Fashion Idol of the Week- Marcella | Fashion & Beauty Source

Fashion Idol of the Week-Marcella

Submitted by Mimi on Monday, 11 May 200917 Comments

This week’s fashion idol is Marcella hailing all the way from New Zealand. The moment I started following Marcella’s blog, I knew I was hooked. It’s super addicting oozing individuality, talent and lots of inspirational outfits. Think a t-shirt + shorts combo is bland? Well you haven’t seen anything till you’ve seen her donning them. Below is a small glimpse of Marcella’s world…

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the Interview

1. Name , Age, Location
Marcella, 20, New Zealand

2. Based on the name of your blog, would you say Fashion is just a mere distraction from your daily routine or does it play a more significant role in your life?
To me, fashion is just one of the small joys of life. Getting dressed for the day is always a pleasure, and I find I gravitate towards all things fashion as a way of distracting myself, whether it’s shopping, browsing through style websites or just observing what people are wearing!

3. Your make up skills are phenomenal. If you could share any beauty secret, what would it be?
I’m one of those people that break all the rules – I stay up late and don’t get enough sleep, I don’t drink enough water or eat very healthy at all so I’m probably a terrible choice to go to for beauty advice! But if there’s anything I find important, it’s to have well defined and groomed eyebrows. They frame your face and if you just fill them in with a brow pencil, you can get away with minimal makeup and still look polished.

4. Where do you get your inspiration to keep blogging?
Many things, a fine sunny day, a wicked editorial in a magazine, a new pair of shoes, seeing a great post from a fellow blogger – all things that inspire me!

5. You tend to find some of your treasures in vintage shops. What would you say was your best/most favourite purchase that you found there.
Definitely my grey oversized blazer, it’s incredibly versatile.

6. What’s your top dream purchase for Summer 2009?
Sadly, summer’s already been and gone here in New Zealand and we are well into winter now, so one thing I’m hunting for at the moment is a pair of patent leather boots, preferably with some sort of platform or wedge but still comfortable to trot around in!

7. You quote Mark Twain on your blog “Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society.”

How do you hope to influence society with your style?
Nothing profound really, but I hope I make the day a little bit more interesting for those who are into fashion and the blogging thing when they see me on the street!

8. I love the Balmain inspired DIY you’ve done on a military vest. How many compliments (aka girls
None! I actually haven’t even finished it yet so it’s safely tucked away in my wardrobe for now….

9. I’m a big fan of your shoe collection. How many pairs exactly do you have? And what’s the most you’ve spent on a pair?
Off the top of my head, I can count about 15 pairs that I currently rotate between wearing. I have A LOT of old shoes which I don’t wear anymore too (mostly because I don’t consider the heel high enough!) so I should probably take them to a thrift shop or donate them. The most I’ve spent is on one of my favourite pairs, close to $300 (but shhhh don’t tell my boyfriend that!).

10. And finally, share some words of wisdom with La Mimi readers please…
“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”

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17 Comments »

vicky said:

She is smoking hot! And based on the interview a very sweet person too:)

- 11 May 2009 at 2:03 pm

The Seeker said:

Mimi, my darling!!!!!!

What a great pick for fashion idol, and so nice interview.

I’m sorry darling, I’ve been away, but you know, always running with lack of time.

Luv

xoxo

- 11 May 2009 at 3:06 pm

joelyne said:

she’s gorgeous and unique. great post.

xxx
sydneygirl

- 11 May 2009 at 9:19 pm

Macy said:

love, love, love.
and she’s awfully friendly too

- 11 May 2009 at 10:22 pm

sharon rose said:

Hi there-what a stylish, gorgeous young lady, I totally love her style and a great interview my dear!

- 12 May 2009 at 1:36 am

CC said:

great pick!!i love love stylish girls who have their own thing going…becuz we all know how generic this blogworld can be attimes….btw..her shoes game is bonkers!!! high heels make the world go around!!! lol

- 12 May 2009 at 9:19 am

Leyla said:

WOW, she’s totally HAWT! And lover her sense of style! The shoes are to die for! And the interview once again is engaging! Great pick! =)

- 12 May 2009 at 10:27 am

Becs said:

Awesome interview. Love her style!

- 12 May 2009 at 5:39 pm

rain said:

Great interview! I am sure gonna visit Marcella’s blog!

- 12 May 2009 at 5:50 pm

zombielace said:

Frickin fabulous glorious lady!!

- 12 May 2009 at 7:09 pm

bella said:

Marcella is such a sweetheart, one of my favorites… and I just love that she does her own thing! xxx

- 12 May 2009 at 8:04 pm

Noelle Chantal said:

Yey! Marcella is featured here! I love her style a lot. I’ve been following her blog for quite some time now, and I know that fashion bloggers will love her as much as I do. She has an impeccable style! The higher the shoes, the better is what she loves. And what I like about this lady is her sweet and sexy style that suits her perfectly!

Great pick and interview as always, Mimi!

- 14 May 2009 at 3:41 am

ediot said:

great feature. she looks stunning. fantastic interview.
about the sickness- ive been to two different doctors.. nobody seems to take it seriously– but ive been sick in my throat like every 1-2 months for the last year- completely insane.. and always having virus-no cure for it.. sucks.. well.. anyway. did some shopping today- and that brightened up my day. MW for h&M part 2. was brilliant!

- 14 May 2009 at 7:08 am

catherine said:

I love her sense of style. She puts together simple pieces in a way that makes the outfits so unique. Thanks once again for introducing me to another great, creative blogger La Mimi!

- 14 May 2009 at 5:59 pm

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