Gap + Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design Winner

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Whitley:

Shirt, Pants, Jacket, Belt: Gap. Shoes: Cole Haan (old). Earrings: old, love this pair. Necklace: thanks to by boe. Bracelet: My Grandmother's. Rings: Tiffany, Diamonds Direct.

Luke: 

Shirt and Trousers: Gap, Suspenders: American Apparel, similar. Socks: J. Crew,
Shoes: Cole Haan, Watch: Casio, vintage, similar. Bracelet: handmade.

I was so excited to collaborate with this adorable lad, Luke, for my first studio shoot.  Since I met Luke at Gap Southpark over a running conversation while he helped me pick out a shirt for a male friend, a Gap-inspired shoot seemed like the only way to go.  Full wardrobe styling by Luke Yerrick, animation inspired by Malibu Rum.  Go see Luke in the Queen City at Gap Southpark.

Click here to see if you are the winner of the Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design Giveaway!

Thanks so much for being here!  

I'm off to my Alma mater, Chapel Hill, for a fun week of shooting with Roy Rice Photography!  

Hope yours is fantastic!

-Whitley

Vintage Corporate Cute

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Suit: Belonged to my Great-Grandmother. Purse: Made by my Great, Great-Grandmother. Best bet is to search ebay, but here's a neat modern day bag and here. Shoes: Cole Haan from Constance Consignment. Turtleneck: CAbi. Tights: J. Crew. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Hair Comb: Jewelmint. Earrings: old, love this pair. Bracelets: My Great-Grandmother's, Grand-mother's, Grand-mother in law's, Stella & Dot. Rings: Tiffany, custom by Diamonds Direct.

I live in a banking city.  More banking resources are headquartered in Charlotte, NC than all but one U.S. city, New York City, of course.  We are also in the South, so by default, there are lots of rules on acceptable work attire.  Many of my friends work for a bank, and there's not much room for creativity in dress.  I suppose the point of this post is to show all of my corporate followers a way to dress appropriately so, yet still look cute and even better, not like everyone else with the black pants and cream blouse or navy suit and one and half inch pumps.  I wore this suit for one of my first interviews in New York City 14 years ago.  I had it tailored to fit.  I'll never forget walking down Madison Avenue and the number of times I was stopped over this suit.   It remains one of my absolute most favorite pieces.  So, my message today is to shop your local vintage and consignment stores.  Not only will you find something completely original, you will likely save a lot of your money and get triple your investment on the quality. There are so many other things I want to say about this outfit, but perhaps in another post.  Can you tell it's a favorite? :)

For the love of timeless, classic style...

Thank you so much for being here!  Whitley

Don't forget to enter the Meredith Jackson Design Jewelry Giveaway HERE!

Giveaway... Meredith Jackson Jewelry!

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Dress: Giorgio Armani, thanks to summerbird. Coat: Banana Republic (old), similar. Shoes: Tory Burch, similar, from summerbird. Purse: Chanel, here's one. Hat: My Great-Grandmother's. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Hair Comb: Jewelmint. Earrings/Cocktail Ring/ Bracelet: c/o Meredith Jackson Jewelry. Other Rings: Tiffany, Diamonds Direct.

As promised, today Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design is hosting an amazing giveaway.  One lucky lady or lad will be the winner of $100 credit toward any pair of earrings in Meredith's Everyday collection.  As mentioned in Scene I and Scene II, these classic stylish pieces are all hand-made using a combination of natural, semi-precious stones and fine metals.  Every piece is exquisite yet wearable for any occasion.

Here's how to enter: 

1) Mandatory Entry: You must follow of the Queen City Style by Email, Bloglovin' or GFC.

2) For a DOUBLE entry Like Meredith Jackson Jewelry Designs on Facebook.

3) Tell me which piece in the Everyday collection you would love to open on Valentine's Day.

Please let me know in ONE comment the ways you have entered.  This Giveaway ends Wednesday, January 30th, and the winner will be announced the next day.  Can't wait to see if you are the winner?  Take 15% off all regular priced earrings through Monday, February 4, using Coupon Code: QCS2013 at check out.  One more bit of fun, if you are in the Queen City, please join me and Meredith for a festive Valentine's soiree at her studio on Wednesday, January 30th 5-8pm.  There will be discounts and more giveaways in store!

Thanks so much for reading, and we hope to see you at the party!!  

xx-Whitley

And the winner is... 

