Kristin Omdahl featured in LookVine’s article on Cool & Chic Casual Wear Style

In this photo collage, the knit and crochet patterns featured from top to bottom, right to left are:
Fan Dancer Crochet Dress, Pineapple Crochet Topper, Hibiscus Knit Shawl, Misty Memories Knit Shawl, Slouchy Crochet Hat, Razor Shell Knit Shawl and Tempesta Knit Pullover.  These projects feature Kristin Omdahl Yarns.

LookVine.com is a fashion blog community which celebrates unique fashion styles from across the globe. They emailed me and said they liked my Instagram profile @kristinomdahl and would like to share my story as an influencer. They asked me some interview questions and said they wanted to learn about my amazing fashion sense to share it with people and inspire those who want to follow the same path. How fun!

You can read the article featuring all 6 Instagram fashion influencers here: 6 Cool and Chic Casual Ideas on Casual Wear 

1. What is One Fashion rule you never break? 

Always, always, always be yourself.

2. What interests you in Casual Wear? 

I love boho style. I am a knit and crochet designer who absolutely adores the organic flow of handmade clothing. I spent a lot of time curating the most beautiful yarns to fit my aesthetic for my designs. Layering is my favorite go-to for styling because it makes my personal style aesthetic more inclusive to a wider range of sizes. Long and short, tough and soft, bold and neutral; contrast is what I love the most about layering.

3. What styling advice would you give to your younger self?? 

Be bold, be brave and don’t worry what anyone else thinks of you. It is none of your business what they think of you anyway.

4. How would you describe a perfect Casual Wear look and is there a person who is an inspiration to you for this? 

I love the contrast of denim and feminine flow and drape. Whether it is a handmade crochet or knit lace tank, tunic or dress, I love to layer with a denim cropped vest or jacket with the sleeves rolled up. I love contrast of rough to soft. So I might pair this with metallic gladiator sandals and a flower in my hair.

My style is inspired by beachy icons like Farrah Fawcett and pinup icons like Marilyn Monroe. I think the bohemian vibe and feminine pin up vibe blend together beautifully.

5. One tip you would like to give to our readers? 

Shop smart, don’t be afraid to be creative, and when given the chance, make something. I think it is so empowering to make my own accessories and style them in my own unique style.

6. Where should people go to follow you on Instagram?

@KristinOmdahl

Shop Kristin Omdahl Yarns HERE

Shop Kristin Omdahl Crochet Patterns HERE

Shop Kristin Omdahl Knitting Patterns HERE

I would love to see your creations. Just as much fun as making these myself is the satisfaction I get from seeing my designs come to life and other crochet fans wearing them too. There are now 2 ways you can share what you have done!

• Share yours by joining  Create. Share. Inspire on Facebook where you can interact with me as well as many other members who have a love of knitting and crochet just like you! It is a wonderful and safe place to share your photos of finished projects in my knitting or crochet patterns or yarns, and to see what others are making, too.
• I have recently added a wonderful new interactive section to the website which I invite you to take part in, it has been a smashing success and such fun so far. It is the new “Share Your Project” section. You, my creators, can upload images and descriptions of your creations to share with the ever growing community! To upload simply click here. 

Additionally, I host a livestreaming podcast weekday on my YouTube Channel called Create Share Inspire Podcast. You can join the audience and even ask me questions LIVE! I often do a show and tell, or quick demo and I always interact with the live audience. It is a lot of fun!

You can browse through over 800 previously recorded episodes HERE: Create Share Inspire Podcast Playlist . Make sure to subscribe to my YouTube Channel to get reminders when the next episode airs LIVE.

I look forward to seeing what you create!

xoxo,
Kristin