After going pretty casual on Friday, I wanted to swing things to the formal side for KCFW Saturday night but still wanted a tough vibe. What’s a girl to do? Wear her version of a men’s tux, that’s what. I grabbed elements already in my closet: a fitted white dress shirt, black dress pants, classic + super sexy Louboutin pumps. and then shopped ASOS for a men’s bow tie. I left it untied and the shirt unbuttoned to femme up the outfit, and chose a faux leather fringe jacket (rather than a blazer) to add some attitude. (And to avoid looking too much like a waiter in a fancy restaurant.) Voila!
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This makeshift tux was perfect for the KCFW finale. I was able to grab pieces from my closet to build the outfit, only dropping about $20 on the bow tie in order to complete the look. (Bonus: I was actually really comfortable. Pants for the win!)
Saturday Night at Kansas City Fashion Week
I can’t believe another KCFW is in the books! Saturday night did not disappoint in terms of talent: so much polish at Architexture, who did a cool take on classic coats, while Andrea Marie Long’s show was one amazing velvet piece after another. (Seriously, it was glam Grecian warrior in the best way.) Tomboy Designs put together this super moody + modern color combination I’m going to be wearing nonstop come fall. Lucia’s Sarto closed the show and sent this incredible collection of over-the-top gowns down the runway. I loved the hooded fur cape, that interesting quilted gold matchy-matchy number, all the lengthy beaded trains, and that retro wedding gown. Now if I could just find an excuse to wear it all.
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You are so rocking this tux look, super chic on you!! Have a Happy Easter weekend girly!
Marta
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Thanks, Marta! Hope you had an amazing weekend!
I love this classic black and white look, the button down is so modern! And the collections look gorgeous, especially the gowns!
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It was such a great KCFW- I had a blast! 🙂
Eeeeek!! How sexy are you 🙂 love that bowtie. And the red soles of your shoes just peeking out xoxo
Thank you, Sheela!
So stylish, love your fringed jacket!
Kisses, Paola.
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Thanks, lady!
You look great doll, nice shoes!
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So pretty! You look gorgeous and I love this look on you! XO
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No, no waiter action here, this looks just right together, dressed up, but not too dressed up. Funny I use to wait table and this is kind of what I wore, sans the heels and fringe jacket.
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Love this classic black and white look!
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OMG you look amazing in this tux look! Who knew a tux would look so sexy?! Love it!
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Beautiful look sweetie.
So amazing event.
kisses
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perfect b&w look
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The makeshift tux is fabulous! Also, I’m loving that wedding dress from the finale 🙂
Love this look, especially the sneaky pop of leopard in the collar!
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Love this all! You are killing it lady!
The bow tie is such a cute touch!
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Such an awesome look for KCFW! Always loving your looks!
xo, Mallory
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You can’t go wrong with classic pieces! Your leather jacket was SO the perfect touch to add.
What a fabulous twist on an outfit! I love it and you look great! xx
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You are so flawless! Seems like a wonderful line of clothes 🙂
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your shoes are amazing
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Oooh! I just love your outfit! Daring but still poised 😀
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wow is a nice inmetween masculine and feminin, love so much the sexy opening shirt and the folk leather jacket
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You look elegant, dear I really like jacket with boho vibe! What about collections from KCFW they all look great!
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I really like you sunglasses and the BW look.
The pictures of the collections are amazing, love these snaps.
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lovely look!
the jacket is amazing
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another great fashion week in the books! you nailed it, as always!!
Another amazing look! You look so beautiful and elegant, love the fringe jacket!
Great post!
Have a great week and happy Easter!
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Love this look! Elegant and polished! The addition of the tie is brilliant. The shows look so inspiring and amazing. Thanks for sharing them!
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Very elegant and timeless look! The jacket it makes it more glam! *_*
Luna
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I just love men’s wear on women, you look awesome
kisses
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This outfit is unreal! I love the masculine/feminine vibe going on. The heels are killer
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Love this look! Those heels are so amazing!
xo,
Jacqueline
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You look great babe!!
Kisses Paola
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The undone bowtie is the perfect accessory, and I love seeing the fringe jacket again! Plus the show looks like it was amazing.
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You look great dear! love your shoes.
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very nice look, gorgeous shoes
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SO cute — love this look! That shirt is awesome and don’t get me started on that rad jacket!
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Jen
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Gorgeous look!
Have a great and wonderful Easter!
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Looks like so much fun and that outfit is amazing!!
xo Lauren
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Oh wow, I love this look! The tuxedo style is so stylishly elegant!
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Wonderful photos. Thanks for sharing! I also really love your outfit
I love your version of tuxedo, Ashley! I love how effortless chic it is and yet, right on trend!
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I love men’s wear for woman! You look beautiful
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i love your smile !!!
With kindest kisses from,
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Such classy chic combination! Love the fringe detail <3
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xo, Alyssa
You are rocking this look!
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Such an awesome take on a classic menswear tux outfit – love the fringed leather jacket, just the right piece with it! 🙂
Have a happy Easter!
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Love the bow tie! Very chic look!
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The shoes are so pretty 🙂 also your makeup is amazing and you have a lovely smile !! xx
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Beautiful!!!