Camille Rushanaedy

 — blogger
Black, Blogger, Minimal, New York City, Portland, Teens, Women
"I'm inspired by people who aren't really trying at all, like when I see someone on the street who isn't wearing anything special but just looks perfect. That's what inspires me, the complete comfort in whatever you're wearing." Camille Rushanaedy

It’s ironic that Camille, an extraordinarily thoughtful, understated, and very deserving-of-her-success blogger (who is truly in it for the art and not the fame) was on the schedule today for posting. Just last night, I finished Patti Smith’s genius book Just Kids, about her and Robert Mapplethrope’s larger-than-life story of their early days finding their way in New York as fledgling artists. The book sweeps you off of your feet into a world of two legends who inhaled culture and who will be remembered eternally as true originals in all aspects of their lives, style included. If there were ever a case of “it’s the person who wears the clothes,” it is Camille, in her very acute sense of ultra-clean and highly minimal sophistication. For her age, Camille has the nature of one who is unusually unaffected by the usual craving for today’s fifteen minutes of fame, and doesn’t stray far from herself in order to receive validation (she has gone so far as to stop photographing herself in her outfits for her blog until she felt ready to return to it in a way that was true to her message). Camille spends a lot of time reading and has a strong affinity for numerous literary icons (and ones who are relatively obscure), but it is not a big surprise for someone who was ready for and got into college at the age of sixteen. On the day of our interview, Fernando Pessoa’s The Book of Disquiet was on her mind (“A terrible weariness fills the soul of my heart. I feel sad because of whom I never was, and I don’t know with what kind of nostalgia I miss him.”). Not the standard conversation during fashion week. Patti Smith made a white button-down shirt look so good that you might not ever care to look at another trend or season of clothes again in your life. Camille has that same kind of effect. Take off your makeup, your jewelry, read books, and believe in yourself, and a t-shirt dress might never look as good.

If you like Camille, you might also enjoy Zana Bayne, James Gillespie, or Erika von Petrin.

  • Justin

    CAMILLE!!! i have been reading your blog for almost two years and i absolutely love you! everything you write and post is so inspiring and you have greatly influenced my style. In fact, in those dreadful moments when i find myself standing in my overflowing closet with nothing suitable to wear, i always think “what would camille do?” and invariably i will reach for something black, drapey, and i feel completely satisfied. Love you camille keep us posted!

  • elizabeth

    I totally agree with what Camille says about what inspires her about what people are wearing. I pay attention to people who look completely comfortable in what they are wearing. YOU should shine through your clothes, and I think that is something that Camille is able to capture.

  • Zach

    I have been following childhood flames for about a year now, and up until a couple of weeks ago, I had no idea how young Camille was. I think what truly shocked me was how mature, grounded, content, eager to learn and explore she was at such a young age. She has great personal style and a really interesting voice about fashion, in particular, shape, color, and comfortability.

  • kaitlin

    I love Camille and I was very surprised to see her on here! She’s a very down to earth girl, and you can tell her personality reflects the books she reads. I like how she talked about her blog as a hobby and not something she wants to persue. Her closet is so simple and black that it just reflects the brilliance of the designer and really shows the item as a peice of art and not just a clothing article. Her voice is very soft and shy, which makes her seem very outspoken, but really it is the opposite because her words are so powerful.

    thetrashedfashion.com

  • Alicia

    So good to see Camille here. She is well wise and styled beyond her years.

  • Cara

    Thank you for featuring Camille! I really enjoyed being able to hear her speak so thoughtfully here. I have been following her blog for at least a year, & am a fellow Portlander.

  • HJ

    A true definition of a Stylelikeu!

  • car

    Louder!! I can’t hear you

  • Julia

    camille is so inspiring, so is her blog.
    so glad she was featured!

  • Jamie

    i love camille. she seems so quiet and thoughtful – you don’t really meet young girls like that often. i think her clothing is a perfect reflection of her personality – understated yet incredibly interesting.

  • Tayler

    have been following her blog for about a year and a half. one of the first blogs I ran across and one that inspired me to start my own blog. As a fellow portlader myself I’m glad that she was featured on here! I love stylelikeu for featuring real people with real style.
    http://www.bighairandbikinis.blogspot.com

  • Sarah

    I’m so glad you did this Camille, stylelikeu is so great at getting “behind the clothes”. It’s great to hear peoples thoughts about WHY they wear the things and dress the way they do rather then just dressing in an aesthetic that they know the general public will approve of.

    Refreshing.

  • Stacey Kelly

    I’ve love Camille’s blog, and this was such a wonderful post on her!!

    http://youareashootingstar.blogspot.com/

  • monique r

    Been following Camille’s blog for quite awhile. Thanks for the feature, she’s great!

  • Prêt à Porter P

    I like how soft spoken and humble she comes across.
    I like how versatile that dark shadow dress is, I was surprised to see that the shorter and longer version are the same dress. Also I am fascinated with that black zipper jacket she’s wearing too.

  • melissa

    she’s so lovely

  • kat

    she’s so cute and honest. love her blog..

  • Yanie

    I love Camille!!! I love her style her blog and ofcourse her closet. And i’m guessing that she has indonesian blood because of her last name. is it true?

  • Lily

    I wish I had her sense of style. I’m in my 40s and I don’t think I ever will. Maybe it’s not too late and I can learn something from her.

  • Angeles

    WOW! Great! I love Camille, her style is unique and she has a very interesting blog, very original.
    You did so fantastic well, I love the photos and the pieces,
    Kisses

    http://www.angelesalmuna.com

  • Amanda

    I’ve been reading her blog for about a year or so — LOVE her. Thanks for featuring her here =)

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  • Aneta Markovna

    She is very inspiring.

  • sluobsessed

    Camille your blog is my new obsession! You got style gurl :)

    http://imanifashion99.blogspot.com/

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