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How To Wear A Blazer In The Summer

SUMMER SUIT

Blazers are for more than just the office this summer…

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For as long as I can remember I’ve had an obsession with blazers. We used to travel to London when I had holidays from school and my first purchase was always a new blazer of a different colour. My mum would always ask me, “how many blazers can you possibly have?” I think she thought I would eventually grow out of this but guess what? Sorry Mom, I haven’t. Now a lot of you have to wear blazers to the office during the workweek so it becomes the last thing you want to look at during the weekend. Today I’m challenging you to think differently because your blazer could actually be the key to creating a super chic weekend look.

In the summer, it’s all about using your blazer to dress up a casual weekend outfit, while dressing down a formal piece. I like to do it by pairing my super structured piece with very loose, easy going and flowy ones. I paired my white Sandro blazer with a flowing skirt from Storets and a silky white cami. I love this all white look and the two different fits work really well together. The perfect brunch outfit! For a bit of fun, I added in my giant Prada headband (you can find a similar one here) and my favourite dad sandals. I know they can be hard to style but I have a post dedicated to how to style them coming soon!

So will you take the challenge? Share how you wear your blazers on the weekend this summer by tagging me in your posts on Instagram! (@thesilksneaker)

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White Silk Cami

Storets Emilee White Skort

Sandro White Blazer

Similar White Blazer

Prada Headband (similar & more affordable)

Prada Sandals

Prada Handbag

In the summer, it’s all about using your blazer to dress up a casual weekend outfit, while dressing down a formal piece.

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White Silk Cami

Storets Emilee White Skort

Sandro White Blazer

Similar White Blazer

Prada Headband (similar & more affordable)

Prada Sandals

Prada Handbag

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25 Things You Didn’t Know About Me

MY 25TH BIRTHDAY

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Over this weekend (more specifically on the 7th of April, feel free to mark your calendar :P) I turned 25. I was so happy to be able to celebrate this moment with my family and friends and I gave you guys a front row view to the whole weekend on my Instagram Stories as well (It’s in a highlight now so you can see the whole thing unfold, just click here). I was planning on writing a post on how to create the perfect birthday outfit but then I stopped and thought to myself, that isn’t as fun and it supposed to be my birthday. Instead, I want to share with you guys 25 things you didn’t know about me to celebrate my 25th birthday. Here we go:

1. I’m one of those people who LOVES their birthday. I still get excited about it and stay up till midnight and I still wake up with that extra special feeling in my stomach. Just can’t help it!

2. Regardless of loving my birthday, I’m actually an introvert. I can be quite shy when it comes to large group events and that’s why I find large networking events to be difficult but I’m working on getting better at that.

3. I’m a total goof. I dance around and make strange noises around the house and the more you spend time with me, the more you notice it. This occurs even when I’m alone.

4. I love to cook and bake. My first attempt at baking was a massive fail (red velvet cupcakes…ouch) but I vowed to get better and now I’d say I’m actually pretty good. I focus on cooking and baking healthy things but every now and then something indulgent will pop out of my oven.

5. I’m a perfectionist. I get very agitated when things aren’t just right and I usually try to strive to be the best at everything I do. It’s taken me a long time to see that sometimes there is a balance and you don’t have to be the best at everything.

6. I am a board game fiend. I LOVE to have a games night and my favourite games are Taboo, Snatch, Scrabble and Codenames. Yes, I can be very competitive but you’ll probably win if you’re on my team.

7. I used to very athletic in school. I was on my school’s football team and played varsity for all my high school years. There was one year when I didn’t make the travel team in the 8th grade and I still remember that horrible feeling. I also trained in a dance company and almost decided to dedicate my life to dance. I obviously didn’t and I don’t ever regret it.

8. I struggle with my weight sometimes. I fluctuate with it up and down but since my days in dance, I have always been very critical of my body. I’m working on showing myself more self-love and care.

9. I think my two favourite foods in the world are dim sum and pasta. My soul dim sum is probably a Xiao Ling Bao or a custard bun. I’ll let you decide.

10. I love Buzzfeed quizzes and I tend to take the results very seriously. It provides great entertainment for everyone around me.

11. I hate avocado. I have said it and admitted it. I have always found it really gross but somehow I like guac… not sure how that works but it does.

