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

Celebrate In Vintage

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via Daniel Coston

via Daniel Coston

via Bluesol Photography

via Bluesol Photography

via Bleusol Photograhy

via Bleusol Photography

Dress: Vintage, from hong kong vintage. Boots: Corral Boots from Mexico. Clutch: ASOS, last seen here. Necklace: My Grandmother-in-law's. Earrings: Gifted. Rings: My Grandmother's, Tiffany, custom by Diamonds Direct.

I recently had the pleasure of celebrating my friend Sonya Barnes at the 10 year anniversary party for her image consulting firm, Harris & Barnes.  This vintage frock from hong kong vintage has been stowed away in my closet since I purchased it almost a year ago.  I always imagined wearing it to a Cinco de Mayo party or some similar festivity, but it jumped right out at me on this particular evening.  Perhaps not the most logical pairing (some things remain), the boots made a leap for me too.  And the clutch.  I like it when my clothes jump out at me, and I don't have to jump at them or jump up and down, because I am frustrated with them.  How about you?  Do you agree?  Do certain things in your wardrobe jump out at you?  More here from hong kong vintage.

Thanks so much for being here!  

My very best, Whitley

True Love at Hong Kong Vintage

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Dress: My Grandmother's. Boots: J. Crew (old), here's a pair on sale. Purse: Chanel. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Headband: ZoeLynn & Co. (last seen here with flower). Earrings: old, similar pair. Necklace: Jewelmint. Bracelet: My Great-Grandmother's. Rings: Melinda Maria, Tiffany, custom at Diamond Direct.

If you've been here just a few weeks you likely know my passion for refined vintage garb.  If you live in the Queen City and you share an appreciation for rare and cultivated threads, you owe it to yourself to pay a visit to hong kong vintage on Central Avenue.  Of course, if you also possess the obsessed eye for such aesthetically resplendent threads, you may already know for yourself about the greatness at hong kong vintage.  This store provides the quintessential experience equivalent to that of a kid in a candy store, the getting is so sweet.  When deciding where Donna and I would shoot one of my favorite dresses which belonged to my Grandmother, hong kong vintage just made perfect sense.  Go get some sugar for yourself.

Thanks for being a sweetie and visiting!  

xx-Whitley

PS-Did you notice in the top photo the Tartan Plaid Pendleton that is the dress to my jacket here??!

All You Need Is Love

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Shirt: ASOS (on SALE). Long sleeved shirt: Gap, best long sleeve T ever! Jeans: Zara, similar pair. Boots: Charlie 1 Horse, mine are from Constance Consignment. Jacket: Forever 21, also love this one. Purse: Chanel. Belt: old, here's one. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Earrings: Made my a friend. Rings: Melinda Maria, Tiffany, custom by Diamonds Direct. 

At some point I'll have to write a post about my favorite neighborhood spots in the Queen City.  I have my short list, from which I rarely stray, but there's only one Thomas Street Tavern. Back in the day this might as well have been my home away from home.  Totally a fraternity groupie.  If you've been there, you know the cool factor.  Now that I'm a little more settled down and all grown up (right), I don't make it over there as often, but walking through those doors felt like yesterday. If you take a stool at the bar, don't be surprised to be sitting between a truck driver and an investment banker; an actress to your left and a pool shark to your right. Thomas Street Tavern is salt of the earth cool, unpretentious and friendly; the perfect location to don my favorite new T-shirt that makes me insta-happy just wearing it.  All You Need Is Love.

Love ya! xo-Whitley

A Christmas Ball!

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Skirt: My Grandmother's. Turtleneck: CAbi (old), similar one. Jacket: My Great-Grandmother's. Purse: Chanel, here's one.  Boots: J. Crew (old). Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Earrings: from J.T. Posh. Bracelets: My Great-Grandmother's, Grandmother-in-law's, Grandmother's, Stella & Dot. Rings: Tiffany, Diamonds Direct.

I'm not exactly sure where my Grandmother got this skirt, but I know it came from some far off country during her world travels with my Grandfather.  Some of the coolest things she owns she purchased during her travels, and I was always so fascinated by the garments.  You could just tell they were made different from all the rest.  This skirt is no exception.  It has always been one of my favorite inheritance pieces from her; definitely a top pick for my holiday go-to attire. Do you have any favorite holiday pieces?

I hope you and yours have the happiest of holidays and a very Merry Christmas!

Let there be love, let there be light!

xx-Whitley

Shorts + Arooji's Wine Room

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Shirt: Anthropologie (old). Shorts: Piperlime and here's another pair. Turtleneck: CAbi, here's one. Boots: J. Crew. (old) here's a pair. Jacket: Gap.  Purse: Coach. Belt: Target. Tights: J. Crew. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Bee Earrings: Jewelmint. Other Earrings: made by a friend.  Bracelets: My Great-Grandmother's, Grandmother's, Grandmother-in-law's, Stella & Dot. Rings: Melinda Maria, Tiffany, custom at Diamonds Direct. 

Donna and I had so much fun shooting over at Arooji's Wine Room.  If you live in the Queen City, head on over to the Shops at Morrison and cozy up to a glass for yourself... Great food, tasty vino, delightful environment and friendly conversation.  Here I go again with this is one of my favorite outfits, but really it is.  I think it totally speaks to my more common "boho" style by day, and it's so much fun to pair shorts, tights and boots!  Do you agree? 

We are all still grieving the heartbreak in Connecticut.  We have to treat one another with love and kindness. I am praying for those families affected, as I know we all are.  Thank you so much for taking time to be here with me.

I hope you are having a loving week!

-Whitley