Brandie Taylor

Street Beat ODU

Full Name: Brandie Taylor

Nick Name: Beanie

Major: human services

From: Capron (aka the country) VA

When I first met Brandie Taylor I knew that this girl had style. Instead of the usual drab moving in boxes, Brandie had zebra print suitcases. I know I have several subscribers to my blog, but Brandie was the first to make a comment about any of my blogging. So I decided to use her as my guinea pig for the new street style section of Frockstar Threads. Here's what she has to say:

Where's your nick name Beanie come from?

"Well I wear beanies all the time. In fact I have this Jamaican beanie...well its kind of random...I guess I should just say that my brothers girl friend gave it to me."

How would you describe your style?

"I like clothes that are, what's the word? Interchangeable." (If I had to describe her look it would be eclectic) "Clothing and accessories should be versatile. The necklace I'm wearing today actually a belt!" (She has on a beautiful copper chain belt/necklace with large flower like metal faces.)

Where are some of your favorite places to shop?

"Thrift stores." (I have to make a thrifting date with her and my other thrift store lovers...Alyssa) "H & M" and every girls favorite "Forever-21."

How do you stay on top of the latest trends?

Brandie is hesitant to answer. Its a hard question. I don't think I could name just one thing. I'm inspired by magazines, music, and even just walking outside on a cool fall day. I try and give her examples like movies, blogs, TV. She laughs.

"I watch golden girls a lot."

"Golden girls? Really?" I reply. (I've never scene an episode, but I get the gist of it)

"It inspires the more vintage and antique-ish (made up word) part of my style."

In your opinion what is a classic piece that will never go out of style?

"The little black dress. Black clothes in general."

I certainly agree with her black is always chic. I love pairing black leggings with a black turtle neck for the ever classic Audrey in Funny Face look.

What is the one thing you can wait to wear this fall?

"A leather jacket, and I would love the new red Louie Vuitton bag. "

Have any trends caught your eye lately?

"The jean shorts with tights trend that you mentioned in your blog. I also love the look of cotton turtle neck dresses and peep-toe-boots!"