Baby Mama

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Hey Y'all!  I would like for you to meet my new friend, Izabelle.  She's the most versatile, go with the flow, sexiest thing since the days of Flashdance. Yes, I am talking about my sweatshirt!  If you haven't yet heard of Charlotte's most popular line of casual wear, La Senorita Jolie, consider yourself introduced.  And for those of you wearing your sweatshirt and messy pony tail through the carpool line instead of a more desirable and polished outfit with perfectly coifed hair, I want to personally thank you for not leaving me a soldier of one on Team Survival.  Izabelle is the perfect way to take things up a notch. The kangaroo pocket is perfect for stowing that extra pack of wipes and with the slouchy fit, you never have to worry about baby pulling your shirt down to expose your shoulder.  What's more to love, she can be yours in Carolina Blue too!  Use code LSJ-QCS at check out and get free shipping!  Heeere's Izzie! 

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

Finding Your Style After Baby + J.T. Posh Giveaway Winner!

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Charlotte Parent Magazine recently contacted me to participate in a fun feature story styling a precious new mom and her equally adorable twin boys.  Pre and post baby, a mama experiences lots of body changes, but duty calls, and there is much work to be done.  How do you push through the sleepless nights, spit up covered clothes and find your post baby style?  I share a few of my tips and own personal experiences here.  Thank you Sarah, Donna and Charlotte Parent Magazine for the experience of this wonderfully fun assignment!

Tank and Skirt (both on sale): J. Crew. Jacket: Gap.  Full outfit credits here.

And the winner of the J.T. Posh $50 Gift Card Giveaway is...

kristi s.June 24, 2013 at 10:40 AM

1) I am a follower of the Queen City Style via Email

2) I like J. T. Posh on Facebook

3) I like the Queen City Style on Facebook

4) I follow J. T. Posh on Instagram

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

Thanks so much for reading!  Whitley

On The Town In Abbeydale

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Landon: 

Suit and Shirt: Abbeydale. Shoes: Loake 1880. Watch: Brooklyn Watches. Tie: Thomas Pink. Belt: from Taylor Richards & Conger.

Kaitlan:

Jumper: Alexis c/o Sloan, similar or here. Coat: Banana Republic (old). Shoes: Joan and David, like these. Necklaces (old). Bracelets: belonged to my Great-Grandmother.  Kaitlan's rings: from Diamonds Direct. Cocktail ring: Melinda Maria.

Whitley:

Shirt: Forever 21. Sweater: Ralph Lauren from summerbird. Shorts: C.Luce (now on sale). Boots: Charlie 1 Horse. Tights: J. Crew. Rings: custom from Diamonds Direct, Tiffany. Bracelet: belonged to my Grandmother.

Donna and I had such a fun time shooting newlyweds Landon and Kaitlan at the super chic BLT Steak located at The Ritz-Carlton in uptown Charlotte.  I was introduced to Landon and Kaitlan by friend and local custom men's clothier, David Watkins, of Abbeydale.  When I decided I wanted to start featuring more men's clothing, I immediately phoned David and said 'I need you and your fantastic threads on the Queen City Style'.  David was not available on the day of the shoot but friend and customer Landon Cassill and his custom suiting was.  I love meeting new people, and this was another example of how much fun I get to have playing dress up on the Queen City Style!  Check out David in the March issue of Southern Living Magazine.

I hope you and those important in your life had a wonderful Easter holiday.

xo-Whitley

Ann Roth Shoes At Hilliard Method Studio

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Skirt: Alyssa Nicole, also here's one. Jacket: Gap. Shoes: Ann Roth Shoes. Hat: Gap (old), similar one. Tank: Gap. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Purse: Michael Kors, similar.  Necklaces: thanks to Melvin and by boe. Rings: Melinda Maria, Tiffany, custom at Diamonds Direct. Earrings: JewelMint. Bracelets: Stella & Dot and my Grandmother's.

A photo of these shoes from Ann Roth Shoes solicited the single most number of thumbs up on the Queen City Style Facebook page to date.  While on my daily run one afternoon, (when I do pretty much all of my uninterrupted thinking), I wanted to figure out a fun and creative way to show off these bad boys.  This song had me thinking. (Think nothing of the video, but if you want a fun song to add to your running mix, give it a listen).  Then it came to me, how fun would it be to work my new friends, dynamic mother and daughter team, Liz and Clary, over at Hilliard Method Studio?  Let me just tell you, holding these poses is a work out like no other.  There's a reason these ladies look as fantastic as they do.  They are mean machines between Bon Bon popping.  We are all worthy of indulging as a way to reward ourselves. I find Fitzgerald to be quite gratifying.  He's all the more fantastic at 20% Off just for readers of the Queen City Style.  Enter Code: QUEEN at check out.

