Hello Beautiful SOULmates-Spring Time is HERE and I couldn't be happier.
I pray for Beautiful colors,
Happy people and perfect weather.
What better way to spread spring time LOVE than to Blog Hop with BlogLoveTherapy.This is a great and fun way to meet and gain new followers, and to be inspired by other bloggers.
When I was in my twenties, I thought I knew it all. Now that I am much older I realize I didn't know shit. Like my momma use to say, "You think your shit don't stank?" LOL. Life lessons along the way have made me who I am today, and I am looking forward to becoming wiser as life provides me opportunities to learn, understand, reflect, love, hurt, fail, succeed, and just live-LIFE.
My Auntie Marsha posted the video below on my Facebook page. The women on the trailer are a part of a documentary about stylish New York ladies, soon to be released this summer. These ladies are real fashion divas. When it comes to self expression, being true to who you are and letting everyone know how fabulous you feel by the clothes you wear and the self confidence you exude, these ladies have mastered it.
For more information about these ladies and other seasoned fashionist-Check out Advanced Style.
Zelda Kaplan 95 year old woman featured in the trailer recently passed away while sitting in the front row during New York fashion week. Zelda left this world doing what she loved. She is a socialite icon who enjoyed art shows, New York night life, and of course fashion shows and lived with no regrets. She has been known to out party people half her age. New York magazine did an photo tribute called Remembering Zelda there is even a picture of her and Snoop Dog, how cool was she. Zelda now has the best seat in the house-heaven above. RIP Zelda.
Giving back is fashionable
Spring is almost here. What better time to do a little spring
cleaning and reorganizing the closet. It is time for me to get rid of clothes I have not worn in awhile. I must say, I have a love/hate relationship when it comes to reorganizing my closet. I just hate cleaning, but I love rediscovering clothes I have not worn in awhile. Its like shopping but in my closet. I usually donate my clothes to an non-profit like, Dress for Success. "Dress for Success empowers disadvantaged women by providing them with
professional clothing and tools necessary to jump start a career."-king5 news. There is no better fulfilling in
life than the feeling you get when you are able to give back. Ladies, I encourage you find a local non-profit in your area that supports abused, or disadvantaged women and donate your gently worn clothing.
Cheers to living everyday like its your last.
Dang my feet are big. LOL.
Man, I didn't realize how much I missed my vintage fur collar coat <3.
I found this beautiful dress while thrifting. The price was right and I had to have her. Its a vintage 1960's Mad Men super sexy dress. I wore it to a girlfriends themed Bday party last week. Funny thing, the birthday girl and I met at a Mad Men themed Bellevue Art Museum party, and we hit it off right away.
As you can see, I love to accessorize. I added the bright pink head piece, small pink earrings, lace gloves and snakeskin platform shoes-just for fun. The vintage brooch is covering the botched job I did trying to remove studs that were on the dress. Remind me to never do that again grrr. You can barely see from this picture, but after removing the studs glue residue was left behind. I have tried to gently remove the glue residue, but with no success. If you have any suggestions for me, I am all ears.
There is a certain type of person that finds it quite thrilling when they see garage sale or estate sale signs, or when they walk into a thrift store on 99cents day their heart rate increases to a thousand beats per minute just thinking about what they may find.
The thrill of the hunt is like no other feeling I have experienced before when it comes to shopping. Ever since I can remember I have always made my dollar stretch to the best of my fashionable ability. I was introduced to Goodwill by my grandmother who knows a lot about fashion. For my 14th birthday she bought my first pair of thigh high boots, God I love that woman. I've been thrift shopping for over half my life and when I moved to Seattle I was introduced to garage sales. I'll be first to admit its been a blessing and a curse.
Fridays will be dedicated to all my fabulous finds enjoy-
Oh, before I forget, this is LUCY my mannequin. I found her for 5 bucks at a garage sale. I named her Lucy because her bolts and screws were really loose, and she wobbled,. Personally I think it gives her character.
Lucy is my girl!
I'm not sure if I will ever wear this vintage lamb fur hat. I can pull a lot of things off but this one I am unsure of. Its very comfy, and perfect for the right fashionista-I just may sell it. The picture on the right is from chictopia they are selling one similar for 48.00. CLICK if you are interested.
I love this sweater by Sonia Rykielits made out of 70% cashmere and it is as soft as it looks. The detail crystal SR initial logo buttons are very cute. Her sweaters start at about 300.00 and go up from there. WOW. Great find! You see, this is why I can't stop!
Vintage 1970's long white pleated skirt. Made in California out of 100% qiana aka polyester. I cant wait to wear you girlfriend. I'm thinking emerald green, hot pink, or aqua. Really, there isn't a color I cant ROCK with this beautiful skirt. LOVE
I have so much more to share, but I don't want to make you jealous, J/K.
I love seeing young ladies who don't over do it, dress their age and look fashionably sassy, classy and just plain FRESH. World watch out for Adriana, up and coming fashion DIVA.
"Sometimes it's not what I wear, but how I wear it."
Young and Fabulous at 16-Adriana
Where did you get that awesome satchel?
Name: Adriana Vining
How old are you: 16
What are you wearing in the picture from head to toe:Forever 21 blazer, Gilly Hicks chiffon top, Black Levi capris, Guess utility boots
How would you describe your style: I really like to dress grundgy and bohoish. However, since I go to an all girls school, I wear baggy hoodies almost everyday haha.
Who or what inspires your style:I go to school on Capitol Hill (near Broadway) where all the Hipsters are.
Who are your favorite designers:Philip Treacy (Lady Gaga's Milliner). His hats are innovative and funky.
What is your favorite item in your closet right now: My Lulu Lemon leggings. They're sooo comfy!
Where do you like to shop:FOREVER 21!!!! Crossroads Trading Co. (Consignment store on Broadway), Pac Sun, H&M
Fashion blogs you follow: Your's :)
What do you do for fun: Hang out with my friends
Fashion motto you live by: Sometimes it's not what I wear, but how I wear it.
Is there anything you want me to add maybe a quote-something cute, funny or interesting about you?: I love volunteering and I dedicate the majority of my free time to community service.
A special thank you to Adrian V. Stay young and Always SOULBeautiful xoshalikaxo
Details: Earrings SOUL Sheer Blouse-Thrifted Jacket- My closet Cargo Pants-Target Lace up Boots-Thrifted
I REALLY LOVE this clutch by Papaya, the message is CLEAR!
Now you try!
The color of this clutch makes me so happy- Baekgaard out on the town tanzaite leather clutch. Baekgaard Shiny Floral Embossed Patent Leather Clutch with Silver Details.Inside Zipper Pocket on one Side and a slip in pocket and 6 credit card slots on the other. Reg:65.00 SOUL:46.00 contact me at thesoulboutique@hotmail.com SOULBeautiful
Add a little sparkle to your outfit-Crystal drops sold at SOUL
