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The Victorian Era in the 21st Century

This week we're taking a look at the trending waist cinching silhouette--the corset. Unlike the Victorian era where they would layer with a billowing skirt and puff sleeve blouse, this trend has taken on a more practical approach, being paired with jeans layered over an oversized top.

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It wouldn't be a model-off-duty look without Kendall Jenner herself. Here we have Jenner sporting a non-traditional one piece singlet/corset top. It showcases a deep 'V', sweetheart neckline with a cinched silhouette.

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And of course, we have model Bella Hadid opting for a jean version of the corset, pairing it with an oversized denim button down and straight leg jeans. An oversized jacket or coat has also been a common piece being worn with a corset. This juxtaposition of the tight waist and the free form overcoat is a fun way to play with a body's silhouette.

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Here is a better look at how the boning and tightness of Hadid's corset accentuates the waist while defining it underneath the oversized jacket.

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Another example of the corset being paired with an over-exaggerated coat seen on Lilian Sumner.

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Source: @urbanoutfitters on Instagram

One retailer that has taken on this trend is Urban Outfitters. They shared two different ways that someone can play up the exaggerated silhouette.

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Another popular style of corset is the structured, lingerie-inspired lace construction. As seen on Kim Kardashian, this type of top is typically seen styled alone.

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Source: @best.dressed on Instagram

Pictured above are a few more corset looks from YouTuber Ashley 'AKA bestdressed' and influencer Alyssa Coscarelli. While this trend has made itself known at the beginning of the 2020 pandemic, it's seemed to find itself in our 2021 fall wardrobes.

#corset #silhouette #trendy #lace

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The Telfar Bag: The New IT Bag

The Telfar bag was created by Telfar Clemens and has quickly been spotted in the hands of all types of celebrities.This genderless fashion label has stolen the hearts of the public. It comes in an endless amount of colors and three different sizes.

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Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, US Representative was spotted wearing the medium sized Telfar in the color, Oxblood.

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Bella Hadid decided to go with a small sized Telfar bag in the stunning color of Orange.

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Gabrielle Union showed off her Eggplant colored Telfar in the size medium.

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Solange was way ahead of the game and was spotted in a small black Telfar purse in 2018.

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Lil Nas X just goes on to show that these bags really are genderless and anyone can wear them. He decided to sport out a small Telfar bag in the color, white.

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Ex-Disney star, Vanessa Hudgens was seen in a tan small Telfar bag.

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Even Wendy Williams was promoting Telfar shopping bags on her very own show. She was showcasing one of the newer colors which is known as hot pink in the size large.

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Madonna's daughter, Lourdes posted a picture of herself showing off her exclusive UGG x Telfar collabration in the smallest size.

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Megan Thee Stallion posed on Instagram with her baby blue Telfar in the largest size.

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Finally, no other than Queen B herself, posed on her instagram strutting out a medium sized Telfar in the color, white.

Overall, we can see how the Telfar shopping bag has impacted our culture. Everyone seem to have one, even all different types of celebrities.

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The Mini Handbag Makes a Comeback

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Kendall Jenner is seen on a night out with her vintage Louis Vuitton pochette accessoires.

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Bella Hadid has on a brown leather two piece suit with a leopard mini bag for a pop of animal print.

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The model here adds a pop of green to her all white outfit with her shoes and mini shoulder bag.

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Image: Pinterest

Kendall Jenner steps out in an all grey look with a black shoulder bag to compliment the outfit.

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The model here has a casual but sophisticated look with her navy blue blazer. She adds a bit of edginess with the black grommet style mini bag.

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This Louis Vuitton handbag is one of the most iconic mini bags that has become even more popular again within the last three years.

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I absolutely love this look. I like how the model accessorized her tan suit with her black baseball cap and the handbag that she is using handheld.

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Little Top, Big Pants

In today's post, we're taking a look at the go-to outfit of the year--the baby tee and mom jean. As seen on almost anyone and everyone, this look is effortless, showcasing a baggy jean with a cropped, fitted shirt.

