Rules of Style – Hedvig Opshaug

Most likely, you’ve seen Hedvig Opshaug whenever street style is mentioned online or in the pages of the New York Times and top fashion websites – Vogue, Elle, L’Officiel, Net-a-Porter, etc. Originally from Norway, this once model, turned banker, turned fashion blogger, stylist and photographer is making a name for herself in the fashion world. Currently living in London, you can follow her sartorial choices on her blog Northern Light where she shares itemized details of each of outfits, shopping finds, adventures while traveling and continual inspiration for dressing well.

As you peruse through the many images below, what you will discover is how Hedvig is able to expertly mix and match items in her wardrobe to create entirely different outfits each time with many of the same items. You will frequently see the same coats and knits worn, as well as her favorite J.Brand skinny jeans, and always her Ray Ban black sunglasses. However, it is her confidence, her expert eye and her ability to balance the different textures and proportions of each item that help her pull it off each time. Have a look.

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Style Inspiration: Basic, Yet Quite Chic

Mastering your own individual style is something that doesn’t take a lot of extra accessories or layers, but instead an understanding of works for your figure, lifestyle and personality. By balancing the items worn together – a silk top paired with a matte skirt, or a solid blue skirt paired with a leopard print top, you create a balance that establishes classic ideas with unique touches of style. A few other examples: boyfriend jeans with strappy stiletto heels, an above-the-knee dress with flat knee-high boots, or a fitted blazer over a playful simple t-shirt with your favorite jeans. Have a look at a this week’s collection of outfits to find ideas to work into your style.

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