Inspired by Dave Chapelle’s “Great Moments in Hook-Up History," in which he recounts memorable tales of sexual escapades, I present the second post in a series of “Formative Moments in Fashion History.” I am often asked why fashion means so much to me and how I can justify dedicating my career to what many deem a trivial pursuit. I hope to articulate why I’m abnormally distressed about who will be Karl Lagerfeld’s successor at Chanel and how I can justify spending my weekly paycheck on an “investment piece” by bringing you a series of influential moments that have defined my perspective on style, the fashion industry and what they mean to me.
Read any style blog about wardrobe “must-haves” and you’re bound to (Kanye, see what I did there?) find mention of a leather jacket. And for good reason. It’s an incredibly versatile piece that toughens up an otherwise feminine look and not to mention just exudes cool. So let me tell you about how mine came to be.
Read any style blog about wardrobe “must-haves” and you’re bound to (Kanye, see what I did there?) find mention of a leather jacket. And for good reason. It’s an incredibly versatile piece that toughens up an otherwise feminine look and not to mention just exudes cool. So let me tell you about how mine came to be.
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The leather jacket makes an appearance on the Paris metro next to a pair of boobs. |