Why Not a Woman?
Friday, October 26, 2018
Would you believe me if I told you that this outfit post was inspired by a Lean Cuisine commercial? Strange and random as it may seem, it's 100% true. I clicked on a cooking video on YouTube and this commercial began to play. Usually, I automatically tap the "Skip" button after five seconds if the option is available, but I watched this one all the way through. In the commercial, Lean Cuisine promoted their new line of pre-made meals that are made from 70% organic ingredients, and they made Patrice Banks the star of it. Patrice Banks is an entrepreneur, a trailblazer, an author, and all around girl boss. She founded Girls Auto Clinic, a Pennsylvania-based repair center staffed by and focusing on women. After watching the fifteen-second video, I wanted to learn more about her story, so I Googled her like any curious cat would do. Let me tell you, she is truly an inspiration. In a nutshell, she is opening up the male-dominated automotive industry to women and encouraging them to challenge the status quo. If you are interested, you can read more about her life and her mission here.
Before I get into the nitty-gritty outfit details, I would like to dedicate this post to the people who defy gender stereotypes every day and to the trailblazers in-the-making. Know that you inspire me and those around you. Thank you.
Now, let the fashion portion begin! Jumpsuits made a huge splash on the spring 2018 runways and they have now made their way into stores everywhere. What started out as a functional garment to protect workers' street clothes and bodies from oil, dirt, and other work hazards is now a fashion statement.
I paired this grayish olive jumpsuit with rhinestone hand earrings, a gold-tone cuff, a box clutch, and badass lace-up snakeskin printed heels. Personally, I love mixing feminine accessories with tomboy-inspired pieces because I love the challenge of melding contrasting items together.
Like the Girls Auto Clinic's logo (stiletto with a crescent wrench as the heel), I hope this outfit sums up the essence of feminity and strength. If you are inspired by someone whose career challenges society's gender stereotypes, let me know in the comments below. I would love to read about them, and who knows, I may even be inspired to create an outfit post after reading their story. As always, I am sending you lots of love from my heart to yours!
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