DARK SIDE

Wearing: Zara Chiffon Jumper, American Apparel Leather Vintage Skirt, Melissa Araujo Crop Top 
and Aldo Shoes

I am so lucky to have such kind, talented and creative friends. Here is an example of raw talent and an eye for detail. He goes by Particle Observer and for those of you who have had the pleasure of meeting him or working with him, know that it is a very fitting name. Unassuming, nice and very handsome he could easily be in front of the camera and not the other way around. We worked together last year (if you haven't seen me in a leopard bra sitting by the beach do so here meow). I truly love the results of both shoots that we have collaborated on. This one is sleek yet feminine; dark, but enlightened by his detailing. 

Dark Side is a beautiful homage to all things noir. "Black is modest and arrogant at the same time. Black is lazy and easy-but mysterious. But above all black says this: I don't bother you -you don't bother me" Yohji Yamamoto. In my opnion black is also chic, timeless and seasonless.  It fits my personality and how I like to represent myself to others. What you see is what you get, no mixed messages. Enjoy these images, check out Particle Observer here. You will be seeing more projects coming from our collaborative minds soon. Thank you K!

Comments

  1. Adore your minimalitic style nad pictures!
    The blouse and the skirt make perfect combo!

    www.diary-of-mia.blogspot.com

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  2. Great simple look. Shoes are great, I'm looking for the similar one! :)

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  3. The photos are amazing and I am loving your outfit!
    I love the different textures of each of the layers - perfect :)
    xxx

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    1. Kathy I am so glad you get it! That was the whole concept of this outfit. Different textures, layers and of course black x

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  4. Gorgeous outfit! Love your nails and accessories! The shirt is amazing! You look stunning!

    Kisses.

    www.pollysboudoir.blogspot.com

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  5. i love this total black! amazing!

    xx,A.

    www.smilinglamorous.com

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  6. Simply perfect. Total black looks are amazing.

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  7. The photos are really beautiful. I love your shirt.
    Follow youuuu, follow me please ♥

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  8. The photos are gorgeous. I love how you can do so many looks with black. A friend of mine Anastasia who works for Net a porter here in London would love your blog ! The girls does black white and grey 24/7.

    xoxo
    Natasha

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    1. Send her to my blog or if she has one send me her link. Anastasia and I can be social media friends xx

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  9. thanks for lovely comment!
    wow you look amazing! really love it!
    it'smy acc on facebook - join to me! I'm just getting started :)

    https://www.facebook.com/pages/Monja/444050668978520
    xo

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  10. Absolutely gorgeous! (As always!) And it is lovely to have talented friends.
    PS- Your mani is fabulous!

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  11. That quote is just a perfect description of how I and apparently you also feel about wearing black. Black for days.
    Beautiful outfit and photos, Melissa. I totally agree on "motivating each other on being true to our style”. Have an awesome weekend!!

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  12. this is so good, can't stop looking!

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  13. You have a gorgeous body and I really like the outcome of the photoshoot! I agree with you about black.

    thanks for your comment :)

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  14. I love black! These photos are amazing, great outfit.

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  15. Beautiful photos!!! nice look!!! I love the skirt!
    Have a wonderful weekend! and my G+ for you...

    Besos, desde España, Marcela♥

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  16. amazing pics but the 3rd is my favourti, great! xx

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  17. Thank you so much dear for your comment. :)
    Like your blog.
    xo
    http://snowwhite90.blogspot.com

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  18. Hello my friend,

    Thank you so much for comment!

    Beautiful photos, You look Amazing ;)

    I will follow you, feel free to do the same!
    xx

    Johanna, Sweden
    ART

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  19. These are stunning. I love a girl in all black.

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  20. Oh uau, the photos are precious! I really like your look and I am so following you!

    http://nobresonho.blogspot.pt/

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  21. gorgeous elegant look! love it! xo, Alma
    http://www.soulofashopper.com

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  22. Wow ur post is amazing! Breathtakin outfit u have on!