Enjoy! xo-Whitley

North Carolina Dance Theatre is giving away a pair of tickets to one lucky reader of the Queen City Style for this Saturday night's Runway for the Ballet.  Enter here!

Gap Loves the Queen City Style And You!

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Whitley: 

Jacket, Blouse, Jeans: GAP. Shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo, mine are from J.T. Posh. Belt: Forever 21, here's one. Glasses: American Apparel. Necklace: thanks to by boe.  Rings: Tiffany, custom from Diamonds Direct. Bracelet: belonged to my Grandmother.  Earrings: old, but I love these.  

Luke:

Jeans, Shirt and Sweater: GAP. Blazer: John Varvatos. Shoes: PF Flyers, similar. Socks: J. Crew. Watch: vintage Casio.  Belt: Aldo.

GAP at Southpark Mall is holding a Friends Event this Thursday through Sunday, with 30% off the entire store!  I am so excited they are offering this private sale tomorrow, Wednesday, March 13, exclusively to readers of the Queen City Style!  This sale includes Gap, GapKids, GapMaternity, babyGap and GapBody.  All you have to do is show the cashier on your phone this post or that you like the Queen City Style on Facebook.  You HAVE liked the Queen City Style on Facebook, yes?   So excited!  Introduce your friends and family members to the Queen City Style and pass on this fantastic discount from Gap!*

Thanks so much for being here!  SO fun!!

Whitley

Thanks to Donna for the awesome photos, and thanks to Luke for the fantastic wardrobe styling!

*This discount is only applicable at GAP at Southpark Mall.

Gentlemen Start Your Engines

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Landon: 

Jacket and Shirt: Abbeydale. Jeans: Brunello Cucinelli. Shoes: Loake 1880. Watch: Brooklyn Watches.  Belt: from Taylor Richards & Conger.

Kaitlan:

Dress: Mara Hoffman, also long version here, c/o Sloan. Coat: Banana Republic (old). Shoes: Christian Louboutin. Bracelets: Bakelite thanks to summerbird. Turquoise Ring: Vintage.

Whitley:

Skirt and Blouse: Tibi, obsessed with the pants, c/o Sloan. Shoes: Michael Kors, c/o Sloan. Cuff: c/o Green Market Girl. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Jacket: from summerbird.

Donna and I had such a fun time shooting newlyweds Landon and Kaitlan at the super chic BLT Steak located at The Ritz-Carlton in uptown Charlotte.  If you live in the Queen City, chances are you've been. If you haven't yet, put this one on your list for dinner and/or cocktails.  In the meantime, tune into Fox Sports this Sunday, March 10th, 3:00pm/EST and root for our most kind and dapper friend!  I'll be making a cameo from my couch.  Visit Abbeydale and Taylor Richards & Conger for some of Charlotte's finest in men's clothing, and stay tuned for more to come in men's fashion.

As ever... Whitley

Grocery Date At Reid's Fine Foods

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Whitley:

Dress: Vintage Mr. Blackwell, My Grandmother's, here's one. Mink Stole: My Great-Grandmother's, here are several. Shoes: J. Crew (old). Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Purse: old. Earrings: My Grandmother's. Pin: Gifted. Hair Comb: JewelMint. Bracelet: My Grandmother-in-law's. Rings: Diamonds Direct. 

Jason:

Suit: Zegna. All other clothing: Ralph Lauren. Slippers: Sulka. Watch: NYC Flea Market find.

Visit Jason at Ralph Lauren Southpark Mall.

I had so much fun shooting with Jason and Donna at Reid's Fine Foods, Charlotte's original hometown specialty food store.  You all know how much know my pension for all things refined and vintage, and this love affair does not only pertain to clothes. Founded in 1928, Reid's is a living, eating, drinking, celebrated long-standing member of the Charlotte community.  Reid's is known for their award winning butcher and wine shops, as well as a destination for on-site cooking and tasting programs. Reid's is friendly service wrapped in southern style; a modern day nod to a time when things were a little slower, more simple, always classic and never lacking for style. Reid's ambiance is transformed by one of my favorite designers, Charlotte's own Barrie Benson, by representation of her swank signature style throughout the atmosphere. Head to Reid's for all your shopping needs, your next wine tasting, date night or girls night out.  You will not want to return from such a delightful step back in time.

Thanks for being here with me, Whitley