Theater Threads

Off to the theater to see "South Pacific", one of my favorite musicals. I wanted to go "period" to go with the story so I wore this dress. I've had this one for so long I don't even remember where I picked it up from. To this day, this remains to be my absolute favorite vintage dress. I always feel great when I have this on! Can you tell?...I'm just giddy with excitement!

Bag (straps are tucked in), used as a clutch - Volcom

Shoes (Peeptoe, Mary Jane Platforms) - Next

Sunglasses - Marc by Marc Jacobs

BTW, "South Pacific" on stage is a must-see. The cast was truly amazing and the score was wonderfully lush. There really is nothing like a dame!

Pairing Prints

One tip for pairing prints, combine ones that have similar qualities. Here, I went with the linear theme on both top and pants. As an accessory, I wore pearls to break up and soften the hard edges on the clothes.

Red and White checkered top from Nordstrom, Navy and White striped trousers from Old Navy



Color based: The lavender floral print brings out the purple from the red and blue plaid combination in the jacket.

You can also go with the same color palette for cohesiveness. The plaid jacket and floral top may be totally different, but with similar tones, the outfit makes sense (to me at least!).

Vintage mini corduroy western top, plaid jacket from Nordstrom


Go ahead and make your own pairings then! If you feel good in your choices then it totally works!

Giddy Over Gauchos

Found these gauchos hanging in my closet in between some neglected clothes. I had forgotten I had a pair but now that I found them, it's been my favorite piece of clothing to wear. I love how they're so comfy and yet a little offbeat at the same time. While I wore my tan suede boots with them here, with dainty flats or killer heels, the look would totally change...time to experiment!

Project!

Inspired by the Dr. himself, I decided to try and make a Tee for my daughter to wear for Dr. Seuss Day. I cut out the shapes from felt and hand stitched them using thread in a contrasting color. I used stick-on felt letters but I'm sure I need to sew those in before I wash the shirt. Well it held up for the day...the letters can wait another day. All in all, I spent $2.99 for the shirt, 29 cents for each felt piece (I used two colors) and $1.99 for the letters. Add to that about an hour and a half of labor...but it was one of love. My daughter saw some splatter-painted jeans that she loved but I wasn't willing to spend $$$ for something she would outgrow in a few months. So I suggested a little DIY project that we could do together. Off we went to the art supply store and she excitedly picked out the paint color she wanted. Back at home, we cut off a pair of Levi's that she did outgrow. Then she used some old brushes to splatter paint and since she was all about the peace sign, added her own twist to it as well. She proudly wore the shorts to school the next day and I was dubbed the cool mom :)

Fleamarket Finds

Trying on a vintage Wrangler denim shirt...score!

I love this purse! Like a schoolbag a little girl would bring in an old French movie.

Gorgeous coat! Saturated with an eye-popping color and contrasting accents.

It's a treasure hunt!

This was a trip to the Rose Bowl Flea Market one Sunday in January. I came prepared with my recycled shopping bags and a rolling cart as well. While the purpose of the trip was furniture shopping, I couldn't help getting some stuff for myself...I was in the zone! Between the humongous and heavy coffee table, several wall accents and my finds, our truck was filled to the brim! Truly, nothing beats the thrill of the hunt!

Raiding Closets

This time, I raided hubby's drawer for his Hanes V-neck undershirts that I love so much. I swear I buy them more for myself than him. With a leather vest, chain knot necklace I got from a friend (thanks, Erika!), and a photoshopped pic, I feel I'm channeling my inner rock star...(so not?..so what?!)

I wanted to go preppy one day and was inspired by this vintage tie I found on one of my hunts. I couldn't find the right button down shirt from my closet and decided to raid my son's closet for his. Classic polo player on a horse...can you get any preppier than that? Coupled with dark rinsed trouser cut jeans and red patent loafers...Nantucket, here I come (in my dreams!).

School of Style

School of Style Workshop - Day 1

Had a day filled with fashion, style and much more! This class held by celebrity stylist Luke Storey at Smashbox Studios in Hollywood was awesome and informative (bordering on overload), but truly valuable info you can't get anywhere else! You will be amused (Luke has such a fun and utterly cool personality), amazed (at all the information you're going to learn) and excited (about getting into the business of wardrobe styling). Luke will not only share his insights, but also his collection of gorgeous books with looks that he's created over the years of styling celebrities. If you've been thinking about getting into the business, look no further! The time you'll save and knowledge you'll gain from this class will set you ahead of the pack!

Thanks Luke for an amazing time! It was an eye-opener!

http://www.theschoolofstyle.com/