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My favorite shopping event of the year is right around the corner and I won’t be able to attend! I know, right? Missing it to go on vacation is a bit of a consolation, but still…it’s Mad About Plaid and I’m mad about vintage!

What’s Mad About Plaid, you ask? Well, its an annual private shopping event at Most Everything Vintage! Purchasing a $10 ticket (which is refunded back to you the day of the event with a purchase) allows you to be 1 of 40 to browse the shop’s new fall collection consisting of over a 1000+ pieces of wool, knits, plaid, tweed, leather and accessories.

This summer was my second year in a row shooting promos for the event with the shop’s owner, Alisa Tetreault and I’ve realized nothing gets me more excited for fall than getting to wear vintage plaid and tweed on a cool summer morning.

This year’s Mad About Plaid looks were all about combining vintage with modern pieces in your closet, so I’m super excited to share them with you! If you don’t wear a lot of vintage because you aren’t sure how to style it or incorporate it in to your wardrobe, fall is the perfect time to give it a try! Blazers, vests and coats are some of the easiest vintage pieces to style because they’re still very on trend. You can’t go wrong with combining timeless vintage pieces with fall favorites/basics you already have in your closet.

Thank you to Alisa Tetreault of Most Everything Vintage for partnering of this post! For more details on how you can attend Mad About Plaid be sure to follow @mosteverything!

Last weekend I got the opportunity to work with my favorite vintage shop, Most Everything Vintage! I spent the early morning hours shooting six distinct looks at three different locations (around downtown Vancouver, WA) with shop owner and photographer Alisa Tetreault.

I very rarely give up my styling rights but when I do, I hand them over to Alisa. She knows my vintage style so well that I always end up obsessing over the looks she hand picks for me.

Not only do Alisa and I share a love for vintage, we also share a love for editorial style photography. I spend so much of my free time looking at vintage Vogue covers and photos of Old Hollywood actresses because those images inspire me the most. I’ve never considered myself to be a model or actress, but editorial shoots really allow me to channel the women I admire most in front of the camera.

This is just one of the looks we shot at Providence Academy, a location that has been on my list for a while. If you’re a fan of old buildings, this one doesn’t disappoint. Built in 1873 it once received recognition for being the largest brick structure north of San Francisco.

For 110 years, the building served as the governance of local ministries, a school, hospital and even an orphanage. Today the academy is on the National Register of Historic Places, open for public tours and rented out as commercial space. It truly is an important link to Vancouver’s past and I’m so glad ongoing efforts are in place to preserve it.

Style tip: This 80s dress was easily styled two different ways by swapping out accessories! For the perfect day to night look consider layering with a denim jacket .

Thank you to Alisa Tetreault of Most Everything Vintage for partnering on this post.

Happy Thursday, everyone! I can’t believe it’s August, that means fall begins next month! It never fails… the minute I find my summer style groove, cooler temps are right around the corner. Luckily this summer in Oregon has been incredibly mild, so you won’t hear any complaints from me. BUT the one thing that has made this summer especially easy breezy has been the great selection of light weight dresses at Chicwish. During the summer months, comfort and breathability always get my vote.

Thank you to Chicwish for sponsoring this post.

Photography by Emily Petri Photography

I can’t get enough of this maxi skirt (under $50!) so you better get use to seeing it! I love the touch of glam it gives to even the simplest of looks. Even if you wore a basic tee or tank with this skirt you’d have an effortlessly chic look to take from day to night.

Photography by @emilypetriphotography

1. Blogging is hard work: When I say blogging is hard work, please know, I’m not complaining. I started blogging as a creative outlet and years later, it’s still the outlet I need to keep me sane. Just like anything in life though, you can’t expect results over night. Growing a brand takes time, work and patience.

2. Loop giveaways hurt your engagement: as someone who once participated in loop giveaways, this is a sensitive subject for me. Why? Because I feel guilty for buying in to them. I can proudly say I’ve been loop giveaway free for years now and I’ll never get wrapped up in them again. P.S.A: giveaways are not a substitute for hard work and your brand is more than a number. Since I started blogging, I’ve hardly taken any time off. Even when I was participating in the occasional giveaway, I never used them as a crutch or a means of playing catch up after not putting in the work. I was always putting in the work and maybe that’s why quitting them cold turkey was so easy. Fact, most giveaways cost anywhere from $25 to $150, if a blogger is running one giveaway a week, do the math. I recently read Poor Little It Girl’s blog post titled “Why I Don’t Follow Bloggers Who Cheat Their Way To the Top Instagram” and it resonated with me. I’m not sure when and how giveaways became a means of “ethical growth,” you’re buying followers and most of them won’t stick around. Please know I don’t condone any bloggers who participate in these giveaways, they’re just not for me. Over the years, I’ve learned, investing in photography for my blog is way more rewarding than wasting money on giveaways. At the end of the day, there’s nothing more frustrating than working your derrière off only to watch others cut corners, but remember this – hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.

3. Create what you love: when it seems like influencers are just influencing each other, it’s easy to start questioning your content. There have definitely been moments when I’ve felt pressured to drink more Starbucks, shop at Target and pose in more flower fields, but that’s not me. I’ve realized that creating content that’s true to me keeps me wanting to create, it has also prevented the infamous burn out I hear so many bloggers talking about. Creating what you love, is simply fuel for creating.

