The Basics: Levi's Denim

For some reason, I can't wear jeans produced post 1995. All 'modern' denim never fits- the waist band is too low, the material too stretchy, length not right. I love vintage Levi's for denim. You...

The Basics:Extreme Weather Dressing & Utilitarian Chic

Jacket- PatagoniaPullover- SupremeBoots- Frye I've headed out on the road with a documentary film crew. A trip that spans many cities and multiple climates so packing was a challenge. First stop:...

Foxy Brown Halloween

Make-Up/Hair: Even if you don't have the hair to pull off the look, afro wigs are available almost everywhere. Keep the rest of the face natural with neutral browns and add big false lashes....

Halloween à la Josephine Baker

Halloween costumes should not be bought in plastic packaging. You'll spend too much money on something you'll only wear once and likely run into a few other people with the exact same look....

The Basics Before The Basics: Fall Reading

Fall is the season for reading. I get great style inspiration from movies and streetstyle blogs but nothing satisfies like good reading material. Garage Magazine- From Dasha Khukova is one of my...

#MusicGetsYouTalk ing

Between buying Doc Martens and Olive Oil soap, I also get to do fun things for work. I spent some time in NY this September for the launch of Nokia Music in the US and conducted a series of...

The Basics: Doc Marten Lace-Ups

I have been searching for one pair of 'wear with everything' flats for 3 months. Not passively either. I have been actively searching department stores, boutiques, outlets, vintage shops, the...

The Basics Before the Basics: Olive Oil Soap

I love olive oil: in a deep conditioning hair mask, used a gentle makeup remover and especially drizzled over a piece of crusty sourdough bread. The benefits of olive oil are well documented."This...

The Basics: The Little White Dress

Dress: MarniMetal Belt: Ralph Lauren CollectionShoes: Christian Louboutin There are only a few days left of summer. Pull out your little white dress while you still have time!

The Basics: What To Wear To Polo

Hi Friends,It's my first summer in London but I keep getting summoned to Windsor to see polo on the weekend. It's good fun and it feels very old school European. What to wear: keep it simple and...

Happy Birthday: To the Divine Mrs.V!

I'm a day late, but I wanted to take a moment to celebrate the late Diana Vreeland, who would be 109 today.If you haven't read her memoir D.V., I highly recommend it. Arguably the best fashion...

The Basics before The Basics: Notebooks and Lists

I’m always scribbling away in a notebook. Usually lists. Grocery lists, schedules broken down into 30 minute chunks, beauty products I need to buy, workout routines, albums I should download, movie...

The Basics: How to Dress for a Film Premiere

I love movies. I see a movie every chance I get. I’m at the theatre 3 times a week and I see them all—obscure indie films, hard hitting documentaries, sappy romantic comedies and big action...

Video Art: Azaelia Banks x Paris is Burning- Fierce

To My Glamorous Eccentrics,Those of you who have been following me since January know that I make these little videos, mashing up visual content and song.In the past, they've recieved 100-200 hits...

@brookedevard on Instagram

all photos by meTo my Glamorous Eccentrics,I apologise. Its been too long since Ive updated. Ive been travelling, working, moving and enjoying summer, in what seems like a whirlwind, these past two...

The Basics: The Denim Shirt

Now that summer is around the corner, I cant stop thinking about denim. Denim dresses, denim overalls, denim shorts, black denim, white denim, faded denim, bleached denim etc, etc. A denim shirt is...

Healthy Cinco De Mayo Meal

Today is Cinco De Mayo and while I do enjoy Mexican food, I usually find it to be too heavy. With high calorie margaritas figuring heavily into the days festivities, I think its best to balance...

Video Art: Natural Hair

I love having natural hair and the versatility it provides. This video is an homage to those various styles: from locs to afros, braids, blow-outs and twists. Enjoy and share!See more at...

The Basics: The Party Dress and The Pump

I was invited to a wedding reception at the Four Seasons, very last minute, Saturday night in London. I wore a sculptural Jil Sander dress, from Raf Simons collection which I love, and my simple...

The Basics: Coachella Edition

The Basics: Denim Brights

One of the easiest ways to add spring cheer to your look is with brightly coloured denim. I love the entire Christopher Kane for J Brand collaboration. Great denim jackets and jeans in neon green,...

The Basics: The Rain Hat

Ive just come back from SXSW (South by Southwest) in Austin, TX. First time at the festival and first time in Austin. Austin is a great city and its also very weird. I saw great acts: Frankie Rose,...

The Basics: The Dress With Sleeves

Last month, I wrote about assessing your wardrobe and differentiating between needs and wants. Part of this assessment involves finding the gaps in your wardrobe: where are you lacking? Whats...

Video Art: Running

My latest video. Part II of my Video Art series. Enjoy!Because I always feel like runningNot away, because there is no such placeBecause, if there was I would have found it by nowBecause its easier...

The Basics: The Party Dress

Dress: Giambattista Valli My Mom taught me that you always get the dress, before you know you need it. You buy in advance so that youre not running around a week before an event searching and...

The Basics: The Little Red Dress

Dress: Donna Karan A vivid red will always get a second look, which makes the little red dress essential for festive occasions, holiday parties and special dates. According to Edith, "Color in your...

Future Star: Lena Gora

Photography by me. November 2011, London. Three years ago we met in Paris, last summer I cast her for a movie in NY, and I photographed her this fall in London. Now, Lena has arrived in California...

The Basics: Sunglasses

The only four styles of shades you will ever need: Round, Square, Aviator and something quirky and stand-out, in this case Cat-Eye.Dolce &GabbannaSquare-framed sunglasses are classic and compliment...

The Basics: Evening Wear

When an event calls for black tie, one’s mind quickly goes to hours of discomfort inflicted by high heels, tight undergarments, frills and trains. A few years ago I attended BET Honors, an event I...

The Basics: According to Edith

In 1967, Random House, New York, published Edith Head’s “How to Dress For Success”, a book so packed with fashion wisdom that it remains in print today. After reading and re-reading this book many...