Style Icon: Katharine Hepburn

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Today is Katharine Hepburn's birthday, so I am taking this moment to appreciate her for the Style Icon that she was. Her tomboy aesthetic wasn't just a fashion statement, but a step on the road to feminism. This bright, eccentric and strong willed woman was ahead of her time and a feisty rule breaker. In her own words:

If you obey all the rules you miss all the fun.
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If you obey all the rules you miss all the fun.
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"If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun."

Hepburn's mother was originally a suffragette, so perhaps this where here innovative thinking came from on how women should be and what they should wear.

Her style can be described as a uniform of khaki or black, wide leg trousers and men's tailored shirts. She chose comfort over glamour, yet always looked effortlessly elegant. A true champion of masculine chic, she turned the term "Tomboy" on it's head.

“I wore pants when they weren’t fashionable; I sat down on the curb if I was tired; I did what I wanted and what I thought was reasonable so long as I didn’t hurt anyone. But is that so unusual?”

While the other actresses of her time followed a pattern of being blonde, busty and submissive to their witty male co-stars, both on screen and in real life, Hepburn was out-spoken, witty and more often than not she out witted the males around her. She once told Calvin Klein:

“I realised long ago that skirts are hopeless. Anytime I hear a man say he prefers a woman in a skirt, I say, ‘Try one. Try a skirt.’”

About two years ago I read a book called, How to Hepburn, by Karen Karbo. It is a funny and interesting read on how to manage life as a modern woman, according to Hepburn.

What do you think of Hepburn's style?

Love Dani xx

Friday Favourite: Zara pink biker jacket

Every week, whether browsing online or by doing a round of the shops, I always have one particular piece that I see and that I just can't get out of my head. This week I am dreaming of this sugar pink, biker jacket from ZARA. The cut and zip design is exquisite! The only word is perfection.....

Normally I think, "if I can't have it, no one can!" ....but here is the link anyways: Click here

Outfit Post: Zebra Shoes

 

 

 CROPPED LEATHER JACKET | MASSIMO DUTTI

BLUE SHIRT | ZARA

BLUE JEANS | ABERCROMBIE & FITCH

ZEBRA FLATS | CB

BAG | GIFT

Here is the latest outfit post, from a very windy Sunday afternoon. The weather has been very temperamental here in Rome and I am looking forward to the summer arriving, whenever that will be.

I think this look is the perfect example of how I like to dress on my time off. I like to keep it casual and comfortable with a classic pair of blue jeans and my favourite leather jacket. I always like to include at least one statement piece, so here I have added my zebra flats. The look is perfect for a day shopping and even for evening drinks with friends, should the day lead into night.

I hope you like the look!

Love Dani xx

SS14 Trend: Fringe Benefits

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Forget cowboy boots and Coachella, this Spring/Summer 2014 is all about the luxe fringe. Accessories are in luxurious, deep jewel tones, expensive suedes and soft leathers. Graceful evening gowns swish and sway with touches of the eclectic decoration, while your shoes are tasselled up in an ode to The Great Gatsby.
Forever a little Rock 'n' Roll, fringe can't relinquish it's roots, playfully adding a luxe bohemian edge to leather jackets and satchel handbags.
So this summer leave your moccasin boots at home (sorry Kate!) and opt for some fringed up sandals and the must have backpack of the season. Remember it's all about a sleek and put together look, so keep your outfit tailored and keep your fringe to accents only. Leave the total look to Pocahontas and Ms Moss.