Edgy/tough Ballerina

Bonjour,

Contrasts are big in the fashion world. Opposites attract. Even very subtle contrasts make an outfit perfect, whether its a simple accessory (the styling of the outfit) or a hairstyle or a garment. It makes the outfit interesting, maybe unexpected but thats exactly what fashionistas like me live for..Unexpectedness.
The edgy ballerina or the tough ballerina (however you prefer to call it) is a contrast I love to play with....whether I am just wearing a soft pink tank with a black puffy full skirt and sneakers or go all out by zooming in on edgy or the delicacy of a ballerina.

The models dull black hair and bangs and her "hard checkered bun" contrast with the puffy feminine soft dress, giving it an unexpected twist on your classic ballerina.

I love this outfit! It is styled absolutely perfectly! Normally, most people wouldn't expect a black leather jacket (this one isn't any jacket - it takes the wrap style from the classic ballerina outfits and plays with it, and it adds a broad shoulder) over a gorgeous pink soft dress. The shoes are also perfect (I have been dreaming about shoes like this forever :) they are ballerina-esque but black, adding edge.

Another outfit which is completely and utterly fabulous!  It is styled to perfection...the white pasty hands add delicacy, providing a perfect contrast to the black fabric leather, which seems to have some vinyl or raincoat coating on it (the arm shape is the perfect edginess because the fabric doesn't move gracefully; it stays in its place, adding a twist on motion).  The feathers on the collar poke out, which also is edgy. This is a form of motion and fabric choice (stiff), but the soft subtle colors are perfect. The skirt is gorgeous! I love the play on the 3 different types of fabric: tulle, fleece or wool and a feathery fabric. It is pure genius.The nude color of the skirt is perfect. It isn't quite as feminine as a soft pink, but is very soft nice and subtle.  The shoes are of course great...and very similar to the ones above (photo cuts of the differing bottom).

How do I do this? That is completely up to you...you are the artist and it is fun to play. "You can never hit a home run if you are afraid to strike out", meaning take chances...who knows what will come out of them? A few tips: Light pink is great, but maybe you don't have any garments that are light pink. Don't worry: this look can still be achieved! Look for subtle and calm colors like: nude, tan, a grey pink (like the skirt above, sea foam blue). Most of us don't own leather jackets or studs, but edginess is very simple to achieve: broad shoulders, black, dark brown. It isn't all about the colors - edginess or a ballerina look is useless without a play on fabrics and textures! Sheer, stiff fabrics, flowy fabrics, wool, synthetic and many more can help achieve your look!

xoxo,

Chantal