My Grandma Dressed Better Than Me
Happy Monday Fashionistas! This past weekend I attended the 6th Annual Networking Social Featuring THE Hair & Fashion Show held in Raleigh, NC. The event was organized by Ms. Melody Council, and featured local vendors displaying everything from hand-made jewelry, clothing, t-shirts, photography, make-up and much more. It was an evening full of fun that also included raffles, door prizes, a fashion show, and getting to know fellow business owners as well as their products and services. What a great way to support the small businesses that serve our community every day. If you missed this event, be sure to catch the next one and you’ll be in for a treat! When I was deciding what to wear, what first came to mind was a cream lace turtleneck which was one of many items my mother had given me after my grandma passed away. The holiday season has always been a time when I reminisce about her and my dad, and long to feel closer to them. In the spirit of remembrance, especially during this time of the year, it always helps me get through the holidays to wear something of hers. During the event, several people complimented my top and it felt great to bring up and talk about my grandma. We talked about differences between vintage versus today’s clothing. Grandma’s hand-me-downs are timeless treasures for a number of reasons. Women back then didn’t just dress up every now and then; they dressed to impress for all occasions. Clothes were better because the material was higher quality and lasted longer. Small details often overlooked within fashion trends...
Spend with savvy!
Be Excited about your clothes! If you don’t want to break the bank but want to look great, keep reading to learn how to spend with savvy! Now more than ever all of us want to look our best, but not spend a fortunate on clothes. People often ask me where I shop. They’re surprised when I tell them that I shop every where. That’s because I enjoy wearing lesser-known brands and throwing in designer pieces to create an eclectic look. I also love mixing current and past fashion trends, as well as mixing high-end clothing with low-end ideas. I’m a firm believer it’s not where you shop, but how you put things together. Most people think the main item of an outfit should be the big-ticket item, but it’s not always the case. The skeleton of an outfit, such as handbag, shoes, and jacket should generally be what you spend the most on, but sometimes it depends on the circumstances. This is where a good stylist and personal shopper can help. One rule of thumb is to always invest in clothing and accessories that not only excite you, but will last long. Wearing the latest trends is perfectly fine, but my rule of thumb is to throw in a few of those pieces opposed to making them my entire wardrobe. Here’s an example of how I pulled together an eclectic look from shopping everywhere. Dress: Ross Linen Jacket: Elie Tahari (Found at a thrift store) Shoes: Michael Kors (From my closet) Bag: Cromia http://www.cromiabags.com/ Earrings: Kate Spade (T.J.Maxx) Until next time…. Smooches! Love, The Ultimate...About Me
I remember at a very young age being mesmerized in my mother’s closet, and trying on her clothes which quickly became a hobby. As I grew older I not only enjoyed enhancing my look, but that of others, so the natural fit was to become a Fashion Stylist.
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