Showing posts with label inspiration. Show all posts
Showing posts with label inspiration. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

INSPIRATION | Farmers Markets

Farmers Markets. There are so many here in Orlando. It reminds me of when my family lived overseas and my mum used to get fresh fruits and veggies from the local vendors. I don't always get my produce from here (Freshville Farms is where its at); a lot of times I go here just for the scene itself. The colors of freshly picked vegetables and flowers. The Saturday winter weather, which is really like a normal fall day in the north. The smell of kettle popcorn and the taste of fresh squeezed orange juice.

Fresh.

That's what lures me to the Farmer's Market. My wardrobe is inspired by the mixture of vibrant vegetable hues and aged smells of cheeses and old wood planks and the crisp coldness of the winter morning air.

Relaxed but alive. That was my goal. A simple thermal and button up sweater, layered with a navy blue blazer and marigold yellow pants, with my trusty oxfords. An Aztec patterned scarf for texture. Never overdone. Never undercooked. It is the happy medium of a tomgirl.


Monday, December 10, 2012

INSPIRATION | Separate but Equal

I've been mulling over what to look for as far as formal attire for this wedding when I get back.   There are some lovely dress silhouettes that I would love to try on should I get the chance overseas, but if I don't, I need a plan B. I was pinteresting the other day and I stumbled across this image:




Separates.

I could find a simple tank with a a tasteful plunging neckline. Find a winter skirt that is form fitted with some breathing room for dancing and this all could be easily formalized with some wonderful jewelry and a clutch. This might not break the bank either. Here's my inspired look.

INSPIRATION | Separate but Equal


Tuesday, November 20, 2012

INSPIRATION | Typographic Tees

I never quite understood women getting glammed to go to a grocery store or to the gas station. Casual is never really an option for them. Dress to impress even to smell how ripe a melon is. I used to be all sweats and tees, usually college tees. Now that I am older, I'd rather not get mistaken for a college freshman, but I still want to put as little effort into my clothing when participating in mundane every day activities. Wearing a typographic/graphic tee doesn't have to be a faux pas anymore!



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Friday, November 9, 2012

INSPIRATION | Fall Wardrobe

Tomorrow I have a photo shoot with Frankie again to create my Fall wardrobe lookbook items for you! To keep within budget I will be pulling from JCPennys, Target, Goodwill, and Salvation Army. There will be six looks that range from my bum casual look, casual look, tomgirl, business casual, business smart, and cocktail hour. Here are some of my inspirations:



iloverunways:

032c Magazine Fall/Winter 2012 Model: Edie Campbell Photographer: Alasdair McLellan Fashion Editor: Joe McKenna





Friday, October 19, 2012

INSPIRATION | Monochrome



Ok, So I have worn these shoes a lot already, but mostly with things I already own. The shoes were meant to be for my $50 challenge for the month of October, but I haven't quite found what I was looking for. I know I want to do a monochromatic style, but with all shades of grey. I was planning on being completely casual like the picture on the left, but I think I want try the whole dress downed elegance look instead.


I am thinking some nice grey cropped slacks, with a button up sheer top and a simple graphic sweatshirt. Or maybe European casual (which would technically still be dressed up here). Like maybe a flowing dress.


Friday, September 14, 2012

INSPIRATION | Dressed up Dressed down

I just got some tennis shoes. Not running shoes, but normal every day street wear (I will post a pic tomorrow). I want to still look classy, but not done up. I am really loving the monochromatic look in neutral tones, but maybe a bit more fitted like Olivia is pulling off with her leather high tops. Don't really care for her personality, but her style IS impeccable.

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Friday, September 7, 2012

BUSINESS CASUAL

I hate that term. That could mean anything. My idea of it is a step up from casual. With style of course. Floridians idea of it is a step down from suits. Still more business than casual. Like bland school uniforms. Khakis and button ups or polos. I have looked pretty drab so far on my first week of internship, all because I am trying to figure out their "business casual". The guys are more business casual than the women, who where tailored dresses and suits. I can't afford that. So I must be creative. I am a graphic designer for goodness sake!

I am still waiting on some things to get altered so for now I have to think business. Which pains me because I lived a year in business attire and I looked like someone else. These to me are more business casual. These, I can do.



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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

OUTFIT | Nautical Nonsense

Nautical Nonsense





I recently found a London Fog trench from the forties at a thrift store. In beautiful condition. For 7 dollars. I will be going to Germany in four months and it will be cold. I hope to sport this little number while I am there.

Friday, August 31, 2012

OUTFIT | Ideas for the GENT. event

GENT. Fashion Event

GENT. Fashion Event by andiaschehera featuring resin bangles


Can you tell I am thoroughly excited for this event to get here? A month away and I already have my outfit idea picked out. Polyvore is good about helping me get an idea together before I go shopping. The only items I have already in my closet are the purse (a GUESS clutch I found while thrifting) and the skirt (which I got at a swap shop for free). 

I volunteer at Bajalia and I am pretty sure they have the ivory and black studded bracelets, and they might let me borrow it for the event. Also the necklace is rad, but I like my chunky chain necklace. All that is left to find is that corset in ivory, the shoes, and the jacket. Meh. I have a month.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

PENNY LOAFERS

Penny Loafers- Bass


I grew up loving oxfords and loafers. I knew from an early age I was born in the wrong era. There was a stint in my life where I wanted to look like everyone else and so I buried my mature sense of style to blend in. I was still different and was always made aware of it.

I have now come to my senses.

I have been craving loafers for almost seven years now, but could not find ones that were that hard leather and in a size for women. My craving has been satisfied by Bass. I never splurge on clothes or shoes. And even though these are originally priced at a 1/4 of my paycheck, Labor Day sales allowed for me to maintain a non-splurge purchase.

I still have to find some more close toed shoes for my internship...but then I also need some for the upcoming GENT event my boy J.O. is putting on (more on that later) and I want those to be saucy.

But I digress.

I am definitely wanting to do a whole collegiate prep style with these shoes, but I want to think beyond Ralph Lauren Polo. These are my style-spirations.








Monday, August 27, 2012

I N S P I R A T I O N

Pinterest is a drug that is hooked up to an IV. I have begun building my imaginary wardrobe from there. Its so convenient and free. It lets me know what I can look for when I am out shopping. I do not go off course.



I have my wishlist items as well as my current items so I know what I need to NOT get. Most of these items can be found thrifting. Do not cringe. I have found my diamond. It has served me well. Other items I get on clearance. I like to be frugal. I like to look like money without having to try.