Let’s break the ice here straight away – to dress
like a model you need to weigh like a model or at least be close to it. And, if
we are to be completely honest, almost anything looks good on you when you are
thin.
No, I am not promoting anorexia, bulimia or any
other weight loss-illness, far from it. If anything, I believe there is nothing
as gorgeous as a woman in her natural weight, stunning and proud and, most
importantly, knowing how to carry herself, regardless of her being 80 pounds or
180 pounds.
Working as a stylist I’ve had the honor and
pleasure to work with many a model, actress, singer and all these experiences
rounded up make for an amazing gather-up of ideas that you can use, even though
you are not a celebrity or a model. I mean - who is to say that you can’t look
chic and perfect just because you aren’t walking a runway!
For an ordinary woman, every day is a runway on the
streets of her city and she wants to look powerful, as she should.
I have put together some ideas that will help you
look and feel like a model, every day from now on. I’ve drawn inspiration from
the trendiest and coolest models of today so read
carefully and visualize!
1. Kendall Jenner chic
This young Jenner beauty is something!
Even though she’s got Californian background and a family that’s all about
glitter, Kendall has adopted a New York chic style that all of us admire. To
copy her look, combine retro chic and modern New York –
you’ll see that her clothes are simple yet always interesting.
Men’s high
waisted pants, a white loose shirt half tucked in or a cropped top with Lennon
sunnies and a messy bun will scream “off duty model”! If you want to style it
up, dishevel your hair, add pumps and a clutch, don’t forget a statement belt
and you are ready to go!
2. Pooja Mor beauty
If you were blessed an olive complexion
like Pooja Mor was, you are in advantage from the get go. But, even if you
weren’t it is super interesting to copy this gorgeous model’s look. Coming from
the Far East, this talented young woman brought all kinds of exotic with her.
Her style off the runway is nothing but splendid, modern but drawing onto her
heritage.
If you are a bit on the exotic side, you’ll definitely want to copy
Pooja Mor’s style – she is eclectic in her clothing choices, mixing modern West
and striking East; she’ll wear a jean and top it off with a colorful Indian saree to keep things close to home.
As for
jewelry, she is keeping things big, ethnic inspired and in line with her Indian
background. Given we know her heritage, it’s exciting to see her stay loyal to
where she is coming from. But if you want to copy her style, watch out for the
details you put on yourself – ‘cos, if you overdo it - you’re running the
chance of getting borderline costume-y.
3. Cara Delevingne vibes
Now Cara, Cara is spectacular.
Honestly, with a body like that and eyebrows that thick, she could walk around
naked if she’d like and still look super cool. Unlike most of her model
girlfriends, this Londoner is keeping her chic pretty London-like. When she isn’t
walking a runway, she’ll throw on a pair of jean shorts, Martin boots, a loose
shirt, some red lipstick and she is ready to go.
Oh, right – let’s not forget
about the cap on. She is what we’d call street chic and if you are a swag girl,
Cara’s style is definitely what you want to copy. Remember, though – she
dresses after her personality – she is fun, surprising and courageous.
Combining stripy pants with a dotted shirt and biker boots is nothing new to
her, just as an all-black-legging-shirt-fedora ensemble isn’t, for a toned down
experience. Love her!
So, who’s going to be your inspiration
for the day?
Written By Guest Editor Peter Minkoff
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