All good things are wild & free

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First fashion post of the new year! I have been feeling inspired lately to explore and travel more often. This is my wild & free gypsy outfit. Perfect for a day of adventure. This skirt is my all time favorite, and what makes it even more amazing is it's made of velvet!
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Scarf & Top - Urban Outfitters
Hat - Forever 21
Skirt - Free People
Shoes - Steve Madden
Necklace - Thrifted skeleton key

Home is wherever I'm with you

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As a graphic designer I'm always keeping an eye out for great design. Recently at a Fashion Tradeshow in LA I stumbled upon this awesome small company called Love Nail Tree. In the pictures below I am wearing one of their sweaters and necklace. They make awesome graphic tees and jewelry. They also have a great message to spread. Below is their mission statement found on their website. Thought they were worth sharing!

www.lovenailtree.com

"LOVE NAIL TREE IS A COMPANY DEDICATED TO PROVOKING CONVERSATION ABOUT TOPICS NEGLECTED AND OFTEN IGNORED BY OUR WORLD. WE BELIEVE THAT STORYTELLING IS THE NECESSARY DRIVE FOR THE KIND OF DIALOGUE NEEDED AMONG PEOPLE FOR CHANGE; WE EXIST TO REVEAL THE POWER THAT STORIES POSSESS TO DRAMATICALLY ALTER THE COLD, HARD HEART. WE EXPLOIT APPAREL, JEWELRY, FILM, AND PRINT TO EMBODY THE STORIES WE CREATE AND TELL, AND IT IS OUR ADDED PASSION TO HAVE A SIGNIFICANT VOICE AGAINST THE DECEPTION, OVER-CONSUMPTION, AND FICKLENESS FOUND IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY. IT IS OUR DESIRE TO SEE THE STORIES WE TELL MOVE PEOPLE TO ACTION AND INSPIRE A DEEP CHANGE WITHIN THEM."

 Here are a few of the items on their website:

Hello Deer

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There is nothing better than a cozy sweater in chilly weather. I have been lusting after a similar deer sweater made by Wildfox. But there was no way I could justify paying $250 for a sweater. Once I saw this one for a fraction of the cost($25) at forever 21 I had to get it! It's too perfect for this time of year. Here is a fun winter ensemble for this brisk Christmas! Happy holidays everyone!

Photos taken by my friend Corinne Alexandra: http://stuckwithpins.blogspot.com/

soft hues & florals

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A simple look with a body suit and floor length lace skirt.  I know this outfit is certainly not seasonally appropriate, but I love this spring look.

Floral Crown: DIY

Body Suit: Pink Zone, $7

Skirt: O'Neil, on sale for $10

Shoes: Nine West, Buffalo exchange for $18

(I'm obsessed with finding good deals.)

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