OFF THE CHAIN

On those breezy days between summer and fall, there's nothing better suited for the weather than an oversized denim jacket. I married four of my most valued wardrobe staples in this look: black boots, black blouse, jean jacket, knit beanie. Could have gone with a pair of staple denim shorts, too, but I think then I would have entered "safe" territory. Too much of a good thing is real: throw in some statement when dressing in standbys! People take the expression out of fashion when they make getting dressed in the morning too easy on themselves. Leopard print is always a fun alternative to solid colors and simple textures. Rock it till we see a complete Josie and the Pussycats revival. And when we do, keep rocking it.

FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:
Beanie - H&M
Sunglasses - The Cobrashop
Shirt - ROMWE
Jacket - Levi's
Shorts - YES STYLE
Boots - YES STYLE

If you haven't already noticed, the Cobrashop sells more than ironic t-shirts and kitschy overalls! They got it on LOCK in the sunglasses department. These gold-rimmed frames have dominated my face all summer long with their irressistably urban appeal. But there's a million other pairs that are just as cool on the site, and I gotta get my hands on them. THE BEST:

"TENENBAUM SHADES"



"AIRHEART SHADES"



"LADY KURT SHADES"



"CAT EYE SHADES"



"JANIS SHADES"



"HEART OF GLASS SHADES"



"$$$ HOLOGRAPHIC SHADES"



"SKULLZ HOLOGRAPHIC SHADES"



"AMBER SHADES"



DROOLING ALL OVER THAT SHIIIIII. Check out the rest of their sunglasses collection here and badass vintage wear here!  

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva

STALLION

After a final long day at the MAGIC tradeshow last week, I settled into a cropped sweater and pair of perforated shorts for a comfortable, late afternoon look. The occasion was shopping and the company was ideal: fellow fashion bloggers Bethany Struble, Peter Adrian, Olivia Lopez, and Rachel Schwartzmann. We cruised through Zara and Topshop at the Fashion Show Mall, seeking staples and statements for NYFW. I sadly won't be attending, but anticipate a deluge of runway-related instagram photos to mobilize my vicarious fashion week experience. Find a penthouse and have a glass of champagne in it for me!



FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:
Hat - Zara
Sunglasses - The Cobrashop
Lipstick - "My Beautiful Rocket" by Lime Crime
Sweater - Secondhand
Shorts - Lucca Couture
Boots - WANTED
Bag - Alexander McQueen
Jewelry - Choker: Chanel, Spiked necklace: Mad Lady, Charm bracelet - Vanessa Mooney

So grateful to have these unfailingly functional cowboy booties in my life! I wouldn't expect a western-inspired shoe to work so well with a pair of shorts as athletic as these from Lucca Couture. Guess the marriage of black and gold accessories really tied the theme together -- desert boheme meets sport luxury. Thanks Wanted for a spankin' new pair of boots to keep me blazing trails this fall. 

Photo credit: Rachel Schwartzmann <3

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva

THE MOD LIFE

August is nearly over and I will NEVER get over it. It's like summer just broke up with me after three romantic months of skinny dipping in the sweet moonlight and kissing on a hammock somewhere in the Bahamas. What did I do to deserve getting dumped by my fave season EVER? Trying to alleviate the pain of heartbreak by getting in the fall groove, but we all know Autumn is such a rebound. Ugh. I felt pretty comfortable in this monochrome get-up nonetheless! It was perfect for a transitional summer-fall evening: bold top, cotton skirt, simple flats, statement accessories. Love all the space between my skirt's cropped hemline and leopard loafers. Showin' off them legs before it's too late! And by too late I mean too cold... I die thinking about it.

FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

Sunglasses - ROMWE

Mod top - YES.I

Necklace - Chanel

Flower bag - Valentino

Skirt - American Apparel

Leopard flats - PINK & PEPPER

This look was inspired by the mod 60s. High fashion factory girls, city livin', Polaroids, teased hair, art, Camel smokes. Warhol muses. Film. The good shit. I figured a pair of black and white polka dot flats would be best accented by a garment that challenged their roundness. Nothing better suited for the job than a half and half shirt. Reminds me of those black and white cookies they serve at delis in New York. Tres appropriate for an outfit with a retro downtown feel. CUE THE PETULA CLARK, PLEASE. You can join the "I know how to wear flats without looking lazy" club by treating yourself to a pair like mine from Pink and Pepper! The Briana ballet flat in Houndstooth would have also complimented a mod theme like this one. Muah! 

