Sunday, January 13, 2013

Green Jeans Consignment Giveaway


If you've followed along the Queen City Style for the last year, you know I love a Green Jeans Consignment Sale.  Green Jeans Consignment is Charlotte's most talked about 4-day shopping event for Women and Teens.  The buck stops here, featuring new and gently worn brand name and designer fashion (clothing, shoes, handbags and accessories) for all ages, including sizes 0 to Plus and Maternity.  Items are priced to move, and they do, very fast.  If, on the other hand, you are looking to de-clutter your closets and make some easy extra cash, today is your lucky day!  The ladies of Green Jeans Consignment are giving away one Too Busy to Tag Service for one of their upcoming spring sales. Here's the low-down...

  • The Giveaway: One Too Busy to Tag Service ($25 Value ~ Reality… priceless cause it’s your time). 
  • What's Included:  Curbside Pick-up (Greater Charlotte area), Item entry, Tagging and Item Transport to Sale. 
  • How you make your money and the Rules: Too Busy to Tag Winner will receive 50% of her sales (check will be mailed less than two weeks after the sale).  The standard $10 consignor registration fee still applies and must be paid via Paypal or personal check. Winner’s items must be ready for pick-up by:  Friday, February 15 for Southpark or Friday, March 29 for Lake Norman.

A few items I'm consigning...





Here are all the ways you may enter to win:


1) Mandatory Entry: Must be a follower of the Queen City Style via Email or Bloglovin'.
2) Mandatory Entry: Share your email with Green Jeans Consignment
HERE under E-News Sign-up (Green Jeans will not sell or share your
information – EVER and only send emails prior to seasonal sales).
3) Like Green Jeans Consignment on Facebook.
4) Like the Queen City Style on Facebook.
5) Share this giveaway on Facebook.  
Be sure to tag Green Jeans Consignment & the Queen City Style!
6) Tell me why you need this service.

AND THE WINNER IS...

Hey there! I need this because I am a slave to my job and have no time to tag all the great things I have to consign. I've done em all 1,2,3,4,5,6!!!



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

Please let me know in ONE comment, all the ways you have entered.  
This Giveaway ends on Sunday, January 20th, and the winner will be announced the next day.

Thanks for being here, and good luck!
xx-Whitley 

Thursday, January 10, 2013

Celebrate In Vintage

Dress from Hong Kong Vintage, Corral Boots, ASOS Clutch, Vintage necklace and cocktail ring, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Harris & Barnes, the Queen City Style
via Daniel Coston

Dress from Hong Kong Vintage, Corral Boots, ASOS Clutch, Vintage necklace and cocktail ring, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Harris & Barnes, the Queen City Style
via Daniel Coston

via Bluesol Photography

via Bluesol Photography


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

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Denim On Denim

Denim on Denim, the Queen City Style, Forever 21 Chambray Shirt, Zara Ripped Jeans, Vintage Coach Cross Body Bag, Blinde Sunglasses, Jewelmint Bee Earrings, Ralph Lauren Cable Cashmere Sweater from summerbird, Charlie 1 Horse Boots from Constance Consignment, Diamonds Direct, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Donna Jernigan Photography, Moments By Donna, TrySports

Denim on Denim, the Queen City Style, Forever 21 Chambray Shirt, Zara Ripped Jeans, Vintage Coach Cross Body Bag, Blinde Sunglasses, Jewelmint Bee Earrings, Ralph Lauren Cable Cashmere Sweater from summerbird, Charlie 1 Horse Boots from Constance Consignment, Diamonds Direct, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Donna Jernigan Photography, Moments By Donna, TrySports

Denim on Denim, the Queen City Style, Forever 21 Chambray Shirt, Zara Ripped Jeans, Vintage Coach Cross Body Bag, Blinde Sunglasses, Jewelmint Bee Earrings, Ralph Lauren Cable Cashmere Sweater from summerbird, Charlie 1 Horse Boots from Constance Consignment, Diamonds Direct, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Donna Jernigan Photography, Moments By Donna, TrySports

