Let’s just put it out there: nobody will ever look as good in black and white as David Rose. Even though my style IRL is much more Alexis-centric, I couldn’t help but feel like David would be trés proud of this black and white ensemble that I pieced together. I mean, I don’t think (🤞🏻) he would give his trademark awkward smile, roll his eyes and grimace as he looks away—disgusted by what he just witnessed. At least, I really hope not.
Believe it or not, this look was kind of a “filler” when I was compiling outfits for an upcoming shoot with Lauren. I had my “main” outfits that I had planned to shoot, and when she confirmed we would have a little extra time to shoot two extra looks, I started piecing a couple of outfits together with items I already had in my closet. I recalled never having shot this vest, and I was already planning to shoot the faux leather leggings that day. Plus, who can’t use a little black and white outfit inspo on their Instagram feed? Turns out, I liked the way the outfit photographed more than I thought I would, and well, here we are making a damn look book about it!
The vest on its own is not cute—not gonna lie. It’s super unflattering and to be honest, leaves that annoying white linty residue on any black fabric it comes in contact with. I also had a not-so-happy memory attached to the last time I wore the it, so it needed redemption! Am I the only one who does that? I digress; annoying lint residue aside, it sure did photograph cute when cinched with a belt!
Well, that about wraps it up! Thanks for humoring me and reading along/viewing! Leave it to me to show you a way to style something you’ve literally had sitting in your closet. 🙃 Also, since they’re still on-trend and some of you may be looking, these faux leather leggings are literally two years old and show zero signs of wear. Pro tip/note to self: make sure the purse you’re using as a prop is stuffed with something to keep its shape—otherwise you’re left with a flat-looking one like this…. womp womp! Until next time….
All photos by Lauren Listor of Laurel Creative
Vest from Amazon // Turtleneck by Boohoo // Belt by ASOS // Faux leather leggings by Loft // Booties + Purse from Nastygal