Becoming

There are moments in life when we know it's time to step it up- 

when we know we have outgrown fits, styles, and perspectives. 

How we dress from day to day is a significant outlet to document our personal growth.

Danielle, a past prom client, contacted us seeking styling help to spruce up her work attire. Unexpectedly employed as a teacher at a vocational school- and the youngest one at that- she sought to project her maturity, but with some flair.  Her sophistication for her age never ceases to amaze me. Fashionably, on usual occasions, one can find her in a solid v-neck cotton T under a long cardigan, belt wrapped over and around both, blue jeans, and flats.  There was no reason to steer too far away from that. 

We found the cardigan first, it's sort of an abstract floral/animal print crossbreed. She wasn't used to wearing tight cardigans, but we all loved this new fit on her. She also foresaw herself wearing it out dancing with heavier accessories. Even better. The cobalt blue blouse under is sheer, which enveloped perfectly without all the bulky fuss.  The gray skinny jeans, her own, allowed her silhouette to shine, and the simple black pumps insist a higher elevation of maturity. Wonderful new proportion and height twists.  

The belt is so much fun. It wraps all the colors together and is a great texture addition without being too over the top. She can also wear it with simple black dresses or looser solid collar cotton button ups for the nightlife. We also found an indigo pencil skirt with a wide waist band and nice pleat details, to wear with her solid color T's, but unfortunately, there are no pictures available. Thanks Danielle for the opportunity! 

Moreover, here are some other noteworthy finds of the day...

She fits boys' blazers. Lucky! 

Now, this sequin top was TOO much fun to wear, so fun that I couldn't see myself ever wearing it, but twirling around in it was satisfying enough...

Curtain closing, the end, for now.