D.i. Y. Bubble Skirt

Spring 2012 is an interesting mix of the uber- fem, Mad Men-esque sportswear (see Louis Vuitton) and the graphic, sleek and sporty (see Alexander Wang).

Louis Vuitton

 

Alexander Wang

Now to combine both??? Here's my attempt.

1. I started with a simple pleated skirt pattern that i found at a yard sale. I know its nothing new; bear with me. 

                                          
     2. I made the knee-length, pleated skirt in a stiff, grey taffeta to give it some volume.

     3. I added  a contrasting neon canvas waist band.

     4. I shortened the skirt and finished with a bubble hem.

C'EST FINI!

Now for styling.

I wanted to incorporate...

1 ...Balenciaga's sharp tailoring and exaggerated proportions.

Spring RTW 2012

2 ...Alexander Wang's athletic vibe.

Spring RTW 2012

 

3 ... Rag and Bone's innovate mix of neons and neutrals.

Spring RTW 2012

Here's what I came up with.

Jacket- Anthropologie

Skirt- D.i.Y.

Neckalce- H & M

Bracelet- Chan Luu

Tights- WAYNE

Shoes- Marni

      

Color- blocked french mani to match.

Mismatched neon ankle socks? I think yes.

And of course no look is complete without a sort of terrifying bold eyebrow. I was inspired by Prada, but I ended up looking a little like an anime character...oh well.

Spring RTW 2011

xx OLIVIA