style snag: rihanna & selita ebanks.

when femininity met masculinity. 

  

Songstress Rihanna is a style icon for being fashionably fearless. Supermodel Selita Ebanks, one of the (darker) faces of Victoria Secret, obviously oozes sex appeal (its her job.) Both have mastered being subtly sleek with adding a masculine touch to their identical outfits. A slouch sleeved blazer provides a professional and powerful pizazz to the sexy simplicity of a slinky blouse with a fitted skirt and fierce heels. Though the looks are similar, Rihanna's graphic tee provides a playful edge, while Selita remains effortlessly elegant. 

Steal this look for cheap(er)!

Express Cropped Satin Jacket (opened), $118

Rihanna:

Urban Outfitters Heartbreakers Peace and Love V-Neck Tee, $19.99

American Apparel Micro Fiber Tulip Skirt, $28.00

Urban Outfitters Heirloom Locket Necklace, $28.00

Aldo Tarabulus Sandal, $70.00

Selita: 

Express Racerback Tank Necklace Embellishment, $19.50

American Apparel Shiny Late Night Mini Skirt, $32.00

Express Pleated Patent Clutch (Deep Aquarius), $20.75)

Steve Madden Sellena, $89.90

I am exploring my own masculine femininity with this crisp bow tie button up I bought from MNG by MANGO (think Zara.)

... very Sarah J if I must say so myself.

piece puzzle: leather love.

From top to bottom, this smooth and thick material brings edge to any outfit. 

part 1-- leggings.

How to wear: Pair these tight sexy bottoms with an oversized, flowy top for balance. Keep it casual by throwing a cute fitted T. Add on a blazer for a more tailored look. 

Where to wear: Preferably, wear these out under the stars. They are perfectly appropriate for a night out to a club or a lounge. If you dare to wear these at day, keep the leggings out of the classroom or business place. 

Where to buy: American Apparel, Express, Armani Exchange. (These leggings are sold as faux leather or shiny material that mimics leather, but it all looks equally hot!)

Celeb Style: 

Rihanna

Christina Milian

Lauren Conrad

Mary Kate

How I do it:

I have on Black Eel Leggings from American Apparel. 

part ii-- jacket. 

Where to wear: Technically, since this a jacket, it is permissible to wear anywhere. This is the perfect item to have in the fall season and will do it's job in keeping you warm and stylish. 

How to wear: Again, since it's a jacket, there isn't a huge limit to what you can wear this with. This can edge out a clean preppy look or cool down an elegant outfit. 

Where to buy: Express, Urban Outfitters. 

Celeb Style:

Rihanna (of course)

Lindsay Lohan:

Lauren Conrad:

I have one from Urban Outfitters (it's faux, but good faux!)

Puzzle solved.