Relationships are funny. Sometimes it's infatuation at first sight. And sometimes it starts with subtle intrigue, evolves into respect and admiration, then blossoms into full-blown 'can't stop thinking about you, don't want to stop thinking about you, I'm gonna put you in my closet and never let you go' love. I'm talking about clothes, of course. Case in point? My heated affair with the deconstructed elegance of Raquel Allegra has been a long time in the making.
As with any soul-deep obsession, I can't put my finger on exactly what's got me hooked. Maybe it's the unconventional silhouettes that drape seductively without trying too hard. Maybe it's the one-of-a-kind textile treatments that speak to my inner design geek. All I know is that I'm dying to incorporate these louche, luxe layers into my winter rotation.
Raquel Allegra's clothes are as much art as they are fashion, so style them as such. Play with proportion. Experiment with shape. Streamline for day with a black shift and booties, then pile on beads and bangles for night. Be prepared for the addiction though; don't be surprised to find yourself craving more. As with all the best relationships, this is a love that only grows deeper with time.