Fort Mill Magazine

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If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you may have seen a few weeks ago the big news that my work as a wardrobe stylist made its first editorial cover. The news isn't completely fresh, but looking at these photos, I'm still so excited. Driving home to Asheville on a Friday to visit old friends, I got the call from one of the first photographers I ever worked with, Joseph Bradley, about a job that was to take place on that Sunday.  This meant I had to race back to Charlotte a few hours earlier than planned and put together seven looks in just a few hours.  A huge thank you to Joe for recommending me for the job and to Fort Mill Magazine publishers, Louis and Tracey Roman for taking a chance on me.  I had a wonderful time working with everyone on this set, and since it was shot at Fort Mill High School my Dad was there to cheer me on from the sidelines.  Such a fun experience all the way around, and I can't wait to collaborate with Fort Mill Magazine for the winter publication!  Be sure to check out the on line issue here for wardrobe credits, or please let me know if have any styling questions. I would love to hear from you!

Much love to all of you reading, Whitley

A NEW J.T. Posh Giveaway Winner!

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Did ya see it??  I had the fantastic pleasure of styling this precious mama, Sarah, and her newborn twin boys for a feature story in this month's Charlotte Parent Magazine.  If you live in the Queen City and are interested in checking it out, you may pick up a copy at any Harris Teeter or pediatrics office.

I have not heard back from last week's chosen winner of the J.T. Posh $50 Gift Card Giveaway, so we have a new winner!  

Mariel C.June 24, 2013 at 9:46 AM

I entered with all 5!

Congratulations Mariel!!  Please email me within the next 72 hours at thequeencitystyle@yahoo.com.  

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend, and thanks to everyone who entered!

-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!

My Favorite LBD + Earrings Giveaway Winner

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Back when I was collaborating with Run For Your Life on the Runner Fashion series, I wore this black dress for my street style interpretation of the black runner dress.  I have had this J. Crew favorite since I was 19 years old....getting close to half of my life (wow)!  Many little black dresses come and go, but not this one.  It is my go-to classic, I can count on you LBD.  While recently perusing one of my favorite on-line shopping sites, ASOS, I saw this one which looks very similar to mine!  Then, I noticed the price, so I had to share my find in case any of you are on the hunt. Get the details HERE.  Do you have a favorite LBD?

We have a winner for the A. Liz Designs Giveaway!  Click HERE to see if it is you!

One more thing before you leave, I am now a Lucky contributor on their community website!  Will you please take two seconds to vote for my post here?  THANK YOU!!

The weekend is near... Yippee!! I hope yours is fun and wonderful!

-Whitley