70's Style Photo Shoot

Check out these 70's style photos from the recent shoot I did with photographer, Kara Jo Eaton.  Photo credits listed below.  (Also see previous post.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

A friend of mine gave me this fabulous vintage 2-piece sweater dress from the 70's.  I could hardly wait to use it in a shoot.  I love the bold burnt orange stripes, bell sleeves, double wrap belt and the longer length skirt...so 1970's!

Photo Credits:
Photographer- Kara Jo Eaton www.karajophotography.com
Hair- Phee Phee Green
Makeup - Jennifer Saylor www.jsaylorartistry.com
Stylist - Lisa Byrd Thomas www.photocrew.com/lisathomas
Model - Molly G. from ETA www.elzemeyertalentagency.com

Hip Fashion Stylist Boutique on Etsy

I've been adding quite a few new listings to my etsy.com boutique.  Here are some of the latest additions. Check them out at http://www.etsy.com/shop/hipfashionstylist

70's Hippie Boho Knit Vest

Sheer 40's Blouse with Pleated Collar and Inset

60's Designer Linen Shift with Butterfly Appliques

60's Vinyl Kelly Style Handbag

60's Jeweled Handbag with Butterfly and Dragonfly

50's Beaded Handbag

More New Etsy Boutique Listings: 60's, 70's, 80's Fashion

Below are a few more new listings from my Etsy boutique. Great 60's, 70's, and 80's fashion.  Take a look here, then check them out at
http://www.etsy.com/shop/hipfashionstylist 

70's Drapey Magenta Dress

80's Geometric Print Dress

70's  Secretary Dress

Vintage Wide Leg High Waist Pants

60's Knit Suit

60's Dress Coat

70's 2-piece dress

Check back to my etsy boutique for more listings soon.  

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

Early 60's style - Ladylike Dresses

Here are some beautiful late 50's and early 60's style dresses.  So Ladylike!  Lots of choices...the sheath, the shirtwaist, the full skirt...

Vogue



Vogue

Oscar

  

Louis Vuitton


And these shoes are perfect!

Valentino



Plus Size

OK, it's time to get on my soapbox.  I don't do it very often, but some issues just NEED to be addressed...like plus size clothes.  First of all, I must admit that the selection of plus size clothes is much better than it was in years past.  The following photos show some of the cute options available.  However, clothing manufacturers still have a far way to go before they have met the basic needs of the plus size woman.

Lane Bryant

Lane Bryant

Lane Bryant

Lane Bryant



Torrid

 Cute dress, but unfortunately, this was one of the few garments at Torrid that offered any coverage.  Most larger curvy women I know, want to cover their arms.  A 3/4 length sleeve is the most flattering because it doesn't end at the bustline.

Roaman's


The average size woman in the US is a size 14, the size where plus size clothing begins.  With that many plus size women buying clothes, they should have a huge selection.  Did you know that many clothing designers only carry up to size 8?  That's ridiculous!  And one other point before I get off my soapbox...why don't plus size stores use plus size models?  Enough said.







 

Formal Dress

Recently I have been looking for a formal dress to wear to the upcoming movie premiere of The Grace Card.  (In theaters on Feb. 25).  These are two of my favorites I found on http://www.tidebuy.com/.  Love the colors!  Unfortunately, it's too late to order either of them, so I'm still looking.  I'll probably decide on something knee length, vintage, and definitely unique.
 

Vintage Peplum Dress

This gorgeous vintage peplum dress is a lovely turquoise blue with a large floral pattern.  I love how the peplum gracefully angles in the back.  Simple accessories include some silver t-strap sandals, an ivory and clear beaded bracelet,  and vintage crystal clip on earrings.     

Photos by Dorothy McCuskey of PBD Studios.

Little Black Dress - Work to Evening

Here are a few photos from a shoot I did several years ago using a little black dress.  Simple minor accessory changes take it from work to evening. 

This is perfect for work with a great vintage gold belt.  Add a smart jacket and you are all business.



Quick change artist...lose the belt and add a rhinestone brooch and bracelet.  You are ready for a nice dinner, the theater, or whatever.  Keep your classic pumps or exchange them for some strappy metallic sandals.

This little black dress came from Shabby Apple.  Unfortunately, they no longer carry it.  However, you can find the same "Classic Ashley"  dress at http://www.jenclothing.com/ and http://www.stopstaringclothing.com/  Beware...this is a very form fitting dress!  I don't suggest this particular style dress for a curvy woman.  Try something slightly A-line instead. 

FYI on dressing for the workplace... Make sure your little black dress is loose enough and long enough to be office appropriate.  There should be absolutely no visible cleavage.  And if your little black dress doesn't have sleeves, plan to wear a jacket at work.  (When it is appropriate for men to go to work sleeveless, then women can too.  Being sleeveless at the office is a real "authority" killer!) 

Photos by Dirk Olsen.