4. Blogging can feel a little like high school sometimes : when I first started blogging, I was a bit naive. I thought every blogger would live by the motto “community over competition, “ but I quickly learned that wasn’t the case. This harsh realization was actually a gift though, it forced me to seek out and truly appreciate creatives with the same mindset as me. Amazing things happen when we just work together.

5. Work with brands you’re passionate about: if you’re familiar with my blog, you’ve probably noticed I wear a lot of the same brands. Why? Because I love them! Commission or no commission I’m going to wear what I want. Fact: I don’t even say yes to every collaboration or sponsored post that comes my way. If it’s not a good fit, I politely pass. My brand is my image and I’ve vowed to stay true to myself.

6. Invest in your blog and other available platforms: we’ve all heard the saying “don’t put your eggs in one basket,” but it’s so easy to do that!! I’m totally guilty of doing that, but I’m trying to break the habit. Remember the Instagram blackout that occurred earlier this year?? We couldn’t post and we all freaked, remember that? I do, and it was eye opening!! Not having access to Instagram forced me to think about a world without it. What other means do I have for getting my content out there? Well, I have my blog, Twitter and even Pinterest. Having a diversified blog or even laying the foundation for one, is only going to set yourself up for success in my opinion.

I’d love to know your thoughts on this post, so be sure to leave me a comment. Have a great week, everyone!

I totally stepped out of my comfort zone for this post….Happy Birthday America! Seriously, I am so insecure in swimsuits! I had a vision for a pinup inspired look for the 4th though, so I just went with it 😂.

I found this swimsuit on Amazon after running a search for “retro swimwear” and purchased it immediately. I loved cut, the skirt and of course the red, white & blue!

While working on this post, I started researching the evolution of women’s swimwear. I was specifically looking for information regarding the “skirt panel” I loved so much on this suit. Come to find out, in 1942 the United States War Production Board issued regulation L-85 which rationed the use of fabrics. This resulted in the modest two piece and swimwear without the usual skirt panel!

And there you have it, a 4th of July post with a little history lesson. Happy 4th of July, everyone!

Photography by @littlephotofox

Wicker bags have been my spring/summer go to for years now. I love the classic touch they add to my summer outfits and they tend to match everything. Although all of the woven bags you’ll see on my Instagram are true vintage, there are so many vintage inspired bags out there right now. So….if you’re still looking for the perfect summer handbag, you’re in luck! I’ve rounded up my top 5 favorites on Amazon and they’re all $50 and under. Shop the post : 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5

When Nike makes a cute and comfy jumpsuit, you better believe I’m gonna buy it!! I actually purchased it in black first, loved it so much that my husband surprised me with the Barbie pink one and now I want them all.

Since jeans are my least favorite clothing item, (year round but especially during the summer 😂) I love adding COMFY pieces to my wardrobe that I can easily dress up or dress down. What I love most about this jumpsuit (or romper per Nike) is the fabric! The soft French terry is incredibly breathable and keeps me feeling cool on warm days.

Also, can I just say this jumpsuit is proof that comfort doesn’t mean sacrificing style?! You can be comfortable AND still look put together!! Hmm, maybe that’s what I love most about this jumpsuit 🤔 … Anyway, I almost forgot to mention it’s currently on SALE!!

P.S. This post was not sponsored in any way, shape or form. I’m just genuinely obsessed with these jumpsuits.

Happy Wednesday, friends!

Photography by Emily Petri Photography

“Camp is the attempt to do something extraordinary. But extraordinary in the sense, often, of being special, glamorous.” – Susan Sontag

Creating unique content is one of my favorite things about blogging. I love creating images and styling unique looks that take me away from everyday life. Fashion has always been a form of escapism for me and I’m not ashamed to admit it.

I truly believe when it comes to blogging (and Instagram) you have to stay true to your creative style. Honestly, coming to the realization that I’d rather be unfollowed for staying true to myself than followed for being someone I’m not, has just fueled my desire to create.

When I was planning the concept for this shoot, I remember telling Emily Petri, of Emily Petri Photography, that I wanted to go somewhere super casual where I could just be extra aka unapologetically myself. There’s something freeing about truly owning your sense of style and if I can inspire one person to wear something quintessentially “them,” I’ve done my job as an influencer.

In closing, ( if I haven’t made my case for fashion yet 🤣) Rachel Zoe once said “style is a way of saying who you are without having to speak,” and I think there’s so much truth in that. If fashion speaks louder than words, what does your style say about you?

Outfit details : top (currently on sale at Zara) skirt Chicwish, gold clutch (vintage) similar here , headpiece (made by yours truly for under $20) , Amazon sunglasses

Photography by Emily Petri Photography

Every year around this time, I start reminiscing about summers growing up. You know, the good old days when you had two months off to have fun in sun? Yep, those days…

Before every start of summer, I try to make a mental list of weekend activities that get me outside and make me feel like a kid again. Since most of my summer breaks, as a child, were spent at the beach or pool, spending time by water always seems to make my “Summer To Do List.”

As far as summer outfits are concerned, I’m loving flowy dresses, patterned skirts, stripes and of course all things nautical!

Happy first day of Summer AND happy Friday, everyone! Let me know what you have planned this summer or this weekend in the comments, I’d love to hear!

Outfit details: top, scarf and handbag from Most Everything Vintage. Amazon shorts (True to size. I’m wearing size small and they fit perfectly.)

Photography by @littlephotofox