Lately, I have been totally
style crushing on Marni Senofonte. (Hence: Style Icon of the Week) I
have read her name before in photoshoot credits and was aware of
her styling for clients, but my total
obsession with Marni started when I followed her on Instagram (@marnixmarni). Her Instagram page has provided me multiple fashiongasms over 2013. Multiple! I really didn't think I had it in me. (smile) What really sent me over the edge however, was her white gown for Ms. Tina
Knowles 60th birthday bash. Wow. Of course Ms. Tina, Queen
Bey, Solange, and Kelly did their own thing, but I could not take my eyes off
of Marni. In every shot. On everyone's Instagram page, who were invited to the bash. If I was there, I wouldn't have taken any pictures with Marni! Yes, it was that real.
The dress...and fabulous mask.
See what I mean? I wouldn't have posed for any picture with her, she looks that fabulous!
Marni Senofonte is a
celebrity stylist guru, who has worked with every celebrity who is worth mentioning
for the past 15 years. Everyone from
Kelly Rowland, Beyonce, Cassie, Diddy, Lauryn Hill, the Kardashians, Monica…you
name them, she’s styled them. And oh,
how she has styled them!
Work Kelly!
Marni credits her start to
Misa Hylton-Brim, also a celebrity stylist guru in her own right, while working
at Norma Komali. From an interview with Vibe Vixen, “Truth be told, Misa Hylton-Brim. I was working at Norma Komali,
the clothing store, and Misa used to always come in and shop for SWV and Total
and all these people. We just formed a relationship, and it was funny because
she got pregnant with her second baby, right after she had Justin, and needed
help. I was helping her out with a Total video, so truly Misa took me from
Norma Komali.”
I have these pants!
“I helped Misa out while she was pregnant
right up until she gave birth to her baby, but I was still working at Norma
Komali. Then, Lauryn Hill saw something that I did and tracked me down and and
it was Salt-N-Pepa and Lauryn Hill. Like, I literally left Norma Komali and
Salt-N-Pepa it went on their last tour. It was kinda crazy. It was funny
because they were doing a cover shoot for Us magazine, and they
wouldn’t get dressed. Marvet [Britto] knew Norma Komali, and I was in Norma’s
PR department, so I brought over each one of them an outfit, never knowing that
you had to bring racks and racks of clothing. I brought Sandy something, Cheryl
something, Spin something and they loved it. It was on the cover, then they’re
like, ‘Come work on the tour!’ I was so young, so I left Norma Komali, went on
the road with Naughty by Nature and Salt-N-Pepa. It was the most fun I ever had
in my whole life That was the beginning of the
best stories. From there, I went straight to Lauryn Hill, and I was heavy with
Lauryn Hill for years.”
And the rest is fashion history. Marni Senofonte embodies NYC attitude,
without all the black, in lots of layers and bold accessories. Some of the best celebrity fashion moments were master minded by Marni. So, without further ado…covet Marni’s style. Be inspired!
Cassie always looks beautiful! I am digging the blazer and gladiator thigh highs!
Cassie
Sean John Ad
Spank Rock on the cover of Fader. Marni did her thing, because this is the best I have ever seen him look.
Lauryn looks so elegant
Alicia looks ethereal!
My future ex husband, styled by Marni
I need that red bag.
Love it. Absolutely love it.
I don't know if I could pull this look off, but I damn sure am going to try!
Kelly looks stunning!
Love Marni's layered look, with the shiny sneaks and top
Marni and her style is absolutely amazing. Her stylings are so creative they inspire tons of your favorite bloggers lookbooks...including this one right here. If you are amazed by her accessory pieces and pairings, check out yesterdays Friday Flash Sale here. I have hand picked pieces and styled them with Ms. Senofonte in mind, so you can update your own accessory story. Furthermore, I am running great sales and discounts, so get to shopping while supplies last! Also, as an ode to Marni Senofonte's pure awesomeness, I put together a style shop on Thred Up! You will find plenty of layerable pieces with the color, pattern, texture and shine that is inspired by Marni's fresh and edgy style! Check it out here:
I have way more black in this Style Shop than Marni would (hey, I am a New Yorker) but I am sure you will find dazzling pieces that you can mix, layer and accessorize! As an added bonus, you will get most of the name brand pieces for less than $20! Yes, less than 20 bucks! Get yourself a whole new wardrobe today! As always happy shopping!
Funny story; new semester just started at school and I am nose deep in my "The Marketing Plan Handbook 5th Edition" book and one of the example companies used was Warby Parker. Besides having massively stylish eye glasses and sunglasses, they also have give back to the global community. (Which is quite rare in the corporate world.) For every pair of glasses sold they either donate a pair or give funding to their non-profit partners. From the Warby Parker website:
How amazing is that? With all of Warby Parkers good works and stylish glasses, I was absolutely delighted when I was asked to review their Winter Collections and new collabo with Leith Clark.
The Winter Collection:
Warby Parker's Winter Collection captures winters essence...short days, long nights, hot chocolate, pumpkin lattes, snuggling in front of a fire, layers, comfy sweaters and awesome winter boots. Warby Parker has managed to mix classic and contemporary, or how they describe it "rustic and modern". You can click on the images to be taken to Warby Parkers site:
With six new shapes in five new colors, including two custom two-toned acetates, in addition to some of Warby Parkers most dependably stylish frames in cold-weather hues. As an added bonus, all frames are $95, including prescription lenses. Yes, $95! Here are my favs
Now for the pièce de résistance, Warby Parker x Leith Clark!
Leith Clark is founder and editor of British Magazine, Lula. She has styled collections for top designers, and you can find her editorials in everything from Vogue Italia, Harpers Bazaar (US and UK), and Elle. Basically, she's awesome and her collaboration with Warby Parker is phenomenal.
Here are some of my favorites!
If you follow Leith, you know she into ultra feminine charm with a touch of whimsical. Her touch on the frames are smart, stylish and cute! Get your pair at http://www.warbyparker.com