Denim on Denim, the Queen City Style, Forever 21 Chambray Shirt, Zara Ripped Jeans, Vintage Coach Cross Body Bag, Blinde Sunglasses, Jewelmint Bee Earrings, Ralph Lauren Cable Cashmere Sweater from summerbird, Charlie 1 Horse Boots from Constance Consignment, Diamonds Direct, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Donna Jernigan Photography, Moments By Donna, TrySports

Denim on Denim, the Queen City Style, Forever 21 Chambray Shirt, Zara Ripped Jeans, Vintage Coach Cross Body Bag, Blinde Sunglasses, Jewelmint Bee Earrings, Ralph Lauren Cable Cashmere Sweater from summerbird, Charlie 1 Horse Boots from Constance Consignment, Diamonds Direct, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Donna Jernigan Photography, Moments By Donna, TrySports

Shirt: Forever 21, similar. Jeans: Zara, similar pair. Sweater: Ralph Lauren from summerbird, here's one. Boots: Charlie 1 Horse, mine are from Constance Consignment. Purse: Coach, belonged to my mother, current version here. Belt: old, similar. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Earrings: Jewelmint, also like these. Bracelets: My Grandmother's, Grandmother-in-law's, Stella & Dot. Rings: Tiffany, Diamonds Direct.

How do you feel about denim on denim?  I've had mixed emotions about it over time.  I think mainly because while I feel it is a very all American classic look, it can also get a little trendy.  The former I am drawn to, the latter not so much.  I paired my denim look with two more American staples; a vintage Coach bag and cowboy boots, then dressed it up just smidge with small sparkly jewels and a cashmere cable knit.  In all honesty, this might as well be my uniform.  I wear any part of this outfit at least three days a week, if not the entire outfit three days a week.  I definitely love casual and comfortable. How about you?  Any regulars on rotation in your closet?  

I hope your week is terrific!  
As ever, thanks so much for being here! Whitley

Sunday, January 6, 2013

Making Waves

I recently conducted my first radio interview as the Queen City Style.  Thanks to Francene Marie Morris via CBS Radio Charlotte for the amazing opportunity and to the awesome Jenni Walker and Walker PR Group, LLC, for recommending me.  If you'd like, please listen HERE :).


Hope you had a spectacular weekend! Whitley

Thursday, January 3, 2013

True Love at Hong Kong Vintage

Vintage Dress, J. Crew Boots, Chanel Quilted Purse, ZoeLynn and Co. headband, Blinde Sunglasses, Diamonds Direct bands, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Melinda Maria Grecian Ring, hong kong vintage, the Queen City Style, Jewelmint necklace

Vintage Dress, J. Crew Boots, Chanel Quilted Purse, ZoeLynn and Co. headband, Blinde Sunglasses, Diamonds Direct bands, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Melinda Maria Grecian Ring, hong kong vintage, the Queen City Style, Jewelmint necklace

Vintage Dress, J. Crew Boots, Chanel Quilted Purse, ZoeLynn and Co. headband, Blinde Sunglasses, Diamonds Direct bands, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Melinda Maria Grecian Ring, hong kong vintage, the Queen City Style, Jewelmint necklace

Vintage Dress, J. Crew Boots, Chanel Quilted Purse, ZoeLynn and Co. headband, Blinde Sunglasses, Diamonds Direct bands, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Melinda Maria Grecian Ring, hong kong vintage, the Queen City Style, Jewelmint necklace

Vintage Dress, J. Crew Boots, Chanel Quilted Purse, ZoeLynn and Co. headband, Blinde Sunglasses, Diamonds Direct bands, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Melinda Maria Grecian Ring, hong kong vintage, the Queen City Style, Jewelmint necklace

Vintage Dress, J. Crew Boots, Chanel Quilted Purse, ZoeLynn and Co. headband, Blinde Sunglasses, Diamonds Direct bands, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Melinda Maria Grecian Ring, hong kong vintage, the Queen City Style, Jewelmint necklace

Vintage Dress, J. Crew Boots, Chanel Quilted Purse, ZoeLynn and Co. headband, Blinde Sunglasses, Diamonds Direct bands, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Melinda Maria Grecian Ring, hong kong vintage, the Queen City Style, Jewelmint necklace

Vintage Dress, J. Crew Boots, Chanel Quilted Purse, ZoeLynn and Co. headband, Blinde Sunglasses, Diamonds Direct bands, Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring, Melinda Maria Grecian Ring, hong kong vintage, the Queen City Style, Jewelmint necklace

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??!

