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The city burns us to ash








I seldom wear pink. But I'm actually drawn to the way this set of images provokes an air of 80's rock-glam and then swims into feeling oddly like a Patrick Nagel painting. Sometimes, I'm completely oblivious as what inspires certain palettes and silhouettes, or why my choice styling comes from unpremeditated, dubious combinations that somehow meld effortlessly into something I never imagined belonged together.

(Vintage jewelry, scarfs, and aviators + Hot Topic rose bracelet, Jessica Simpson boots, H&M tights, DIY True Religion cutoffs, Random tank and cardigan)

Comments

FASHION SNAG said…
I like the way you worked in the pink. You have a cool style.

www.FashionSnag.com
2:06 PM
ediot said…
well . i love how youre wearing pink. you look great in black obviously mostly because you look so comfortble in it.- but its fun seeing you in colour too
how's your summer going?

xx
2:21 PM
Anonymous said…
Bella you look gorge as always. You can wear anything!
2:37 PM
K A T H L E E N said…
love the bright pink!
3:39 PM
Alison Kinsey said…
I think your description couldn't be more accurate. I'm really liking the pink!
10:10 PM
duckalicious said…
cool combo, esp. that cardigan
2:11 AM
Sophie said…
i LOVE the Cardi - im obsessed with Zebra print!
6:41 AM
sweet said…
Wow...you do look great in pink love...and that blazer looks wild, it does suits your style!!!

stay gorgeous as always...

take care
Sweet
PensandLens
9:17 AM
diane said…
I think it's the change-purse necklace that pulls it all together.
Re. The City burns us to ash: It's all of that blacktop. Good observation Bella.
11:12 AM
Fashion Tidbits said…
love the pink/black/white combo. haven't seen it in a while
9:16 PM
♥ Cara Mia ♥ said…
love the color combo....it totally works!

have a fab weekend bella :)

luv,
cara mia
1:35 PM
Alex said…
The first picture is my new desktop background, baby! Love these. And you. ;)
4:27 PM
Anonymous said…
so so so chic!!! I love this!!!
9:10 AM
Jonna said…
Love the cardigan! x
8:38 PM
Unknown said…
great accessories dvrling

KeepItFvncy,
M.E.
2:49 PM
kim said…
well i just love that cardigan, it makes the outfit pop!
6:28 AM
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