Velvetastic

11:11 PM Imke DB 24 Comments


Some say velvet clothes are for grannies and gymnasts only, others say big chunky heels are for goths, and many say turtlenecks shouldn't be worn by girls with a big buste. Well, this look proves them all wrong, as I combined every single prejudice and felt down-right velvetastic-fantastic in this look. 

And the best part of this look is of how good of a bargain it was - the skirt is from American Apparel, and I got it in the store for the mere price of €6,30. That's a price even Primark can't beat (I still don't know what was going on at the sale rack, but apparently there was an extra 50% off on sale items, which resulted in a 85% sale on this particular skirt). Anyway, I knew this skirt was just waiting for me to buy it, and this precious piece of velvet is now officialy mine. Don't you just love the deep burgundy colour? And honestly, velvet is da bomb, and NOT only for grannies and gymnasts. I know you're all just jealous of how soft my skirt is, hehe. 

The shoes are new as well, and I was so excited about them, until my boyfriend shattered my post-shopping-daze by saying he didn't like them because "they're gothic shoes, look at that gigantic heel, and its colour!". And then I realized, guys don't know shoes, and they simply can't expect of us to hobble around in stilleto's at all times, because honestly, it's pure torture. I love this kind of block-heels, because they're easy to walk in, comfortable, and still feminine. The little strap and crocodile print made me love the shoes even more - and what better way to combine them than with another burgundy piece? 

Prejudice three: turtlenecks are forbidded for the larger busted among us. Honestly, it's not - I'm a size D, and I must say, I love wearing turtlenecks, because they're nice and comfortable, and the best thing ever to snuggle in. Yes, they make your boobs look bigger, but since when is that a problem? Embrace your body, and don't you ever try to hide your breasts, I disagree with those saying a turtleneck makes those with big boobs look fat. Honestly, these kinds of jumpers are such a great invention and can be worn on simply all occasions. 

What do you think of my burgundy & black look - miss or match? And what's your point of view on velvet/block heels/turtlenecks? Let me know in the comments!

A special thank you note goes to my friend and fellow blogger Gwladys from lady-gwladys.fr who took these amazing pictures - not only a great photographer but also a fashion blogger who just started (literally today). Check it out! 


Turtleneck - H&M
Shoes - Primark
Jacket - Miss Selfridge's 
Bag - Vintage

Imke, 22 year old fashion blogger and digital marketing student, most of the time dressed in pink, living inbetween Belgium, London and Paris.

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24 comments:

  1. Die rok vind ik echt prachtig!! En wow, 85% korting haha dat is wel heel erg fijn shoppen! :)

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  2. This look is so Parisian - I love it!
    I love velvet. Paired with the right items, it looks classy and uber chic!
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  3. Amazing look!

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  4. Beautiful photos! Love this place!

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  7. I love the skirt:)
    HAPPY WEEK
    xoxo
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  9. really nice velvet skirt!

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  10. Aww you caught a lady bug, I guess she likes your shoes too! lol Love the velvet skirt, I have actually been a bit obsessed with velvet lately. You have such great taste in clothing and your shoes are so awesome!

    Dominique
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    1. Yes the ladybug definitely had a thing for my shoes hehe :D And join the club my dear, I love velvet as well! XO

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  11. BLESS YOU. B-LESS YOU IMKE. I'm sorry, I had to shout that.

    This makes me so excited and happy because you're basically proving fashion rules wrong; there's no such thing as rules when it comes to style! Wear whatever the heck makes you happy and whatever the heck makes you feel confident.

    I think you're looking mighty fine, girl; I love the look!

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    1. Ahhh your comment made me smile so much :D Thank you for this sweet comment my dear, it truly makes me happy! And you're totally right: wear what you want & makes you happy and that's what makes me happy every single day! XO

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  12. Dear, thanks a lot! I'm so glad to read this!
    You look absolutely fabulous. In love with the shades and details. Perfect bag :D

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  14. I love this a lot! Really nice.

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  15. I love velvet and this skirt is very nice! I was looking more for a velvet top but actually after checking your post I'm thinking I can go for a skirt too :)

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    1. You totally should my love, or just go for both hehe ;) XO

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  16. Wat een mooie look! Ik vind dit echt een hele mooie outfit, ik vind de schoenen fantastisch!

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  18. Imke, you look freakin' AMAZING!!! SO classy and glam girl! Have a wonderful day!
    Much love, Len ❤️
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  19. Oh, you look gorgeous. I'm in love with your skirt - very classy!

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  20. I like all of it!
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  21. Although I never think that there should be any rules or ways to dress properly, love how you combined everything that is "thought" to be unfashionable into such a wonderful ensemble!

    Stephanie ● Sartorial Diner

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