Dried Herb

Friday, December 04, 2015


"Oh (oh) luxury
Chidi-ching-ching could buy anything, cop that
Oh (oh) collard greens
Three degrees low, make it hot for me, drop that" -Schoolboy Q Ft. Kendrick Lamar

Dried Herb, Collard Greens, Cash Money, and not necessarily in that order ;-)... No no, this is not an advertisement to purchase luxury medical marijuana in the South, by cash lol! Whatever you feel like calling the amazing Olive Khaki Green color is all good by me, no judgement here. This very "dried herb" color-hue I speak of was once used only for military and Safari style garments. That same khaki seen when camouflaged from foreign enemy's and hunting mallard through the lake-woods back in the old times, is a prominent staple on the runways of New York, Milan, Paris, and London today. This is the one hue that seems to receive the most amount of love throughout the fashion world’s creations for the fall and winter months of this year. It is a sophisticated and chic earthy color that brings a cool undertone to any garment, while still showing it off as a strong piece, and reminds us something of another relaxing greenery that is appeasing to the eye, and for the soul. A "dope" color, which I am certain Snoop would be proud to represent lol. Like Snoop, I too adore the color. Not only does it compliment my "olive" skin tone, but it can be styled with various complimentary colors to create multiple outfits!! Red, Blush, Tan, Black, White, Beige, the list goes on. 

For this shoot I decided to add my favorite signature color, black, while throwing in a smidge of leopard and gold. Most of my items are oldies but goodies, for instance: my absolute fav and edgy Givenchy birdcage booties, A.L.C. leather jacket, and Christian Louboutin Kathena leopard clutch. When styled correctly with timeless pieces you can work wonders recycling outfits in your closet! I found my chain link bracelet at Saks's outlet store Saks Off 5th, which perfectly tied in with the top portion of my clutch's chain theme...can we say come up?! My Norma Kamali skirt was a bit pricey, but well worth it in the fact that I love me a good ruched midi skirt, especially when accentuating your curves that shield problem areas from the masses. And finally, last, but most definitely not least, my little olive crop top. So simple, yet so diverse. There's sooooo much that can be done with this versatile top and color: Jeans, High waist pants, paperbag shorts, etc. So what is the lesson learned today you ask? That the color of dried herb and money have so much more meaning in life and fashion than they actually take credit for ;-)

 









OUTFIT DETAILS 
  Top: Wet Seal
Skirt: Norma Kamali
Leather Jacket: A.L.C.
Birdcage Booties: Givenchy
Bracelet: Saks Off 5th
Diamond Earrings: Tiffany's

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