Awakening The Femme Fatale In You

By Gessica Marmotta

March 22, 2021

Hello,

While some parts of the world are still in lockdown, in others, there’s a communal sigh of relief as things start to open up again. People are celebrating the newfound freedoms we once took for granted and taking the opportunity to go out and express themselves, safely, of course.

And as parties, gatherings and other social events resume I’m inviting you to join the celebratory mood by awakening the femme fatale in you, that woman with edge who may have laid dormant for months or even years.

How? Clothes first of course. Get that right and everything else follows.

I’m hoping these five inspirations emancipate you from the daily grind to embrace creative freedom instead. Walk into each and every event and own it.

This is all about bringing design edge to predominantly black and neutral outfits through the ingenious combination of texture and detail. Feathers on feathers, crystals, beading, leather and silks create depth and dimension.

I want to encourage you to go the next level with your style, whether in the everyday, or for a special event.

Enjoy

Gess X

Skirts:Stand out from a sea of black and white by combining black and white in different textures and tones. Taper this stunning, billowing feather-trimmed skirt with a smart jacket and sexy, embellished sock boots. Finish it with glorious, statement pearl and silver necklaces. It’s time for some fun.

Feather trim silk skirt from Christopher Kane on Matches
White blazer from Alexander McQueen on Farfetch
Beaded fringe bag from Prada on Farfetch
Embellished sock boot from Dolce and Gabbana on Farfetch
Statement necklace from Dylanlex

Bustiers are not just for the bedroom. Layer one over a white shirt and tuck it into a high-waisted skirt to highlight your curvaceousness. Mix black and white polka dot shoes with a striped bag in the same tones. Add chunky, gold flower and pearl earrings to finish this look.

High waist pleated skirt from A.W.A.K.E Mode on Matches
White shirt with gold chain trim from Moschino on Farfetch
Black lace bustier from Alexander McQueen on Farfetch
Spot sandals from Saint Laurent on Farfetch
Black leather belt from Carolina Herrera on Farfetch
Large gold flower earrings from Valere on Moda Operandi
Black and white bag from Rosantica on Farfetch

Trousers:Bring out your romantic rebel by focussing on layers of textures. Start with this fun, multicoloured, multilayered feather top and add an unbuttoned, crystal-bodice jacket over the top. This rocks with sleek, split hem black trousers. Finish with long silver fringe earrings and stiletto pumps.

Embellished jacker from Alexander McQueen on Matches
Black trousers with slits from Victoria Beckham on Farfetch
Feather trim top from Emilio Pucci on Farfetch
Ultra long silver fringe earrings from Tatiana Verstraeten on Moda Operandi
Skull clutch from Alexander McQueen on Farfetch
Crystal trim pumps from Amina Muaddi on Farfetch

Dresses:
Here the roaring 20’s meets 2021. This extravagant, one-shoulder feather trim dress is heavenly paired with embellished gold pumps. Adding a cluster of gold and ivory coloured bangles and cuffs all the way up the arm shows cutting edge style. The scalloped, white bag gives it the final touch.

One shoulder Feather trim dress from Taller Marmo on Matches
Gold pumps from Dolce & Gabbana on Farfetch
Scallop bag from Vanina on Farfetch
Cluster of Arm Cuffs from Aurelie Bidermann

This is for Ms Mysterious, a strong and formidable woman with a heart who is on a mission to express it. Belt this sheer, hemmed organza coat with a crystal heart belt and high thigh boots. Add Aussie leather Jacaru hat titled to the side to reveal the single, onyx heart earring.