How to Wear Floral Pants

You may or may not be a fan of the floral pant trend. For some, it reminds them of the 80's and early 90's, and I guess that's a bad thing. For me, a lover of bright colored denim, I am ALL over this trend. In addition to buying these pretty pants from Target that are showcased in the February issue of EMMA Magazine, I just bought a pair of satin pants from Macy's for a grand total of $16.98. Let's hear it for this bargain hunter! WOOP WOOP! So, if you are not on board yet, check out the images below of the Target pants that I styled three ways. You can wear them causally with a tank, throw on some stripes, or dress them up with a peplum top. Have fun!

Photography by Michelle Herrick Makeup by Stephanie Neiheisel Hair by Amber Tillinghast Wardrobe Styling by AVE Styles Modeling by Diana Steffen

Being a Working Mom

Part of the reason why I started this blog was to share my journey in becoming a fashion stylist. And now that it has been three years since  my leap of faith into the fashion industry, this blog has served as a place for me to update you with career news in addition to fashion trends. Thus, I thought I would touch on what it has been like to be a working stylist and a mom at the same time.

Being an emotional person, it has shocked me that I haven't really cried very much throughout the journey of pregnancy and motherhood. I thought I would be a bit of a basket case, but instead, I've become incredibly calm and patient. I credit God for this new found sense of peace. However, this past December I think I spent a whole day teary-eyed and overwhelmed by the thought of possibly having to give up styling. Let's just say the cost of childcare pretty much negates what I earn through styling, and it's very hard to bring a baby with you and work.

Obviously, my family comes before work, but it's also important to spend time doing things that replenish your soul. For me, creating art is part of that process. So, I realized right now that just means doing less styling for a season, but it doesn't have to go completely away. I'll still be doing closet sessions, personal shopping and styling photo shoots, but I just wont be doing as many as I normally do.

You've heard me talk about EMMA Magazine a couple times before. This magazine was started by young moms like myself that completely understand the struggle of balancing motherhood, marriage and our art forms. Working for EMMA is definitely one place I can bring Elle and still do my craft. Here are some photos showing us with our babies on set.

If you're reading this and you are a mom or would love to one day be one, know that the transition in becoming a mom is hard and amazing at the same time. But it doesn't mean you need to completely say good-bye to your passion. It just will take a back seat to a new found joy - loving on a beautiful baby.

Photos by Alejandra Vidal and Michelle Herrick.

Spring Beauty: Must Haves

It's almost time for spring; which is, in my opinion, the best season for beauty trends. Here are a few products I love or can't wait to try! First up: Lip Tar! If you haven't tried this product yet, you definitely should! It's a long lasting lipstick that comes in SO many hues, and Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics products are 100% vegan and cruelty free, which is a huge plus.

Another in the lips category: Revlon Lip Butter. This is essentially a moisturizing lipstick, but it comes in great spring time colors such as Tutti Frutti (a bright, coral orange) and Sweet Tart (a bold pink)

For eyes: I think we will gravitate away from the liquid, cat-eye liner from fall and winter towards softer shades in pencil liner for spring. Try the Urban Decay 24/7 Gilde-On Eye Pencil in a dark plum or navy.

For your face: I'm not much of a blush girl, but Bobbi Brown's Pot Rouge in Pale Pink looks like a perfect color for spring. This cream blush also multitasks as lip color, so you get two-for-one!

For your nails: This is my favorite category of beauty. Although my nails chip the second I step away from the polish, I am crazy about nail color. Essie has a wide range of pastel shades that are just right for spring time. My personal favorite is Lilacism, a pale lavender.

Styling A Winter Scarf

Scarves are a great addition to many outfits, but styling a warm, bulky, fit for cold weather scarf can be difficult. In order to not look like the bag lady of the neighborhood, here's some examples of winter scarf style that works. A long, knit scarf paired with a short jacket and casually draped over your shoulders is probably the simplest, easiest way to wear your winter scarf.

A navy scarf knotted in the front looks great with an all neutral outfit and loose, wavy hair.

Throw on a faux fur stole over your puffer jacket for extra warmth that looks even more chic than a regular knit.

Wear your scarf in a totally different way- as a hood!

All images by: Stockholm Streetstyle

My Favorite Accessory: Hats

Hats are one accessory I can always have more of, I'm not sure what it is about them; maybe because putting on a hat makes you look mysterious? Or more likely, because putting on a hat hides your bad hair day. Whether it's a wide brimmed fedora, an athletic baseball cap, or a Jil Sander veiled beanie, a hat is the perfect topper for any outfit.

Images by: Grazia.it, We Wore What, Garance Doré, The Blonde Salad, Jak & Jil