FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: ROME (A FAUX LEATHER COAT)

Today  I'm back with a new fashion illustration but with one that's depicting an old outfit. Yes, we're travelling back in time. I'm sharing a fashion illustration inspired by my visit to Rome city back in 2013 (so almost a decade ago). I very much enjoyed my visit to the eternal city but more about that some other time. Who knows, maybe I'll get a chance to revisit it again? Anyhow, let's talk about this outfit a bit. There is a lot of talk about sustainable fashion these days. One of the best ways to be sustainable is to shop our own closets. That's what I always try to do. I'm devoted to maximizing my closet. Moreover, I genuinely love creating stories with clothing items. The best way to do that is to keep those clothing items, at least for a time. 

Now, I don't have all the items I have illustrated anymore but I have most of them. Plus, I assure you I got plenty of wear from those that are no longer with me. I used to wear them all the time while I still had them. Anyhow, I still have this denim skirt, the faux leather coat, the white faux leather jacket and  the striped cardigan. Wow,  I really layered well for that March day 9 years ago.

 As for  the orange t-shirt I was wearing (with a cartoon character),  well that one was claimed by my nephew. Not that you can make it out in the photographs (you can in this post, though) but on the shirt there's a print of a Smurfs character from a comic franchise by Belgian artist Pierre Culliford 'Peyo'. My nephew was as much a fan of Smurfs show as I was. Time really flies. He'll outgrow me one of these days and he was a toddler when this blog was started. Do you see what I mean? It's all about the stories.

 I've bought this pair of shoes on a warm and sunny Christmas Eve in Split city. It was so warm I had to take my coat off (here).They were the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned and I was looking for a worthy replacement ever since. Do you know those very cool faux fur leg warmers I have? Well, they have come with this set. While I no longer have the heels, I still have the leg warmers.

MEDIUM: WATERCOLOUR PENCILS ON PAPER
 I have actually made this illustration last February and I was planning on sharing it in March on the same date as the photographs indicate but I got busy so it's a bit late. However, since it's actually raining at the moment, the outfit is perfectly appropriate even if technically speaking it's the first of April today, it's not very warm start of Spring. 


THE MAKING OF A FASHION ILLUSTRATION
As usual I have prepared a few collages to show you the illustrating process.  For those of you who want to know more about the process, you'll be able to see how I used watercolour colours, how I sketched and so on. Not that it is a work of art. I have certainly made better fashion illustrations. . It was a quick job, I didn't really put in much time and energy into it. There's not much else to say about this fashion sketch really. Below you can see the photograph I have chosen for my reference. 


LINKS WITH MY POSTS ABOUT VISITING ROME  BELOW
ETERNAL CITY (PART ONE)
ETERNAL CITY (PART TWO)
ETERNAL CITY (PART THREE)
10 THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT ST. PAUL'S DOME IN VATICA

 

I don't remember have I illustrated this particular denim skirt before, but I illustrated a similar one and multiple times. I have also illustrated the white faux leather jacket before, but I reimagined it as a brown one. A bit like this brown faux leather coat now that I think of it.

Fashion illustration of the day ( location Mostar lake)

Inspiration behind the painting here



MORE FASHION ILLUSTRATION POSTS STATING WITH THE MST RECENT ONE

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/03/fashion-illustration-friday-winter-to.html

 2022, 2021 

 https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/02/fashion-illustration-friday-stanka.html

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/02/fashion-illustration-wednesday.html 16th of February 2022

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/02/monday-fashion-illustration-versace.html 14th of February 2022

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/02/fashion-illustration-sunday-casablanca.html 13th of February 2022

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/02/fashion-illustration-wednesday-faux-fur.html 9th of February 2022

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/02/fashion-illustration-friday.html 4th of February 2022

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/12/fashion-illustration-friday-free.html 24th of December 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/12/fashion-illustration-friday-mint-blazer.html 3rd of December 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/11/fashion-illustration-friday-gucci.html    26th of November, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/07/fashion-illustration-friday-summer-is.html 16th of July, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/06/fashion-illustration-friday-red-summer.html 24th of June, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/06/fashion-illustration-friday-summer-vibes.html 12th of June, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/06/fashion-illustration-friday-coloured.html  4th of June, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/05/fashion-illustration-friday-rujiste.html  6th of May, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/04/fashion-illustration-friday-peak-into.html 30th of April, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/04/fashion-illustration-friday-spring-in.html    16th of April, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/04/friday-fashion-illustration-red-puffer.html 2nd of April, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/03/friday-fashion-illustration-spring-vibes.html 26th of March 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/03/fashion-illustration-friday-two-pencil.html March 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/02/friday-fashion-illustration-two.html February 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/02/friday-fashion-illustration-reference.html February 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/02/fashion-illustration-friday-magenta-coat.html February 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/01/friday-fashion-illustarion-dior-d-and.html January 2021

3  MORE OUTFITS WITH THIS FAUX LEATHER COAT (FROM MY FASHION ARCHIVES): 

How to style a faux leather coat in a casual way? Transitional item to have in one's closet #1 (outfit proposal of the day, #casual styling)
HOW TO STYLE A FAUX LEATHER COAT IN A CASUAL WAY?

