Style Source: Anna Dello Russo

This Style Source has been a long time coming. I actually started it back in September when Anna Dello Russo was photographed everywhere during fashion week, and FB&F featured her as our Chic of the Week in October, but no matter the publishing date Anna Dello Russo, Fashion Director at large for Vogue Nippon, is a timeless style inspiration source and credit must be paid.

If you Google Anna Dello Russo and you will find quotes like:
"Russo wears the clothing and becomes part of the art rather than being mere hanger. Her wearing of the clothes, the way she holds her body, selecting the right fit; all tells the story of a woman engaged in her fashion passion (and with designer guardian angels, rather than a beautiful person in a lovely dress."

"This incredible specimen is always incredibly put together, always sophisticated with a unique allure. Just spectacular. A true rock-star. But really, at least in Japan, quite literally."

These are just two opinions from the thousands of admiring fans out there, and we at FB&F completely echo their sentiments. This amazing woman has no fears when it comes to fashion. She somehow makes feathers, ballgowns, couture, or extreme color daytime appropriate and look as easy-to-wear as jeans and a t-shirt. She wears designer clothing straight off the runway, and always accessorizes them with an amazing pair of heels and some eye-catching jewelry and sunglasses.

Some of our favorite Anna Dello Russo looks (note the bright colors, the incredible shoes, the hat!!):

Anna with her stylish friends and assistants (note the pins, belts, jewelry, peach heels!!):

Wearing looks directly off the Balmain, Dolce & Gabbana, and Prada runways:




You may be thinking that her ensembles seem a bit too "out there" for your everyday wear, but no matter your personal style you can find inspiration in the courage and fun that Anna Dello Russo has with fashion. I have multiple photos of Anna Dello Russo on my inspiration board, and every morning when I see a photo of her it encourages me to be a little bolder and take more risks with fashion.

So what does this mean for you and your couture-free closet? It means wear a fun hat, put a big pin on your blouse, wear on a waist-defining belt, wear fabulous heels with everything, surround yourself with fabulously stylish friends, and most importantly don't be afraid to take risks!

Want more Anna Dello Russo? Extra credit reading:
-A Day in the Life of: Anna Dello Russo on Style.com
-Anna, at the Ritz, a post by one of my favorite bloggers/photographers Garance Dore who visited Anna's room at the Ritz in Paris and posted photos of their amazing afternoon on her blog

Pictures from The Sartorialist, Style.com, and Street Peeper