12. I love mystery novels and Agatha Christie ones are my favourite. Growing up I would read Nancy Drew like it was going out of style. I still watch Hercule Poirot on TV.

13. Speaking of reading, I also love Harry Potter. I have a very strange obsession with everything to do with the magical universe and my first celebrity crush was Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter. I also LOVE Princess Diaries.

14. My first concert was INXS. I didn’t particularly like the band but my friends and I were just excited about attending a concert for the first time.

15. I’m quite forgetful. I have to set lots of reminders but sometimes I leave things in random places around the house and I just can’t remember where.

16. I write everything down and have an obsession with notebooks and stationary. Any excuse for a notebook is fine by me.

17. The first time I ever went into the ocean was on my trip to Bali… in 2014…Yes you read that right. I actually had a fear of water growing up but not anymore.

18. My teeth may look great but I’ve had 5 root canals and countless cavities. I don’t have enamel on my teeth so they had to put veneers in.

19. The other reason I probably had so many cavities is because I have a massive sweet tooth but one day I just decided to take out refined sugar from my diet. That was.. tough.

20. I went through a phase in my life where I would eat cupcakes for breakfast every Friday. Red velvet cupcakes…not healthy at all.

21. My drink of choice is either wine, whisky or a vodka soda.

22. I am beyond loyal to my friends. It takes a lot for me to get upset and someone must have had to really rub me the wrong way to make me angry.

23. I love candles. I am a massive homebody and love to fill my space with beautiful smells. My favourites are Baies and Tube Rose from Diptyque and Wood Sage & Sea Salt from Jo Malone.

24. I can’t watch TV shows and movies without knowing the ending. If the ending is on wikipedia I’ve read it. It actually makes me enjoy it more.

25. My favourite flowers are Peonies, Babys Breath, Tulips, Roses (NOT red) and daisies.

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Ba&Sh Floral Dress

Gianvito Rossi Heels

Flower Crown

How To Wear White Elegantly This Spring

WHITE ON WHITE

How to style white this spring in a new and fresh way.

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With the arrival of spring, I’ve noticed that everyone is pulling out their favourite pastels and floral pieces. For a lot of us that means finally adding white back into our wardrobe (although I am a huge fan of winter whites and neutrals!) One of the questions you guys have been asking me is how to wear white in the spring, in a fresh new way? If you’re looking for something different than the usual white top white jeans outfit, then this is the perfect cute spring outfit for you!

I love the idea of wearing all white, but I think it’s important to break it up with accessories and contrasts. For my look, I layered a white blazer on top of a pastel t shirt. To really make the look more elegant, I put my Dior D waist belt over. This is an easy way to make your blazer outfit look more stylish. I then chose to wear my favourite pleated white skirt. I love the dramatic effect the outfit has when I add in this skirt, especially when I’m walking (or spinning in my case!) If you wanted to dress this look down, you could swap the skirt for a shorter white mini, white jeans or even white denim shorts! The options are endless!

The key thing to remember when wearing white this spring is to try and add in pops of colour, even if that means a black belt and brown sunglasses. This just makes your outfit stand out more, in the best way possible!

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White Blazer (similar)

Zara Pastel Yellow Top

Maje Pleated White Skirt (similar)

Office White Boots

Cat Eye Sunglasses (similar)

Dior Waist Belt

I love the idea of wearing all white, but I think it’s important to break it up with accessories and contrasts.

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Maje Leather Jacket (similar here)

Maje Pleated White Maxi Skirt

Isabel Marant Cowboy Boots

Gas Earrings (similar here)

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How To Dress Like A Parisian With This Latest Spring Outfit

PARISIAN

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As much as I am a London girl at heart, I cannot deny that I always strive to dress like a Parisian. There is something about Paris street style that just oozes a level of cool and effortless. In many ways, it is exactly what I mean when I describe my style as “laid-back luxury”. After analysing all the street style photos from Paris Fashion Week I felt so inspired to take my Parisian style onto the streets of London and share with you a few tips on how to dress Parisian when you aren’t in Paris, with my latest spring outfit.

Of course, when a lot of girls think Paris, they think a chic blazer, cool jeans, block heels and a t-shirt. As much as that is my go to combination for a normal day, I wanted to channel the girlier styles that we see coming out of our favourite French city. Parisian women ooze confidence in everything they wear, and they always have something about their outfit that is a little extra special; it’s about that attention to detail. I brought that into my outfit with my favourite pink backless jumper. I love anything with a back detail and so does a Parisian!

