Couple Style

Two parts make a whole lot of style. 

I wanted to share some photos from a wedding my fiance and I attended recently. We had a blast at the event, which took place at our alma mater.

As you can see, I'm ready for spring.

Dress: H&M (only $20!), Shoes: BCBG Girls, Earrings and Jacket: Thrifted

Welcome to Chicago

This past weekend was Mic One's show at The Abbey here in Chicago.  I had the honor of styling the talented artist for a packed house of adoring fans. 

I commissioned this custom cuff from Axl & B. Don't mind the mature hand gesture.

There were some very stylish gents at the show.

Here are some photos of what I wore, as photographed by my good friend Hilda Burke. Hilda is also responsible for Mic's cover shot in the opening of this post (which I styled, by the way).

On with the show!

Congrats to Mic One on his show and thanks for letting me be a part of it!

Check out Mic's new music, available for a free download at MicOneChicago.com !

Kat Ladiez

Cats are in. You heard it here first.

Kat Ladiez!

Starring:

Claire Cole as the glam hipster intellectual cat lady out to prove once and for all that cats are better than dogs

and her cat Brando, the floppity rag doll

Yours Truly as the past-her-prime party girl; youth obsessed and hoping to make her beloved cat into her best friend

and my cat Dutchie, the girly tabby 

Plaid shirt and shoes: Claire's own, Jacket and pants: thrifted, Belt: vintage Tiffanys via Ozzy Osborne 

Dress, belt, and shoes: thrifted, Gloves: Anna Molinari via The Outnet

Cat ladies stick together.

Dedicated to my lovely roommate(s)

Production, styling, hair & makeup (on me) by Fauxshionable.

Photography by Andrew Gruber and Fauxshionable.

Location: Chez Kat Lady

Yipes Stripes

Inspired by Prada Spring 2011 RTW - at a nicer price.

Top: Thrifted Liz Claiborne - $3.00

Skirt: Forever 21 - $6.50

 

Like any girl, I would absolutely love to wear Prada all day.  However, this is the real world of a 20-something with grown up expenses. For now I will settle on taking the look of my designer dream and making it my budget-friendly own.

Styling, Production, Hair & Makeup by Fauxshionble

Photography by Andrew Gruber

Location: Montrose Harbor, Chicago, IL

Fly By: History of Nails!

As you know, Fly Vintage and I LOVE nails! Filing, buffing, shaping, picking paint - we enjoy every moment.  Here is Fly's 2nd post for Fauxshionable all about nails through the decades and today.

History of Nails!

by Fly Vintage

Ladies (and gents)…

Heighten your glamorous style with the often overlooked but never to be under appreciated extra: NAILS!

Nails have always been an integral part of fashion. Their importance has wavered but nail fashion has never completely disappeared. Here is a look at nail fashion in the past 60 years.

The 1950's Nail:

Medium length and tapered on the ends. Oval shape was THE shape. Shades of red and pink were the only acceptable options. Matching your nail color to your lipstick was tres chic.

The 1960's Nail:

Longer lengths and oval shaped ends that almost come to a point. The first sightings of the square end tips started popping up. Pastel colors were very sought after.


The 1970's Nail:

The 70’s nail, like the clothing of the era, had more sparkle. Toward the end of the decade, the square shape began emerging as a more common trend. The natural buffed nail was popular but lengths were always kept long. Clear varnish top coat on top of the color choice became a staple in any manicure.

The 1980's Nail:

The 80’s really started the squaring of the nail. Neon nail polishes, glitter and acrylic nails all become the new standard.

The 1990's Nail:

French tip and square. Rhinestones, airbrush art and an assortment of colors all reigned supreme.

The 2000's Nail:

Short and dark. Jewel tones. Black nail polish became quite chic and no longer taboo. The first wait list for nail polish was created for Chanel’s Vamp.

The Now Nails:

Ovals ARE BACK!!! Longer lengths and more outrageous techniques are prevalent. Nail stickers are everywhere. The varieties are endless! On top of all this amazing goodness, progressive technologies are being used to create polish without all the toxic chemicals. Deborah Lippmann is a new favorite brand of nail lacquer that contains no toluene, formaldehyde or DBP AND the color selections are exquisite.

Modern Advice:

Keep them fresh. If you wouldn’t walk down the street with holes in your clothes, why would you allow chips in your polish? Chipped nails are like snags in silk. They don't necessarily detract from the overall look but are an eyesore none the less. A sign of a put together woman is one with well manicured nails. Whether that means an au natural buffed look or a lacquered bold hue, consistency is key.

P.S.  If you are having trouble choosing a shade always remember that you can never go wrong with red. Classic.