My Five Friday Favorites

Bloggers work so hard to present their best outfits, best pictures and best content so I thought it'd be fun to show you the "outtakes" of some of my blog photo shoots. Some are funny, some are personal and some are me. Hope you like it!

This hair flip was non intentional

After this snap was taken these geese began to chase me

I don't have a "pretty" laugh, but its' a real one

pretty sure I tripped after this...

I believe I hit the photographer

Simply Me.

An Interview With An Artist...

Bethany Cobb-Artist

I have known Bethany for a couple months now and found her to be very interesting. As soon as we spoke there was an unspoken bond over art and other shared interests, okay let's be honest here our mutual affection for our feline friends. The more I learned about her, the more interested I became. Bethany later told me about a piece she created and I knew I had to interview her for the blog. She was gracious enough to answer my questions about her amazing "We regret to inform you" piece and more interesting tidbits. Here is the interview below:

How did you get started as an artist?
"I always doodled as a child and went to summer art camps. I minored in Art in College and taught elementary art. I began to refocus and practiced on my own and attended Grad School in Dundee, Scotland and received my MFA."

Who was an inspiration to you?
"I am a big fan of Cy Twombly mainly because he paints in a way I can't. It looks simple, but in such an inspiring way."

As far as fashion goes, How do you feel it relates to art?
"I think fashion is wearable art. Couture is a work of art, meant to be viewed as such."

Your piece "We Regret to Inform You" is more than just a dress. What does it mean to you?
"A combination of a few ideas, about rejection and what we do with it. About turning something negative into something positive. And about women in the workplace and how it's changed since the 50's, since it is inspired by a 1950's dress."

How would you like the public to perceive you piece?
"I want them to bring their own thoughts about rejection and funny, embarrassing feelings they might have about their own experiences. Sort of like, "Wow, I'm glad this happens to other people." 

How does it feel to turn something negative into something so successful?
"I enjoy the irony of it. It's nice to have a compilation of the letters and twist it into to a positive piece of art."

What are you working on now?
"Paying for my Paris trip...and a few unfinished paintings. One I want to start is foods that are traditional in certain areas such as twinkies, moonpies and tunnock's tea cakes. I am fascinated by the packaging and I am thinking of creating a large portrait of these regional snacks. I am also working on children's book illustrations."

Please check out some of Bethany's Work here below. You will be blown away.

"We Regret to Inform You"-Bethany Cobb

Gato de Los Muertos- Bethany Cobb

Holiday Weekend with Family

I hope your Memorial Weekend was relaxing and celebratory. I would like to take a second to recognize all the fallen soldiers who have served our country so selflessly. I give you my eternal gratitude. This weekend was not only a Holiday weekend, but also a birthday weekend for my sister, Sallie. Happy Birthday Sis! I don't know about your family, but ours loves to celebrate with cocktails! Also here's my outfit. Modest and Simple. Perfect for a dinner with the family. 

Top: Ann Taylor, Jeans: J.Crew, Handbag: (Similar) Fossil, Necklace: Ann Taylor

Bubbly

Cosmos and Poses

Thank you to all the fallen soldiers

Manic Monday

Life as a fashion graduate. Photoshoots, Projects, Exams, Oh my! Mondays are always Manic. My outfits are usually comfortable and relaxed. I usually have class then work so I dress for both. Occasionally, if I have the ability to have a social life then I need to dress for that as well. As women, our outfits have to be comfortable enough to run around, appropriate for work and stylish enough to be expressive of your personality. Here's my Manic Monday outfit:


Top:Loft, Jeans: (Similar) Madwell, Watch: Michael Kors, Wedges: (Similar) Aldo, Handbag: (Similar) Kate Spade

 

 Even during my busiest weeks, I always remember to smile. As cliche' as it sounds, it really is your best accessory.

Bows and Polka Dots

Top: Ann Taylor, Pant: Ann Taylor, Shoes: (Similar) Aldo

Switch out your heels for some classic tennis shoes and ride in style

A game of Checkers to ease the mind 

Have a Fabulous Week!

From Work to Date Night

Top: Express, Skirt: (Similar) Modcloth, Shoes: Antonio Melani

 

To transition to date night, top look with cool blazer and casual accessories like my necklace

Necklace: (Similar) Lulus, Jacket: (Similar) Modcloth

Afternoon Stroll...

This week has been rough. As many women do, I am juggling many things at the moment and of course like Murphy's law dictate things go wrong all at once. However, all you can do is solider on and just breathe. I took an afternoon stroll and got a few laughs and some fresh air. When you're having a week like mine, take some time to enjoy your surroundings, then tackle your problems one by one. 

Top (Similar): Loft , Blazer (Similar): Banana Republic, Jeans (Similar): J. Crew, Shoes (Similar): Aldo

It's Wednesday, we made it this far

The Cat Dress

Sometimes work, school or whatever you have going on can get a little overwhelming and exhausting so mixing it up by wearing something that makes you happy can totally change your mentality. It's no secret, I am a crazy cat lady, I am not ashamed and when I wear this dress it just puts a smile on my face.

Blazer (Similar) Target, Dress (Similar): Modcloth, Shoes: Ann Taylor, Jewelry (Similar): Nasty Gal

Take time to dress for yourself. Dress to make yourself happy.