Mermaids. My Muse.

Mermaids are the epitome of imagination. freedom. beauty. 

As a child I had a treasure box filled with knick-knacks—one of my most treasured possessions being a picture of a mermaid my grandmother tore from a magazine.  She told me that it was real, and I believed her.  I still have a huge draw to these mythical creatures.  The idea of them intrigues me...

It inspired me then...It inspires me now (Fashionably Formed "Muse").

Camano Island. COSTCO swimwear :). Photographer: Daddy-kins

Discovery Park. Ilha Swimwear. Photographer: John Addison

Summer's SPLASH of Color

Life. It's Beautiful.

Golden Gardens

Discovery Park

Someone painted the sidewalk...I like it.

Hipster for a Day

Today I was a hipster.

Styling: Carlynne Morrison (pieced together with C.Mor.Threads Vintage finds)
Make-up: Hailey Opacich of M.A.C.
Photography: John Addison & Andrew Jacobs
*image taken on my camera phone for a little teaser, as the photos are processed!


From hanging from the side of a parked semi-truck to climbing a ladder on the side of a building to lying on the floor with some orange bowling balls, my morning was an exciting one!  It's always fun to play dress-up--oversized glasses, pink jumpsuits, & bright lipstick have transformative powers.  I had fun being a hipster for the day.

What is a "hipster", you ask?  Well read Urban Dictionary's definition for a great answer.

***Disclaimer*** In no way are we making fun of my friendly hipster folk--merely joining in on the fun :).

Hipster-inspired Shoot-Inspiration Board

Wednesday calls for an early rise to brighten the day with COLOR.  Partnering with photographer John Addison & Hailey Opacich of M.A.C. Cosmetics, my mid-week morning will be a collaboration of creativity.

Be looking forward to images featuring bubble-gum lips, fall trends, and bowling alley fun.

Fall 2011 trends featured in this mood board include:

Color:
3.1 Phillip Lim
Chloe
Pantone Color Palette

60's Plaid:            
Celine

Rubber Shoes:      
Burberry (men's)

Make Me a Movie Star (circa 1920's)

Today, I was a movie star from the 1920's.  

Louise Brooks.  

"The great art of films does not consist of descriptive movement of face and body but in the movements of thought and soul transmitted in a kind of intense isolation."

C.Mor. Threads' headpiece made for the shoot with vintage flowers & wire

I was gifted a haircut & given the opportunity to style wardrobe under an inspiring theme.

One of the 3 outfits included my great-grandmother's slip from the 1920's & a C.Mor.Threads tu-tu (pictured above).

Thank you Corrinna for your gorgeous translation!  1920's turned 2011. 

She's a superstar!  Visit Corrinna at the downtown Seattle Gene Juarez Salon 

and treat yourself to a fabulous conversation, relaxing experience & thorough haircut.

*Images from the photo shoot will be posted in a few weeks!

Dreamin

Are you living your dream?—utilizing each moment to better yourself and the world around you?

One of my favorite quotes since high school: “don’t sort of maybe live, but live like you are going all out-- like you’re not afraid.” By who?—none else than my favorite Sue Monk Kidd (I might over-quote her..)

I have been blessed with an amazing summer so far.  Here I trace my dreams coming true—even be they small J.

Family Time.

Splashing through Cal Anderson fountain (shh..).

Jogging along the Puget Sound in the sunshine.

BBQ in the park.

Beach time and Puget Sound plunge.

Dancing.

Relaxation.

Washington road trips.

Organization. Reflection. Growth.

Building Friendships.

Becoming Inspired.

Collaborating.

Creating.

Life should be an adventure.  What do you make of it?

DREAM 

GREAT Internship Opportunity!

A friend of aLIVE Fashion Show (we were featured in their blog AND used a lovely employee as a model in our show), Jenesequa is an online magazine that is pushing to become an iPad magazine & website.  As there is a lot of beautiful work to be done, I want to provide you with information on a great internship opportunity.  Here is the information:

Jenesequa, a start-up independent fashion, beauty and style iPad magazine and website, is seeking virtual editors, social media/PR and graphic design interns to start immediately.

*Graphic Designers' talents most needed*

Editor Qualifications
-Strong writing, editing skills, research and interviewing skills
-Basic understanding of WordPress and/or Content Management System and photo editing skills
-Self-starter with a can-do attitude who enjoys problem-solving
-A background in English, Communications or Journalism
-Interest in fashion, beauty and style is a must

Editor Responsibilities:
- Writing/editing content for iPad magazine/website, interviewing subjects.
- Online and on the street research
- Have an open and creative mind
- Brainstorming content ideas and planning execution of such ideas
- Contributing/Developing strategic, creative ideas for each issue

Graphic Designer Qualifications:
- Be able to work fast and efficiently in a “virtual” team environment
- Self-starter, motivated, has a team-attitude and enjoys analysis and problem solving
- Knowledge of Photoshop is a MUST
- A background in Graphic Design preferred. Blogging acceptable.
- Literacy in HTML is preferred.
- Interest in fashion, beauty and style a must.

Graphic Designer Responsibilities: 
- Collage creation for iPad magazine/website
- Layout development/creation for iPad magazine
- Online research
- Photo editing
- Uploading online image galleries

If you desire experience in the magazine/media world and are excited to work in the fashion media industry with experts and professionals, this role is for you.

Minimum 10 hours a week. Position is unpaid but school credit is available if needed. Please email resume and a paragraph on why you would be interested in working for an iPad style magazine, samples of your work (blogs will do!) and availability to contact@jenesequa.com.

http://jenesequa.com/

aLIVE one-week past.

Mike Feichtner Photography

It has been one week since the culmination of aLIVE Fashion Show.  What a celebration!  Thank you to all that were involved.  I hope you left inspired.

For images from the show visit: john addison
For a review of the event visit: glam.spoon
A video of aLIVE is currently in process...stay tuned!

Thank you to everyone that made aLIVE happen!

Until the next event...