French women also pay attention to their accessories and in this case, I paid special attention to my shoes. You will remember these kitten heels that I bought last year around my birthday and they are still one of my favourite pairs. I love that you can change the strap to suit any outfit. Of course, I had to add in a headband as well!

Lastly, Parisian women are no fuss femininity. Their outfits are not over thought out or overdone, they just go together. This outfit just went together for me. I felt comfortable and confident in my high waisted trousers and I think that showed in the confidence I felt while I was wearing this look!

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Backless Jumper (similar)

High Waisted White Trousers (similar)

Prada Kitten Heels (similar)

Fenwick Headband (similar)

Parisian women are no fuss femininity.

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Prada Kitten Heels (similar)

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How To Wear A Beige Outfit and Not Look Boring

BEIGE
AESTHETIC

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We’ve come to that point in the year (already!) where spring is at our fingertips and street style from new york fashion week and soon London is already teasing us with the best spring summer 2019 fashion trends. One of the best trends to rule all our favourite spring outfits for 2019 is none other than beige. Although you might think of beige as being boring, all-neutral outfits are set to be a favourite amongst the ultra fashionable. Not only because it’s an incredibly easy colour to wear and match, but also because it’s classic. The best part? You can always add your own twist to your beige aesthetic to make it trendier. So how do you wear beige without looking boring?

Here are my three tips to make beige a bit more exciting:

1.Mix shades
Beige doesn’t have to be all one shade. I mixed in a bit of chocolate brown with my turtleneck and an almost ecru shade with my cream knee high boots. The different shades of beige add in a new dimension to the look.

2. Play with accessories
I wanted to give my otherwise classic look a bit of a twist. I removed the belt off my skirt and tied it over my oversized cardigan. I then added in a cowboy hat for a modern update! Accessories have a great way of changing an outfit and updating an otherwise classic look.

3. Beige is for everyone
A lot of brown girls I know are afraid of wearing beige because they feel it almost blends in with their skin tone. Beige looks great on everyone, which is why it’s such a classic and versatile colour. If you’re not ready to go monochrome with it just yet, try pairing it in with black or white, You’ll be hooked onto this classic shade in no time. Another great pairing is beige and gold!

If you live in a warm country and are already embracing spring, you can recreate this outfit with a beige t-shirt and high waisted skirt. Complete your outfit with a beige cowboy hat like mine and add in some boho accessories like layered necklaces, or even a chain for your sunglasses like I did here.

So, are you embracing the new neutral this year? I almost wish I saved this look for LFW but I’m so excited to share it with you guys already!

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Zara Oversized Cashmere Cardigan (similar)

Uniqlo Turtleneck

Maje High Waisted Skirt (similar)

Topshop Cowboy Hat (similar)

& Other Stories Beige Leather Boots

Loewe Bag

Beige looks great on everyone, which is why it’s such a classic and versatile colour.

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Zara Oversized Cashmere Cardigan (similar)

Uniqlo Turtleneck

Maje High Waisted Skirt (similar)

Topshop Cowboy Hat (similar)

& Other Stories Beige Leather Boots

Loewe Bag

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How To Make Your Office Outfit More Chic

OFFICE CHIC

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When you wake up and it’s freezing cold, it can be a bit of a task to decide what to wear to work. Although I may not have a dress code for what I do, a lot of my dearest friends face the same struggle; what do I wear into the office today? I’ve come up with a stylish office outfit that I hope you’re going to love; No more confusion about what to wear to work in the winter!

When you think of work you don’t necessarily think of trends but you’ll be surprised about how easily you can work some of your favourite winter fashion trends into your look. Plaid, houndstooth and tartan are all winter classics and all look incredibly chic. Ditch the black skinny jeans or plain black trousers and instead opt for a patterned pair. I picked up these dark blue tartan trousers from the Sandro sale. I love that the pattern is subtle.

I paired this with a grey turtleneck from Sandro as well (another great sale purchase!). This turtleneck is a total classic piece but what makes the whole look more interesting is the neck detailing. I love classics with a twist! I would also pair these trousers with a plain white ribbed turtleneck and a blazer. Finally, I added in a pair of white boots; a simple yet effective way to make your outfit stand out!

