To be honest, I don’t know if plum and red are clashing so much as an unexpected colour pairing, but I was inspired to try it, and took the plunge. The outfit itself is sedate enough — if you can call culottes sedate — so the red gives it a jolt of … something. Something good, I hope. The whole look is the kind of ‘quirky’ I enjoy these days; subtle embellishments, architectural silhouette. I don’t know if ‘architectural’ is an actual fashion term, but I think everyone instinctively understands the shorthand. Minimalist, with interesting lines.
It appears that culottes are still going strong this season, thank goodness. My eyes have finally adjusted to the look, and now I find myself drawn to it more and more. Would it be tempting fate to buy another pair of culottes? Not gonna lie, I am tempted. I think I’d like a pair cropped lower on the ankle, made out of a softer material, and perhaps less high-waisted. I am not actively looking but … you know how it goes. If the right culotte finds me, I might just be unable to say no.
Thank you for explaining “architectual” in terms of fashion. I interpreted it to mean: straight, angular, wide lines. I like the red bag with the plum bottoms; it’s unexpected and eye-catching. And some how…very french looking. No? 🙂
Honestly, I’m not really sure what it means. Your description sounds right too. I assume there is an official definition but I’ve never thought to look it up. I probably should considering it’s an idea I’m increasingly drawn to …
I really like this outfit! The pretty collar with the sweater is nice, and I really love the color combination.
Thanks, Xin!
Your hair looks great lately. As soon as my wedding is over I’m bobbing mine.
Thanks! I’ve decided to grow mine out to a long bob again and I’m liking it more and more …