QUICK TIPS TO LEVEL UP YOUR LITTLE BLACK DRESS GAME

STYLED BY SHARRA GREENE

“The little black dress expresses a moment of freedom and individuality every time.”

- Andre Leon Talley

I don’t play about my LBD’s! Little black dresses are such an essential part of my wardrobe in every aspect, from casual looks to work uniforms, to formal wear. I’d like to say I’ve become a pro at wearing this classic staple. Here are some tips to remember when shopping & styling the little black dresses in your life…

WHAT MAKES THIS ONE DIFFERENT??

I only buy little black dresses that have that little extra something special. Whether it be some fringe detail on the sleeves, a sexy cut out, or an interesting neckline, I make sure all of my dresses have that one thing that takes it past basic. Applying this when shopping for a LBD will make you more excited to wear it when the time comes.

Shop the look: Dress, boots, bag, lipstick.

IT’S ALL ABOUT GIVE & TAKE

Have work dresses that are a little too plain or modest for your normal aesthetic off the clock? It’s all about balance. Try pairing them with edgy accessories to give a modern spin on your more classic pieces.

SOMETIMES IT’S JUST THE SHOES, SIS

An amazing pair of heels can instantly take a boring dress from a 5 to a 10. I believe every girl should have that go to stiletto or even block heel that elevates her whole fit, both literally and figuratively. Kinda like what Bey was saying about the freakum dress…

I hope you enjoyed these style tips! I got some spring style content making its way to the blog very soon! Stay tuned, my loves! 💋

Sharra,

“The definition of walking art.”

3 METHODS FOR CURATING A PERSONAL STYLE THAT'S UNAPOLOGETICALLY "YOU"

WRITTEN BY SHARRA GREENE

“Fashion is not necessarily about labels, It’s not about brands. It’s about something else that comes from within you.” - Ralph Lauren

The number one complaint I hear from my clients and even friends, is how everything in fashion today looks the same…and as someone who’s been studying the industry since I was 10, I’ve watched in real time as the convenience of fast fashion (which most of us have a love hate relationship with) has halted creativity in a way.

In today’s world, everyone knows where you get your clothes from, or at least where to find something similar. This can make you uninspired & discouraged when it comes to uniquely expressing yourself through your style. To combat that, I’m sharing my personal recipe for saying f*ck the standard and making each look your own.

DON’T LIMIT YOUR OUTFIT INSPIRATION TO HOW IT’S WORN ON A MODEL OR STORE MANNEQUIN

I feel like so many make the mistake of just going with how a company or a merchandiser says a piece is to be worn. But this can make getting dressed redundant, boring, and impersonal. Do you even like how it’s styled on the mannequin? Are you and the model even the same body type? How would you rock it? These are all so crucial to creating strong personal style.

The skirt I’m wearing above was seen on the site paired with a solid black crop top & black pumps. But I wanted to turn it up some so I added feather boots, & a studded jacket instead. Each styling choice should make the look more dynamic and personal.

ALWAYS INCORPORATE THESE 3 ELEMENTS: TEXTURE, COLOR, PRINT

Which of the three are you more drawn to? These are my 3 “secret weapons” when it comes to creating a multi dimensional look that stops you in your tracks. But, depending on your personality and what you naturally gravitate to, you may decide to make only one or two of these your signature.

Either way, keeping them in mind when shopping will help you add more impactful pieces to your wardrobe. You want a print that makes your eyes wander, colors that make you appear vibrant, and a texture that makes you wanna feel the details on the clothing.

USE SUBTLE DETAILS TO MAKE YOUR LOOK MORE “YOU”

Every single look you wear doesn’t have so be super busy & complex. Sometimes you can go with a simple base and let the accessories speak for you. For example, I loooove a little black dress vibe with a fun shoe and big earrings (as you can see from what I’m wearing above). But my LBD’s always have an interesting detail like cool fringes or a unique neckline. It’s the little things…

I hope these 3 strategies allow you to experiment with your look even more and feel like your best self in whatever you wear! When you dress for YOU, you attract all that is truly for you.