In terms of accessories, I’m wearing vintage Givenchy earrings that I found in a store in Amsterdam and my favourite Louis Vuitton bag. I get a lot of questions about this bag and how much it can fit. Let’s just say I can pretty much fit my life in it! I also added in my new Chanel sunglasses. I’m obsessed with the retro vibes!

If you live in a warmer country but want to recreate this look, I would still opt for patterned pants like these and instead pair it with a white t-shirt or with a white blouse; a white shirt with oversized sleeves would look fabulous! If your office is a bit more casual you can even throw in a pair of white trainers!

Would you wear this to the office?

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Sandro Grey Turtleneck

Sandro Tartan Trousers (similar here)

Office White Boots

Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis Bag

Chanel Sunglasses

Vintage Givenchy Earrings

No more confusion about what to wear to work in the winter!

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Sandro Grey Turtleneck

Sandro Tartan Trousers (similar here)

Office White Boots

Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis Bag

Chanel Sunglasses

Vintage Givenchy Earrings

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3 Tricks for Taking Better Instagram Photos

INSTA READY

Instagram; everyone’s favourite social media platform. As everyone from your mom to your friend’s cat makes their way onto Instagram and IGTV, standing out can seem harder than ever. If there’s anything I’ve learnt about the Instagram algorithm, it’s that it favours good content above all else. So, how do you take your Instagram level to the next level with better Instagram photos? Today I’m sharing three tips to think about every time you open your camera app to capture that perfect insta-worthy moment.

I would love to hear if you use any of these tips already and how they’ve helped you, or if you have any other questions about Instagram! Leave me a comment below!

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I also did a special story on all the apps I use for my Instagram stories to take them to the next level. You can read all about that here.

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TURN ON YOUR GRID

When taking a photo in the camera app (or any camera app for that matter), the key to taking a good Instagram photo, and a good photo, in general, is to use the rule of thirds. To put it simply, the camera app will have a grid function which shows you a 3×3 grid on your screen. The key to a good photo is to have the point of interest be in any of the intersections in that grid. That is where your eye naturally draws to first.

I also like to sometimes put myself in the centre of the image, as long as my background allows for that. For example, in this photo here, I was standing on a corner. The pavement on either side was moving inwards to meet in the middle, so your eye is naturally drawn to this point.

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TRY FOR NATURAL LIGHTING

Natural lighting is always best for taking better Instagram photos. It’s always more appealing to the eye and the balance in the photo will turn out better than you having to go through and fix it later. As you get better with natural light, you’ll notice that when there is too much light the photo can be too harsh, and if there is too little light, there isn’t enough depth. It’s about finding the source of light and trying to face it the best you can.

For example, in this image here, I found a window in a department store and I loved the way the light was coming in. By perching on the window and looking out, the natural light lit my face and created this image.

As you get more confident with lighting, you can also start to experiment with shadows and creating interesting imagery around that.

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DON’T BE AFRAID OF COLOURS

It’s always nice to have a pop of colour or a dominant colour in an image, no matter how monochrome heavy it may be. Having that pop of colour in your Instagram photo adds another layer of interest and depth and can also help you when you are thinking about how to put your Instagram feed together.

For example, in this image here, my colours are mainly black and white with gold but I added in that extra touch with the orange earrings and orange bracelet. That small change and detail really made the difference to this photo and gave it a new point of interest.

(Also note the use of symmetry in this photo, my grid was super helpful! But flat lays are a whole new story, would you want me to do a post about them?)

How do you get the perfect insta shot? Share with me in the comments below!

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How To Take Your Summer Dress From Day To Night

One Dress, Day To Night…

The summer heat is scorching here in London, which means only one thing. It’s the perfect time to (finally) wear your summer dresses! When I make a purchase, I love to style the same item in more than one way, I always find dresses to be the most fun as you can style them up or down. I recently purchased the perfect summer dress from Sandro. The pink flowy bottom contrasts the corset top perfectly; it’s almost like a ballerina dress! At first, I was saving it for a special occasion, but I quickly realised that this is the perfect day to night dress.

The fit and material of the dress make it look incredibly luxurious, but it all comes down to styling that luxury look just right! Here’s how to transform a casual summer dress outfit into the perfect look for your next night out!

