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

My Favorite Trend For Spring

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Ha!  I don't have one.  I don't consider myself to be a trendy dresser; typically opting for items that will stand the test of time or on the flip side, anything and everything that is totally one of a kind and different from what everyone else is wearing.  I've really enjoyed my new post as a fashion contributor for Charlotte Parent Magazine.  If you live in the Charlotte area, please look for my monthly column in print, and visit their website each Thursday to check out my weekly fashion blog.  So, if I did have to pick just one trend I am loving, here it is!  Can you guess what it is by looking at this picture?  It should not come as a surprise to you.

Happy Weekend!

xo-Whitley

Shoot The Duck

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Sequin Top: Circa college dance team days. T-shirt: thanks to Charlotte Roller Girls.  Jacket: summerbird. Pants: from Lipp Boutique, love these. Clutch: ASOS. Belt: Forever 21.  Bangles: My Grandmother's and Bakelite thanks to summerbird.  Lace glove and hair bow: Morris Costumes.  Earrings: thanks to jami. Hooter's sunnies: thanks to hot cool chic I met in Playa del Carmen. Rings: Tiffany, Melinda Maria. Skates, elbow pads and knee pads: c/o Total Lizaster.

I think this might be my most fun post to date.  Any opportunity to channel my inner Cyndi Lauper, Madonna, Belinda Carlisle or other inner 80's goddess is an opportune time for me.  When Charlotte Roller Girls Tweeted me a very friendly how do you do, I knew I had to collaborate with them.  Charlotte Roller Girls is an all-female track roller derby league putting their best foot forward on the rink and in the community with a portion of bout proceeds going to charity.  Want to watch the Charlotte Roller Girls take action?  Check out their schedule here. Bouts are filled with activities for children of all ages, and be sure to arrive early for tailgating like you've never seen.  So, just tell me I'm the only one who loved shooting the duck and drinking suicides until purple in a carbonated swelled face.  To all of you male readers... waiting for that slow dance... Forever yours, Faithfully. 

xo-Whitley

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Gap Blues + The Matching Dots Giveaway Winner

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Whitley:

Shirt (on sale!), Pants, Sweater: Gap. Beanie Hat: American Apparel. Shoes: Belonged to my Great-Grandmother. Earrings: JewelMint. Bracelet: My Grandmother's. Rings: Tiffany, Diamonds Direct.

Luke: 

Sweatshirt, Shirt, Jeans: Gap. Glasses: Aldo. Shoes: Aldo. Watch: Casio, vintage, similar. Bracelet: handmade.

I'm excited to be back here again with my adorable (right?) friend Luke.  For those of you who weighed previously weighed in on my denim on denim post here, I'm especially loving his outfit. As previously stated... 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. Again for these outfits, 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 were the winner of The Matching Dots Giveaway.

Have you noticed the increase in male fashion?  In response to men and girlfriends and wives, I've had a great time incorporating more mens fashion on the Queen City Style.  I hope you like it!
Thanks so much for being here!  xo-Whitley

Love Is In The Air

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Whitley:

Dress: Lauren Ralph Lauren c/o Belk Southpark, here in blue, also here's the short version. Shoes: Stuart Weitzman. Clutch: JJ Winters from Lipp Boutique. Earrings: old, here's a pair. Bracelets: Grandmother's and Grandmother-in-law's. Rings: Tiffany and custom at Diamonds Direct.

Nick: 

All clothes: Express. Watch: Guess.  

Contact Nick here for all acting or modeling inquiries.

Extras:

Location: Petit Philippe. Hair: Aurora Casteen at Borealis. Make Up: Perri Jones at Borealis. Flowers: Floral by Monica. Get 15% off any purchase during February and March when you mention this post.  Contact Monica here or call her directly at 704-576-2447.

I knew I wanted to create a fun Valentine's Day post, but it wasn't until Donna put the bug in my ear for having gorgeous flowers on set that I had to have it all... the perfect location, the most amazing red dress I could find (I found two!), and of course, a handsome 'date' for this romantic evening.  Petit Philippe wine and chocolate room immediately came to mind when searching for the location.  It also makes a fantastic spot for my girls book club who meets to talk about great wine. You can't tell in these images, but I have chopped my locks seriously. Excited for a change, and I hope you will like!  While my girl, Aurora, was doing her thing to my hair, Perri gave me fantastic face.  A photo shoot, yes, but all of the aforementioned combined ingredients make for a fantastically delicious day of love.