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva

ROCKSTAR LOUNGE

This is my attempt at the whole "rockstar's day off" aesthetic. Ripped jeans, metallic sweater, silver slippers. I'm glam without all the chains and layers. I could still bust it out on the electric guitar, but, ya know. I'd rather be drinking a cup of joe backstage. Checking my Twitter feed. Refreshing Instagram - which I am ADDICTED to, by the way. Please follow me and validate my personal lifestream with your likes and comments: @bebezeva (tongue wearing a hole in my cheek as I type this). Anyway, yeah. Rockstar life, devil's fingers, chill day at the recording studio. Whatever.



FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:
Spiky snapback - ROMWE
Metallic sunnies - 80s Purple
Cropped sweater - Secondhand
Ripped jeans - Storets
Silver slippers - PINK & PEPPER

I can already feel the heat of you guys tripping balls over this insane snapback. I can probably kill a dude with one headbutt. If only more weapons were this sparkly and fashionable. Nothing chic about an AK-47, am I right? *Eyelids droop so low they dribble into a fleshy pile on the floor, similar to saltwater taffy in a candy factory* Where was I... OH. Fashionable sparkly things. Like my shoes! Thank you, Pink and Pepper, for another stroke of glittering genius. Finally I can turn heads in loungewear. I was getting a bit bored with bunny slippers. These slip-ons are perfect for around the house, the office, your college campus, a ZZ Top tribute concert at a moonshine bar somewhere in rural West Virginia, wherever. If you're feelin' me, PROVE IT. Let's be loafer twins. Get a pair of sequined slippers on Bonton here. My ripped jeans are the latest addition to my list of must-haves. Autumn's almost here, and as soon as the weather dips and pants enter the equation again, y'all are gonna need a means to maintain your rebellious image without compromising warmth. Can we get a big ol' round of applause for JEANS WITH AN ATTITUDE. Actually sounds like a band, wow. Not a very good one, but. Hey. This whole improv thing might actually work out for me after all. Jk kill me. Back to the point -- BUY THESE JEANS ON STORETS, IT'S A COOL SITE, AWESOME FREAKIN' CLOTHES FOR SALE (ESPECIALLY THIS RAINBOW GRADIENT DRESS). Rock on, y'all.

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva

BORN IN THE U.S.A.

You should think ONE thing and one thing only when you see me wearing this outfit: duh. Of course I would own American Flag print leggings. In fact, I've owned them for months and have held them hostage from blog debut. Because I'm a perfectionist, and I didn't want to feature them in a post until I felt I'd prepared the perrrrfect outfit to do them justice. Which means the pressure is REALLY on with this look. Not sure if it's perfect enough for your standards, but it meets all of mine. Flag emblazoned and walking tall in my leather boots, well-adorned with silver studded cuffs and finger armor, hair held in place by a patriotic bandana a la 99 cent store. What's up with people saying "a la" out of context? I see it all the time and look at how horribly it's rubbed off on me: a la means 'on top of,' not 'via' or 'from' or 'by way of.' Anyway. AMERICAN WOMAN, STAY AWAY FROM ME / AMERICAN WOMAN, MAMA LET ME BE / DON'T COME HANGIN ROUND MY DOOR, I DON'T WANNA SEE YOUR FACE NO MORE (too bad Lenny, you're about to see a lotta face... you know you like it!!)

FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

Bandana - 99 Cent Store

Studded collar - Romwe

Harley Davidson tee - CHOIES

Leggings - PINGPING AND RABBIT

Studded boots - Pink & Pepper 

I've made it really obvious by now that I DESERVE a motorcycle. Just patiently waiting for Harley Davidson to send me an email saying they've finally decided to sponsor me and are having a hog delivered to my doorstep tomorrow morning, provided that I send them my mailing address and color preferences for the paint job and leather interior. AN AMERICAN GURL CAN DREAM. Or not. Reality has actually been pretty good to me lately... ever since these studded boots from Pink & Pepper entered my life. If "being bad ass" was a competitive sport, my shoes would obviously take the gold medal. Or maybe silver. To match the studs. Get yo self a pair on Bonton here!

Everything is infinite,

Bebe Zeva