Victorian Inspired Fashion Photos

Check out these beautiful Victorian inspired photos from Vogue Turkey.



Finding the Perfect Fit

Today I read this great article (link below) from the New York Times entitled "One Size Fits Nobody."  I had to share it with you, because it is what I have been preaching about for years!  Designers need to make clothes that will fit real women and they need to make the sizing uniform for all U.S. clothing. 

The article talks about the decades-old issue of fluctuating sizes and the frustration we face finding the perfect fit.  It also introduces an amazing new technology soon available in some shopping malls called "My Best Fit" which uses a full body scan to suggest which sizes of certain clothing brands will fit you best.  Take a minute to read the article and enjoy a self-esteem building moment!  The problem is not your body!! 

  http://finance.yahoo.com/news/One-Size-Fits-Nobody-Seeking-nytimes-3929963386.html?x=0

www.mybestfit.com

Photo Shoot Favorites

Today I decided to post just a few of my favorite photos from prior shoots I've done.  I hope you enjoy them.

Photo by Dirk Olsen



Lily Rubio  - Christian Music Artist
http://www.lilyrubio.com/
Photo by Dirk Olsen

Marcela Pinilla - Latin Music Artist
http://marcelapinilla.com/
Photo by Christoper Parks

Photo by Dirk Olsen



Photo by Dominic Van Horn



Winter Wonderland
Photo by Dirk Olsen


 



A 70's Favorite Returns - The Wedge Sandal



One of my favorite pairs of shoes ever was a pair of 70's wooden platform wedge sandals.  I wore them until they fell apart, literally.  Then, I took them and had them repaired and wore them until they were beyond repair.  Here are some fun wedges under $50 I think you will enjoy.  

Not Rated



Not Rated



Charlotte Russe



Modcloth



Modcloth



Nine West




Forever 21

  

Steve Madden



Charlotte Russe

Leave a comment and tell me about your favorite pair of shoes. 

The Perfect Summer Tee

Summers in the South are unbearably hot and humid.  I told myself this year I was NOT going to wear two or three layers of clothing under (or over) excessively revealing tops.  So, I set out to find the perfect tee...lightweight, inexpensive, stylish, versatile, loose, and ample.  I found these dolman sleeve beauties at Marshall's for only $12.99.  They come in three fabulous colorful prints.  I plan to buy all three if I can find them in my size!  They are perfect with jeans on the weekends or try them with dress pants and skirts for the office.

Great tribal print!  I wore this with a black drapey midi skirt, gold serpentine belt, and kitten heels to church and then later with jeans and ballet flats to a family get together.

 Leave a comment and tell me about your perfect Summer tee and how you style it...

Note the hemline is longer in the back.  Fits great!

Thrift Store Favorites..What Are Yours?

Here are a few favorite items from my recent thrifting expedition.



Beautifully detailed lined lace top...this came home with me!



Goes with everything straw bag...also came home with me!

Love the white piping and pockets...unfortunately, it was not my size

Vintage linen and cotton midi...looked fabulous on, but Dry Clean Only...so I passed.

...and a few other thrifted finds from a previous trip.



Note the cutouts, tucks, embroidery and covered buttons...definitely a summer staple!



Fabulous embroidered skirt with beaded and sequined accents

What are your favorite thrift store finds?  Please take a minute to share and leave a comment.  I'd love to hear from you!   

Midi Skirts

Once thought of as frumpy and matronly, the midi skirt has shown this season that it is definitely a stylish fashion alternative.  Whether A-line, dirndl, pleated, full or pencil, there is something for every body type, even the vertically challenged.  Proportion is the key. 

Suno



Tracy  Reese

 

ASOS

ASOS

ASOS

Topshop

We all know that almost anything looks good on a model.  But for the rest of us...here are a few tips on how to look marvelous in a midi: Not too much volume, especially at the hemline; lightweight and flowing is the most universally flattering; balance the skirt length with a substantial and interesting top (not too fitted, not too loose/baggy, and not too long).  Try adjusting the skirt length, viewing it in a full length mirror. Then hem to where it looks the best on you.  Heels/wedges are a must, unless you are tall and thin.

Neutrals

Here are a few neutral outfits from MANGO that I really love!

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Thrifted Embellished Cardigan

I picked up this gorgeous embellished cardigan at a local thrift store.  The detailed pattern is made of silver metallic thread with beautiful beaded accents.  Note the great buttons!  This is one of the outfits I styled for a model portfolio shoot.

Styling by Lisa Byrd Thomas, photo by Al Wasserberger, model - Deandra Boyd