In The Woods

ph. Porter magazine

'Ethereal, flowing layers and dainty feminine prints mix with a playful adventurous attitude for a spirited style that's perfect for the magical time between summer heat and fall's promise. So, with an electric blend of cameo brooches, tactile kimonos and 70's denim, make like folk goddess Michelle Phillips with a song in your heart and Woodstock in your mind.'

When Porter magazine's first issue got published I was a bit skeptical about its quality of content. Although, I should have known that a publication by Net-A-Porter would be nothing but of the highest standard. And it was.

The Fall 2014 issue blew my mind. I have never been interested in fashion magazine editorials since they have always been too focused on the clothes, however the 70's editorial in the Fall issue stole my heart. It told a story to me. A story of girl, who loved to explore the depths of nature, a la Pocahontas. She is free-spirited, wild at heart and never fully satisfied with life. The clothes she wore would match her spirit. Taking inspiration from the wild and free era of the 70's. The flare in her jeans matched the flare of the fire in her heart. The sheer, flowing material of her dresses would show her open, free-spirited personality. The floral embellishments is her fun and creative side beaming through. The lack of shoes allows her to connect with nature and her skin to breathe. But when the shoe must be chosen - it's sturdy - allowing her feet to wander, go on fulfilling adventures. And the woods allows her to be all this and more. Allows her to be unapologetically herself at all times.

This editorial spoke to me in so many ways. It embodies so many traits I wish to possess. It embodies a lifestyle I wish to live. It has the style of the era I wish I lived in. The days of freedom, Jimi Hendrix and Woodstock. Where peace was everything.