Style Path

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 I've had an obsession with cocktail dresses since I first started wearing them.  I would buy a dress without an occasion (and still do) when I felt I could not live without it.  I never rid of the dresses. This Cynthia Rowley has always been a favorite.  I purchased it my senior year of high school from the first boutique I ever came to love, Constance Boutique, in my hometown of Asheville, NC.  The owner is a friend and one of the most inspirational people in my life when it comes to fashion. Constance has always had a strong sense of style that is all her own.  I look at this outfit, acknowledging it is a little off the beaten path with the layering of the belts and the pattern repeat, and it reminds me of Constance.  She always did her own thing, much like my Grandmother.  It's not for everybody, but it is for me.

Dress: Cynthia Rowley (so old!), from Constance Boutique, but this one's pretty fun. Denim Jacket: Gap. Shoes: Nine West. Gold Belt: Raina (old), here's one. Circle Belt: Target (old). Clutch: JJ Winters, mine is from Lipp Boutique. Sunglasses: Blinde, but here's a less expensive pair. Earrings: Luv Aj. Cuff: Henri Bendel. Rings: Tiffany, Custom at Diamonds Direct.

Nine West Flax Pumps

I wear my jean jacket with everything...

For the love of a style all your own,

I hope you enjoy reading this as much as I enjoy sharing it with you!

Thank you for being here!!  Whitley

Motorcycles, Mac's and Mojo

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I've been sitting on this post for about two months, waiting for what felt like the right moment to hit the publish button. Yesterday's post was laced in all white conservationism and sophistication, so I felt now was that perfect moment.  In full Motorcycle Mama meets Sandy from Grease character at the one and only Mac's Speed Shop, I broke out my inner wild and racy for some fun and care free.  It's been kind of a rough several months (or year) for me, even mixed in with the abundant good.  Over that course of time, I've fallen off my bike, and I am still working to get back on it.  Let me tell you though, there is nothing like a pair of skin tight black pants and a bad ass bike to help you get your mojo back.  Like playing a part in a movie, this was certainly my most fun character to date.

Vegan Leather Jacket: Forever 21, here's one at a great price. Leggings: Milena (old), from Lipp Boutique, but I want both these and these! Shoes: Nine West. Sunglasses: Blinde, but here's a less expensive pair. Bag: Chanel, here's one. Earrings: Luv Aj. Necklace: Stella & Dot. Bracelets: Stella & Dot, J. Crew, My Grandmother's. Cuff: from Henri Bendel. Rings: Melinda Maria, Tiffany and custom by Diamonds Direct. Bike: Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom from Pat Rogers Harley-Davidson in Concord, NC.

I've always wanted to do this.  Thanks Regina.  You and your helmet are super hot! 

Thanks for the fun Snoopy.  I hope to 'ride' again soon!

For the love of channeling your inner care free self, always in style....

As ever, thanks so much for reading!!  Whitley

Vintage Lillie Rubin, Craft Beer and Burgers

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Let me just start by saying this post has a few more pictures than

I normally include.  I blame it on this new outfit for which I am 

completely obsessed, head over heels in love.  The dress and matching jacket, a recent Etsy find for me, are a rare maxi dress outfit collaboration by Lillie Rubin and Don Luis de Espana.  After wearing this dress that belonged to my mother, I set out on a mission to find more equally fabulous styles by the designer.  I've always adored that dress, but I think I am now at the stage of full blown unhealthily obsessed over Lillie Rubin design.  Two things I love just about more than anything when it comes to fashion are bright color and classic vintage design, and this outfit has it all.  If you share this same affinity with me, be sure to check out Diana's Etsy shop.  I was not familiar with Don Luis de Espana before now, but after a quick Google search, I found this little bit of info, this novelty print dress, and this awesome maxi dress.  Definitely now a Don fan.

For a quick night on the town, Father's Day style, most wonderful man in the world and I took it to NoDa for a some tasty craft brew.  First stop, one of our favs (co-owned by an super cool friend of mine), Birdsong Brewing Co.

Everybody loves large and in charge Jenga.

We then hopped over to NoDa Brewing Company for some more tasty.  Sorry I don't have any pictures.  Things were starting to get a little out of focus by now.  Thank goodness, however, for Auto Burger & Fry Guys.  I am not lying to you when I say I think I had the BEST vegetarian burger of my life straight from this... old milk truck?  Like their Facebook page to see where you can try for yourself!

 

Vintage + Craft + Burger = Me all smiley happy.

Dress: Vintage Lillie Rubin, here's a hot print, Sunglasses: Blinde, but here's a similar pair, Shoes: Calvin Klein, Bag: JJ Winters from Lipp Boutique, Bangles: Henri Bendel, Red and Pink are Bakelite thanks to summerbird, Earrings: thanks to JoJo Loves You, Rings: Turquoise-my Grandmother's, Tiffany and Custom at Diamonds Direct