Recent Work: Bathing Beauty

Styling-me
Makeup-Dollface by Jules
Photography- Dylan Wilson
Model- Julia, RISE models

Recent Work: Strong Lip

Styling-me
Makeup- Dollface by Jules
Photography- Dylan Wilson 
Model- Katlyn, RISE models

The Beales of Mobile

Just a quick snapshot of my friend Mary and I at her antique store- Mary Parker Antiques during my visit to Mobile last weekend. We were kind of channeling The Beales, although I do realize that we are matching way too much to pull that look off (we threw on the closest wearable items we saw for a quick cameo on the way out)! Speaking of Grey Gardens, which I utterly adore and am inspired by, it's definitely due time for another watch. Have you guys seen the sequel as well? It's great.

I will share a few more photos soon of us having fun in her store with antique treasures so stay tuned...

Recent Work: Thirties Glamour

Here's a photo I styled from our Beaute Social shoot with Dollface by Jules and my husband- Dylan Wilson. This photo has stood out to me ever since I first laid eyes on it. I think it's because it has this wonderfully glamorous, dramatic quality about it.  It seems to capture a 'moment' and I love the shape of her body against the stairs.

Refashion Rescue: 60s Style Earrings

I loved the shape of these drop earrings when I scooped them up for $1 at a local flea market- however, I wasn't in love with the color so I just painted them! This is super simple and very similar to my vintage hand mirror refashion post. Now I love their 1960s look and they will be much more versatile!

Refashioning a Jewelry Piece:

1. Gather Supplies.
• Jewelry piece you want to change the color of (Could be anything! Jewelry with details that are semi-flat or flat are easier)
• Krylon silver foil metallic spray paint (or whatever color you prefer)
• Cosmetic wedge sponge
2. Spray your paint on the sponge and press onto the piece.
3. Repeat until you get the desired effect/ level of coverage.
4. Let it dry and enjoy your new jewelry piece! 

Do you have any other jewelry refashions or DIY's? I'd love to hear them!

Vintage Bride In the Neighborhood

I came across this photo that my husband Dylan took of me when I was still living in Mobile, Alabama last year. This was a fun vintage bridal look we did, featuring my dear friend Mary's dress that she wore for her wedding in 1965. This picture makes me miss the beautiful historic neighborhood I lived in- so quaint and quiet. I will be back to visit next weekend and I can't wait to catch up with my sidekick Mary and have a ball being silly putting together outfits and thrift shopping just like old times! You can see some of the other photos I shared previously here.

1 Piece 3 Ways: Colorblock Skirt

Here's the final look for my installment of '1 Piece 3 Ways'. See the other looks here and here.

Look 3 was all about breaking the color blocking up with bold punches of black. My inspiration was this cool vintage fabric I draped as a top- it shared the colors in the skirt yet added interest when paired with it. I finished with sharp black accessories and an earring that would blend in with the color palette party going on in the top so the black accents remained strong.

The Details:
Dupioni silk skirt- Sonia Says Boutique (gift from Therese)
Vintage fabric draped as a top- thrifted
Clutch- thrifted
Hat- thrifted
Earrings- c/o Jules 
Platforms- Steve Madden

1 Piece 3 Ways: Colorblock Skirt

Here's Look 2 of my styling installment ''1 Piece 3 Ways'. See the other looks here.

Ok, so I think its obvious I had a bit too much fun with this one! For this look I wanted to play up the color and fun factor so I went with orange and added crazy punches of gold. My inspiration was 60s airline stewardess meets futuristic fashionista! I actually wanted to work with the shape of the top so I created this peplum look by belting it. The Vintage Soda was a fun addition (my husband's idea!) provided courtesy of our friends Angelina and Blake. Not only are they yummy but apparently they make a great fashion accessory too!

The Details:
Dupioni  silk skirt- Sonia Says Boutique (gift from Therese)
Top- thrifted
Belt- thrifted
Sequin pillbox- antique store 
Gold Mary Janes- hand me down

Stay tuned for the final look!

1 Piece 3 Ways: Colorblock Skirt

I've been in love with this color blocked skirt since I first laid eyes on it! Today I wanted to share one of the looks I put together featuring this piece....

This look is a good way to let the skirt stand out as a statement piece by pairing it with a classic white button down shirt. I thought this was a sophisticated, simple look that would be appropriate for the office, church, or a meeting.

The Details:
Dupioni silk skirt- Sonia Says Boutique (gift from Therese)
White dress shirt- Talbots (from Therese)
Silk esapdrilles- Ralph Lauren
Louis Vuitton/Stephen Sprouse Pochette- gift
Watch- antique store

Stay tuned for Look 2!