As much as I love dressing up, a comfortable yet stylish casual monochrome look makes me just as happy, especially in the weekends! And when it comes to casual dressing during winter, there are three things in my mind: a nice sweater, comfy flats ad a hands-free crossbody bag.
Last weekend I went monochrome and wore this look to go for a walk at the Republique area and the Canal Saint Martin. I really wanted to wear these super comfortable Erro leather pants with stud details, that my lovely friend from The Queenstore gifted to me a few years ago, so I started from there. Since I had already decided on a monochromatic look for that day, the rest was very easy. I chose a grey turtleneck sweater and white coat, multiple thin layers underneath the sweater of course (it’s a bit cold in Paris), white sneakers and my Chanel boy bag which can be also held as a crossbody. Finished with some purple lipstick to add a bit of color pop and voila! How do you like a monochrome look like this? I think there is always something special about a monochrome look and black & white, or ‘the absence of color’ like Coco Chanel said. What do you think?
As for me, you may have probably noticed that I have been missing some of my posts lately, and I am afraid it will be the same for the next couple of weeks, right before and during Paris Fashion Week. This will be my first Fashion Week so there are so many things to do. Plus, one of my besties and Anestis’ sister, Eleanna, visited us in Paris and I wanted to spend as much time with her as possible. But I am really making up to you with my stories and posts on Instagram and Snapchat, so make sure to follow me to see our daily shenanigans and scenes from the fashion shows and events I am going to attend. I really love it when we connect there too!
What about you? What are your plans this weekend? Is anyone from you coming to Paris Fashion Week? I would love to find out in the comments below!
Happy Friday and have an amazing start to the weekend!
I was wearing:
Massimo Dutti coat (similar)
Euro New York pants (similar)
Photos by: Anestis Iliadis
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You look great babe! I love your trousers – very stylish! I would love to come to Paris to attend the FW but it’s is still very difficult for me to leave my little man for a longer time.. Next year maybe! Have fun and enjoy every single moment of the FW <3 <3
Kisses! Kaja
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Hello my dear Kaja! Yes it must be so difficult, I am not a mom yet but totally get what you mean! Don’t worry, Fashion Weeks will always be there π We may meet with Sara if our schedules allow us to! Thank you so much and have a great weekend hun! xo
You look so beautiful in you monochromatic look Stella!
You can never go wrong with a monochromatic look, it’s will always make you look so chic elegant. Hope you enjoy fashion week. We’re taking my mom out for her birthday on Saturday π
xo, Jackie
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Early happy birthday to your mom Jackie! All the best and wish you a great family time! π Thanks for stopping by!
Such a fabulous look! I love how you make the sneakers look so chic with that classic bag and gorgeous coat! Great monochrome look and happy happy weekend!
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So glad you like it my darling! Thank you and have a happy weekend too! <3
Wow, Stella! First of all: you look faboulous and I’m totally in love with your monochrome look!
Second: Paris Fashion Week! I’m so happy for you to be there and I can’t wait for you Instastories to see what’s going on plus to see all your wonderful outfits!
Have a lovely weekend, my dear!
Lots of love,
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Thank you my dear Katharina, I will post as many as possible! I have mixed feelings, excitement, bit nervous haha! Wish you could be there too!
Have a great weekend hun! xoxo
That boy bag is amazing!!! <3
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Oh yes! π
You will have so much fun in Paris!!!
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I love this look and this absence of color! Canal Saint Martin is such a pretty place and perfect for photos! Are you going to the fashion week?? Hope you’re having a nice weekend!
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Hi Violette, yes I am going to a few shows and events! You? π Hope to meet you for a coffee! Happy Sunday!
Paris Fashion Week. Oooh, how exciting. My Mother would attend all of them. London, Paris, Milan etc. And return with wonderful stories to tell. I would be soo envious.
Wrap up well, my Dear. I don’t have to tell you about soft layers. Spring is just round the corner. And the woods are full of pretty little snowdrops.
Today I an going to lunch in Arundel Castle. A private function, no less.
Hugs, Jo x
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Hello my dear Jo! I hope you had a great time having lunch in Arundel Castle, I saw photos and it looks like it came out of a fairytale! I have already planned some outfits for fashion week and most of them are pretty ‘light’ so I hope for good weather! π Wishing you a great week!
Oh, Stella. I had a wonderful time at the Caatle. And you are correct. It does look like it comes out of a fairytale. Some of the rooms are soo pretty.
I’m longing to see which outfits you have picked for Fashion Week. But I suppose I will have to be patient. However, I do hope you have something in yellow.it is a happy springtime colour, and soo you.
Wishing you a lovely week. Jo x
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Happy Monday my dear Jo! I actually have something yellow which is my favourite one and can’t wait to wear it! I am sure that it will be your favourite one among all looks! You’ll see why! π Happy Monday and thank you for keeping in touch! I really enjoy your company and writing! Sending love your way! xo
Wonderful pics!
Have a nice week-end!
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Thank you!
Great outfit, I love every single detail, you look so chic and classy but comfy and warm π
Enjoy Paris Fashion Week, wish I can attend some day.
Have a great week Stella
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Thanks a lot Saida and nice to meet you! π Have a great week!
