Rock Band Fashion

I don't think I have ever done a men's fashion post, even though in my job as a stylist, I do work with men.  This rock band, Alfepado, I styled for a photo shoot a while back.  I thought you might enjoy these really cool photos by photographer, Sara Clark.

Styling by Lisa Byrd Thomas, men's grooming by Leslie and Erin Milne and photos by Sara Clark. 

Hippie Style Cardigans

Here are two perfect hippie style cardigans! Love both looks!!

Anna Sui

Free People

Casual Spring/Summer Fashion Alternatives

OK, it's time to get on my soapbox again.  Last summer, as I did my daily browsing of fashion blogs, I was disappointed in the offerings of  cute summer apparel.  It seemed like 1/2 of the "what I wore" style blogs had nothing but short shorts...day after day...alternating with mini skirts/dresses.  Yes, some of the outfits were really cute and short shorts and minis are all the rage again this year.  But let's face it, the average woman just doesn't look good in them.  So what are some great alternatives for casual Spring/Summer fashion?  Try cargos, bermudas, capris, longer skirts, maxi dresses, jeans (rolled, loose, skinny, or flared)...lots of options for all body types and personalities.  So let's get creative!


Banana Republic



Zara



All Saints

Bershka

Guess



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Guess



Madewell



Lacoste



Vogue



Ministry of Retail





Maxi Dresses

 Maxi Dresses...they come in a wide assortment of styles.  Whether your look is bohemian/hippie, casual or glamorous there is something this season for you.   Who says you can't be stylish and comfortable?


Anna Sui



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Elle



Issa



Anthropologie

Banana Republic

Diane Von Furstenburg



Vivian Tam



Zimmermann

Black and White Fashion

Although Spring fashion is all about color, I love the crisp contrast of Black and White.  While this neutral combination looks infinitely better on cool skin tones, warm skin tones can pull it off by adding a pop of warm color or gold jewelry near the face.  Even a bright coral lipstick (as shown here) helps to keep you from looking so "washed out" if your skin tone is warm.  (To see more about determining whether you have warm or cool skin tones, check out my post: Tools of the Fashion Stylist Trade - Color Analysis.)


Michael Kors



Narciso Rodriguez

Marie Claire

OK, so it's all white...it's still fabulous...just add some black strappy heels or a handbag!

Photo Shoot: Early 60's Ladylike Dress

Here's another photo from my recent Spring fashion shoot.  I absolutely love this dress from Shabby Apple!  The fitted bodice and full skirt are so reminiscent of the ladylike dresses from the late 1950's and early 1960's.  The bright pink and orange print definitely add pizzaz to any Spring wardrobe.  Accessories include pearl and gold earrings, a vintage rhinestone and pearl brooch, and a gold and lilac vintage rhinestone bracelet.   

Photographer - Amie Vanderford, Styling - Lisa Byrd Thomas

Hair - Phee Phee Green, Makeup - Shelby Anne Willis, Photo Assistant - Jason Sheesley,

 Model - Renae Van Wyhe, Location - The Inn at Hunt Phelan, Memphis, TN,

Jewelry - vintage, Garden Isle Dress from Shabby Apple

More Hippie Style Inspiration Photos

Hope you enjoy these hippie style inspiration photos as much as I do. 

Great boots!
Jean-Baptiste Mondino in Elle



Hippie and Western all rolled into one
Cavalli

Elle



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photo from hair.becomegorgeous.com







Winner!!! - DownEast Basics Giveaway

CONGRATULATIONS to our winner of the DownEast Basics giveaway...Natalie!!!  She will receive one item of her choice from the "new arrivals" section of their website.  Thanks to DownEast Basics for sponsoring this giveaway.   

Last Call for DownEast Basics Giveaway

Don't forget to sign up for my DownEast Basics Giveaway.  The contest ends tomorrow, March 6 at 11:59pm.  Details on my Feb. 22 post.  Good Luck! 

The Grace Card - Red Carpet Premiere and Opening Weekend

I'm finally getting around to posting a photo of me taken on the Red Carpet at The Grace Card Premiere.  What I wore...a FABULOUS black and white vintage dress with a ruched top, sequined waist, and tulip skirt.  Accessories included ruby suede French heel pumps with gold piping, vintage rhinestone bracelet, a black and gold beaded evening bag, and shoulder grazing black beaded earrings with tassels.      



The Grace Card Premiere - Lisa and Mike on the Red Carpet
Photo by Lasting Expressions

It has been one week since the opening of The Grace Card.  I am grateful that it has received some excellent reviews from the press...but even more important is what so many people are saying about how the movie has touched their lives.

If you haven't been to see it, don't procrastinate.  We need your support this next week to keep it in the opening theaters even longer.  It will be opening in additional locations across the U.S. on March 18.  See the movie website for locations:  http://www.thegracecardmovie.com/



That's Me!



Look VERY closely...second line left...Costume Designer - Lisa Thomas



Full Parking Lot....Hurray!!!!



Our local theater even added an extra screen!  That's a total of 9 showtimes daily at just one of the eight theaters showing it in Memphis!!!

Spring Fashion Trends

I'm pleased to share with you my latest project...a Spring Fashion Feature in Latter Day Woman Magazine.  Check out the Spring trends article and photos at:
 

http://www.ldwmagazine.com/



Here's one of the outfits.  Flare leg trousers jeans...I absolutely love them!  Find out what else is hot for Spring.

Photography by Amie Vanderford, Styling by Lisa Byrd Thomas
Hair by Phee Phee Green, Makeup by Shelby Anne Willis, Photography Assistant - Jason Sheesley
Top from DownEast Basics and jeans from New York & Co.

 And don't forget to sign up for the DownEast Basics Giveaway on my blog (previous post) which ends March 6.  Several DownEast Basics items are used in the Spring Fashion Feature.