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

New Year's Greens











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In true southern fashion, what New Year's meal is complete without a big 'ole hearty pot of 
fat-soaked collard greens?  Take fashion inspiration from your surroundings; even your food!
 
Thank you SO much for all the Facebook love!!  With two weeks remaining in 2012, I set out to try to reach 1,000 thumbs ups by 2013.  At the time, 780 was the number; a high goal on which to set sights.  The power of grass roots and your support made it happen in about a weeks time.  If you are one of those new thumbs up, right back atcha!  I hope you will enjoy visiting the Queen City Style as much as I enjoy sharing it with you.

Here's tomade a carefree, creative and Happy, Happy New Year!
I can't wait to share with you some of the fun projects in store for the Queen City Style! 
Many blessings and lots of love,
xx-Whitley

Sunday, December 30, 2012

the Queen City Style 2012 Top 10

One more day and 2012 is a wrap!  Keeping this short and sweet... Grateful for my blessings and (yes) struggles, I entered 2012 saying out loud "This is going to be a great year!"  For many reasons it was one of the most difficult years and for many reasons, including the Queen City Style and you, it was one of the greatest.  Thanks for being here with me. If the Queen City Style delivers you a fraction of the joy I receive sharing it with you, I consider 2012 a W-I-N.  May 2013 bring you and your loved ones many blessings, great opportunity, hope, faith, patience and understanding for others, will, determination and strength, good health, and most importantly, lots and lots of love... and anything else I may have neglected to include that you are seeking.  In my best effort to choose my favorite looks for 2012, counting backwards, here are my personal Top 10 favs.  I've looked at these, and I wonder, is there consistency?  What do these images say about my personal style?  Do you have an opinion??  Do you have a favorite here?  Is there something more or different you'd like to see?  I would love to know.  Once again, a big 'ole THANKS for being here!!!

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Coach, the Queen City Style, Charlie 1 Horse Boots, Pendleton Coat, Zara Jeans, The Bechtler Museum Charlotte, NC, CAbi Turtleneck, Donna Jernigan Photography, Moments by Donna

KK Bloom Boutique Dress, Charlotte, NC, the Queen City Style, JJ Winters Clutch, Lipp Boutique, Blinde Sunglasses

Pastel Eclectic, Everybody Everywear, the Queen City Style, BCBG Runway Collection, Banana Republic Clutch, Gap Hat, Belk pashmina, Finity vest, the Queen City Style

Woman Shops World Dog Leash, CiGi Guz jacket, Jessica Simpson Jean Shorts, Blinde Sunglasses, BCBG Shoes, Chanel Purse, the Queen City Style

Vintage Lillie Rubin, Bakelite Bracelets, summerbird, JJ Winters Chain Bag, Blinde Natural Born Thriller Sunglasses, the Queen City Style, birdsong brewery, Noda

Ann Roth Shoes Bag, Steve Madden Shoes, J. Crew Dot Skirt, Anthropologie Skirt, Bauble Bar Earrings, the Queen City Style

J. Crew, Steve Madden Pumps, CiGi Guz Skirt, Bakelite Bangles, summerbird, the Queen City Style

summerbird, Giorgio Armani, Tory Burch, Blinde Eywear, Chanel, Melinda Maria, the Queen City Style

Zara Belt, Vintage Dress, Luv Aj Earrings, Melinda Maria Ring, Blinde Sunglasses, the Queen City Style

ASOS dress, the Queen City Style, Blinde Sunglasses, Bauble Bar

I wish you all the best for a stylish, happy and love-filled 2013!!
With much gratitude, Whitley