Soooo, I was planning a soiree and had the bright idea to incorporate a car from the late 20s/early 30s, and while my original car cancelled on me at the last minute, alas there was a hero. Thanks Jason!! Here’s one of my new favorite pics of me and the hubs with the car named … Continue reading
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Building an Outfit #14 — Chevron as Inspiration
I’m in loooooove with the mint green that’s appearing everywhere this season, or as I like to call it “granny green” (because it reminds me of a 50s kitchen or bathroom for some reason). I scored this Chevron-printed dress from Target’s clearance rack, and since it is sleeveless, I needed a cardigan or something to … Continue reading
Building an Outfit #13 — Peach as Inspiration
I love all of the sorbet colors that are in this spring, and I just so happened to have a few items of the peach kind that I put together. Earrings–Check! Sam Moon Scarf–Check! H&M Arm Candy–Check! H&M, Sam Moon (and my trusty hair band hiding in the midst) Dark Skinnies–Check! Gap Peach Shirt–Check! … Continue reading
Building an Outfit #12 — Mom’s Vintage Jewelry as Inspiration
When I was a little girl, I just looooooooved digging in my mom’s jewelry box. I could spend hooooooouuuuurrrrrssss looking at and organizing her things. Well, as a “big” girl, I have been known to do the very same thing, and after one of my jewelry box sessions, I asked her if I could have … Continue reading
Building an Outfit #11 — Matryoshka Necklace as Inspiration
Whew! It’s been a while!! Uber busy, but thank you for your patience!!! On one of my little shopping sprees I found this cool “triple” necklace at H&M — three necklaces in one, heck yes! The charms consist of a mossy green stone, a light pink stone, and a coral-y pink Matryoshka doll! I decided … Continue reading
Photo Shoot for Jills of all Trade!
Saturday I had the pleasure of working with three very talented and passionate ladies. I was able to rejuvenate my love for makeup artistry and watch others bloom and glow about their passions as well. Plus, it gave me a great reason to purge my makeup kit … I cleaned that thing out like nobody’s … Continue reading
Building an Outfit #9 — Peacock Blue as Inspiration
I’m a sucker for blue! I also loooooove peacocks, and I liked ’em before they were “trendy”! This peacock color inspired the making of this outfit. Shirt with sheer sleeves is such a cute accent to a “plain” shirt! Banana Outlet! Pants are light heather gray from Gap Outlet. I wore two necklaces with baubles … Continue reading
Building an Outfit #8 — Polka Dots as Inspiration
I love this ombre (dark purple/plum to ivory) polka dot scarf I scored from Gap Outlet, so it was time to get building!! Skinny Black Jeans, White V-Neck T, Scarf, Plum Cardigan — Gap Outlet Purple Flats — BCBG, from DSW Earrings — Made by Moi! (I didn’t snap a pic; purple glass beads) Make … Continue reading
Liebster Award!
Much like the person who nominated me, I was a bit “unplugged” this weekend and this past week, honestly! I was catching up on some homework for grad school, but when I finally checked my updated, I was elated to see a sweet nomination from a precious fellow blogger My Little Closet Blog!! The Liebster … Continue reading
Vintage Question
Hello all! I wanted your opinions on the following question: How old does something have to be for it to be considered vintage? (Specifically clothing) In my mind, anything from the 70’s or earlier, but sometimes I hear people say they scored “vintage” items at resale shops … and these items aren’t necessarily “old”. Thoughts?????? Continue reading