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Starting off with fashion icon herself, Kendall Jenner, channeling little top, big pants energy with a classic straight leg denim and a graphic baby tee. She accessorized the outfit with a rectangular black sunnie and platform sandal. This combo is typically seen styled with a rimless or tortoise shell '90s inspired sunglass.

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Here, we have model Bella Hadid's take on the trend, with a baggier jean and colored statement tee. She layered the outfit with an oversized jacket, which compliments the over-exaggerated silhouette of her pants. Like Jenner, she also accessorized with a rectangular sunnie.

Image: Daily Mail

Image: Daily Mail

Above is someone we have yet to cover--Lily-Rose Depp. The model/actress is known for her casual streetwear looks, commonly seen stepping out in a baby tee and baggy pant. Here, she went for a super-cropped tee with a mid to low rise denim. Once again, the outfit is being paired with a '90s style sunnie.

Image: @brandymelvilleusa on Instagram

Image: @brandymelvilleusa on Instagram

Brandy Melville is known for their teeny tiny baby tees and baggy bottoms, with it being one of their top selling looks. On their site, there is a plethora of these cropped basics, and tight fit graphics.

Image: @urbanoutfitters on Instagram

Image: @urbanoutfitters on Instagram

Another brand that we've seen follow the trend is Urban Outfitters. Unlike Brandy, they take a more maximalist approach on the look, producing fun color ways and diving head first into the baggiest jean.

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The baby tee and baggy jean combo is your new everyday look--going to the grocery store, running to the thrift store, and even Sunday brunch with some friends. With this look you'll feel effortlessly chic in all the right ways.

#babytee #momjean #baggydenim #90s #modeloffduty #chic #streetwear

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Virgil Abloh: Model Marketing Genius?

Virgil Abloh is known as the creator of Off-White and artistic director of Louis Vuitton's menswear. During his time spent in these fashion positions, he has kept close contact with models who are extremely well known.

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Pictured above is Virgil Abloh alongside Gigi Hadid.

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Pictured above is Virgil Abloh alongside Bella Hadid unveiling one of his latest sneaker collaborations with Nike.

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As we can see he keeps in touch with both of the Hadid sisters. Bella Hadid especially can be linked to the Off-White brand as well. He often gifts her exclusive sneakers before they are released.

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Pictured next is him with Bella and Kendall Jenner. They tend to model for his shows.

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Here he is attending the 2018 Met Gala with Kendall Jenner since he dressed her for the event.

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Kylie Jenner was gifted a pair of exclusive sneakers that were signed by Virgil himself

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Hailey Bieber and Virgil Abloh also seem to have a close relationship.

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Virgil even designed her wedding dress for her wedding with Justin Bieber which was the wedding of the year.

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Kaia Gerber is another one of his close model friends.

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Naomi and Virgil team up and she walks for his runway show.

Overall, we can see how Virgil maintains his relationships with famous models and even gifting them items such as his exclusive shoes. This is a wonderful marketing tactic because these models or influencers are consistently name dropping him or walking in his show. They are happy to do so, it is a balanced business relationship.

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The Classic Blazer Staple

This week we're highlighting a fall classic that can elevate any simple outfit to something more sophisticated.

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The first two outfits show how chic the colors black and camel go together. Both outfits are an on the go style, and use the blazer to elevate a more casual look.

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This look shows how even a cropped blazer can make a significant difference with sweatpants and a crop top.

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This outfit is a blazer paired with the matching dress pants along with sneakers. While still being casual, it takes on a classy semi-formal approach.

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This look is more posh and elevated especially with the handbag on the wrist. By buttoning up the blazer and adding a statement belt it gives a more luxury feel to the outfit.

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This look is very abstract with the color blocking design on the leather blazer. This blazer is the most unique and creative of all, plus it is the focal point of the outfit.

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This outfit is my favorite as it pairs a plaid blazer with a dress underneath, along with knee high boots. I love how she stuck to neutrals and classic gold jewelry.

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All Out Academia

This week we're focusing on the latest footwear trend--the loafer. The preppy, '90s style has been making a comeback this fall, commonly paired with a crisp white ankle sock and structured outfit.

