My Style: Minty Fresh

I was very excited when Coach reached out to me, asking me to create an outfit with this beautiful purse and incorporate it into my personal style.  First, I added this pretty mint green, off-the-shoulder dress with crocheted lace trim.  Next, I added the amazing beaded sandals and wanted to draw in another color with the incredible dupioni silk knot headband.  Notice how the colors are iridescent, changing from light orange to deep orange as the light changes.  Lastly, I added more bohemian accents with the moon and crystal pendant necklace, two lovely rings, and stacked bracelets that bring everything together.  Hope you're having a great week.  Xoxo, Shelly 

Purse courtesy of Coach

Dress courtesy of Others Follow

Sandals courtesy of Not Rated

Headband courtesy of Kristin Perry

Bracelet courtesy of Puravida Bracelets

Necklace courtesy of Charlotte Russe

Silver Ring courtesy of Earthbound

Stone Ring courtesy of Earthbound

Hair Extensions courtesy of Crisace

"U.S. of O." Event Sponsored by NYDJ

Beautiful strappy heels, cuffed skinny jeans, and a silky blouse make a chic combo.  Add statement jewelry, a fringe purse, and a black hat and you've made the perfect outfit.  I was lucky enough to enjoy a day at the Scottsdale Fashion Square mall at the U.S. of O Event which was a fashion show for NYDJ clothing held at Nordstrom in Scottsdale, Arizona.  NYDJ is known for engineering a slim silhouette in dress, top, and jean designs.  O Magazine paired with the brand on tour to encourage women of all shapes and sizes that they are beautiful.   Adam Glassman, Creative Director for O Magazine, hosted the show and kept the energy high. I enjoyed meeting him, talking about New York, fashion, and the magazine industry.  Getting to select an outfit for the event, I was invited to the champagne reception and fashion show.  It was an enjoyable afternoon and a nice break from my studies.  BTW, my last two final exams at Yavapai College were yesterday.  Yay!  I now have my Associates of Applied Science in Graphic Design and am searching for where to live next year while attending ASU.  Summer vacation has officially started for me, and I'm going out tonight to celebrate Cinco de Mayo :)  Xoxo, Shelly

Top and jeans courtesy of NYDJ
Shoes courtesy of Not Rated
Bag courtesy of T-Shirt & Jeans
Hat and necklaces from Forever 21

    

My Style: Sticks & Stones

Less than ten days until Spring Break, but who's counting the days? (ME.) As you know, I'm loving the bohemian vibes this spring.  A sequined dress paired with over-the-knee boots makes a stunning combination.  I styled the combo with a long, black shrug, a wide-brimmed fedora hat, a copper purse, a delicate silver moon pendant necklace, and a skull ring to add an edge.

Right now, I'm working on my art portfolio, getting ready to complete my Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design.  As an artist, I find it kind of funny how many of my designs are feminine with bright colors, while my favorite color for fashion is black (you know, boho grunge with an edge.)  Personal expression comes in so many forms and can be so different depending on what you are doing.  I adore creative freedom and the ability to be eclectic and flexible, ever changing.  If you are interested, you can check out my portfolio in progress here:  behance.net/sweetbellv7fab 

Xoxo, Shelly

Dress & purse courtesy of AMI Clubwear

Boots courtesy of Not Rated Footwear

Necklace & skull ring courtesy of Mojak

Hat & bracelets courtesy of Charlotte Russe

Shrug courtesy of Garage Clothing

Extensions courtesy of Crisace