How This Look Channels Yoko Ono

Yoko Ono is a visionary. She wasn’t just married to John Lennon or a “symbol” of the times, she’s truly an incredible influence on our world.

I think her life story is truly inspirational. She grew up in Tokyo and somehow found herself married to a Beatle, and now she devotes her time to philanthropy. How does this woman do it?! I can barely cook dinner for myself. 

Not only did her and Lennon use things like their honeymoon to promote peace during the Vietnam war, but she was (and still is) at the forefront of feminism. She was courageous in a time when it was frowned upon to do so, she challenged the status quo, and she displayed an unapologetic ora that acts as fuel for today’s young women.

Her work isn’t the only thing that’s badass. Her style represents the type of person she is perfectly. When you scroll through images of her (then and now), you realize how much her style was like a billboard for her causes. It demanded respect, with blazers and chic sunnies; but it also screamed feminism and freedom. Freedom from the chains of society and what women “should” or “shouldn’t” wear. She epitomizes the “hippie revolution” in a way that looks so timeless and chic. Basically, she’s a genius.

I wanted this look to channel Yoko Ono in all of her grandeur.

The lace crop top I scored from the infamous Zara sale is meant to demonstrate the zero-constraints we have as women to achieve what we’ve always wanted to. So long are the days of covered ankles and shoulders. We’re free.

This high-waisted pencil skirt is from one of my favourite denim brands. Like Yoko Ono, I have a repertoire of things I’m passionate about – one of which is supporting brands that stand for something. Fidelity denim isn’t mass produced. They’re focused on quality and sustainability and each of their pieces are made by hand in Los Angeles. Not to mention, their denim is as comfortable as my pajamas.

The hat was a cheap pick up from Urban Behaviour for $5. Yes, $5. I’m all about scoring those deals! The sunnies are from one of my favourite eyewear brands, Covry, which is made for those (like myself) who struggle with a lower nose bridge and unconventional cheekbones. We’re so lucky to live in a day where there’s something for everyone. Yoko Ono would be proud.

You’re probably so sick of seeing these heels haha It’s because they’re one of my favourite tie-ups. You know I’m almost exclusively in love with tie ups from Le Chateau because they don’t cut up my feet. These heels represent the freedom for women to wear heels without their feet dying in the process woot woot 

I wanted each and every piece in this outfit to represent the freedom and vibe that Yoko Ono represents. Letting go of the things that bind us and just being unequivocally ourselves. So thank you Yoko Ono. Thank you for inspiring women all over the world, not to marry a Beatle, but to find ourselves, find what makes us feel free, and discover what it means to be our own definition of a “woman”.

Do you love Yoko Ono? What inspires you to feel free?