Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts

Monday, May 14, 2012

Curate Consciously

C u r a t e  C o n s c i o u s l y


Every consumer is a curator, and your wardrobe is a museum. Some favor abstracts, others modern pieces, while many have blank canvas of whites, and blacks that beg to be accessorized. Purchasing temporary trends with a disposable shelf is a poor investment strategy. I've found an effective way to shop consciously and feel beautiful. 

There are correlations between the colors that inspire you, the fabric that comforts you, scents that invigorate you, and the amount of femininity or masculinity that allow you to feel sexy. 

Become aware of the moments that you feel your best. Look down at what you're wearing. Take note of the colors, the fabric, the fit, and your jewelry. Are you able to pin point one  item that you were glad to have worn? Think about the qualities this item has that you appreciate. This is something I do that enables me to build a collection of pieces that I'm truly excited about. 

Once you become aware of the connection between your feelings and the clothing you wear, shopping becomes focused and rewarding.
 Struggling to keep up with trends that become obsolete on their ride home is nonsense. 

Curate Consciously.

xo,
Jill Buxie

On a flight home from Arizona
Dress: Macalistaire at 1850 (vintage)
Link Bracelet: J Crew
Floral Cloisonne Bangle: Macalistaire at 1850 (vintage)
Copper Bangle: Museum Piece
Ring: Deja Vu Antiques and Collectibles
Jcrew Jewelry

Gunpowder and Honey


Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Fashion Therapy For Fall: color, texture, scent


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Personal style is a unique artistic evolution that we all have in common. It’s my belief that style involves all of our senses. The scents and colors that attract us, and even the foods we crave, all influence our choices when buying. What I find most interesting is the way we choose to combine our clothes once we get home. There are countless ways to layer, to accessorize, and to maximize the natural movement of a piece while we walk.  Our taste in art, furniture, and the way we travel are just more opportunities to display our unique point of view.

J Crew
Wide Calf Hair Belt
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J. Peterman
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Foley + Corinna
Asymmetric Sheath Dress
Planet Blue
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Kuumba
Black Coconut Fragrance Oil
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J. Peterman
          Multiple Personality Blazer
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Although summer is gone, I’m still drawn to all things tropical. From the ingredients I use to prepare my meals, my fragrance, and the pops of color that show up in my wardrobe choices. With a focus on the appropriate use of color and prints I’ve been having lots of fun choosing some new fall pieces to compliment my collection.
                            enjoy,
                                       xx jb





YSL CHYC Coin Purse in Turquoise Textured Leather
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J. Peterman
Antique French Glass Canisters
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J. Peterman
Tamerlane Coat
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Jeffrey Campbell
Ponderosa Boot
free people
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J. Crew
Mona Suede Pumps in wild berry
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