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16 May 2021

Snaps for a Snapshot

This may seem a little out of character for me to highlight a look like this especially with so much bling! But I actually love it. It’s a fun take on something that feels like a classic foundation to me and it’s both dressed up, but sexy at the same time. Now, we’re not saying that we could ever pull something like this off, but for Maya we love it!

Who: Maya Jama

Wearing: Area

Where: 2021 Brit Awards

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14 Feb 2021

Snaps for a Snapshot

Who: Zendaya

Wearing: Aliétte’s criss-cross-neckline, cut-out and high-slit signature gown

Where: “Malcolm & Marie”

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Technically this isn’t an event and usually that’s what this series is for. We also haven’t watched this film yet. Should we? I hear it’s quite long. The dress, however, is something that can’t go without mentioning. Since the early previews, I have been wondering about this dress. It is such a glam look that is perfect for Zendaya. That alone, makes us want to see more of it in the film. Cutouts have been named a trend for 2021, but admittedly, I haven’t loved everything I’ve seen. Some of it doesn’t seem as wearable as they may appear, but this dress 100% is.

15 Jan 2021

Snaps for a Snapshot

How wild is it to see red carpets? It has been a year since award show season, but the lack of red carpets through the rest of the year feels strange. Upon seeing this, I wondered for a second if the pandemic was over because why would there still be a red carpet happening if it weren’t? I’m sure I’m not the only one that asks that question to themselves. Let’s put that aside for now and just admire Hunter in this stunning Givenchy dress. We know Zendaya to be the red carpet scene stealer in year’s past, but Hunter is coming for her crown now!

Who: Hunter Schafer

Wearing: Givenchy

Where: 30th Annual Gotham Awards

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29 Dec 2020

Favorites of 2020

Favorite Style Icon (s): BTS

Before I even started writing this post, I knew I was in for a challenge. I’ve never had an issue deciding who was the most iconic in fashion for that year because we could always go back and look at who we shared the most for “Snaps for a Snapshot.” In a year where we had fewer red carpet experiences, that made this choice harder. And yet, it was easier. BTS truly shined in their “Dynamite” era and we were served impeccable looks for every editorial, appearance, and performance. Each one continued to top the last. Over the years, the guy have come into their own on highlighting the style that they are most comfortable with. Even though they show up as an ensemble, you can tell that they make it their own.

Runner Up: Margot Robbie

We somehow managed to get one award show season before the pandemic hit and Margot Robbie continued to stun on every red carpet.

Favorite Getaway: Los Angeles

I only had two places to choose from for this category this year and honestly, I loved Los Angeles and Phuket for two very different reasons. I think what pushed me towards LA is that I had the chance to celebrate the bachelorette of one of my best friends in a city that I love. No matter how many times I visit, I’m always being introduced to something new. Celebrating moments were few and far between, but this one was so memorable.

Favorite Artist: Dua Lipa

In 2020, I listened to an unhealthy amount of Dua Lipa. “Future Nostalgia” is a superb album and with the year that we’ve had, it was just what we needed. Full of pop tracks and dance hits, it’s actually quite difficult to be upset at any part of this album. It was the soundtrack to my summer and an album I know I’ll listen to even further into 2021.

Runner Up: Griff

Griff is just starting to come into her own, but we’re so excited for what she’ll achieve in the next year.

Favorite Guilty Pleasure: Selling Sunset

It’s not easy for me to add a new reality television series into the mix, but Selling Sunset had all the right components. The series was catty, smart, and somewhat educational? I learned so much about homes and real estate just from watching the show alone without all of the drama. The episodes are short so it feels easily digestible and it is great background noise in case you don’t want to pay attention too closely.

Runner Up: Emily in Paris

How could we forget the show that we thought we’d end up hating, but actually loved?

Favorite Item Purchased This Year: [Amazon Brand – Terry Cotton & Modal Oversized-Fit Quarter-Zip Sweatshirt] – $29.50

If you had told me that lounge wear would be my aesthetic this year (pre-pandemic) I would have thought you were lying. Contrary to what some may believe, lounge wear can be stylish as well. However, this year taught us that comfort is key. That denim jeans may be a thing of the past (for now at least) and that half zips are the ultimate basic piece to own. We’ve talked about this Amazon half zip so many times now across all of our platforms, but I could live in this for a week.

Runner Up: [BLANKNYC Good Vibes Faux Leather Moto Jacket] – $98

The girl who thought she could never pull off a leather jacket finally did!

Favorite Albums (in no particular order):

  • Justin Bieber – Changes
  • The Weeknd – After Hours
  • Dua Lipa – Future Nostalgia
  • Kiana Ledé – KIKI
  • Tom Misch – What Kinda Music
  • JoJo – good to know
  • Kehlani – It Was Good Until It Wasn’t
  • Kygo – Golden Hour
  • Teyana Taylor – The Album
  • Jhené Aiko – Chilombo
  • Henry Green – Half Light
  • BLACKPINK – THE ALBUM
  • TWICE – Eyes Wide Open
  • BTS – BE
  • KATIE – Our Time Is Blue
23 Nov 2020

Snaps for a Snapshot

Who: Cara Delevingne

Wearing: Dolce & Gabbana suit; Dior corset; Christian Louboutin shoes

Where: 2020 American Music Awards red carpet

My favorite part of this is the neutral corset. It’s so subtle, but incredibly elegant at the same time. I also love that she didn’t go for a bright or deep red for her lips and really like the violet hue for her eyes. Cara’s stylist needs a raise.

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21 Nov 2020

Snaps for a Snapshot

Who: BTS

Wearing: all in Prada

Where: Global press conference in Seoul to celebrate the release of their new album “BE”

Who remembers their entire Dior period and how amazing that was?

08 Nov 2020

Snaps for a Snapshot: Election Edition

It was a beautiful and historic night yesterday evening! For Kamala Harris’s debut as the Vice President Elect and Jill Biden as the next First Lady, their outfits were a nod to American fashion. In her first address to the country, Kamala chose a white suit by Carolina Herrera. Making history as the first woman to hold the highest title in office, the first woman Vice President and first Black and South Asian to hold this title, the color white is symbolic in many ways. Fashion historian Shelby Ivey Christie noted on [Twitter] that “monochromatic dressing is the mark of celebration in the Black community.” The color white was also in reference to the U.S. women’s suffrage movement and the 19th Amendment.

Jill Biden may not have given a speech last night, but there is plenty of time for that as she assumes the role of First Lady for the next four years. Complimentary to Carolina Herrera, Jill selected another well known American fashion brand in Oscar de la Renta. Embellished with florals, the short-sleeved black dress matched her black mask and pair well with her heels. Today is just the beginning and what I hope will be a fresh start. I also cannot wait for the fashion looks to come out of these two women for the next four years.

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02 Sep 2020

Snaps for a Snapshot

Who: Taylor Hill

Wearing: Etro

Where: 2020 Venice Film Festival Opening Ceremony

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It feels so weird to be doing one of these posts! We’ve gone so long without one that seeing a red carpet feels new to me again. And also no masks?!

30 Jan 2020

Snaps for a Snapshot

Who: Kathryn Newton

Wearing: Prabal Gurung

Where: 2020 Costume Designers Guild Awards

Who: Margot Robbie

Wearing: Dries Van Noten

Where: London premiere of ‘Birds of Prey’

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