This week I decided to challenge myself to create a photoshoot using only items I had purchased at Goodwill in a single trip on a budget of approx $25. We found some super fun dresses, props and backdrops, which just goes to show you that Goodwill is a constant purveyor of creativity. You will never … More Goodwill Photoshoot Magic
With everything going on in the world today- I think we need color and creativity more than ever and Audrey Rhodes of AffectionatelyAudrey.com is constantly filling the environment around her with the vibrance of her wardrobe creativity. To me, she is so much more than just another fashion blogger- I truly consider her to be … More Woman Crush Wednesday: The Eclectic, Colorful, Brilliance of Audrey Rhodes
I first stumbled upon this field of magic wonder- quite by accident. A colorful heart shaped construction caught my eye as I was driving- so I decided to pull off and explore further. Here is the real life text I sent my dear friend Chris Daniels: “ME: Hey dude do you want to meet me … More The Magic Wonderland of China Lights
Two weeks ago I was driving down an unknown road somewhere in Alabama. I was hungry- fresh off two days of hotel sleeping, early morning call times and commercial shooting. The polka-dot shirt I was too in love with and too in a hurry to take off- had been worn on hot sets for two … More Alabama Hitchcock
Sometimes it is utterly amazing what a difference a Haircut can make…and I mean dresses too. I saw this 100% cotton stretch corduroy beauty at Goodwill for $6 and I knew that a simple hem would give it so much life. There were simple details like the front placed pockets, adorable peaked shoulders and button … More Perfect Pilgrim Dress Makeover
Those of you who follow me on Snapchat (this is becoming a theme isn’t it) know that I had my self a pretty exciting day a couple weeks back. I had a commercial audition with nothing more than, “quirky girl” as a description- so I decided to get my New Girl on and really go … More Quirky Girl Adventures in Abandoned Places…
I always promised myself when I started 365DOT that I would do my best to be real, authentic and original- all while maintaining personal creativity and unique point of view. I wanted to somehow emulate what other bloggers do so well- without falling into what for me is a personal unreality of centering my … More What Happened to September? (It was amazing!)
On Tuesday I had the pleasure of shooting some delightful promotional images for a bookstore that I can share with you come October. This meant I got to take a little road trip to Birmingham where I discovered a weeks worth of Art Magic in about 30 minutes. Those of you who follow me on … More Birmingham Love Affair
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I never even know where to begin… It usually starts when I find a dress while I’m out thrifting… this girl had so many wonderful details- a lace collar that I knew would come in handy, beautiful floral pattern, and a button up bodice that was just to die for. It…
I first got to know Nina electronically- she is always gracing social media with communication, beauty and jokes about her bad cooking skills. Her artistic journey and passion is something to behold. Two years ago I had the pleasure of having her walk in my Monarch Couture fashion show for ARTlightenment and discovered fully what an absolutely beautiful … More Spirit, Strength and Summer Twilight: My Night at Nina Covington’s Movement
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