You can't go wrong with Oli & Elvi

A double-breasted blazer and just below the knee pencil skirt have got to be the two pieces of clothing with the strongest stereotype. You always see the two together on that bland, bald, dusty, white mannequin at Banana Republic or more bluntly put at "Femme de Carriere" and think "working girl" instantly. The pair is trendy every other season but will always remain a must-have outfit to have in any gal's wardrobe at any age. Ralph Leroy has roughed up this stereotype and has brought the stuffy skirt and blazer idea up in between where your vivacious weekend skirt and vintage designer jacket hang.                                          

From this season's Air Element collection, Ralph Leroy presents us with the Oli, a well adjusted, geometric inspired mid waist blazer. With it's 3/4 sleeve, it will not be weighing you down in the office or have you feel uncomfortable extending your arm for the many handshakes at Fashion Week.The Elvi skirt is it's sidekick. The modern skirt hits above the knee and has an unexpected upwards dive that shows just enough. We had a bit of a blond moment when pondering who will do the Elvi the most justice. Scarlett Johansson posing on the red carpet for pictures, Kelly Osbourne adding a touch of her punk-flair with red 7" pumps and someone a little more close to home. Robyn Chalmers of Fashionista 514 having the most fun with this piece bringing her sense of style and elegance to it.


Don't begin to think your Ralph Leroy Oli and Elvi are meant to stay together as one in holy matrimony for all eternity.(Come on, we know 2 out of 3 marriages end in divorce anyway) The Oli blazer will go beautifully with your favorite pair of dark blue wash jeans, a cotton-linen chemise with hair pulled back. These pieces are meant to showcase your beauty and style distinction. Do so by accessorizing with chandelier earrings. You cannot go wrong with the Oli and Elvi pair this season because no one will ever do wrong in assuming you are a contained stuffy office girl again.

Sizes range from 4-12 and is sensibly priced at: Jacket Oli: 410.00$

Skirt Elvi:  214.00$

 

 By Blame Coco

Collection Element'Air

Photo: Vincent Chine

Model: Sophia