Fashion School: How to Show Skin Tastefully

My last mom post "Sexy Fashion for Moms" seemed to be well received. Apparently, there are a lot of mommas out there that long to be in touch with their inner femme fatale without looking too scantily clad. This post is another little tip on feeling sexy without looking like you" are trying too hard."Read more »

10 Must Have Fall Fashion Staples for 2016

Unlike the past couple of years, this Fall will be introducing several new styles to spice up your closet. Print your 10 Must Haves List for this upcoming Fall 2016 season here! Just click the image and download. Read more »

How to Embrace 3 Fashion Personalities with one Outfit

 As a Gemini, I like to embrace my many different sides. Sometimes I like flirty, fun and other times I prefer the classic style...ad what about when I want to take on my nerdy chic side? In this post I will show you 3 looks without changing your fashion. The differences are slight, but just enough to harness a slight change in persona. Now, I give you, a beach style outfit with three different...

Beauty Products for the Modern Classic Woman

I like to describe my true style as the modern classic. Of course I shoot in fun colorful outfits to show the styles of the seasons, but if I could choose my every day wear, it would be a mix of Chanel and Manolo Blahnik. My beauty choices are no different. Flawless foundation, red lips, black accessories, and a feminine fresh, subtle scent. Read more »

Sexy Fashion for Moms

Now I am not calling myself sexy by any means, but I do have to admit, I have been exploring fashion options that make me feel more like a "woman" at the ripe old age of 30. Being a mom, it is very hard to get away with revealing clothes, not that I would even feel comfortable in my 20's garb. Low cut necklines and tummy tops? "AS IF"....right Clueless? Lately I have been stocking the shop with...

Interview: Fashion Photographer - Madison Yen

 As a female entrepreneur, I just love inspirational stories from fellow business women who have taken the leap into the scary, yet rewarding world of self employment.  Local Memphis fashion and wedding photographer, Madison Yen, has discovered a new love that not only completes her her more passionate side, but has quickly become her full time job.Read more »

The Classic

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Fashion Inspiration: Graffiti Edge

I love the artistic edge of graffiti meets fashion. We have our fair share of graffiti in the city of Memphis but not all of it would be considered vandalism. The artistic murals of midtown and downtown give many little hidden nooks an artistic flair. In this post I chose a modern pinup inspired dress to rock the popular Memphis 50's fashion, bringing a collision of the rockin' past with the...