even if I’m actually still trying too hard.  The bottom line about fashion to me is that it’s whatever YOU like. Not what a magazine, celebrity, blog, or group of friends tells you that you should like.  Granted, there should be some standards of decency, cohesion, and common sense woven in there, but ultimately, BUY what you like.  I see so many blogs with the the same hair/handbag/jewelry that it has started to make everyone look the same.  Whether it costs you 50 cents or $5,000, be you.

Dress: Forever21 (similar here)  / Belt: Forever21 (similar here) / Heels: Brian Atwood / Watch: Vintage

Photos by S. Jackson / Hair/MU: Lorann Schindler / Art Direction/Styling: April Graves