HOW TO STYLE A FAUX LEATHER COAT FOR SPRING?

STYLING A FAUX LEATHER COAT WITH A TARTAN BLAZER



A FEW MORE IMAGES OF THE OUTFIT I WORE WHEN I VISITED ROME BACK IN 2013

Thank you for reading and visiting. Have a lovely weekend ahead!

Comments

  1. The Padre1 April 2022 at 16:28

    So Cool - Dig That Creative Aspect - What A Smile - Have A Wonderful Week

    Cheers

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  2. J.P. Alexander1 April 2022 at 16:53

    Lindo abrigo y geniales ilustraciones me gusto la ultima . Te mando un beso.

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  3. Mica1 April 2022 at 20:28

    That coat is lovely on you and it's nice you were able to go back into your blog archives and get some inspiration for a fashion illustration :)

    Hope you're having a good weekend :)

    Away From The Blue

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  4. ellie2 April 2022 at 04:15

    Such a classic coat! Such fond memories of remembering what you wore from a decade or so ago too. Lovely artworks from it! Happy weekend! Thanks so much! All the best to your art projects.

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  5. Caitlin'nMegan2 April 2022 at 04:18

    Happy April! Love the collages! Very cool coat to inspire you! Great to revisit what you wore and when you wore it. Such a wonderful post. Thank you so much for your comments too!

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  6. bread&salt2 April 2022 at 08:57

    Dear friend! That Coat you shared in this post fits you very well. Whole combination looks great. As usual, your art-works look perfectly. Thanks for the review. Happy April Month to you and your family. Greetings.

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  7. Jodie's Touch of Style2 April 2022 at 08:58

    I think it's just as sustainable to gift our clothing to our friends and family if they will wear them too. I loved that story Ivana, and love how you wear what you have so much.
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  8. Vix2 April 2022 at 09:18

    I loved seeing your Rome photos and very much hope that you'll return one day. I've only been to Trieste and Venice, I need to explore more of Italy. I really fancy Sicilly (and the sexy Inspector Montelbano).
    That coat is fantastic and still looks as stylish and current as it did a decade ago. You've captured the texture and rich tones wonderfully. All your photos are lovely but you look absolutely beautiful in the picture with the daffodils, pink lipstick and statement earrings! xxx

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  9. Królowa Karo2 April 2022 at 11:49

    I have tons of clothes that are the right age already, but I like them enough that they are still with me.

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  10. Olivia2 April 2022 at 15:46

    This coat is such an inspiration!

    Love and Wellness
    https://wellnessshopland.com

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  11. Polyester Princess3 April 2022 at 11:07

    What a fabulous coat, Ivana, and it still looks fantastic after all these years. Once again, your fashion illustration of it is just perfect. I particularly love how you captured its rich texture. It must bring back many happy memories of your visit to Rome, too. I do hope you will be able to return one day soon! xxx

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  12. The Exclusive Beauty Diary3 April 2022 at 11:46

    Kaput je predivan, jako mi se sviđa boja i kroj. Također tvoje ilustracije su savršenstvo. Svaki put me oduševiš.

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  13. Kiara Era3 April 2022 at 11:54

    Really like the coat, you look amazing! :)
    Have a nice day/night. ��

    �� Kiara Era BLOG ��

    Kisses,
    Kiara Era

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  14. Lovely3 April 2022 at 22:42

    Love your illustrations and outfits. The coat looks lovely on you!
    xoxo
    Lovely
    www.mynameislovely.com

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  15. Marisa Cavaleiro4 April 2022 at 09:43

    Hi
    I loved your time travel! I also remember what I wore in happy moments of my life, as I bet this trip to Rome was for you too! Your illustration is very elegant and I think it represents Italian elegance!
    xoxo

    marisasclosetblog.com

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  16. Sheila4 April 2022 at 15:40

    I love your illustrations lurking around in the background of your pictures, Ivana! So fun.

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  17. Rowena @ rolala loves7 April 2022 at 10:54

    That is such a marvelous and versatile coat! You've managed to put together some really chic looks with it. I would love to visit Rome one day when it is safe to travel again.

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  18. Kezzie7 April 2022 at 16:39

    That is a great coat and I love the way you wore it. The watercolours are great and it's really clever the way you superimposed yourself into the backdrop!

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