Park[s] Date

While Lacye visited us, [our first family member to visit us since we were married!] she was super awesome to put up with me begging, "Will you please take pictures of me for my blog??" She's super talented and since I expect everything I do HAS to be AH-mazing, it was swell to have someone take "official" looking pictures. AKA fashion blogger worthy :P. You can see my post about Lacye's style here. She inspires me in so many ways! 

I did my sisterly NYC duties such as taking her thrifting at some favorite shops so that she could return to Arkansas and tell everyone who asks, "Where did I get this amazing blazer? During a trip to New York City visiting my bro and sis. No big deal. Oh yeah, I also picked up these rings and canvas shoes while there. Nothing MAJOR." There should be a sarcasm typeface. 

To the point, I bought both the jacket and the dress at a store in my neighborhood. Super score. Lacye said I looked like I was channeling Blair's style from Atlantic Pacific. And I nearly fell over upon hearing that statement. Who DOESN'T want to have a closet/style like Blair? I count myself a fan.

Jacket: Thrifted | Dress: Thrifted | Tee: H&M | Belt: Thrifted | Leggings: H&M | Boots: TJ Maxx | Gloves: ? Christmas present | Bag: TJ Maxx

Sister Style: Lady in a Bowler Hat

This is my amazing sister(-in-law) who came for a swell holiday visit. She has incredible style and loves to find unique pieces for her wardrobe, such as this oversized 80's jacket (found at an Upper West side thrift store). Nik and I took Lacye to Prospect Park on her last day where we shot this. And she loved the park like we hoped! I miss her tons and want her back very soon. I hope you're reading this, Lacye.  

 

This cool ring she found left marks that looked like bruises. She was starting to look like a roller derby girl :). Thanks for posing for me and allowing me to put your beautiful face on the blog!

Mollie

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

Thrift Steal: Betsey Johnson Plaid Jacket

Found this jazzy Betsey Johnson plaid jacket at Beacon's Closet yesterday and felt the grand need to show it off. The tailoring on this thing is what caught my eye at first. Annnd I have really wanted a tartan jacket in this pattern. I'm dancing with glee!! And the Nine West boots I'm sporting I just purchased for 50% off. This is my kind of week!

Also check out my mascara in the last shot; I'm playing with techniques using my Maybelline blue mascara.

                           

I pulled a Twiggy/60s era design with this. Rather than run my mascara wand over all the bottom lashes,
I held it vertically and used the end to rub onto four distinct sets of hair.

They did this on Twiggy except with liner and it was used on the skin under her lashes. 

I like to do this when going for a less dramatic look. 

Is this a technique you would try?

Later gater,

Mollie