College Outfit: Detachable Collar

Eventually, after all the busy-ness i myself intentionally asked for, the buzz has finally worn itself out. That's what i thought. After one week absent from all classes in college regarding of my interning as a media relation in Jakarta Fashion Week 2012, i *sigh* became a regular college kid again. By regular, i mean coming late to class and sitting in the back with my face staring at my tablet, playing those omnipresent Angry Birds Rio (i repeat the same level over and over and over again until i succeed. Oh wait, you do that, too?) while trying to listen to what the lecturer is trying to say (writer's note: please don't try this method--IT DOESN'T WORK).

unbranded shirt

forgotten jeans

Macadamia cardigan

TRU faux leather collar

Yet when you think that college life would be a piece of cake, it's not anymore, and probably it'll stay that way forever. Ever since i have BLANCTERIA, i started to see things in quite a different way. You start to see a tree as an inspiration, you see a pile of bricks as a background for your lookbook photoshoot, and you're constantly trying to understand how a piece of cloth is made. Designing--even in my i-know-nothing-about-sewing level--is hard. But you know what--it's enjoyable. Because as a creative director of a clothing line, you get a chance to 'create' fantasy. A fantasy which you can wear. For example, for BLANCTERIA's new collection (and also new concept yaaaay!!! Keep updated! #Shameless) for Spring / Summer next year, i took Catholic's nun as an inspiration. I somehow find a bit of mystery in their clothing, only black and white color involved, and most parts of the body are hidden behind the fabric. I then wanted to create something different. Yes, i know my inspiration is a nun, but the pieces don't have to cover all your body. But i won't explain too much here. Just wait for new collection next year, it's gonna be cool.

Arnessio dress

TRU faux leather collar

A little style tips:

You gotta have a detachable collar, at least one. It's a great and practical way to take your look to the next level without tiring yourself.