Lots of love to you!!

xo-Whitley

Belk: Modern. Southern. Style.

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I am a lifelong customer of Belk department stores, and chances are, if you were born and raised in the south east, you are too.  I remember entering the Asheville mall, always, through the Belk department store.  Conveniently enough, the doors opened to the children's and teen section, and my little girl Saturday excitement began at that moment.  Is it ironic that I always only enter Southpark Mall through Belk if I can help it?  It's not that I don't love the other stores, but there is just something about feeling home.  Fast forward to a couple of weeks ago, and can you imagine my excitement when I was invited to the most recent Belk Fashion Preview as presented by VP of Merchandising and Fashion Direction, Arlene Goldstein?

I wore my most coveted suit which belonged to my Great-Grandmother, paired with the purse my Great-Great Grandmother needle pointed and my favorite Cole Haan pumps from Brazil (here).

Belk offers many of my favorite everyday lines, as well as several of the more artistic, fashion-forward brands I go to for individual statement making pieces.  Quite possibly the most exciting thing I took away from the presentation is that Belk will be carrying Cynthia Rowley by the end of March, and certainly in time for Girls Night Out at the Southpark store on Thursday, April 4th. Ms. Rowley, herself, is slated to attend.  I am hoping for a hand shake-hug, which is my professional greeting combined with the real me greeting.  The below dress and shirt are a couple of my oldest but most favorite Cynthia Rowley garments.

Most of you know that the majority of my fashion inspiration comes from my Grandmother and Great-Grandmother who were department store fashion buyers. I'll be back later to share some of my favorite pieces from Belk's spring offering, but for now, I just had to tell you about my fun meet and greet with Arlene at Belk.  It was just one more indication, for me, that the Queen City Style and where it is leading is the path for me.  Thank you for walking it with me.  Hope to see you on the 4th at Belk Southpark!

With gratitude, Whitley

The Matching Dots + Giveaway!

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All Dresses: c/o The Matching Dots. Jacket: Gap. Hat: My Grandmother's, here's one and here. Boots: Charlie 1 Horse, from Constance Consignment. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Bracelets: Bakelite thanks to summerbird. Rings: Tiffany, BCBG, Diamonds Direct. 

I had the most fun styling these adorable dresses by The Matching Dots with two of my most precious girlfriends.  You all know how much I love great design, so it was such a treat to learn the company's designer and owner went to fashion design school in Italy and worked with some pretty amazing designers prior to starting this philanthropic focused company.  This is not just a mommy and me line.  While The Matching Dots' main focus is on children's dresses, ladies don't need to have daughters to wear these adorable designs.  I am SO excited to be able to share the fun!  One lucky person will be the winner of a $70 credit gift card to The Matching Dots!  I would be remiss if I didn't mention that Donna's photographic specialty is children and family, in addition to engagement photos.  More here on my photographer extraordinaire.

Here's how to enter: 

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

2) Like The Matching Dots on Facebook.
3) Like the Queen City Style on Facebook or let me know you already have.

4) Tell me which women's or children's dress by The Matching Dots is your favorite.

Please let me know in ONE comment the ways you have entered.  This Giveaway ends Tuesday, February 12th, and the winner will be announced the next day.  Can't wait to see if you are the winner?  Take $10 off any purchase through Tuesday, February 12th, using Coupon Code: take10 at check out.  

And the winner is...

1. MommyBFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:00 PM

   Just subscribed. So excited to read more of your feed. I have two little girlie girls and love The Matching Dots website.
   
   JenniferEbullock(at)gmail(dot)com

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   whitley hamlinFebruary 11, 2013 at 9:25 PM
   Fantastic Jennifer!
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   MommyBFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:01 PM

   Following The Matching Dots FB
   
   JenniferEbullock(at)gmail(dot)com

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   MommyBFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:02 PM

   Following you on FB
   
   JenniferEbullock(at)gmail(dot)com

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   MommyBFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:03 PM

   The Little Chloe is adorable and I love Gray.
   
   JenniferEbullock(at)gmail(dot)com

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Please email me at thequeencitystyle.com!

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

xx-Whitley