Reykjavík Grapevine - 22.03.2019, Blaðsíða 46

Lifestyle 39The Reykjavík GrapevineIssue 04— 2019
FANCIES is where we talk to Reykjavík's most fashion-forward figures about style
Grace Achieng
Grace Achieng (33) is a fashion designer and influencer.
You can follow her at @achigracie on Instagram.

Grace is wearing:
▶ Red jumpsuit from Fashion Nova. That’s
one of my favourite stores because it’s
made for curvy women.
▶ Jacket from Júník
▶ Shoes from Zara
▶ Bracelet from Michael Kors
▶ Necklace from Sif Jakobs
▶ Lipstick from Nars

Describe your style in 5 words: Femi-
nine, effortless, chic, contemporary
and modern.
Favourite stores in Reykjavík: I like
Zara because they’re very feminine
and have quality fabric. I also like
Júník because they are always on-
trend. You can get anything from a
casual outfit to a party dress there.
Favourite piece: I have a black skirt
that I made myself, it’s high-waisted
and all the way down to the floor with
a thigh high slit. I love that, but to be hon-
est, right now I love most of the things
in my closet. I don’t have a lot of stuff but
the stuff I have is stuff I love. I also have a
lot of shoes. I would say I’m a collector. For
me, to have a display of heels just makes
me happy. My favourite right now are these
deep red ankle boots with a hollow golden
heel. Every time I walk on the street with
them people are like, “I love your shoes!”
Least favourite trend: When I see people
not trying, not putting in effort. When I see
people in sweats on the street—especially
grey sweats—that annoys me sometimes.
Just put a little effort! It makes you feel
good! Some nice clothes, a little makeup,
just a little goes a long way. Make yourself
feel good.
Lusting after: A good feminine trench coat
with a hood. I am very specific about the
coat I want but I want something for all
weather types. When it’s bad weather, I still
want to have a nice trench to go with a
good outfit.
Words: Grace Achieng
& Hannah Jane Cohenn
Photo: Art Bicnick
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