Pulse HER STYLE
FASHIONABLE FROM WITHIN Creating stunning looks is second nature for photographer Shelley Wolfe Franklin
BY MANDY HOLMES / PHOTO BY BEVERLY SHUMWAY
Award-winning fine art portrait photographer Shelley Wolfe Franklin rocks a bold style behind the lens. “My style is definitely feminine but never girly,” she says. Due to the nature of her career, Franklin moves around a lot, making comfort a top priority for her wardrobe. To achieve this goal while still creating a polished look, Franklin often throws on a blazer over Commando leggings and a T-shirt. In the evening, Franklin’s ensembles still carry a feminine vibe with an edgy flair. She incorporates leather or faux leather for their alluring appeal and always chooses a dress over a skirt. “For dresses, nothing beats the way Retrofete fits the curves of a woman’s body,” she says. Though Franklin once turned to others for style inspiration, she now looks inward and trusts her instincts when deciding what to wear. “As I near 50 years old I’m happy to say I don’t feel influenced by anyone else’s style, which hasn’t always been the case,” Franklin says. “Now I wear what I feel good in and choose my clothing based upon my own daily activities and current mood.”
What are your favorite colors to wear? Currently I’m loving pops of color. Anything blush looks great with my hair color and I really enjoy wearing jewel tones. Has the pandemic affected your style at all? It did for almost a year. I think I went a full year without wearing heels! My feet were not prepared for the shock of them after that, but in spite of the initial blisters, I love to wear heels even though they make me well over 6 feet tall. How do you transition your look from day to night? My go-to items are simple, knee-length Michael Stars dresses. They are fitted but forgiving with a bit of ruching on the sides. They look great with flats for work, but I can throw a heel on and accessorize to go out and are just formfitted enough they look professional but a little bit sultry!
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