A little holiday inspiration for what is sure to be a weekend filled with lots of celebration and cheer. It's funny, this style dress I typically don't gravitate towards; however, when I spotted it at Morton James, what with the color and flowy fit, I knew I had to sport it! For those of you both local and non, Morton James is a fab new boutique in the heart of Chevy Chase in Lexington. It is all about Boho-Glam and the decor alone will have you swooning. Couple that with the owner, Halie, whose eye for style is so damn spot on (I have a girl crush indeed), and you've got a boutique that is curated impeccably! I highly recommend you swing on in because they've got a lovely selection of holiday glitz & glam (along with cozy sweaters, denim, and leather for days)--they'll also ship out so non-Lexingtonians don't fear! And how 'bout me getting all crafty---my headband is actually a vintage belt! Go figure! Just a little reminder to continue to think outside the box with the details. Alright gang, I am wrapping up my work week so it has already been crazy busy (at Toys R Us at 6 am this morning snagging a few last minute stocking stuffers--that's IT--I AM DONE, damnit)!!!! Make it a great one and enjoy your weekend! Oh and one last tidbit...huge congrats goes to Kristeen Owens for winning the Beginners Photography Class session--it was a great turnout and lots of good feedback, so as a Thank You, Beginners Photography Class is offering 15% off NOW THRU SUNDAY with coupon code SEERSUCKER--so for all of you in need of last minute Xmas gifts, this is a goodin!
dress (Vintage, Street Scene Lexington, KY), vest (J.Crew, similar wash), chucks (Converse), bag (Michael Kors), watch (Tag Heuer), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), bracelet (Linea Pelle)
Toss on a Denim Vest, some Classic Sneaks, add a Structured Tote, and a Wrap or two, and you my dear have just modernized a $10 Vintage Dress! But then again, who really gives a hoot when my dress cost less than my morning Starbucks order! Make it a good one, gang---we have GORGEOUS weather blessing us in the Bluegrass--feels like Fall!
This plaid frock was one of my fave finds I scored during my vintage excursion with the gals from Of Wit & Will. Adored the fit of this dress and the potential to modernize it a bit with a Chunky Gold Necklace & waist cinching belt. I've also added a blazer to this look which made it a fun little number for my workday. Check out some other dresses below with a similar cut and a bit of vintage flair. Keeping it relatively short today as I'm soaking up every minute in So. Fla with the fam---Disney was such a very special trip--my girls had the time of their lives! Heading to the sandbar this morning to do a little beach exploring-- Make it a good one!
dress (vintage, Street Scene, Lexington ), necklace (Adele of Lexington), shoes (Zara), bag (Michael Kors), cuff (unknown), ring (Lagos), watch (Cartier), shades (Ray Ban), ring (Anna Beck)
Note to self: When you're attempting to do a 21 Day NO Shopping Spree don't go to the damn mall! Granted it was to help my gal, KT, pick out some threads for an upcoming project that I'm all too excited to share with you all--but nonetheless, I think there are claw marks in J.Crew from her having to tear me outta there!
But enough of the inevitable cave on my personal challenge, onto the vintage goodness. A few posts ago, I spoke of my Baseball Vintage Find & my day vintage shopping with oh so fabulous Suzy. Seriously, she is one of those women you are immediately drawn to, could listen to for hours, cultured & traveled out the wazoo, would totally pillage to get a hold of her closet, should be intimidated by and yet she's beyond down to earth & feel like she's been your friend for ages. She's downright fab in all the right ways! I developed my crush upon her accidentally introducing s + s on camera as, "Seersucker + SaddleBAGS," how could I not instantly love this woman? It was she who spotted the frock above, and with an amazing seamstress, I envisioned what the dress could be (a slightly edgy June Cleaver don't you think). And there it is---why I reclaimed my love of vintage. It calls for a vision and creativity. It allows you to make a piece all your own---totally one of a kind. Not to mention the thrill of the hunt is so fun, and I would be remiss if I didn't tell you this frock was under $20 (thank you Street Scene). How do you all feel about vintage--into it, not so much? Would love to hear--I hope to have a little video of our day here in the next few weeks! Alright, gang, make it a good one & have a fantastic weekend!
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