ALL BLACK WINTER OUTFIT: FAUX FUR , LEATHER AND RUFFLES

 Hello! In this post, I will show you an all black winter outfit. This hiking styling is all about faux fur, real leather and ruffles- my key winter items.  Wearing faux fur and leather is  a great way to stay warm on a windy and cold winter day. I do like to wear fake fur, it's great for keeping warm in winter. The faux fur in this outfit is this stole I've had for years and reach for every winter- especially on those windy days. When it comes to leather, there are two leather items in this outfit: a leather jacket and a pair of Dr. Martens boots. Leather boots are always my number one choice in winter for obvious reasons. Similarly, one doesn't have to explain why a leather jacket is a good choice. If you don't wear real leather, than faux leather is a good alternative. What about ruffled items? One thing I love about ruffles it that they add dimension to an outfit. This is especially useful if you are wearing all black. By wearing black ruffled items you can create an interesting silhouette. That's what I did with this outfit. I wore not one but two ruffled items. I layered a ruffled A line skirt over a ruffled mermaid dress to create an interesting outfit silhouette. So, my tip for wearing all black outfits in winter would be- Don't forget to play with cuts and materials. Different materials and textures can help you to jazz up your outfit. Combine different textures and cuts to create a more unique winter styling. 


OUTFIT DETAILS- HOW I WORE IT BEFORE?

THE BLACK LEATHER JACKET (vintage)- LAST WORN HERE

SKIRT- (second hand, Orsay brand) WORN FIRST TIME

RUFFLED DRESS-(old) LAST WORN HERE

FAUX FUR STOLE- (old) LAST WORN HERE

DOC MARTENS BOTS- (old) LAST WORN HERE

I HAVE ILLUSTRATED THIS FAUX FUR STOLE BACK IN 2019  (see here) USING AN OLD PHOTOGRAPH AS A REFERENCE!


Scroll down to some other fashion illustrations inspired by faux fur, leather and ruffles. 

LINKS TO MORE FASHION ILLUSTRATIONS IN A POST FROM LAST FRIDAY


MY FASHION ILLUSTRATION OF THIS RUFFLED  DRESS (AND OF THIS 2020 OUTFIT) HERE

Now, that we have talked about the fashion in this post, the only thing to talk about is the location.

LOCATION: GORANCI VILLAGE, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

VISIT GORANCI WITH ME- MY POST FROM SUMMER 2021

MY PREVIOUS VISITS TO GORANCI VILLAGE (NEAR MOSTAR) HERE 
and HERE.....Interested in learning more about Goranci? Why, you're welcomed to check out these posts. 1. Nature Park Goranci 2. Sights to see, places to visit (Goranci ) 3. Goranci (photography post) 4. A day in the country (Goranci) 5. Cropped chic outfit in Goranci

Thank you for reading and/or commenting. Have a lovely day!

Comments

  1. J.P. Alexander6 February 2022 at 18:54

    Lindo look. muy elegante. Adoro el color negro.

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  2. Jodie's Touch of Style6 February 2022 at 19:43

    I love to see that you look stylish even when hiking Ivana. And you're right...the textures make such a difference. I adore faux fur so much in the winter.
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  3. Lovely6 February 2022 at 20:11

    Beautiful tips and you look cool in the al black outfit. Love your illustrations!
    xoxo
    Lovely
    www.mynameislovely.com

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  4. Vix6 February 2022 at 22:58

    That drawing of you in the fake fur tippit is wonderful!
    I love the layering in your outfit and the splash of colour from the gloves.
    Is that miseltoe in the tree above you in the last photo? That's something I've only ever seen in my part of the world! xxx

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  5. Turgay Aksoy6 February 2022 at 23:37

    Good job.

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  6. Mica7 February 2022 at 02:46

    This is a nice textured outfit - I love how you layered to get the tiered effect! :)

    Hope that you had a fun weekend :) We had a good one, last one of the summer school holidays!

    Away From The Blue

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  7. R's Rue7 February 2022 at 10:54

    You are so creative with your looks. I love it. The illustrations are amazing.

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  8. Sheila7 February 2022 at 14:21

    Love the all-black look, Ivana! I like faux fur, but not faux leather - I've seen too much of it either go hard and crack over time, or start to peel. At least with real leather you have durability, and it's organic.

    You have an excellent point about textures when wearing black - it really helps to avoid that 'blob of black' look.

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  9. Rowena @ rolala loves9 February 2022 at 13:18

    This hiking outfit is a cool combination of style and comfort. I really like how you mixed different materials for warmth and how they provide a nice point of texture and visual interest.

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  10. Transrouse11 February 2022 at 11:46

    Loving the all black grunge vibe! The combat boots really set off the look! Keep it coming my friend!!!

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  11. Candino Group28 October 2023 at 05:09

    Candino group produces a special category of safety gloves Called Insulated Gloves that provide the best safety and protection of your hand. Low prices & Fast shipping.

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