    -True

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  23. beautiful outfit!! you look amazing in black, really gorgeous :)

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  24. Thank you for your lovely comment on my blog!!! Amazing post and outfit!!!
    I follow you now!!
    If you want we can follow also on facebook!! Let me know!!

    http://estilohedonico.blogspot.pt/

    xoxo

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  25. love the photos and the shoes! and your nails are so cool!
    x
    www.kateyesstyle.com

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  26. To me, black is simplicity,yet eternally chic! Wonderful pics, gorgeous outfit!
    Tank you for your lovely comment, I've been checking your blog, and I really liked it!
    I'm following you, of course!
    I invite you to stop by my blog, and if you like it, I'd love if you follow me back, hopefully via bloglovin ...
    A big hug!

    Inés
    SimplyClassyMe.blogspot.com

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  27. hey gurl!
    love these shots they turned out really well.
    i emailed u, not sure if that was the right one, but holler back k?
    xo
    V

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  28. This is art!Pure art!;)
    xx
    B.
    http://www.beeswonderland.com/

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  29. Stylish and pretty look. I would have never guessed to stand in front of a dark wall with dark clothes looked so amazing :D

    glamDevils

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  30. Great outfit! :3 You look amazing!
    Thanks for your lovely comment! (:

    http://www.caterina-m.blogspot.com

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  31. Gorgeous, gorgeous photos! I love black as well, it's so versatile and can be made to work with anything!

    Thanks for visiting my blog.
    SDMxx
    www.daringcoco.com
    Win a glam necklace and earring set by Angelique! ENDS IN 2 DAYS! ENTER NOW

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  32. Great photos! Thank you for visiting! :) I'll follow =]

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  33. Verry nice outfit,i love your blouse!
    Thank you for the nice comment on my blog!X

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  34. Uaaaau, I love your style*.*
    Beijo, Daniela

    http://danikaitow.blogspot.com

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  35. Love that leather skirt and those boots are amazing.
    xo
    Alison

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  36. Stunning photos!

    http://mademoiselleconomist.blogspot.com

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  37. Those pictures are lovely!!

    http://californiamadness.blogspot.com.es/

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  38. These pictures are amazing. I really like this style.

    Xo
    Jennifer

    http://myscrambledstyle.blogspot.nl/

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  39. I love this! I nominated you for the Liebster Award...I guess I missed how many followers you have but oh well :) Details on my blog!

    <3 Josephine
    www.champagnestar.com

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  40. GORGEOUS photos! I love how the pieces are all black, but have interesting textural details. And that mani! So FAB
    xx
    Here&Now

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  41. Girl, you and your hair are so pretty. I'd kill for hair like yours. That third picture is my favorite!

    p.s. A while back you asked how I edit my photos. I'm a graphic design major, so I use photoshop a lot :)

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  42. i love the look. very sleek. a tutorial for your cool looking nails, maybe? =)

    xo

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  43. I cannot believe this my first time here at your blog! I love it! I wish I had friends that were talented like yours =)

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  44. Love your photos and the hole black theme :)

    xoxo


    http://www.thegaragestarlets.com/

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  45. Amazing photos! Love your nails!!! Xx

    www.itchyedgy.com

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  46. This shoot is pure perfection in all its unassuming dark beauty. I love the little details, like your nails!

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  47. An amazing photo shoot! Thanks a bunch for stopping by and commenting! You have a wonderful blog and I'm following you on GFC (Juneli#312)!
    Love
    Juneli from Fashionably Yours

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  48. I love the all black look. It's so chic!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  49. these are so stunning!

    Jessica
    www.jumpintopuddles.com

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  50. love the wall with your outfit. definitely missing particle observer's keen eye. you're a lucky kitty ^_^

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  51. I love this look! that jumper is awesome and that skirt is perfect. You look stunning in black.

    www.pinsneedlesfashion.blogspot.com

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  52. love your style..so cool and elegant!

    www.giornalismodimoda.blogspot.it

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  53. Your outfit is stunning, very chic and slightly edgy. You look fabulous.

