GAP STYLD.BY + FATED TO BE HATED!

Today marks an especially exciting milestone in my career as both a blogger and Lookbooker -- I was asked to collaborate with Gap for their Spring styld.by campaign! Not only am I deeply thankful for having been included in this project, I am starstruck and dazed by the journey it took to get here. Through Lookbook, I've arrived at a creative place where I am able to express myself in a sartorial language that is not only true to myself and relatable to my readers, but valued by even the retailers who inspire that very language every day. The styld.by campaign offers real consumers the chance to speak for themselves, and that's makes a brand like Gap so much more accessible and intimate. I extend my sincerest thanks to the teams at Gap and Lookbook.nu for affording me this incredible opportunity!

I named my look "Cool as a Jewel" because lapiz and sapphire tones play such a bold role in the ensemble. Most people don't associate the spring season with mellow blues, and that's why I was so attracted to the pairing. It's unexpected but fitting... novelty en vogue!

I included a few other photos rocking Gap's pastel staples -- a lush citrus cardigan, lilac khaki and stilettos. The look is as sleek as it is fresh. 



Mint slacks keep my uptown ensemble cool while a cardigan warms me up on a breezy day. A seafoam and sapphire color block looks sophisticated every season.
"Broken-in Straight Khakis"


A pair of lavender trousers embellishes the classic monochrome mod look with a pop of pastel.  



There's no better way to celebrate Spring than with an orange creamsicle color palette. Printed pants and a cardigan in sunburst hues make for the perfect picnic uniform.
"Luxlight Crew Cardigan"

Check out my official styld.by feature on Gap's website! Thanks again to all my readers for making this experience possible - you've kept me grounded at my highs and inspired at my lows. It is a privilege to be able to share a proud moment with this amazing community. <3

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva

QUI N'AIME PAS LA MER?

Who doesn't love the sea? I've been enamored by the scents and sounds of sea salts and sea shells since my infancy. You might not know this, but I was born right on Miami Beach! It's probably in my destiny to move back some day. One can only be without the ocean for so long. And on the topic of oceans- have you guys heard the album Cape Dory by Tennis? It's my second all-time favorite record, next to Room on Fire by The Strokes. The whole album is a documentation of the band's experience at sea, set to lo-fi melodies overflowing with nautical sincerity. I proudly admit to skipping around my room with "Seafarer" on blast while wearing this very maritime get-up! Red sky at night, sailor's delight.

FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

Beret- Saks Fifth Avenue

Sunglasses- 80s Purple, www.80spurple.com

Cardigan- Gap

Bejeweled anchor dress- Victoria's Secret PINK

Thigh highs- Drugstore, DIY

Flats- Target

My title is (of course) in French, because the aesthetic I'm trying to convey is both Parisian and aquatic. Accents like my black ribbon and red frill assert that I'm young and romantic, while pieces like the beret and cardigan effervesce a 1950s beatnik charm. Altogether, the effect is French lolita looking for love at the naval base. Seafarer, you and I belong together!

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva

NOIR ET BLANC

Stepped out of my cliche clog-and-blazer pairing by sporting a pair of Steve Madden boots with a slouchy leather silhouette and low heel. I'm usually not a fan of boots unless they're matched with a variety of textures underneath (like layered tights and socks), so I chose to wear mine with black jeans and knit leg warmers. I like the combination of leather, cotton and denim. Added a few *hopefully* Parisian accents like an Eiffel tower necklace and striped t-shirt to emphasize my intended sophistication. 80s Purple sunglasses were the perfect finishing touch!

FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

Knitted hat- Vintage

Sunglasses- 80s Purple

Blazer- Armani

Shirt- Gap

Belt- Vintage

Pants- Seven for All Mankind

Leg warmers- Forever 21

Boots- Steve Madden

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva

MIME GIRL

Can't say much today- I'm a mime! If only I were skilled enough to embed a video in which I provide a detailed charade that explains where each article of clothing is from. Looks like I'm going to have to break a few mime rules just this once by spelling it out.

FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

Cap- Not sure, vintage

Red lipstick- MAC Powerhouse

Bow tie- DIY

Striped shirt- Gap

Suspenders- American Apparel

Pants- Rock & Republic

Flats- Target

I chose to dress 'mime-esque' today because I wanted to utilize my black suspenders in the most creative way possible. While the theme is gimmicky, the simple color scheme and fluid silhouette are still sophisticated. The statement piece of my outfit isn't actually a piece at all- it's my lipstick! It was tempting to go all out with the white and black facepaint, but I figured that this outfit was more a 'playful interpretation' of an idea than a full-blown costume. So I settled for a BRIGHT red kisser and called it a day!

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva