RUFFLE SOME LEATHERS

DRESS: ASILIO

Black leather is such a staple item in every woman's wardrobe. We all have a simple black leather jacket to wear in summer with a dress, in fall for a layered look or when we just want to have a Matrix moment with dark black shades. This classic fabric has moved out of outerwear & on to the runway with coloured leather dresses & pants popping up everywhere. Black leather is not just for biker gangs, rebels & rock n' rollers anymore!

I am replacing my little black dress with a LITTLE BLACK LEATHER DRESS (LBLD). This ASILIO genuine leather ruffle dress is a statement piece. It is a tight dress with a boned bodice for a form fitting silhouette, (which is such a turn on ever since Kim K wore the vintage built-in-corset Versace dress) along with ruffles going across it which combined, give a light feminity to overpower the tough durable strength of this strong solid black hue.

This ASILIO dress is so intricate that I chose to wear it alone with no accessories for an effortless feel to reveal my inner edge. With this kind of dress, you need no extras, no undergarments & no distracting colours. My LBLD with my black leather booties & dark Armani shades is a winning combo.

My style is a bit bipolar sometimes so I love pieces that I can wear two ways; leather dress with heels for a luxe look or boyish leather dress with sneakers for a sporty-chic look & this dress works with both.

Black leather is a seasonless fabric that transitions so well; it is definitly worth the splurge on an investment piece. The ASILIO LBLD is a soft, buttery matte leather with an architectural ruffle design flowing from the arms to the neck on a structured zipper back dress. I can't wait to wear it in the fall with stockings & boots.

Shop the ASILIO SANCTION LEATHER RUFFLE DRESS here. Also available in peanut butter leather.

Xo

Jyoti

BETWEEN A SOCK & AN 'AVANT GARDE' PLACE

TOP: ZARA TRAFALUC | SHORTS: LUSH | SOCKS: PRIMARK | SHOES: CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN | BAG: CELINE

As summer fades, many of our stilettos either collect dust or go into storage. Transitioning a stiletto into fall can be as simple as a stiletto-and-sock combination. Sheer socks portray a professional yet chic look on the foot. Here I am wearing my classic suede SoKate Louboutins, sheer socks, my black suede Celine bag with metal chain strap & metal chain link bracelet.

I wanted to show the cross between seasons so I paired my leather shorts with a black turtleneck & leather snapback. Don't be afraid to push into new trends & avant garde ideas of advancing your wardrobe with mix & match items for any season.

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Jyoti

THE DOMME

TOP: OBJECT | SKIRT: RIVER ISLAND | BOOTS: CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA | BAG: CELINE | SUNGLASSES: DOLCE & GABBANA

What is it about leather that screams sexy? This fabric demands attention the way it hugs a woman's curves. Leather has been appearing on every trend this season. Maybe it is the craze of 50 Shades of Grey giving everything a touch of bondage & discipline. Aside from the usual shoes & bags, we are seeing leather peplum shirts, full length dresses & body hugging bodysuits.

My polished pencil skirt & leather shirt give me a sophisticated yet intimidating silhouette. I decided to go all leather with my Charlotte Olympia boots & Celine trapeze. With my Dolce & Gabanna dark frames, I'm feeling like a total dominatrix & submissive to the leather trend.

How would you do the leather look?

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Jyoti

ZIP IT!

JACKET: RIVER ISLAND | DRESS: RIVER ISLAND | BAG: TOM FORD | PUMPS: TOM FORD | SUNGLASSES: VERSACE

A few years ago zippers were just that boring utilitarian closure, only seen as a functional fastener on jackets, zips ups & pockets. Designers today have started to use the once only practical zipper as a fashion trend.

We are seeing the trend of metallic zippers emerging rapidly. Exposed zippers in Tom Ford looks create an edgy twist on an elegant dress with an open zipper down the back.

My look mixes hard & soft with the zipper adding a hint of rebellion to a simple structured basic black tube dress. This River Island dress can be worn conservatively closed & zipped up to add a sexy look to a cocktail party. Literally an all purpose dress. The bold gold zippers in my dress transcending to my choice of pairing it with a edgy gold zipper leather jacket, Tom Ford zipper bag, & Tom Ford heels.

XO
Jyoti