BarbJanuary 24, 2013 at 4:25 PM

1. Follwed on GFC.

2. Liked Meredith's FB page

3. Citrine earrings.

Congratulations!!  Please email me at thequeencitystyle@yahoo.com

Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design: Scene II

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Whitley:

Dress: Giorgio Armani, thanks to summerbird. Coat: Banana Republic (old), similar. Shoes: Tory Burch, similar, from summerbird. Purse: Chanel, here's one. Hat: My Great-Grandmother's. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Hair Comb: Jewelmint. Earrings/Cocktail Ring/ Bracelet: c/o Meredith Jackson Jewelry. Other Rings: Tiffany, custom by Diamonds Direct.

Jason: 

All Clothing: Ralph Lauren. Shoes: Ferragamo.  Bracelet and Watch: NY Flea market finds.

Visit Jason in the Queen City at Ralph Lauren Southpark Mall.

Here today for Scene II, I am proud to share with you Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design.  As mentioned in Scene I, these classic stylish pieces are all hand-made using a combination of natural, semi-precious stones and fine metals.  Each stone is hand selected based on cut, polish and color. The collections are proudly handmade in Charlotte, North Carolina.  Each of the pieces styled here are exquisite yet wearable for any occasion.  What are you getting yourself or your lady for Valentines' Day?  Take 15% off all regular priced earrings through Monday, February 4, using Coupon Code: QCS2013 at check out. Stay tuned for a Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design Giveaway!!

Thanks so much for reading!  

xx-Whitley

Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design: Scene I

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Whitley:

Dress: Giorgio Armani thanks to summerbird. Coat: Banana Republic (old), similar. Shoes: Tory Burch, similar, from summerbird. Purse: Chanel, here's one. Hat: My Great-Grandmother's. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Hair Comb: Jewelmint. Earrings/Cocktail Ring/ Bracelet: c/o Meredith Jackson Jewelry. Other Rings: Tiffany, custom by Diamonds Direct.

Jason: 
All Clothing: Ralph Lauren. Shoes: Ferragamo.  Bracelet and Watch: NY Flea market finds.

Visit Jason in the Queen City at Ralph Lauren Southpark Mall.

I am proud to share with you Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design.  These classic stylish pieces are all hand-made using a combination of natural, semi-precious stones and fine metals.  Each stone is hand selected based on cut, polish and color. The collections are proudly handmade in Charlotte, North Carolina.  Each of the pieces styled here are exquisite yet wearable for any occasion.  What are you getting yourself or your lady for Valentines' Day?  Take 15% off all regular priced earrings through Monday, February 4, using Coupon Code: QCS2013 at check out. Stay tuned for a sweet, sweet story in Scene II, as well as a Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design Giveaway.

Hoping your day is nothing short of spectacular!  

xx-Whitley

Green Jeans Consignment Winner + Freaking Awesome

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I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!  I am sure many of you are enjoying a day off from work in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  If you are not one of those, not to worry, you are not alone.  Both of my boys are out of school for the next three days, so I may not be getting much work completed.  I am, however, looking forward to taking the boys uptown via light rail for a child-friendly educational celebration.

For those of you who entered the Green Jeans Consignment Too Busy To Tag Giveaway, click HERE to see if you are the winner!  If you would still like to consign, there is plenty of time! Perhaps you would prefer to shop all the awesome designer duds at ridiculously low prices.  All of that information is below, or visit their website HERE.

Do you recognize these photos?  I could not believe it when the event organizers contacted me to ask if they may use images of the Queen City Style for their postcards!  I am very flattered.  The event is amazing, and the organizers are just awesome, real people.  You should definitely check it out if you are in the Queen City!!

Thanks for reading, and I hope you have a great day!

-Whitley

Smelly Cat

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Blouse: ASOS. Shorts: Piperlime and here. Turtleneck: CAbi. Boots and Tights: J. Crew. Purse: Chanel. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Hair Comb: JewelMint. Earrings: from J.T. Posh. Bracelets: Belonged to my Great-Grandmother, Grand-mother, Grand-mother in law, Stella & Dot.  Rings: Belonged to my Grandmother here's my other favorite, Tiffany, Diamonds Direct.

When I spotted this shirt on my favorite on-line shopping site, ASOS, I was kind of drooling.  Then my super-stylish pal, Jenny, (seriously check her out) insisted the shirt was made for me.  So, done and done.  That's when you buy it.  If you love it, and you can afford to pay for it in cash, you get it.  I could go on for days about the shirt, but I won't.  Instead, if you like it yourself, it's on SALE now.  If you're in the Queen City, check out Smelly Cat Coffeehouse in NoDa, Charlotte's Historic Arts District.  The neighborhood is Charlotte's closest answer to my hometown of Asheville, NC.  Arts, culture, good eats, music, creatures of all kinds and more!  Oh, how about the fact that Donna has photographed Mother Teresa?!  Yes, Mother Teresa and me.  Unbelievable.

Love, Peace and Hair Grease, xx-Whitley