jeans: lost in paradise
scarf: woolworth's
booties: rag & bone
part two of the ben howard concert series, this is what i wore!
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Showing posts with label concert. Show all posts
16 October, 2012
electric feeling
jeans: lost in paradise
scarf: woolworth's
booties: rag & bone
part two of the ben howard concert series, this is what i wore!
02 October, 2012
ben howard concert
i can't believe its already october! how times flies by. this weekend is thanksgiving and i think my family is hosting the biggest one we've ever had this year. my family members live on completely different continents so its not easy to see them a lot considering we have different holidays...my great aunt is coming over, both my brothers invited their girlfriends and a family we're friends with so the table will be very crowded this year! (in a good way) what's your favourite part of october?
i went to see ben howard (see the feature here) last monday and had an absolute blast, his voice is so sincere and honest. i was very surprised that i knew one of the opening acts, marcus foster. i heard his song "i was broken" a couple years ago and low and behold, he played it!
booties: rag & bone
jeans: guess
sweater: handmade
scarf: woolworths
i went to see ben howard (see the feature here) last monday and had an absolute blast, his voice is so sincere and honest. i was very surprised that i knew one of the opening acts, marcus foster. i heard his song "i was broken" a couple years ago and low and behold, he played it!
booties: rag & bone
jeans: guess
sweater: handmade
scarf: woolworths
18 April, 2012
concert
i'm going to see snow patrol and ed sheeran tonight and i'm absolutely ecstatic! i love ed sheeran, he's currently one of my favourite singers so getting to see him live is a dream come true. if you don't know who he is or haven't heard of his music, go youtube him now! he's most famous for his song "the a-team" and "lego house" but i love every single song.
fun fact, his song "give me love" is featured in the VS love is heavenly campaign.
fun fact, his song "give me love" is featured in the VS love is heavenly campaign.
18 October, 2011
what to wear to a rock concert
both georgina and I deliberated on numerous outfits before the Hollerado show last weekend, but in two different approaches. dressing for a rock concert is similar to packing for a trip or preparing for a day at the zoo: it's a night out, but it's a night spent standing (and dancing), while dodging beer cans and sweaty moshers. or, if you're anything like me, being a sweaty mosher.
okay, okay, that's only one type of concert, but the next three outfits will answer some recurring questions: how can i look fabulous at the early morning meet-and-greet after being smashed up against smelly drunks? how can i stand out on the balcony amongst the other girls? and how can i dress for an outdoor summer festival with unpredictable weather?
This outfit applies to any raves and other shows you'll be on your feet for at least four hours. unless you intend on hovering around the back of the room or standing rigid, heels are not recommended. about 50% of the people around you will be sporting a pair of converse, so you can either join the fun with your brightest/roughest sneakers, or wear similar rocker chic flats- like combat boots!
jeans were originally created to be durable work wear for gold miners and are great for dancing in close-quarters, too! while those fishnets might be edgy, they're easily torn by the metal barrier or someone's studded belt. just don't forget to belt them if they're loose at all. a thick pair of leggings will keep you equally warm outside after the show, if you prefer them to jeans.
waterproof makeup is a must; the last thing you want is streaks of mascara down your face along with the sweat beads and wet bangs stuck to your forehead. keep loose accessories to a minimum. on another note, don't wear spikes. while they great, security may ask you to remove any articles of sharp clothing.
i've never been to a seated venue (except the Molson Ampitheatre; however, that was a metal lineup, and everyone was standing anyway), but i have been on a backstage pass before. for your safety, this is the only situation where we'll allow you to wear heels to a concert. when you're backstage/seated, you can bring extra belongings and a nice purse; because when you are moving, you're not grinding by a thousand other people.
coachella and lollapalooza are my favourite times of year besides the four major fashion weeks for scoping out street style. after all, music and fashion do fall hand-in-hand. generally, these events are held over a number of days, during the day. there's unlimited space and sunny, clear skies... and on occasion, light rain. but as long as you remember to stay hydrated and check the weather before you head out, you ought to be fine.
