alexandre herchcovitch: simplicity and basics are golden

 I once said that a hint of vulgarity is always welcome in a lady’s wardrobe. I still stand by it. (I’m quite stubborn when it comes to personal philosophy, superficial and otherwise.)

I’m also a firm believer in simplicity. Less is more, so the saying goes, and it allows you to speak (rather than have your clothes do the talking). It’s also classic. And easy. ‘Tis the beauty of knowing your own style so well you’ve created for yourself a uniform.

… it’s been a while since I’ve written/spoken about anything fashion-related here – which is irresponsible of a self-professed fashion/style blogger. Busy, vaguely uninspired (or apathetic? I’ve been unable to put down Bitchfest) – I could come up with fantastically viable excuses. But all that is irrelevant, I’ll make up for lost time. I saw the below snapshot on the one and only xoJane.com and felt all sorts of giddy and excited – feelings I haven’t felt about fashion since… I don’t know when.

Spotted, at NY Fashion Week, backstage at Alexandre Herchcovitch:

Simplicity is golden. Literally. Look at those eyes!

Tell me this isn’t amazing. (Thought so.) Yes, the model is stunning, and yes, those gilded eyes are gorgeous against her complexion, but let’s focus on the perfected art of the model-off-duty look.

Basics are essentials for a reason. A heathered grey tank paired over a mesh bralette is simplicity at its finest: part edgy, part sexy, wholly effortless. While I can’t see what she’s wearing on the bottom, I’d imagine this top half of the ensemble to go perfectly with black skinnies, leather pants or leggings and combat boots, Converse, or a pair of pumps. Versatility is king, and this look takes a busy girl from day to night with a change of shoes. Makeup touch-ups optional.

I’m not sure what she’s wearing, but my guess (and the xoJane writer) is American Apparel (I don’t agree with their company culture, but I appreciate their vision as a fashion brand). And by guess I mean quite sure – I’m willing to bet that this model is wearing the AA Tri-blend racerback tank in tri-black over the black mesh bra.

Here’s to Friday!

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