Spotlight // Claudia of Germany Style Profile

This is the lovely Claudia of Flickr and I'm always inspired by her effortless personal style!  Enjoy reading her interview.

How do you describe your personal style?
Experimental, i would say.  I especially like flea market finds, because of the recycling aspect and because i like to challenge my flexibility, not relevant for me is if the clothes are bohemian, ethno, military, or whatever inspired.

(I also would love to wear haute couture everyday, but the e$$ential is missing for the flexibility in this case ;-)

Where do you find/pull inspiration from?
I like the inspiration exchange on flickr groups, but i also get inspired by people on the streets and on travels.

Name one fashion accessory you can't live without?
Boots (do they count as accessory?) if not, i like necklaces as well!

I never break this fashion rule.......
I'm not a good "rule" person in general. I break them all, though, I try to avoid that underwear (like bra strips) are visible somewhere, but often i break even that easy rule...

Your next must have purchase?
Actually i'm looking for a nice fabric on ebay because i want to sew a dress.

Most underrated item in women's wear?
For sure (and you will comfirm) a cute beret or a hat can make a great difference, it can change a whole look. In my case the berets have a second relevant utility, to hide the mess underneath.

For all the fashionistas, provide one piece of invaluable fashion advice.
Confidence! Nothing is more fashionable than confidence!

The Classic Khaki Trench Coat

                  

There is nothing like a tailored trench coat to make a girl feel all glammed up! I'm wearing:

Vintage Trench Coat

Vintage Cashmere sweater - Yesterday's News Pgh

Skirt - thrifty score

Cole Haan boots - Xmas gift a while back

Vintage perfume pendant necklace - Ebay score

Belt - GAP

Hat - GAP

Bracelet - Gift

Vintage Bulova watch - thrifty score

Spotlight // GirlWithCurves Style Profile

                  

This is the lovely Tanesha of GirlWithCurves

How do you describe your personal style?
My personal style goes through phases! Right now though, I'd describe it as girly-classic with a touch of bohemian, and gypsy accessorizing tendencies.

Where do you find/pull inspiration from?
I find inspiration everywhere- from magazines to music- but I mostly pull inspiration from the curvaceous screen sirens of the forties and fifties (think Marilyn Monroe in today's trends- I love all the curve-excentuating clothing!), as well as images of exotic places, old Bollywood films and fashion spreads.

Name one fashion accessory you can't live without?
One fashion accessory I can't live without are earrings! Earrings can change an outfit in the most dramatic way, as well as perk-up your mood. (They can easily take your look from drab to fab, and transform it into a completely different style).

I never break this fashion rule....
I never break the rule of fit. It's extremely important to wear great fitting clothes, no matter what your size and shape. Wearing the right fit and can make you appear 10 pounds lighter than form-fitting in the wrong places. For me personally, I prefer almost everything nipped-in at the waist.

Your next must have purchase?
My next must-have purchase is this amazing pair of Jessica Simpson, strappy espadrille wedges in cream/nude (imagine the outfit possibilities!) Nude heels are timeless, but roped, espadrille wedges make a statement.

Most underrated item in women's wear?
I think the most under-rated item in women's wear is the tailored blazer. Funny I'm referencing a menswear inspired staple, right?! But it's so true- most of us forget the power of tailoring, and if you have a great fitting blazer that accentuates your waist, it can not only be paired with almost anything, but it will also last you a lifetime without ever going out of style.

For all the fashionistas, provide one piece of invaluable fashion advice.
One piece of fashion advice I always give is don't fall for trends unless they speak to your personal style. I do believe in incorporating trends, but not always completely adopting them. If you stay true to your personal style, what looks good on you and what you feel good in, your look will speak volumes more than the current trend you're wearing.

My 1st day of spring ensemble

So it's officially spring!  Yesterday was such a lovely day in Pgh and I enjoyed some alone time running errands & vintage shopping!  This is what I wore:

Vintage cotton blouse - Crimes of Fashion Pgh

Vintage cashmere cardi - Avalon Exchange Pgh

Lagelle flower pin

Old BR straight leg jeans

Belt - thrifty score

Vintage cuff bracelet - estate sale

Sam Edelman wedge sandals - Singer22.com

Indie designer ring - Avalon Exchange Pgh

**I luv Avalon Exchange, a 2nd hand boutique, which is local to Pittsburgh. You can find so many great vintage goodies and designer clothing for affordable prices.  Do check them out when you get a chance, whether you're visiting or local to the area.

Spring is almost here

I felt like it was the 1st day of spring yesterday!  Here I am again wearing wide leg pants, I just love em I tell ya.  Anyway Spring officially greets us this sunday and I hope you usher it in in your own special way.  I'm wearing:
Vintage cami Christian Dior - Estale sale score
Vintage bed jacket - Estate sale score
wide leg pants - Anthro
Lagelle's 1st original scarf (this was my inspirational piece)
vintage wedge sandals - Ebay
vintage bracelets - thrifty score
vintage necklaces - gift, estate sale

My sunday attire

I was inspired by the thoughts of spring when putting together this ensemble sunday morning!  I think the pop of red is so chic and I do believe red is a classic color that can enhance just about any plain look.  I'm wearing:

Vintage cardi sweater, which I adore - Antique mall rt 65 Pgh

Lagelle red rose over size flower pin

vintage belt - thrifty score

Lagelle knit Trinity Cloche

Classic high waist pants - NYC eons ago

Vintage cuff bracelet - estate sale find

Vintage bootie heels - thrifty score

**Btw all my luv & prayers to the people of Japan! <3 <3

My wide leg pants fascination

I must state for the record I absolutely adore wide leg pants!  I think they're so chic.  I'm wearing:

Vintage knit sweater top - Estate sale

Blazer - Nordstrom

Lagelle knit Cloche

Vintage pendant necklace - Estate sale

Wide leg denim - Gabs Pgh

Bangles - thrifty score

Tres Chic Cameo

Sorry if I look a little mean I'm really not, perhaps I was taking myself too seriously lol!  Just a thought that I do believe spring is around the corner, it's just that winter doesn't want to go ;-)  I'm wearing:

J Crew cardi

Old BR blouse

Lagelle Black Cloche

Old Tahari pants

Vintage bootie heels - thrifty score
Vintage Cameo brooch - Estate sale

Lagelle's knit lace collar **(Custom orders welcome via inquiry)

Vintage belt - Avalon Exchange Pgh

Vintage cuff bracelet - Estate sale

Kansairetro Style profile

This is the lovely Ena of Kansairetro blog.

I'm Ena, and I work from home as a freelance translator.

1. How do you describe your personal style?
Simple 60s inspired style, with a bit of a modern twist. I like the quirky color combinations of that era.

2. Where do you find/pull inspiration from?
Fashion blogs, Flickr Wardrobe Remix, Chictopia, 60s movies, etc. I used to read tons of Japanese fashion magazines but now I subscribe only to Fudge.

3. Name one fashion accessory you can't live without?
Colored tights. I like how they make an outfit look so different.

4. I never break this fashion rule........
Never wear black unnecessarily. I find the color black tricky and wear it only when it's combined with bright colors, including white.

5. Your next must have purchase?
Platform shoes in a light shade of grey or beige. I still haven't found the perfect ones within my budget so my search will continue.

6. Most underrated item in women's wear?
Hats. It's just my personal preference but I like it when people wear hats.

7. For all the fashionistas, provide one piece of invaluable fashion advice.
I don't know if I'm competent to give an advice to fashinistas, but I think people should wear what they want. I don't like the idea of considering too much about their age, bodytype, or trends.