flats or cork wedge sandals are great for this time of year, and due to the combined springiness of the cork and ground, wedges won't hurt your feet even if you are running around for long hours! plus, unless you're model tall, it'll prevent the hem of your dress from getting dirtied up.
dressing boho to summer festivals gets me in the mood for a relaxing show, in contrast with those stuffy, crowded concerts during the rest of the year. i still recommend travelling light, with a cross-body bag, because you'll be on your feet all day, and it'll free up your hands to join that impromptu pow-wow over there.
okay, okay, that's only one type of concert, but the next three outfits will answer some recurring questions: how can i look fabulous at the early morning meet-and-greet after being smashed up against smelly drunks? how can i stand out on the balcony amongst the other girls? and how can i dress for an outdoor summer festival with unpredictable weather?
the "classic" rock concert (general floor admission)
This outfit applies to any raves and other shows you'll be on your feet for at least four hours. unless you intend on hovering around the back of the room or standing rigid, heels are not recommended. about 50% of the people around you will be sporting a pair of converse, so you can either join the fun with your brightest/roughest sneakers, or wear similar rocker chic flats- like combat boots!
jeans were originally created to be durable work wear for gold miners and are great for dancing in close-quarters, too! while those fishnets might be edgy, they're easily torn by the metal barrier or someone's studded belt. just don't forget to belt them if they're loose at all. a thick pair of leggings will keep you equally warm outside after the show, if you prefer them to jeans.
waterproof makeup is a must; the last thing you want is streaks of mascara down your face along with the sweat beads and wet bangs stuck to your forehead. keep loose accessories to a minimum. on another note, don't wear spikes. while they great, security may ask you to remove any articles of sharp clothing.
the brat with connections (or the girly country show)
i've never been to a seated venue (except the Molson Ampitheatre; however, that was a metal lineup, and everyone was standing anyway), but i have been on a backstage pass before. for your safety, this is the only situation where we'll allow you to wear heels to a concert. when you're backstage/seated, you can bring extra belongings and a nice purse; because when you are moving, you're not grinding by a thousand other people.
the outdoor festival (hopefully, it won't rain)
coachella and lollapalooza are my favourite times of year besides the four major fashion weeks for scoping out street style. after all, music and fashion do fall hand-in-hand. generally, these events are held over a number of days, during the day. there's unlimited space and sunny, clear skies... and on occasion, light rain. but as long as you remember to stay hydrated and check the weather before you head out, you ought to be fine.
flats or cork wedge sandals are great for this time of year, and due to the combined springiness of the cork and ground, wedges won't hurt your feet even if you are running around for long hours! plus, unless you're model tall, it'll prevent the hem of your dress from getting dirtied up.
dressing boho to summer festivals gets me in the mood for a relaxing show, in contrast with those stuffy, crowded concerts during the rest of the year. i still recommend travelling light, with a cross-body bag, because you'll be on your feet all day, and it'll free up your hands to join that impromptu pow-wow over there.
now it's your turn
what does your usual concert attire consist of? share your tips below!17 October, 2011
you're so pretty; in the dark
on georgina
vest: vintage
tank: american eagle (not pictured)
top: american eagle
jeans: fidelity
socks: target
boots: my dad's
bag: jimmy choo
if you haven't heard of hollerado , go check them out NOW ! they are amazing, funny and fantastic live :) i wanted to mix menswear pieces with "hippie" pieces for a different take on my style. truthfully, i tried on at least ten different outfits before settling on this one. the choices we have to make , haha !
on joanna
top: Mendocino
jeans: H&M
jacket: Vertigo Paris
shoes: Converse (not pictured)
To be honest, I worried less about how I looked, and more about how I sweat like a madwoman at concerts. They're the one place I won't wear heels (because everyone knows I'll wear heels anywhere else). Jewellery can a hazard when dancing with your eyes closed, so I went with this bright, lightweight top. It can stand on its own, not to mention being very airy and unrestrictive. (Granted, I'd think twice before going crowdsurfing in a crop.)
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