Carla Vadan: London fashion blogger

Forget About the Rules

be yourself December 18, 2017

Mixing stuff that apparently doesn't work together is my thing. I simply love contrasts, extremes, clashes. It's just who I am, a big part of my personality so I can't deny it, even when it comes to my style.

Some people are linear, always liking the same things, thinking the same thoughts, wearing the same stuff. And that's ok, don't get me wrong - but it's boring and sad. That's just my opinion. Just like we all react differently to situations, other people and life in general, I think it's only fair to allow ourselves to like contrasts, even just once in a while. For example, I follow many girls on Instagram who I don't know...are minimalists, or by contrary, are extremely flashy. But after a while, it just gets boring - the same colour scheme, same styling, same flat lays, same everything. I admire their linearity but for me it's just a terrible thing to live with. To put it this way, I couldn't, can't and won't live by it.

Just like yesterday when I went out I felt like wearing something simple - like this very cosy and warm coat in a wool mix from VIP.com, together with the crisp white shirt-dress made of pure cotton from the same brand and a beanie. But then I felt like adding my super glittery leggings from H&M, colourful sock boots, a big furry bag and my OFF-WHITE belt. On paper, it shouldn't work. But check me out. It's a fun mix because I believe that first of all, fashion should be fun. You should just go wild, forget about the rules, be yourself and laugh while you're at it. And if people stare, let them stare. Sometimes I just fake smile and wave, saying "Heeeelloooo!" to all the people staring while we shoot. Who cares? Just like I make fun of the people that have a terrible sense of style all the time, let them all wonder what the hell you were thinking. It's worth it, I am always having fun like this - going to buy avocados and spring onions dressed almost for the red carpet. And why not? After all, life is one big, funny, crappy show. Can I get an encore?

GET THE LOOK

White Shirt-Dress (Sold Out)

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Pink(ish) Coat (Sold Out)

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RoseGal Faux Fur Bag

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Photo: @christianvadan

Styling: @carlavadan

Weekend Mood - ON

casual November 24, 2017

Sometimes you visit a shopping platform, find many things you love and you realise they are so different from one another, but still work perfectly together. That's what happened the last time I visited METISU: a long wool blend coat in a perfect Glen Plaid, a white turtle neck jumper with embroidered details (which remind me of my friend Larisa - and all the caricatures of each other we used to draw back in high school) and a burgundy button-up skirt in luscious velvet. I knew how nice they would work together from the moment I first saw them: wether for work, breakfast with your bff or running errands in style, this outfit means business. Everything is soft, warm and comfortable. And above all, pretty. And feminine. And quite classy, what more do you need?

I accessorised the look with this mini bucket bag from RoseGal which is a statement bag and works with a wide range of colours, textures, fabrics. As a reminder, make sure to check them out and all their Black Friday deals. My favourite section? Check out the bags and accessories, there are many hidden gems at more than affordable prices.

I'm wearing a big black bow in my hair, but sorry you can'r really see it. We were fighting with the wind during this shoot and it seems like the wind won. Maybe next time, haha. Socks and sling-backs is new to me, but I had this idea and decided to go ahead with it. I honestly love the result, it's a bold and fun way to wear your favourite summery shoes through the winter (I'm talking about the London winter, I wouldn't advise my dear Romanian friends - or those who live in the countries with real winters, to start an adventure in the snow with kitten heels, it would look more than stupid). So that's it for today, I decided to just talk about style today as my mind is racing and I have so many things to do, so a little break from everything is nice every once in a while.

P.S.: No, I didn't go to the church on this day, we simply chose the location because it was nice and quiet and I love its architectural details.

GET THE LOOK on METISU

Long Plaid Coat - I got a size M

Embroidered Jumper - size M again

Velvet Skirt - size L in this one, M would have been OK too