One Jacket Five Ways

Today marks the first of a new series on the blog, One Piece Multiple Ways. It's easy to get in a rut with clothing, especially with your favorite items. Jackets are a staple in my wardrobe and I am always looking for a new way to incorporate them into my style. 

The Challenge:  I gave myself ten minutes to put together each outfit, with no pre-planning involved. I barely changed my jewelry because I used versatile pieces to show how much wear you can get even with a pair of earrings. 

I thrifted this 40's style army green jacket recently and have been quite thrilled to give it a home in my wardrobe. [Please note the misguided strand of hair in the first image. I laughed so much that I decided to leave it there. You're welcome for the chuckle.]  

  I hope this serves as inspiration for your own closet! What is another item you would want to see styled multiple ways?

Mollie

Pale Skin in Central Park

I couldn't think of a title (this happens with every post) so I picked the two things that popped into my head first. Clearly there's a pale face in these shots [don't get me wrong, I LOVE pale/fair/light skin. I was the bride who ran away from sunlight leading up to my wedding so that my skin would be creamy and p-a-l-e.] and rather than a "pop of color" as the saying goes, there is a pop from blinding lightness. It's great, amIright? The other deciding factor was simple since these were quickly taken in Central Park while on errands. Thanks to my husband for taking these!

  Fur hat: thrifted | Jacket: TJ Maxx | Leopard jacket: TJ Maxx | Blouse: Express |
Jeans: Zara | Boots: Nine West

Painted Face: Lichtenstein Inspired

Trenton Xavier and I wanted to do a Roy Lichtenstein shoot for months and were finally able to shoot this just weeks before my move to New York City. So thankful we got to do this!

Trenton has awesome vision and I was blown away when I saw his shots. He picked out the locations and we walked all over Dickson St and The Square to try each. The stares, whistles, waves, jaw drops and slowed down cars made it all the more fun. I truly began to feel like a cartoon character come to life.

Because this was inspired by Lichtenstein's work, I took creative liberties and mildly changed the makeup. I have teal eyebrows instead of black, and I like the modernity of white hair rather than yellow. And I played with modern textures in the clothing to give it a newer feel. My hat's off to Roy for his incredible oeuvre. 

Trend Favorites

Trends come and go, some worth the effort and some just don't fit my style or are plain dreadful. But then some come around and it's like HELLO you were made for me. Here are a few that I am obsessed with:

Tulip Louise cuff / rose gold cuff /  snake cuff / emerald cuff

My fascination with this unique ear piece came when I spotted Anna of Tulip Louise sporting this uber sweet cuff. Ever since I have been scouting places for one (at least) so I can join in the fun.

 

Burberry Spring '13 cape / Navy Cape Coat / Camel Cape Coat / H&M Cape

Haider Ackermann and Victor and Rolf [seen here] among others ushered capes as 'in' for fall but I blame my mother for my obsession. She always wanted to live in a time period where capes were a daily staple (think Elinor and Marianne Dashwood). She would sew them for me and my favorite was Samantha Parkington's winter cape coat she copied all on her own. Thanks mom!

Make Up Forever Aqua Cream / Zariin Earrings / Etsy Emerald dress / Pierre Hardy heels

 Modcloth Grecian dress / Emerald clutch

Isn't Pantone wonderful? I think they secretly pick my brain while I am sleeping and find out my favorite colors and say "VIOLA this is our new color!". Seriously. They pick all my favorites. 

And what red head doesn't love emerald? It's our best color friend! All that to say Pantone named Emerald Green as the 2013 Color of the Year. Zara already has a wonderful line of clothes in dark Emerald shades and I've been eying them so WHAT'S STOPPING ME NOW? 

Oxblood Beanie / Anna Dello Russo / Honestly WTF DIY beanie / Jil Sander White beanie

Since my 16 years of age I claimed I single-handedly would make hats a fashionable statement all over again. With my ever growing confidence in the matter and my hat collection filling our bedroom to the brim (Pun intended? Yeah maybe), I must be doing a swell job. 

Jil Sander's models strutted the Spring 2012 catwalk with a Stephen Jones designed veiled beanie and now they're popping up everywhere. I'll probably make one as it's easier on my wallet but aren't they sweetastic? I love the modern beanie with the timeless 40's feel added by the netting. Stephen Jones is a whiz.   

