Shimmer Effect

I love to be covered in sparkles and shimmer for photo shoots! 

I think the best way to achieve that affect is with jewelry!! I'll be honest.. 

I don't wear tons of bracelets,necklaces and rings every single day.

Accessorizing can be a challenge! 

It takes time to pick the right pieces to style a look. 

I start with the hue and color of the dress or top I'm wearing,

and then color coordinate my accessories around that. 

This is an almost white light pink silk tunic top.

 The moment I saw it, I knew it'd be perfect to throw on over a bikini for the beach. 

I knew it needed a few sparkly pieces for it to stand out.

I chose silver rhinestone pieces and layered necklaces to match the jeweled bikini I'm wearing.

I gathered the jewelry pieces together the night before the actual shoot.

As much as I wish I could roll out of bed in the morning and just know what to style I can't! 

One of these days I need to show you my collection of accessories.

Its still growing and needs organizing!! 

I feel like one of the most important factors in putting looks together is organization!

Once my accessories are organized I'll give you a small tour of my humble little accessory collection.

I'm happy I can give you a few tips on how I style my looks.

As with anything worth while it takes time and patience.

Sheer Tunic top: Shabbybabe

Bikini: Beach Bunny Swimwear

Jewelry: Vintage

Belt: Shabbybabe

(Hair and makeup by me)

Sunset Prairie

There's nothing I love more than to see excellent craftsmanship return to clothing. 

Shabbybabe is releasing a line of vintage inspired designs. 

Each piece is limited edition. 

This off the shoulder peasant dress is one of my favorites from the new collection. 

Its a fitted off the shoulder peasant top that flares out to a wide skirting. 

The dress is made from cotton eyelet,and has a cute blue floral trim along the hemline. 

What I love the most about this dress is the princess seams! 

The princess seams give this dress a great fit and flare. 

When wearing this dress its important to wear some amazing jewelry to go with it. 

I'm in love with this choker from Vidakush! It matches just about anything.

 I topped the look off with a few of my favorite bracelets and rings. 

Shop shabbybabe.com to see even more of the limited edition collection!

Dress: Shabbybabe

Choker: Vidakush

Flannel: Shabbybabe

Rings & Bracelets- Personal collection

(Hair and makeup by me)

Rebel without a Cause

Happy March everyone! 

I've been enjoying the last of my light weight jackets during the warmer weather. 

Last week I went for a beautiful hike in one of my favorite parks. 

During hiking I got a little cold so I brought my leather patchwork jacket to wear. 

I had no idea this jacket was going to look so good! 

Its a very bold look. 

This jacket has 4 different colors of square patchwork,and studded grommet detail. 

Its great to wear on an overcast spring day. 

It truly added a lot of flare to my plain blue jeans and tee I was wearing underneath. 

I love that it kind of looks like a biker jacket but its not.

 This jacket is fully lined and zips up the front. 

 I layered my necklaces and added my faux fur studded boots to finish this look off.

Leather Patchwork jacket: Shabbybabe

Boots: DSW

Necklaces: Vidakush

(Hair and makeup by me)

Hopeless Romantic

Valentines Day is just 1 day away!

I think in the middle of February,

 we all need just a hint of romance to get out of the winter blues. 

This silk chiffon sunset floral dress is a statement of romance!

I love the butterfly sleeves and plunging neckline.

The dress is fitted around the waist and hips, and flares into layers of sheer silk floral heaven.

I had a lot of fun in this dress dancing around the beach on a windy day.

These photos truly captured the drape and design of it.

I hope everyone has a happy Valentines day this year.

Even if you don't have a valentine, treat yourself to some romance this weekend with

 flowers, chocolates, and a romantic floral dress.

Dress: Shabbybabe

Necklace: Vidakush

Boots: Jeffrey Campbell