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The Day Dress

A denim jacket is a must-have in any spring/summer wardrobe. Not only is it a basic that every girl needs, but it’s a lightweight jacket that immediately adds that cool factor to any look. I stuck my denim jacket over this beautiful Sandro dress to dress it down for the day. Of course, the best way to really style a dress like this for the day is to pair it with flats. If you have a dressier lunch, a pair of pointed toe flats is best but if you’ve got a Saturday around the city, grab your favourite white sneakers instead! My finishing touch was my favourite transparent handbag. Layering reached a whole new level with this when I stuck my mini classic Chanel bag inside for a high fashion update!

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The Night Dress

So you’ve been out and about in your favourite summer dress and you’ve got half an hour to be out the door for your evening. Slip off the denim jacket and swap your sneakers for a pair of elegant heels. I chose my Gianvito Rossi heels because I love how they wrap around my leg. They are some of my comfiest shoes, as I revealed in my peek inside my shoe closet for June. To really show off a dress like this, go for a sleek top bun (really feeing the ballerina vibes!). A great way to add a luxe update to your outfit is to play around with colours. I love the pastel shades of this dress so I went for a bag that was a contrasting colour; pastel blue. My Olympia Le-Tan clutch is one of my most unique and most favourite bags for any evening occasion. It adds that luxury touch as well as being a great conversation starter.

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Sandro Pink Maxi Dress (similar via ? here)

Day Look

Topshop Denim Jacket

Adidas White Sneakers

Transparent Handbag Shop Girl LA

Classic Chanel Handbag

Night Look

Misho Design Earrings

Gianvito Rossi Heels

Olympia Le Tan Handbag

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How To Look Stylish and Stay Warm This Winter

You Can Stay Stylish and Stay Warm, You Can Have It All…

When the temperature has dropped so low that going outside seems like a nightmare, and the wind makes your ears hurt, you know that you are in the middle of winter. One of the questions I’ve been asked frequently by all of you is, how to look stylish and stay warm when it’s freezing cold outside. Today, I’m going to answer this burning question! I want to show you that you can stay warm and cosy and still look super fashionable; that you really can have it all! There are three key things that will always guarantee comfort and style for your winter looks.

Firstly, it’s all about the coat. Your coat is your best friend when temperatures are sub-zero. It’s the piece that everyone is going to see first and it will dictate first impressions, no matter what you may be wearing underneath. That is why it’s so important to build your coat collection! Don’t be afraid to go for statement pieces that really let your personal style shine through. This could be in terms of texture (think vinyl, shearling or puffer jackets), style (an aviator style is always a quick way to make a statement or a warm tailored coat for a model-off-duty vibe!) or colour! I’ve clearly gone done the colour route and I’m letting my red coat do all the talking! On that note, I know that red can seem like an intimidating colour but when styled right, with classic silhouettes, you can’t go wrong!

Secondly, it’s all about layering. I mean the layers that you can’t see. I can’t do without my Uniqlo heat tech that I wear underneath all my sweaters! It’s those hidden layers that provide extra warmth while letting you look as chic as ever! Thirdly, accessorise! You could be wearing a simple sweater and jeans like I am here, but with the right accessories, you can elevate your look in an instant! I love to play around with my jewellery, especially with large statement earrings that can make a winter outfit so much stylish.

So how will you be staying warm this winter? Do you follow any of these tips?

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Coat: Topshop

Sweater: Uniqlo

Jeans: Joes Jeans

Boots: Chloe (Love these from Jeffrey Campbell for a statement!)

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

Earrings: Parisienne Amsterdam

Bag: Chanel

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SUMMER SUIT

In the summer, it’s all about using your blazer to dress up a casual weekend outfit, while dressing down a formal piece.

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MY 25TH BIRTHDAY

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WHITE ON WHITE

I love the idea of wearing all white, but I think it’s important to break it up with accessories and contrasts.

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PARISIAN

Parisian women are no fuss femininity.

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BEIGE AESTHETIC

Beige looks great on everyone, which is why it’s such a classic and versatile colour.

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OFFICE CHIC

No more confusion about what to wear to work in the winter!

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INSTA READY

TURN ON YOUR GRID

TRY FOR NATURAL LIGHTING

DON’T BE AFRAID OF COLOURS

How do you get the perfect insta shot? Share with me in the comments below!

One Dress, Day To Night…

The Day Dress

transforms into…

The Night Dress

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You Can Stay Stylish and Stay Warm, You Can Have It All…

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BEIGE
AESTHETIC