UPTOWN DOWNTOWN

This was an "appointment look" I put together for a meeting downtown last weekend. Without wanting to compromise my attention to current trends, but also wanting to look sleek and subdued, I opted for a leather jumper from Daily Look and paired it with a staple Sugarlips blouse. I've seen this pairing many times before on fellow bloggers... something about the silhouette of a baggy top underneath a leather dress or overalls is irresistible to the fashion set. It has the conservative element of a schoolgirl uniform and the flair of Parisian street style. Been opting out of hats this week because I decided I L O V E the contrast of platinum blonde and dark roots. Does this count as a paradigm shift? 



FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:
Blouse - Sugarlips
Silver studded necklace - Forever 21
"Faux Leather Drop Waist Dress" - DAILY LOOK
Suede heels - Persunmall

Since we're on the subject -- I just found out yesterday that I'll be moving to the downtown quarter of Las Vegas next month! I'm super excited about the move (even though it's only 5 minutes away from where I already live) because it means that I'll have more access to the venues and hangouts I frequent most. No more asking friends for rides back to my place! I can walk home sweet home. And I might even land a real 9 to 5 job at one of the emerging business in the arts district this fall... BABY'S GROWING UP. 

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva

CAMO CASUAL

In my mind, this camouflage halter can be worn one of two ways: either as a loose top, over leggings or pants (as it's worn here), or as a some sort of cross between kilt and skirt, held up like suspenders over a top and pants with the rope tied around my neck. I've been brave enough to rock that "avant army" look only once before, but I hope to do it up again with a mesh tee, leatherette pants, and combat boots or sneaker wedges. This time, I got a bit glam with it and wore my suede heels. But a practical army jacket and beanie keep the theme casual overall. 



FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:
Beanie - H&M
"Berlin jacket" - CRASH & BURN
Camo halter - GYPSPY WARRIOR
"High Wait Faux Leather Leggings" - Daily Look
Suede heels - Persunmall


I've had this Crash and Burn "Berlin" jacket for at least a year and it's proved to be one of the most useful pieces of outerwear in my wardrobe, despite always seeming to escape documentation on my blog. I sadly won't be wearing it as much this summer (hello searing 110+ degree temperatures) but I'm glad I got one last outfit in before hanging it back up in the section of my closet titled "don't even THINK about it until November." Other, equally practical pieces: high-waist leatherette leggings. Most underrated garment in ALL of contemporary apparel. Faux leather leggings aren't comfortable unless you're a 90 pound waif with a flat stomach. For the rest of us: the high-waisted version! DailyLook sells them in black, rose, and burgundy for only $30. I wear mine at LEAST twice a week, so the price is justified tenfold. 

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva

DRESSED IN LOVE

I've been waiting for the perfect summer day to debut this romantic chiffon frock from the boos at How Very Dare! Appropriately titled the "Hot & Steamy Big Boy Tunic," this piece features a sensual illustration juxtaposed between two strips of black and beige bar code. I'm crazy about the artistic vision that went into creating this garment -- besides the fact that the tunic is gorgeous, it's also incredibly clever. To compare the depth of intimacy and romance to the shallow veneer that is commercialism is brilliant and futuristic. I layered it with a BB Dakota poncho and my favorite wide-brim hat for a classically western feel. 



FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:
Hat - Zara
Poncho - BB Dakota
"Hot & Steamy Big Boy Tunic" - HOW VERY DARE
"Lolla Sandal" - Pink & Pepper

I haven't paired socks with sandals in a while... the urge is coming back to haunt me. Can't help that these Pink & Pepper Lolla heels look twice as fun with socks or tights! It also saves me from having to invest in a pedicure. LIFE HACK 101. 

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva