Style Icon: Gigi Hadid

Gigi Hadid is definitely having a major moment in the limelight. Have you seen her in the new Calvin Harris video? She looks stunning in it! Gigi Hadid is a full-time model as well as a full-time member of Taylor Swift‘s enviable girl squad (Hadid was Slay-Z in the infamous Bad Blood video), and she’s also Kendall Jenner‘s BFF.

Hadid may always be in the company of pop culture phenoms and pop stars (her former boyfriend was Cody Simpson and her current one is Joe Jonas), but she has her own unique look and style that has landed her on the pages and covers of various fashion publications. She has appeared in Sports Illustrated, Paper Magazine, CLEO, Vogue as well as Carine Roitfeld‘s CR Fashion Book. Her career is taking off, and along with it, people are sitting up and taking notice of her style.

Here are the looks that I love from Gigi Hadid:

Gigi’s coat game is always on point. Deviate from navy and black, you certainly will shake things up this fall when you don a bold colored coat just like this one.

Dressing up your flip-flops and denim shorts this summer? Take notes from Gigi Hadid’s ensemble. A structured topper like this one and a leather tote will work wonders in making your casual tee and shorts look just a tad bit more polished.

What did I tell you about Gigi Hadid’s outerwear game? Isn’t this embellished cape gorgeous? I love how she played up the white detailing on her cape by wearing white sneakers and white frame sunnies.

An oversized military blazers feels vintage and oh-so-unique. On-trend shell toe Adidas sneakers take this look into 2015.

Next time you’re considering an glittery dress, why not consider a coat-as-dress look like Gigi? It separates you from the cocktail dress crowd and makes you stand stylishly above the rest.

Pin this to your style boards on Pinterest ASAP! This gold jumpsuit will have you shimmering from head to foot, and it is so perfect for the resurgence of the 70s trend.

 Gig took a fashion risk with pairing horizontal with vertical stripes. But having the two pieces with the same colors kept the look harmonious.

Gigi nails the quintessential model off duty look in a pair of distressed jeans, white tee, and bucket bag. This ensemble also reinforces the fact that all cool girls must own the perfect ankle boots.

I am in love with this dress! It’s the perfect balance of edgy and feminine, sweet and sexy.

On the cover of Vogue Espana, Gigi Hadid looks stunning! She’s giving serious brow envy, that’s for sure. Her feathered brows are divine. All the fur makes it so glam too!

The western vibes of this look combined with some seriously 70s accessories is a styling trick to take note of.

Let this editorial inspire you on how to style your striped shirt. Pair with layered necklaces and a fedora hat, add in a bandana for extra edge.

A disco glam yellow maxi dress paired with geometric accessories and western boots is a fashion mashup I could get behind.

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What do you think of Gigi Hadid’s style? She is burgeoning fashion icon in my book. I can’t wait to see more of her style!

 

Get Movin’

Hi people! 

I have been thinking about doing something different for a while now and so here comes the new category: Sporty Chic! You guys still wanna look chic even whilst working out and breaking a sweat, right? Well, in the next few weeks I am going to try and convince you (and hopefully myself too) that fitness is oh-so-chic!

Released during exercise, endorphins are essential to starting or ending your day right. It gets you in a great mood! And makes you more productive too! Nothing kickstarts your day like a good run, and nothing helps you relax more at the end of the day than a good yoga session. Whatever your workout of choice is, always remember to make it a part of your lifestyle. Exercising should be a priority. Here are some of my personal tips on how to stay healthy, fit and stylish!

There are so many brands out there carrying stylish activewear for fashionistas like you and me. Hey, all the more motivation to get to the gym right? Have fun with colors, prints, and textures when dressing up for your daily workout. Try cute, printed shorts like I did, or wear a bright colored sports bra underneath your workout top. Trust me, a little color and a little fashion will put a spring in your step and make you more motivated to go to the gym. Also, prepare your gym bag the night before. You got no excuse to miss your workout sesh when you’re all packed and ready to go.

Don’t be afraid of the weight room. “Lifting makes you look bulky” is a fitness myth that has been debunked time and time again. If you want that bikini body, cardio won’t be enough. You don’t have to lift ultra heavy kettle bells right away, you can start small and work your way up. Assess your comfort and strength level, or ask assistance from a personal trainer or even from your gym savvy friend. The formula for losing weight is burning fat through cardio combined with building muscle. Muscle doesn’t always mean bulk, you can build lean muscle through exercise and a good diet.

Having an extra busy week? Take 20 minutes out of your day to go for a quick run. It is important to maintain a regular cardio exercise in your routine.

Another great tip is to program an awesome running playlist into your smartphone or iPod. It always helps to have tunes that get you groovin’ and get you in the mood to go that extra mile.

Running isn’t your thing? Experiment with other activities that will get you your required cardio. Try Zumba, swimming, or even tennis!

Invest in a good running/workout shoe. Pick a fun mix of colors or print that you will just love to slip into everyday. Just take a look at my adorable pink and mint sneaks from DKNY!

Lastly, never forget to monitor your diet. That doesn’t mean starving yourself, mind you. Get your daily dose of greens and try to avoid processed foods. If you have a busy schedule, it might be a good idea to prepare salads and healthy snacks ahead of time so you don’t sacrifice your health and good diet during your busy work week.

My final tip to you is to find a friend to keep you on track, in the gym and beyond. It always helps to have someone to keep you in check and to have a buddy on your journey to a better you.

Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle can be challenging, but there are ways stick to it and ways to keep on the right track. I hope this post helped you on your road to fitness! Those are just some of my simple and easy tips on getting fit and staying healthy. 

Would you like more tips in the future? Let me know in the comments!