Stay tuned for more style content making its way to the blog very soon and don’t forget to subscribe so you’ll never miss an update!

Sharra,

“ The definition of walking art.”

Image Sources: Vogue Paris, Damon Rice, MKR Shoots, Sharra Greene Styling

WAYS TO WEAR YOUR THIGH HIGH BOOTS: SEXY CHIC STYLE INSPIRATION

WRITTEN BY & STYLED BY SHARRA GREENE

Thigh high boots have been apart of my signature style for I don’t know how many years now. It’s just something so sexy yet sophisticated about a shoe that spans your entire leg. My favorite part about this style of shoe is how versatile they are. You can literally pair them with almost anything and it’ll look fly. But my fave ways to style them for an everyday look are with mini skirts, bodycon pants, and perfectly fitting denim. Here are a few of my tips for styling the ultimate thigh high boot look.

TO MAKE IT CHIC, CHOOSE COOL FITTING OUTERWEAR & STATEMENT ACCESSORIES

Shop the look: Jacket | Jeans | Leggings | Boots (similar pair for less here | Shades | Hat | Earrings | Bag | Lip | Bracelet

Shop the Look: Blazer | Skinny Jeans | Boyfriend Jeans | Mini Bag | Denim Bag | Black Boots | Camel Boots | Shades | Rimmed Glasses | Bangle

Whether a blazer with an interesting crop, or an oversized jacket, throwing on some eye catching outerwear is a way to make your thigh high boot look chic in one step. Simple, body hugging pants will keep the attention on your boots. If you want to dress it up, go for your boldest bag, bangle, or even pair of shades.

You can in corporate different techniques like color blocking if you’re going for a bolder fit. P.S. Choosing boots that have an interesting color or texture to them will make your look even more bomb. (I.e, the berry colored boots above or the suede boot in a vibrant camel color. )

FOR A SEXY LOOK, KEEP IT SIMPLE & SHOW SOME SKIN

The key to styling a thigh high boot in a way that’s sexy but still casual and classy is “give and take”. For example, since most of my legs are covered up with my Jeffrey Campbell color block suede boots (these are my babies! I’m passing them down to my future daughter one day), I can opt for a skirt with a shorter hem line to showcase my thighs.

My top has a sexy asymmetrical cut that gives some cleavage, yet it completely covers one of my arms. Since the main theme of this look is different hues of brown, I let the color scheme speak for itself and kept accessories to a minimum.

Sometimes, less is more. You can never go wrong with an all black ensemble and a cool pop of color to keep the look fresh and modern.

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Sharra,

“The definition of walking art.”

"WHO'S THAT GIRL?" EDITORIAL FOR GMARO MAGAZINE'S DECEMBER 2020 #17 ISSUE, STYLED BY SHARRA GREENE, FEATURING MICHELLE GRACIE, PHOTOGRAPHED BY DAMON RICE, MAKEUP BY TEASHERA SMITH

Just dropping by the blog to share my faves from my latest editorial for GMARO Magazine’s December 2020 #17 Issue, along with amazing team, Photographer Damon Rice, Model, Writer, & Actress Michelle Gracie, and Makeup Artist Teashera Smith.

The inspiration for this shoot was inspired by Coco Chanel’s quote “Some people think luxury is the opposite of poverty It is not. It is the opposite of vulgarity.” Michelle has such a vibrant spirit and a heart of gold with billion dollar ambitions so I let that fire that she exudes when it comes to her career goals, inspire my style direction for her by adding in luxurious textures and bold colors in eye catching prints.

Damon was a master at capturing her at all the right moments and helping scout the most amazing locations for each look. Teashera gave us a classic yet timeless beat with a killer cat eye. You can get your copy of the issue with the button below for the full spread and see my faves below! Let me know YOUR favorites in the comment!

Get your copy of Gmaro Magazine’s Dec 2020 #17 issue here! And stay tuned for new style content making its way to the blog really soon!

Sharra,

“The definition of walking art.”