Angel Wings

What is it about the symbol of angel wings that makes us feel so free?

 I think its because Angels symbolize

 a strong and powerful free energy that can conquer the toughest of times. 

I'm a huge believer in angels! I think they follow us everywhere we go.

This metallic cropped jacket inspired me to write about it.

 At first I had no idea this vintage 80s jacket had angel wings on it till I put it on!

 The back of this acid wash denim jacket has a silver metallic angel wing design. 

Its beautiful! The jacket is tight and fitted around the waist and looser on top. 

Its lightweight enough that it could be worn on a 70 degree day as a cover up too.

 I love the biker angel wing design features this has!

 The denim cut off shorts went so well with this 80s jacket.

 Then of course I had to pair it with my over the knee leather boots. 

All and all This jacket would be great to wear pretty much anywhere! 

Its casual enough to wear with jeans and dressy enough to put with a leather skirt. 

I love to write about how to wear the fall transitional pieces because I think a lot of us get confused when it comes to layering and wearing separates. 

Its definitely a challenge to figure these things out sometimes.

Hopefully these look books help with inspiring new looks for you in the future!

Angel Wing Jacket: Shabbybabe

Denim shorts: H&M

Choker: Vidakush

Boots: Jeffrey Campbell

Black Bracelet: Forever 21

Teenage Grunge Babe

I can't believe its already September 1st!

 I'm still in shock how fast the summer flew by.. 

For a lot of us it means time for back to school shopping!

 For the next few months its all about transitional pieces for Summer into the fall. 

During the fall I love to wear vintage tees, Cut up denim shorts/jeans, and of course boots!

I was going through my closet and I found my favorite pair of Denim cut offs from H&M and this awesome vintage Mickey Mouse Tee from Shabbybabe! 

Its a faded cotton candy pink with a Mickey Mouse and Mini Mouse Dynamic Duo logo.

I love these vintage tees! 

They have such character and personality to them. 

Vintage tees are one of my favorite vintage clothing items to collect. 

To accent the pink vintage tee and the faded denim shorts,

 I grabbed this hot pink and black studded belt from Hot Topic to belt with the shorts! 

I loved the end result!  

 All this look needed was a few interesting accessories.

These black leather Jeffrey Campbell lace up boots are one of the most versatile pairs of shoes I own! 

These boots pull off so many different looks.  

With these boots you can pull off a boho chic look, grunge, rocker, or even a gypsy look. 

My favorite feature about them is that they go over the knee and have a fitted look! 

This black pleather handcuff bag is actually from a trip I took to Japan!

 I bought it at Shibuya 109 which is an amazing department store!!

For the longest time I was trying to find an outfit to put with this tote bag,

 and I think it goes pretty well with this vintage tee and the denim cut offs. 

My opinion is this fall have fun with separates and try doing some mix and match with 

a few vintage pieces paired with denim. 

Happy September 1st everyone!

 Mickey Mouse Tee shirt: Shabbybabe

 Leather Boots: Jeffrey Campbell

Choker: Vidakush

Studded belt: Hot Topic

Handcuff Bag: Shibuya 109

Polkadot headband: Forever 21

Denim shorts: H&M

Black Bracelet: Forever 21

"Bad" Knuckle Ring: Go Jane

(Hair and makeup by me)

Embroidered Oaxacan Vibes

Embroidered loose cotton dresses are the best way to spend these last few weeks of summer.. 

I think Embroidered Mexican Oaxacan Dresses
 are some of the most comfortable dresses to wear!
They simply slip over the head and are usually made of cotton.
Oaxacan dresses are very timeless pieces to wear 

Whats so great about these dresses is that each one is a work of art! 

They've all been hand embroidered in Mexico, and the colors are so rich!! 

They really have no specific period in history as to when they were popular. 

I think these dresses would be ideal to wear to a Festival, or Party.

Their awesome for the clothing collector as well.

 I love to add a few pieces of

 turquoise and silver to give it that Southwestern Boho feel.
I can't imagine how many hours of work that goes into creating each dress.
 As a matter of fact, Embroidered Oaxacan dresses have inspired me to learn how to embroider!
I'd love to keep seeing more of these handcrafted bohemian dresses in the industry!
Its great to know that some of that hand craftsmanship still exists in fashion today.

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Dress: Shabbybabe

Boots: Jeffrey Campbell

Leather Bag: Shabbybabe

Bracelets and Rings: Personal Collection

Rebel Heart

Leather is one of my favorite materials to wear for fall.
Whenever I'm wearing leather I'm always feeling rebellious!

I love how leather can be put together with so many outfits

 and it comes out looking classic each and every time! 

In my vintage clothing collection,

 I own a few vintage leather biker jackets.
Each one has its own unique style features.
Some have long fringe,
others have chunky zipper closures, and some are cropped! 

I think the leather biker jacket should be a wardrobe essential in everyones closet!

 Leather Moto jackets can be worn with jeans,dresses,
and yes even over bikinis! 

This gorgeous vintage biker jacket from shabbybabe really caught my eye! 

Its covered in long leather fringe,
and has a striking chunky front zipper closure! 

This is such a heavy leather biker jacket! 

In the winter months its guaranteed to keep you warm in the colder weather. 

I loved putting this with my metallic bikini from Victoria's Secret. 

I never thought metallic textures and leather would go so well together!

 I'm very happy how the results of this beach and leather styling experiment came out. 

I'm looking forward to putting many more leather looks together in the fall.

Leather Jacket: Shabbybabe

Bikini: Victorias Secret

Belt: Shabbybabe

Jewelry: Personal Collection

(Hair and makeup by me)