It’s all about Miroslava Duma

Her name is Miroslava Mikheeva Duma but her friends call her Mira. 25 year-old Russian and editor at Harper’s Bazaar Russia. You will find her at every Fashion Weeks most of time. You may have seen her for the first time on The Sartorialist or Garance Dore’s blog, or never, but since then Miroslava became a huge style icon, highly coveted and stalked by Fashion photographers. You might like her, envy her or absolutely hate her but this Russian doll is the “It Girl.”

I’ve heard some women across the Internet are highly obsessive about Miroslava, and some may have wanted to set fire to their closet. Hopefully this is just a joke – but who knows…

Miroslava Duma is unquestionably an adorable pretty, feminine and stylish woman. Her baby face may reveal a very girly and all heart type of characters. No doubt that style is her passion and she knows how to translate it.

So what are Miroslava’s style and keys to a successful look?

1. Chic & smart
Most of the time Miroslava wears dresses or skirts. Ample or short-skinny fit, she looks always feminine as a young and beautiful girl or a smart classy working woman. You’ll notice this in the photos, always pair it up with  a big and eye-catching accessory.

2. Less is more
The notion that simplicity and clarity lead to a good look is always true with Duma. It’s always exasperating to find someone looking great and probably has not spent a lot of time to dress. It’s probably the case, she does not need to do much to stand out, a simple, basic and balanced outfit is key to success. Don’t overdo your look.

The Sartorialist

3. Think BIG
BIG accessories are always the key (usually a bag). Bags have to be in leather – crocodile skin is even better. No flashy colors, the bag has to be practical and in a classic shape Follow the trend and add a big comfortable scarf. You’ll always find her wearing rings and a wrist full of bracelets. Big glasses are a must-have.

The Sartorialist

4. Shoes must be black
Usually shoes are the main attraction on a woman. On Miroslava, it’s the complete outfit. Forget about trendy and crazy shoes. Heels or boots must be black, always matching her dark tights.

5. Keep your legs warm
Most of her pictures come from the Winter/Spring season, I’ve had not had the chance to see her without tights. But when it’s cold like in Moscow, tights are easy to wear and keep your legs warm. And this season, it’s totally trendy. Black or vibrant colors, we’ll always notice her silhouette. She probably has some greats legs!

Garance Doré

6. Bangs!
Miroslava has the perfect hair, always impeccable and the bangs are just so natural. Bangs are not even in the trends, but whatever… However, don’t even think of spending hundreds of dollars at your hairdresser’s to make bangs to have bangs. It may be easier to keep your hairstyle simple, basic and looking good than trying hard to look absolutely ridiculous.

Dear readers, I’d be glad to get your feedback about this article and if you are called Miroslava and from Russia, please correct me if I’m wrong .