Mono in Black

I have this weird habit of wearing monochromatic outfits most of the time. Maybe because they say that wearing one color from top to bottom elongates the silhouette. As much as I try to stay away from being too conventional because I am most of the time, haha! I just can´t take away the preppiness in me. What I can I say, I´m a simple girl with just simple tastes. There´s nothing wrong with sticking to the basics from time to time, right?

top- Lacoste

belt- Zara

bracelets- Blanco, local store

I usually just add a colored belt to it to break the monotony and boringness of the look et voila, problem solved! ;)

shorts- Mango


So what about you? Are you the simple type or the over the top/overdressed type of gal? ;)

xoxo,

Che


PS: Next week will be Balenciaga week. I´ll be featuring here in the blog some haute couture dresses and gowns made by the late Cristóbal Balenciaga. These divine creations are now displayed at the Balenciaga Museum. Stay tuned for that! ;)

Comments

Style Journey said…
I love your preppy monochromatic look! And your orange belt is the perfect touch!
July 22, 2011 at 3:53 PM
Laura said…
I love the pop of orange all black is something fun to wear for sure!
July 22, 2011 at 4:15 PM
Jing Ocay said…
I love this look.I always admire black outfits.I love the pop of color of your belt te che! ;)
July 22, 2011 at 4:20 PM
www.janetteria.com said…
I love Lacoste sooo much!

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July 22, 2011 at 7:55 PM
Leia said…
I think I'm the overdressed type! :)

♥ Leia
July 22, 2011 at 8:30 PM
Anonymous said…
fantastic ! :)
July 23, 2011 at 12:08 AM
Sherin said…
I love the all black look here. I tend to dress simply, with one colour, or neutrals.
July 23, 2011 at 9:26 AM
Sweet said…
you are indeed simple with a touch of class...I am simple too but sometimes I get to experiment hahahah but still I am boring!!!!

I love the touch of your orange belt...something to spice up the monochromatic black outfit...and your bangles...

Kisses
Sweet
PensandLens
@mistytewest
July 23, 2011 at 5:45 PM
mikenbecca said…
I'm simple as well. :-)
July 24, 2011 at 2:31 AM
Unknown said…
Nothing wrong with comfortable and stylish outfits. Definitely enjoy the pop of colour provided by the Zara belt. Zara is amazing at the moment, right?!
July 24, 2011 at 4:31 AM
Choiii said…
love the pop of orange colour, i wear black all the time, slims me down :)
July 24, 2011 at 9:06 PM
Mar said…
I love this look on you, and love how you added interesting pieces t your whole ensemble, the bright orange belt and lovely accessories did wonders! -Mar
http://notyourordinarybeautyqueen.blogspot.com/
July 25, 2011 at 7:34 AM
Mom Daughter Style said…
i've got to get some ideas from you. nice outfit pati sa previous posts

http://momdaughterstyle.blogspot.com/
July 25, 2011 at 9:42 AM
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