Khadiga Afifi AKA Buttercup: The Queen of Prints and Patterns
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Meet our first Studio H "It Girl" Khadiga Afifi, aka Buttercup. Known for her bold, relaxed, and cool aesthetic, Khadiga effortlessly combines classic pieces with trends, creating looks that are both inspiring and approachable.
Her unique ability to mix patterns, embrace vibrant colors, and break traditional fashion rules makes her a standout in the fashion community. We’re thrilled to feature Khadiga as our first Studio H It Girl, where she shares her fashion insights, favorite trends, and personal style tips. Continue reading for a deep dive into her creative fashion mind!
Who is your ultimate fashion icon?
I think I have too many, but my ultimate fav would be @lara_bsmnn. I’ve been following her since I started my Buttercup account, and I just resonate a lot with her style and vibes.
How would you describe your personal style?
I’d like to say a mix of everything, so if I had to put it in three words, I would say Bold, Relaxed, and Cool.
What’s your go-to outfit for a casual day?
Right now, I’d say striped trousers or jeans, a white T-shirt, and a funky pair of loafers or shoes.
What’s your most treasured item in your wardrobe?
I'd have to go with my jewelry—everything I wear has a sentimental meaning or story behind it.
What fashion trend are you loving right now?
Easiest answer ever. CHEETAH PRINT—literally, how can you not?
What’s a trend you think will make a comeback?
Big sunglasses—especially Tom Ford. LOVE also.
What’s your favorite way to accessorize an outfit?
Well, because I live in London, I’d definitely say a scarf—it just adds this layer to an outfit that makes it look cool and also keeps you warm and comfy. Also, you can play around with color, pattern, and material, which elevates any outfit.
What’s a fashion rule you love to break?
Mixing gold and silver jewelry, mixed prints, and denim on denim—I’d say I definitely break a couple.
Who are your favorite designers or brands?
Too many, but if you know me, you know how much I love Ganni. However, I’ve been really loving Pucci for summer recently—super cool and fresh.
What’s your favorite season for fashion and why?
WINTER all the way. I love layering different pieces and just being creative with it—and, first and foremost, coats and jackets—my favorite things to buy, ever.
What's your favourite item in your closet?
My cheetah print jacket!!
What are five wardrobe staples?
1. Baggy jeans
2. Striped suit pants (baggy also)
3. The 'perfect' white T-shirt
4. Chunky loafers
5. Oversized blazer/leather jacket
What are summer fashion essentials?
Definitely a hat, some linen pants, and a cool pair of sunglasses.
What’s your favorite way to style a basic white tee?
Denim on denim, white T-shirt, and chunky loafers.
What’s your favorite fashion era and why?
Definitely the 90s. I love the girly grunge aesthetic—I just think it is the coolest.
How do you approach styling prints and patterns?
Personally, with prints, I literally just go for it—pair them with a basic base and play around with different colors and textures, and it usually does the trick.
What’s your favorite color to wear?
Super hard!! But recently, I’ve been loving yellow and red—yellow paired with grey and red paired with white.
What’s your favorite Studio H piece and why?
Studio H Blazers, definitely! They’re just so fun and a perfect way to elevate any basic outfit.
How do you style your favorite Studio H piece?
Grey baggy jeans, a pleated black shirt, a Studio H blazer with a pop of blue, and silver cowboy boots—perfect outfit for a night out!
What vibe do you feel Studio H embodies?
Edgy feminine! So fun and unique.
How does Studio H fit into your personal style?
I feel Studio H provides that delicate and refined flair to my wardrobe, which I LOVE.
How would you describe Studio H in three words?
Elegant, girly, and innovative.
How do you make a statement with your outfit?
Pattern all the way! You will never catch me wearing an outfit without at least one pattern.
What’s your favorite type of shoe to wear?
Definitely loafers. Super easy to dress up or down for any occasion.
How do you stay confident in your fashion choices?
With my wardrobe, I always love trying new things and experimenting with color, patterns, and texture—because I’m so passionate about it, it always gives me the confidence to try and discover new things.
Do you incorporate any vintage pieces into your wardrobe, and how do you source them?
Recently, yes, a lot actually because my job is basically all about sourcing, so I always come across such unique pieces that I can’t say no to!
How do you plan outfits for a trip?
I’m actually the worst at this, but it always ends up working out. I usually go for at least one basic bottom, a couple of basic tops, and a few funky jeans and jackets.
How do you style bold colors?
I’d say I pair them with other colors that are more quiet and mundane and maybe try to pop in a pattern here or there.
How do you keep your wardrobe versatile?
I never buy similar pieces, and even when I want to, I always stop myself, so I end up having more options to play around with.
What’s your favorite way to experiment with fashion?
I embrace the fact that I don’t have one single style. If you try to shoehorn yourself into a single style when there's a lot that you like, you're going to have a harder time curating a narrow-themed wardrobe than if you just embrace the diversity.
What’s your favorite piece of fashion advice to give?
Be bold, experiment, and build a wardrobe you love.
How do you incorporate trends into your classic pieces?
Through accessorizing always! I would say think of it in a way to elevate your outfit so it looks effortless but still trendy.
How do you keep your style unique and true to yourself?
Anyone who knows me knows how my style is very reflective of my personality, so I’d say try to reflect your character and yourself through your clothes, and it will always be unique and different to everyone else.
How do you use fashion to express your personality?
Because fashion is something I’ve been passionate about and deeply invested in all my life basically. I have taken the time to understand what colors, shapes, styles, and patterns suit and reflect me, and I feel like that says a lot about who I am as a person.
What’s the best part of being featured as a Studio H It Girl?
Honestly super exciting!! I love and resonate with Studio H so much!! I’ve never had the time or opportunity to think and write these things down, so this was so fun for me!
We hope you loved getting to know Khadiga more. Her bold, relaxed and cool vibe is what Studio H is all about! Stay tuned for the latest style guides and fashion inspo.