You already know that I’m here for any collection that even mildly scratches my fantasy itch, so when I stumbled across the Bora Aksu Fall 2019 collection via stylist Leith Clark’s instagram, I was instantly smitten. I imagined these light, dainty gowns with translucent, ruffled layers and iridescent sparkle adrift in the ocean like ethereal jellyfish, or the nightgowns of sleepy mermaids.

Things I adore about this collection: the fluid, flowing silhouettes; the pale, extra-terrestrial pinks and blues; the glittery, essence of girlhood whimsy and dreams made reality; the over-the-knee moon boots; the way it makes me imagine that there are some ultra-cool, alien girls rocking their way through the universe in Aksu’s confectionery clothes. Things I hate about this collection: that more people haven’t seen it. In other words, I’m in love.

The best thing about this collection is that, although it is playful and whimsical, with its dreamy, out-of-this world vibes (I’m so here for those silver sunglasses that resemble alien eyes), it’s also superbly wearable if you strip away the fantastical styling. A sequined blazer can be worn as a statement piece with jeans and a tee, while an aqua blue, ruffled cocktail dress would be adorable as a fun, daytime look paired with some shimmery sandals and a tiny, cross-body bag (a girl can dream!). I loved every look in this collection so much, I can’t even choose a favorite.

I can only hope that the world (and American Vogue) will pay closer attention next time Bora Aksu releases another collection to make our bleak, human days a little more alien.

Check out my favorite looks from the collection below:

All images are from BoraAksu.com