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DIY Fashionista
By
Stacie G.
Outfit details:- Pants - Forever21 & DIY (see below)
- Shoes - Urban Outfitters
- Shirt - Kohl's
- Jacket - Wilson's Leather Outlet shop
- Purse - Thrift shop
- Scarf - Etsy
DIY Two Tone Pants
Recreate the look with Stacie's Two Tone Pants tutorial:
How would you describe your style?
Bohemian, pops of black and white, textured, handmade, cowboy boots
What's your favourite piece in your wardrobe?
I could never give up my dad's old boyscout shirt. It goes with everything!
Who are your style icons?
Iris Apfel, Bri Emery from DesignLoveFest, and so many style bloggers. The Internet is a wonderful place.
Do you have any favourite designers?
Miu Miu, Orla Kiely, Kate Spade New York
Where are your favourite places to shop for new clothes clothes?
Secondhand shops, Anthropologie, antique stores
Do you make or customise your outfits?
Oh yes! My mom is a seamstress so she (tried) to teach me many of her skills. She is a very detail-oriented person and I am not, so some sewing skills stuck better than others. I love to alter clothes as opposed to making them from scratch. I love adding over-the-top embellishments or funky alterations.
Do you have any great tips for mixing up and personalising an outfit?
I love accessories way too much. I've learned that when you get ready in the morning and you're ready to walk out the door, take one accessory off. You probably don't need to wear a head scarf and a neck scarf at the same time. ;)
Outfit details:- Collar - Retooled from a thrifted vintage blouse (see below)
- Dress - ASOS Maternity
- Hat & Socks - Urban Outfitter
- Bag & Shoes - Thrifted Vintage
DIY Collar from a Blouse
Recreate the look with Marisa's Retooling A Collar Off An Old Blouse tutorial:
How would you describe your style?
If I have to sum it up, I would say my style is a concoction of vintage and playful and definitely very feminine. I love wearing color - lots of it and am a sucker for whimsy little accessories and headwear. In fact, I never leave the house with some kind of accessory on my head whether it be a vintage scarf, a floral crown, bow, or hat. I mostly wear dresses and am most smitten by ones from the 1960s.
What's your favourite piece in your wardrobe?
I have this little vintage buttercup yellow babydoll dress that I picked up at a local antique mall - it has the sweetest peter pan collar and lavender embroidered birds on the two front pockets. I'm pretty sure I'll hold onto it forever. Other than that - these vintage oxblood colored booties and a tan retro starburst sweater are each pieces from my grandmothers that I will always cherish the most.
Who are your style icons?
My oma (grandmother) is my style icon. She was elegant and graceful (think Ava Gardner) and had her own unique style. She loved colorful, bold prints and leopard and was always adorned in some of the prettiest jewelry I've ever seen. As she made the majority of her own clothing, her closet was full of unique creations that could make you swoon for days.
Do you have any favourite designers?
I really don't. Designer brands are certainly not in my budget so I don't pay too much attention to them. However I will admit that I can be caught swooning over Lauren Moffatt and Orla Kiely dresses every once in a while.
Where are your favourite places to shop for new clothes clothes?
The antique mall and thrift store are my go-to places to shop, especially when it comes to vintage, but every now and again I'll treat myself by snagging up a pretty dress from Modcloth, Asos, or Anthropologie.
Do you make or customise your outfits?
I only wish I had more advanced sewing skills! Customizing my outfits usually means taking up a hem and turning a dowdy grandma maxi dress into a cute little mini shift or babydoll dress.
Do you have any great tips for mixing up and personalising an outfit?
Don't shy away from color. In fact, mix together different colors that you normally think would not go together. I always create some of my favorite outfits my doing this. Of course I'm always one for adding a vintage brooch and hat or hair accessory just to top everything off and really make my style my own.
By
lisa b.
Outfit details:- Dress - vintage
- Tights - F21
- Shoes - Ruche
- Necklace - DIY
- Belt - thrifted
DIY Collar Necklace
Recreate the look with Lisa's Collar Necklace tutorial:
How would you describe your style?
My style always seems to be changing, but it remains colorful and vintage inspired. I like to have fun with my clothes and I think that's always been my favorite way of expressing myself.
What's your favourite piece in your wardrobe?
A few of my vintage dresses are pretty priceless to me, but my most worn pieces right now are my moss-green cardigan and Minnetonka Moccasins. They go with everything from vintage dresses to skinny jeans.
Who are your style icons?
The past few years I have mostly been inspired by style bloggers because of their creative yet approachable looks.
Do you have any favourite designers?
I'm pretty out of the designer loop, but I do love the vintage inspired looks of Orla Kiely and Rachel Antonoff. I also love the beautiful prints of vintage Vera Neumann scarves.
Where are your favourite places to shop for new clothes clothes?
I really try to avoid buying new clothes, but every few months I pick up a few new pieces at Forever 21 or H&M. I also like to splurge on the occasional ModCloth dress :)
I love to customize my outfits and make accessories. It is always rewarding to turn a frumpy, thrifted find into something that fits :) I don't make many clothes from scratch, but that's something I would like to change!
Do you have any great tips for mixing up and personalising an outfit?
My favorite way to personalize my outfits is to mix vintage and new. If I'm wearing something new and trendy, I like to mix it up with some vintage so it looks more unique. Also, I love to wear contrasting colors and patterns together.
By
Katy A.
Outfit details:
- Dress - Zara
- Necklace - DIY (see below)
- Bag - Chanel
- Sunglasses - Chanel
- Shoes - Guiseppe Zanotti
DIY Chanel Inspired Chain Ribbon Necklace
Recreate the look with Katy's Chanel Inspired Chain Ribbon Necklace Tutorial:
How would you describe your style?
Easy and elegant, but still on trend. I love mixing high and low pieces, and bold, bright colors!
What's your favourite piece in your wardrobe?
My Chanel quilted bag -- it was a birthday and anniversary present a year and a half ago!
Who are your style icons?
Rachel Bilson, Blake Lively, and Kate Middleton
Do you have any favourite designers?
Too many to name!
Where are your favourite places to shop for new clothes clothes?
The Galleria in Houston has so many amazing stores, and Houston's consignment stores are amazing! I've found really high-end designer pieces for a tiny fraction of what they cost initially!
Do you make or customise your outfits?
I have a sewing machine that I break out for the occasional DIY project, and I love making small pieces like jewelry and accessories!
Do you have any great tips for mixing up and personalising an outfit?
Think about your closet and what pieces you gravitate to, and develop them into your signature style! You don't have to wear every trend, but pick one or two that speak to you and interpret them your own way!