Agreed! Comfy and monochrome are awesome! Lovely as ALWAYS Stella!
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Thank you Joti! x
You’re very beautiful and I love your style! Your lipstic color is fire!
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Thank you Rimante! π
You did monochrome dressing so perfectly! I love the the edgy details on your leather pants, really makes them stand out against this neutral palette! I’ve been loving monochrome dressing with sneakers too! I need to find myself a pair of white sneakers like yours! I can see them being worn with a variety of outfits!
xoxo
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Oh yes, they are too stylish for their comfiness and they can add a lovely pop of white to a dark outfit and make it more interesting! Hope you find the perfect one soon! Love your latest casual monochrome look by the way! Happy Monday! xo
I absolutely adore this look! It looks very comfy and elegant! Absolutely love your bag (and I think your new one is such a good addition ;)) and your tennis shoes are also very cool! Hope you had the best weekend with your friend beautiful! Big Xx Susanne – http://bagatyou.com
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So glad you like it my dear Susanne, as well as my new addition! I am almost sleeping with it haha! Have a great week! xo
This coat is so gorgeous!
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I adore this easy chic outfit on you. You KNOW I always love you in white, and this winter white colour is perfect. It is so nice with your dark hair. As usual, every detail is perfect, the trousers, the trainers, the bag, the lipstick, everything!!! Enjoy fashion week; I look forward to seeing what you get up to! xxx
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Thank you so much Lisa! I wish you were here too but after FW there will be a month left to see each other! π Have an amazing week!
Oh babe! You are always so damn chic! Totally nailed that casual weekend style! Can’t wait to see all your pics and looks from PFW… Hope you have the best time!
x Emily
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Thank you my dear Emily! Have an amazing time in India! xoxo
You missing a few posts as a result of being at PFW is totally understandable. I mean, that’s fashion week and you’re a fashion blogger! LOL! I think that will be such a fun time for you and I can’t wait to see all that you write about when you get back! That aside, I love this outfit, Stella! I’m big on the comfy look the majority of the time so flats and a crossbody is totally up my alley. Plus being comfy allows you to easily go on random adventures and with you still exploring Paris, I’m sure that cute outfit will make it easy for you to go deep into your new city!
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Hahaha thank you for your understanding my darling! You are so right, I think so too that being comfy and warm is ideal to explore a city like Paris, and I really can’t have enough of it! Happy Monday and thanks for stopping by! xoxo
Oh yes! Love this outfit babe, monochrome is so fierce and always at its best with at least one pop of color. So gorgeous to go for a dark lip. Dark purple with that coat is a great match. Lovely with the edge of the pants and the bag too – great styling as usual!
Have a lovely week Stella and of course a fashionable one at PFW! Xx
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Thank you so much Mia, so glad you like it! Happy Monday hun! xo
You look incredible. Love your style! Enjoy Paris Fashion Week.
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Thank you Kumari! <3
I haven’t seen a look of yours yet that I didn’t like, dear! And as for the Paris Fashion Week, I’m so happy for you! It’s going to be amazing and I’m sure there’s great things coming your way!
xoxo from California!
Paulina
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Thank you so much Paulina for your lovely comment! <3 Have a great day!
Love it, you look great!
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Thanks Katherine!
I’m super excited for you- your first fashion week, cant wait to see what you wear! These days I’m just as interested to see what you guys wear as well as the models. I can imagine how busy it must be for you. Try not to get overwhelmed, the secret is to prepare for it like you are going to war. Get your outfits ready, plan your transport, get your bag ready and it it make sure you have your business cards etc.
Ok I’m talking too much now, but I’m excited for you, I remember my first time, tsigh… ( :
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Thanks so much Biki! The good thing is that I have a reasonable number of invitations so I am handling it very well, at least at the moment haha! π Thanks and kisses from Paris! xo
Lovely casual outfit! I love how you mixed different textures in these neutral shades! π The coat is so stunning! (I really like classy coat + sneakers combos) And I love your sunnies by the way π Enjoy Fashion Week! π
Have an amazing week!
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Thank you Claire, glad you like it! Have an amazing week to sweetie! xoxo
You cannot go wrong with a simplistic chic monochrome look! It always looks beautiful whatever the weather.
This outfit looks beautiful on you, your white coat is lovely and teamed with your Chanel bag it’s instant elegance!
Gorgeous you!
Hope you’re well and enjoying Paris so far?
Laura xo
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Hello my dar Laura, so glad to hear from you! I was actually writing just now about how I love living in Paris, for my tomorrow’s blog post! π It’s the best decision I’ve ever made, and I feel so thankful and happy to be here! Thank you for stopping by, hope you’re having a great week so far! xo
This outfit looks so comfy!
I especially like the coat
Kisses,
Michaela
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Glad you like it Michaela! π
I love this outfit! That trench coat is so fabulous and chic.
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Thanks Amy, glad you like it!
Always on point :)))
Loving the monochrome casual look! It’s still so chic, and those pants are amazing!!!
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Thank you Kasi!
I love how well thought your outfits are my darling!
The pants are just beautiful and you do casual outfits oh so well.
Thanks so much for the inspiration sweetie!
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So glad you like it my darling T! <3