without shoes that is! I promised myself this year I would partake in the Tom’s Shoes call to go without shoes for a day. That is NOT easy her in MN since April 10th usually still means snow so this year I was determined since we’ve had better weather this winter than some of the southern states (YEAH!!). But little did I know the temp would drop and that day it would be a frigid 43 degrees. I did what I could and went the majority of the day without, despite the stares! It’s a good reminder that some people don’t ever...
read moreI recently was approached to give some consulting on style character developement for a movie project. Can’t really give specifics but I immediately thought of Amelia Earhart. What an amazing person she was! I forget about how amazing until I do some research and realize just how much. I can’t imagine all the challenges she faced being a woman in a man’s field. But she stayed strong, followed her dreams and did it with style. Amelia this post’s for you! Such a stylish lady!! Amelia Inspired Fashion Inspired...
read moreAfter hearing all the buzz yesterday about the racist comments made by some fans of The Hunger Games, I felt the need to comment. I know I’m not the only one commenting but I just wanted to say what I wanted to say! I don’t feel the need to even respond about the comments made regarding the actress that played the part of Rue. They are just ignorant, narrow-minded and miss-informed! Seriously, if you can’t read a book completely and really absorb what the story and images that the author is trying to show you, then you are NOT a fan and...
read moreEven though I design bags, I come across certain designers that make me want to give in and buy a high end bag sometimes…enter Gryson! Definitely worth saving up for!! The Turnstyle collection REALLY caught my attention and is exactly my style. It’s a mixture between color and neutral, classic and funky, new and vintage. I LOVE the turnstyle locks on each bag and the softness of their leather. Here are some of my favorites from all of the collections! More styles here!...
read moreI love a good DIY project and usually have several going at one time. I don’t discriminate either, I do DIY for both home decor and clothing and accessories! Recently, Ruche.com added a new feature to their online shop. They now have a whole section dedicated to DIY projects and include them in their Look Books! Check it out: http://issuu.com/shopruche/docs/homemadeholiday Here are some of my...
read moreHere they are…the after pictures! It was TONS of work but we were all really happy about the final results! I think everyone’s favorite is the kitchen which is NOT allowed to be called a kitchen but instead Cocina...
read moreNo, I’m not featured on their site (wishful thinking) BUT I do prowl their site on a daily basis. I get inspiration for fashion, costume and set designs and above all else DECORATING!! I LOVE going there and sometimes think my friends and family must think I’m a little obsessed because I often find myself saying….’I found it on Apt. Therapy…’! Just for your viewing pleasure, here are inspiration photos taken from their site that I will be using as inspiration this weekend during the 1st Apartment Makeover in...
read moreI definitely have found a new love of styling and interior design that sprouted up when I was going to school. I knew I loved decorating and always looked through magazines but until I really started exploring what I love to do in my spare time, I didn’t realize how close my relationships with fashion and interior design actually were! I have been working with the 48 Hr Film Festival team that I met about 3 years ago for a while now and have done both set and costume design. I am currently working on a new film where I will be the sole...
read moreI also helped out with photography at ‘The Dance for Life’ fundraiser. This event was amazing! The location was at the top of the IDS building. I have to say I LOVED the combination of a fashion show and dancer performance. Of course, I thought the choreography was amazing and it was done by a former classmate John-Mark Hostetler. It was fun to see his work and what he is doing now! It was definitely a unique event that was fun to be a small part of! I also helped out with photography at ‘The Dance for...
read moreThis spring I had a couple of opportunities to again volunteer with MNFashion for MN Fashion Week. It was a lot of fun and I met some awesome people. Secrets Fashion Agency in Mpls. It was a fashion show that told the story of Alice in Wonderland from childhood to adulthood. The clothes were amazing and the atmosphere/venue was breathtaking. We had a lot of fun working this event.
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