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

My Style: Garage Festival

Today's Look:  is all about LOVING Garage, a Montréal-based company owned by Groupe Dynamite, Inc., which designs, creates, markets, and distributes beautiful clothes and accessories.  I have followed Garage's website and blog because their style is trendy, fresh, young, and fun.  I saw that they were offering a contest to win a trip to Montréal, Québec, to be Garage's official, onsite blogger correspondent during the Osheaga Music & Arts Festival 2014.  I am excited to announce that I am one of twelve finalists and am featured on their blog at http://blog.garageclothing.com/2014/06/garage-festival-contest-semifinalist-shelly-stuckman/.  I'd appreciate my lovely readers checking out their blog post and leaving a comment.  Winners will be announced on July 14th, so send positive karma my way!  Now for the outfit, I'm wearing a darling striped cropped halter tank, retro-inspired high-waisted roller shorts, a beautiful festival tunic shrug, a delicate double tier pendant necklace, and funky clear sunnies for a great festival look.  Additionally, I added a Garage cell phone case, Steve Madden booties, numerous jewelry pieces, and a woven backpack.  Hope your summer is going great and let me know about any music festivals you have enjoyed!  Xoxo, Shelly 

Outfit Details:  Top, Shorts, Shrug, Necklace, Sunglasses, & Phone Case courtesy of Garage ❤ | Eye Shadow, Lipstick, & Mascara courtesy of N°7 ❤ | Nail Polish "Dating a Royal" by O.P.I. courtesy of Sunset 45 ❤ | Shoes by Steve Madden from 6pm.com | Backpack from a vendor along Venice Beach | Black Leather Bracelets from Hello Venice | Beaded Bracelets & Black Midi Rings from Forever 21 | Earrings & Silver Midi Rings from Earthbound Trading Company | White Stone Ring from NastyGal.com | Black Stone Bracelet from Maurices

Fashion Tip:  High-waisted "roller" shorts are the new cut-offs.  Having no front pockets, they have a slim, flattering fit.  Being retro, stylish, and sexy all at the same time, I say they are a summer closet must!