Steal her Style ft. Layers of Chic
She describes her style as “chronically overdressed” and has an affinity for vintage fashion and bold colours. Mary Gui, the blogger behind Layers of Chic, is here to tell Stylight how she turned 300 Instagram followers into a community of more than 60,000 and who she turns to for blogging inspiration.
Hi Mary, tell us about yourself!
“I was born in China and moved to New York when I was seven. I’m 29 years old and work as a full-time fashion blogger at Layers of Chic.”
“I quit my job in advertising two years ago to pursue my career as a fashion blogger full time. When I quit, I only had 300 followers on Instagram and was not established whatsoever, but I’ve always loved fashion and believed that I could be successful in blogging with my unique outfits and point of view.”
I took a risk on myself and it was the best decision I’ve ever made.
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Splendid
Saige Stripe Sweater Tank in Fawn Stripe at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$46.99
$118.00
Nordstrom
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Pretty Lavish
tie top in stripe print - part of a set-Neutral
$55.00
$73.00
ASOS
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Madewell
Stripe Square Neck Linen & Cotton Tank in Navy White Stripe at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Large
$29.97
$88.00
Nordstrom
Jacqueline de Yong
Tank tops Black
$24.00
Yoox.com
What are your go-to skincare and makeup products?
“For makeup, I’m a hardcore Urban Decay and bareMinerals fan. I’m big on eyeshadow, colorful eyeliner, and a beautiful highlighter.”
What's your favourite beauty splurge?
My favourite beauty splurge is definitely eyelash extensions. I always feel like a new person after I get them as they instantly make my eyes look bigger; that, and it cuts my makeup routine in half!
If you were only allowed to own three beauty products, what would they be?
- A moisturizer with SPF
- A golden highlighter
- A fun lipstick
Where do you find your fashion inspiration?
“I get my inspiration from vintage fashion and other style bloggers. My style icon is Blair Eadie of Atlantic-Pacific. She is the epitome of feminity and the way she puts outfits together is a work of art.”
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Alex Evenings
Embroidered Lace Mock Two-Piece Gown with Jacket in Blush at Nordstrom, Size 10 Rose
$171.75
$229.00
Nordstrom
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Ganni
Leopard Marl Mesh Long Ruched Crossover Dress - Size 10/12 Mixed Multi
$187.50
$375.00
GANNI
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Mac Duggal
Sequined High Neck Puff Long Sleeve Column Gown in Copper at Nordstrom, Size 10
$148.00
$398.00
Nordstrom
Vince Camuto
Ruffle Midi Dress Black
$69.99
Rue La La
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Ganni
Black Ruched Dress - Size 10/12 Viscose
$247.50
$495.00
GANNI
“In terms of brands, I love Kate Spade, Coach, & Other Stories, Kat Maconie, and Gucci.
I’m loving the white booties trend, bows on bows, sheer skirts, and colourful faux fur coats.”
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Kat Maconie
Sandals Blue
$105.00
$450.00
Yoox.com
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Kat Maconie
115mm Hailey heeled mules - women - Calf Leather/Calf Leather/Rubber - 38 - Pink
$747.00
$830.00
FARFETCH
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Kat Maconie
Ankle boots Black
$314.00
$477.00
Yoox.com
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Kat Maconie
125mm Pammy pumps - women - Plastic/Rubber/Calf Leather - 38 - VANILLA.GL White
$716.00
$842.00
FARFETCH
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Kat Maconie
Ankle boots Pink
$73.00
$440.00
Yoox.com
Alo
| Oversized Faux Fur Trench Jacket in Black, Size: Small
$398.00
Alo Yoga
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Karl Lagerfeld
Faux Fur & Wool Blend Coat in White/White at Nordstrom, Size X-Large
$249.99
$400.00
Nordstrom
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Rotate
Grey coat with faux fur collar Gray
$403.23
$806.46
TheDoubleF
What's your biggest fashion splurge?
“A delicate vintage handbag I found in London.”
Emilio Pucci
C.1970s Purple Floral Signature Print Velvet Purse
$824.00
1stdibs
Hobo
Euro Slide Leather Credit Card Case in Black at Nordstrom
$78.00
Nordstrom
Hobo
Euro Slide Womens Wallet Black Vintage Leather
$78.00
Zappos
Hobo
Euro Slide Leather Credit Card Case in Natural at Nordstrom
$78.00
Nordstrom
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