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Prada's take on the loafer gives sophistication to the classic look with its brushed leather and signature enameled triangle logo, coming in both a flat and chunky lug sole.

Image: L'Officiel USA

Image: L'Officiel USA

Here we see the iconic Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid styling the loafer in two different ways. Above, Jenner pairs a clean white button down under a retro sweater vest and green trousers. Rather than a classic white trouser sock, she goes for a neutral brown colored sock to match her mahogany loafers. Hadid decided on a more relaxed look, channeling a typical '90s look with her original fit Levi's 501s, white tank, rimless sunnies, and a bright orange cross body.

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Fashion influencer and model Wisdom Kaye showcases a retro chic take on the loafer, pairing it with a more structured outfit. In his first look, he has on a sea-foam green blazer with iconic golden brown velvet flares. Peeking out from the shoe we can see he has on white trouser socks. In the second outfit, he is wearing a more casual outfit however, still holding true to a structured silhouette. Kaye accessorizes with a red and white trucker hat, a matching varsity-like jacket, white tank, and belted khaki shorts. The loafers are pulled together with a pair of white trouser socks.

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Here we see Youtuber and Fashion Influencer Emma Chamberlain and her take on the loafer trend. She creates a more casual, youthful look by pairing lug sole loafers with baby tees/tanks, and shorts. Once again, the loafers are being worn with white ankle socks.

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Image: @best.dressed on Instagram

As we step into the fall season, we will be seeing a lot more variations of the loafer look from classic styles to chunky lug sole silhouettes. I see this trend lasting well past the cold months, being paired with spaghetti strap midi dresses layered with baby tees, or mid length jean shorts with a half tucked graphic tee in the Spring. The reemergence of the '90s loafer is a simple yet elegant style that can be paired with almost anything to elevate a look.

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Bella Hadid:The Blueprint ?

I decided to focus on Bella Hadid and her outfit from November 2017 due to the fact that this outfit is now consistently spotted four years later in 2021.

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Her baggy and torn light wash vintage Levi’s 501s are paired with the coveted Off-White Nike Jordan 1 Chicagos that cost a pretty penny. This was worn alongside with her classic Off-White belt, classic black top, black sunnies and gold accents.

Pictured: Off White x Nike Jordan 1 Chicago Collaboration

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This image takes a better look at the silhouette of her Vintage Levi's 501.

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Pictured: The Off-White Yellow Utility Belt.

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This outfit has now become the new basic. It incorporates classic items, but it is styled in a modern way. The outfit has been labeled the tiny shirt, baggy pants and sneakers combination.This is when the pendulum swing from skinny jeans to baggy jeans began.

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Sneaker culture was always seen as a masculine hobby, but this outfit introduced ladies to the idea that women can wear sneakers too especially with the Jordan 1 silhouette which is sold out consistently. This was especially seen in teens as well as people who are the same age as Bella Hadid.

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Image: Fashion Cognoscente

Image: Fashion Cognoscente

Overall, though this outfit may be extremely simple, this is exactly what makes it impactful. Young women like Bella Hadid wanted to emulate her therefore they chose an outfit that seemed like the easiest to replicate. This specific outfit of hers can be credited as the source of this trend for those who weren't into sneaker culture beforehand even if it became mainstream years later.

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This week we are highlighting different fashion brands that specialize in giving you that “Model Off Duty” look. This week the spotlight is on CLYQUE THE LABEL. Clyque the Label was founded in Los Angeles, California by Lily Adel. They produce women’s clothing including bodysuits, dresses, and now, a small collection of sweaters. Adel, CEO, conceptualizes all of her collections based on the closest people in her life, representing them in the best ways, hence, “the clyque.” 

They have over fifty styles of bodysuits and dresses in black, white, and a wide range of nudes as well. Clyque’s style is simple, chic, sexy, and sleek. While each bodysuit or dress has its own uniqueness, they all give you a look that is polished and put together. The simplicity along with the chic design of each style is why it is perfect for any off-duty model look. Clyque the Label focuses on giving the consumer a high-quality product, designed to fit you like a dream, and make you feel extremely confident.