A Vertical Fixation

Minimalism is a major key. In order to pull off black monochrome outfits, experimenting with prints, patterns, and textures are essential; all of which are featured in this look. Also, as an editorial fellow for CollegeFashionista.com, I explain how designers Alexander Wang and Tomas Maier inspired this striped look.

I really love how simple and “everyday” this look is. The vertical striped shirt is the statement piece of the look. It contrasts with the all-black classic pieces: a jersey cotton top, straight leg jeans, and Chelsea boots. Overall, beyond comfortable.

I got this handbag in a recent shopping trip to H&M have been loving it ever since. It’s extremely deep and holds everything! I love the alligator skin texture of the bag. Subtle details like that makes wearing all black a lot less boring.

My ankle boots pair well with my leather handbag and make the outfit look more polished. Their smooth texture against the alligator texture of the bag gives noticeable variation between the black leather accessories. Not to mention, they’re in a classic Chelsea boot style, which pretty much goes with everything. This pair works with the cut of my jeans; the top of the boot lands above the hem of my jeans – creating a lengthening affect.

I’m absolutely in love with my “Iridescent into Madness” sunglasses from Nasty Gal. I love them because of their versatility; I can easily style these in looks for formal events and festival outfits. The black to silver ombre and the cat-eye silhouette pair well together. Also, the pink hues in the reflective lenses are mimicked in my lip color: NYX Butter Lipstick in the shade “Hunk” I received complimentary of Influenster in a voxbox giveaway. A great color dupe is the shade “Thunderstorm” from the same brand.