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  54. Great photos, both these and the ones where you collaborated before!
    Black is really your colour, it really suits you perfectly :)

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  55. Love these shots!! So dramatic and beautiful!

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  56. Hi dear!! thanks so much for visit my blog! It's a pleasure!! Loved your post!
    following you GFC!! Hope you follow me back as well! It would be great :D
    Keep posting!!
    Kisses!

    www.marilynsclosetblog.com

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  57. Your style is perfect! Like brilliant A Wang I get it!
    x

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  58. Your outfit rocks hard! Glad to have found your blog <3

    Best,
    Colour Me Classic

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  59. i really love that quote. black can be so interesting - i think you show how amazing that different cuts and textures can play together. i love how you play with a simple color and take it so many places

    <3 katherine
    of corgis and cocktails // current giveaway

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  60. Total black is an awesome selection!! Love all your outfit!! specially the blouse!!
    Thanks for visit my blog, i´m your newest follower :)
    xo
    www.girlinsunglasses.com

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  61. Absolutely amazing look and photos, my dear!


    Nicole

    www.nicoleta.me

    GIVEAWAY on my blog!

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  62. Nice photos! I like those shoes!

    http://initialed.blogspot.com

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  63. lovely photoshoot! thanks for your comment on my blog, i'm following you on GFC and bloglovin! please visit my blog and follow me too?

    www.dailydisguise.com

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  64. I like your total black outfit and your nails too
    i follow youu :)

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  65. Love your total black look!!! xoxo ;)

    blythelifestyle.blogspot.com.es

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  66. Wow, your nails! I love your dress ;) Mina.
    My blog: The Style Fever

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  67. absolutely love this. I'm such a sucker for all black.
    SO CHIC!

    xxo
    Ola
    www.stylesbyola.com

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  68. Gorgeous! I am so obsessed with leather.
    x

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  69. You always look so pretty and stylish Melissa. In love with the skirt!

    the109block.blogspot.com

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  70. Wow, this is absolutely stunning-photos are incredible!!! Just found your blog-LOVE IT/definitely follow you! And your illustrations are beautiful!
    Xo
    Elena
    http://dcinstyle.com/blog/

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  71. Un look precioso y las uñas muy bonitas.
    Un beso.

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  72. I love that quote...so true! Black FOREVERRR

    Hybid Hunter

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  73. I agree! The shoot turned out amazing and I am diggin' your all black look :)



    XX,
    Miranda

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  74. These photos are seriously stunning! You look absolutely beautiful & loving the layers & different textures in the outfit. The manicure finishes the whole look off perfectly too. Totally agree with what you said about black & that is one of my favourite quotes, Yamamoto really is the master of black! I think you pretty much summed up exactly why I love it so much too :)

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  75. gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous love the total black on you so much
    kisses from,
    http://littlefashionwhitelies.blogspot.gr/

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  76. You look really amazing, love everything on this outfit, specially your nails! :)
    Big kiss

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  77. Adorei o look e as fotos, que linda
    Sigo-te!

    Kiss kiss.*Jo
    http://joandcompanystyle.blogspot.com/

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  78. These photographs are absolutely gorgeous. You are beautiful! Black is my favorite color to wear. I love this mix of textures in your outfit. The light, sheer top looks amazing with the heavier leather skirt. Also, you should give me your hair, please.

    May the force be with you.
    Emily

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  79. Nice blouse, I love black color :)

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  80. stunning. i love the mix of fabrics with the sheer light-weight shirt and the soft leather skirt.
    haha i envy those who can pull off an all-black look.
    ps. thank you so much for your sweet words. they made me smile. make sure you come back more often! big love, x.

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  81. You look beautiful, these dark shots are great.

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  82. Clean and polish I like that!!!

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  83. i love your look it's great.

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