There you are, my favorite trends for the time being. What are your thoughts on them? Love or hate one? Impartial? I'd love to hear other's opinions!

Mollie

My Life Is Cooler In Instagram

Here are a few favorite moments from Instagram of late:

{L-R}
 1. My Danny Robert's recreation for my new series, Painted Face. Not going to lie, I am uber proud of
     it and the artist himself exclaimed "awesome!" on my Instagram. #Itotallysquealedwithjoy  
 2. On set of the short film A Piece of You. Makeup by me! Such fun :)
 3. Hung my mug rack so our home is now HOME. (I have a mug collection and each one has specific
      memories attached to it. I am VERY attached to them. One has traveled around the world with me.)
 4.  While assisting on set of an Exit Magazine shoot I had the honor of meeting Debra and Joyce, two
       fine ladies of Ari's Advanced Style posse. They are the epitome of style and originality. Love
       them both!
 5. My super talented photographer friend, Mallory, visited NYC soon after my move and we had an
      impromptu shoot in Central Park. Then she posted this picture on her new and amazing site. And
      now I think of myself as a celebrity of sorts. #ImtheRealDeal (check out her sweet talents here).
 6. My alter ego is a rock star (TOLD you I'm a celebrity-in my head counts).
 7. My portfolio site is complete and up on the web! Many thanks to my dashing and talented husband
     for creating it! View his talents here, and my stellar site here.
 8. It's too cold for open shoes unless you wear socks with them. Note: must make it funky or at
     least, spunky.
 9. I'm teaching myself a few tricks with my camera and the awesome Nagela of Silver Lining Studio
     snapped a candid while we dressed up Prospect Park with dainty dishes and tableware for a shoot.

There you have a peak into my life. The curated one at least. You can find me on Instagram by the same name, StyleOfYourOwn. The other days find me like the celebrity that I am trying to keep a normal life like everyone else.

For now,

Mollie

Gillette Castle Road Trip

{ Target jacket |  Grey Dog Vintage dress | TJ Maxx leather gloves (cut up by me) | TJ Maxx boots | lace head band (made by me) | thrifted Coach satchel | Piccadilly market ring } 

I took a much needed road trip with my new friends Samantha (view her sweet blog here), and Josh to Connecticut this week. After months of wedding planning, the actual wedding (it was splendid!), moving several states away, and getting accustomed to a new life, this was something I didn't realize how much I needed until it was over.

We stocked up on road trip goodies and drove through beautiful countryside to visit Gillette Castle and Lyman Orchards for apple picking and a run through their corn maze (disclaimer: we did NOT run, it was against the rules. Though I doubt that would have stopped us).

Of course Samantha and I made sure to look chic even in the face of muddy fields. I mean come on, a girl has to look good for pictures! And as stylists and creative professionals, you shouldn't expect anything less.

So cheers for new, stellar, and hilarious friends! God has blessed me immensely in just the one month I have lived in New York City.

Wrapped Up

{ Express blazer | (worn inside out) Tee | Ralph Lauren denim | thrifted Oxfords | scarf and purse strap as turban | Chanel lipstick }

I'm used to dressing up for my current job as a bridal stylist/consultant (there are so many titles these days) so on my day off I wanted to feel dressed down but not look it. This is my version what to look like on of a casual outing. I went to (gasp!) the mall and purchased my first ever Chanel makeup item. I've planned to don red lipstick for my wedding reception and I decided this was the perfecto time to indulge. Some women go all out for bridal shoes, but everyone will be more focused up toward my lips (did that sound as awkward as I think it did?) than my shoesies. Hence TREAT TO MOI.

And yes that is a square scarf and a purse strap on my head. I am obsessed with head wear and lately turbans/wraps are my favorite.

Until Next Time.

Je m'appelle Mollie et j'adore le colour rose. Something like that.

I have been obsessed with pink of late, which is the strangest peculiarity because I turned my nose up to  it most of my life. It's probably due to five brothers and now that I am older and allowed my own opinions (however girly), I am taking a stand for pink. I am a color lover so how is pink any different? I paired my obnoxiously swell lip color {exhilarating by Stila} with this casual tee and jeans just to spice up my day.  

{Gap tee | Express denim | TJ Maxx heels | gifted necklace | thrifted spectacles | random bracelets}