Hello Fashionistas and Fashionistos! My name is Olivia Poletti and I am very excited to start my first semester as a Style Guru! I am from San Francisco, CA and I am a sophomore majoring in Marketing and Psychology at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. Living in both New Orleans and San Francisco has exposed me to one-of-a-kind cultures filled with fashion-forward people who have their own unique sense of style. Both cities offer incredible shopping, ranging from high-end couture stores to local boutiques and thrift stores. I am definitely a bargain hunter, so the multitude of thrift stores with hidden treasures in both cities are some of my go-to places when I’m searching for something special.
Much of my style is inspired by street style that I see as well as trends that I read about. My ultimate Style Guru is Alexa Chung—I admire her elegant and chic look. Many of her outfits are simple and timeless, but with a modern edge and easy to replicate. My sense of style changes daily depending on my mood; I don’t like to limit myself to one particular style. However, for the most part, I would say that I tend to go for a classic look with a modern flair. I am a huge fan of wearing one commanding piece and pairing it with something understated yet complementary.
For this look, I’m wearing one of my favorite Topshop skirts. What I love about this skirt is that it automatically catches your eye– the colors are striking and the pattern is detailed, but not overwhelming. The skirt sits a little above the waist and has a somewhat A-line shape that pairs well with many solid colored shirts. In this case, I opted for a slouchy black tee that can be slightly tucked in or worn loose. If you are looking for a similar eye-catching skirt, be sure to check out Topshop and Zara. For accessories, I went with some layered necklaces and rings that I wear everyday as well as a pair of rounded sunglasses to top off the look.
