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Effortless style is about evoking your personal style and owning it. Style that is polished and not impractical nor fussy; a put together look that is the epitome of effortless chic. There are certain women who are able to put together a look without over indulging in clothes, it makes these women look fresh, and rejuvenated. Keeping everything else simple, they take the basic pieces and revive them, giving life and personality to their clothes. Super minimal, sticking to what your assets are and glorifying it. Looking effortless does take some thought- the word effortless could be contradicting itself because of the meaning it holds, but it’s about having the right attitude to look fresh. Some people might think this style is blasé, but there is no right color palette or fabrics to determine the style. It’s more about who you are within the clothing and your personality will shine. Effortless style is the end product of the dressing process; the skills to put together the key components that are basics and making them look eloquently chic. Coco Chanel a woman who overcame all odds in the effort to define herself and differentiate herself from other designers. She created “The little black dress”, a simple, chic and versatile piece. A blank canvas, with a broach or belt, you add character and a hint of your individuality; the little black dress is now defined by the woman who is seen in it. In the words of the late Coco Chanel “Simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance” a quote I emulate.
Trends emerge and disappear in the pendulum cycle of fashion. In the recession that we are in, invest in pieces of clothing that you will treasure for years to come- add some excitement and newness to the garment for seasons to come after. Going shopping shouldn’t be about going to fill a void, it should be about enjoyment; opening your eyes, mesmerizing at something that catches the corner of your eye, a silk cream blouse touching your skin as you move in the summer breeze, walking the streets of an old European city aimer la vie. A transitional piece, paired with pantsuits, the perfect item that you can use to transcend from summer to fall, paired with killer heels and a camel coat à la Chloé- it is inevitable to purchase quality pieces which you will wear again and again.





Anastasia Barbieri style is sublimingly chic, sophistication and coolness, a harmonious balance of femininity with masculinity, a 21 centaury woman who knows who she is and does not jeopardize her style for seasonal trends or become a fashion victim.








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