Cats and Crystals

Hello Lovelies!

I hope you're having a great start to your week! These photos are from a shoot I did last week with my friend Carl. Our friend Stephen let us use his studio space since it's been getting dark so early lately and we have hectic work schedules. I'm fortunate to know a lot of sweet and creative people who are willing to offer their space/time for me.

One of the best parts about this shoot was the delicious warm tea Stephen made us and the presence of his cat in the studio. I mean just look at this cat...he totally knows how to work it in front of the camera.

What I love most about the pieces I'm wearing is how well the details tie in together. The embellished collar, scalloped cardigan, and paisley pants give this look a fun vibe. I feel fancy and whimsical in this outfit but also put together. I'll never forget the first time I met my best friend (she lives in NYC now, but will be home in 19 days!) and I was wearing a big tee with a rabbit on it and floral leggings with blue boots. She said I looked like I was dressed as a "five year old" or like I was from Alice in Wonderland. I actually take that as a compliment now....I enjoy having a cute and playful style every once in awhile.

You should check out the rest of Carl's fashion photography here! 
I hope you're all having a great Monday!

xo,
maddie

Outfit Details:
Chiffon Button Up- Forever 21
Scalloped Sweater Cardigan- Goodwill
Paisley Pants- H&M
Heeled Booties- Rampage

About Me

Hi, my name is Maddie. I'm a recent graduate from Point Park University in Pittsburgh. I majored in Global Cultural Studies. I have a passion for learning about other cultures, understanding the complexities of the world, and traveling. My other passion is, of course, fashion. I am by no means a fashion expert but I stay true to my own sense of style. I hope I am able to inspire you and show you some ideas you can apply to your own wardrobe.

I would eventually LOVE to go back to school and get my masters in fashion styling or fashion merchandising. I've wanted to start a blog for awhile to showcase my personal style. Blogs that have inspired me are Zoella, LEHAPPY, Viva Luxury, Seams for Desire, CHICMUSE, and so many others!

I am constantly shopping and may have a bit of a shoe addiction. My style ranges from classic to funky. My mom used to always tell me that whenever I would walk into a store I would always pick out the "ugliest" shoes. Today that has worked in my favor. A lot of the clothes in my closet have been pieces I've picked up from flea markets or secondhand stores. I get so thrilled when I can find a piece that's totally unique or unconventional. Another wonderful thing about thrifting is getting these one of a kind items for super cheap.

My favorite places to shop are Goodwill, Salvation Army, H&M, Urban Outfitters, LuLus, etc. My favorite thing about fashion is being creative and expressing personal style. I feel like it's important to be playful and always experiment with piecing together an outfit.

Aside from shopping, I enjoy:

• playing with my pug
• painting
• watching foreign films (mostly french and czech new wave)
• listening to shoegaze
• visiting my best friend in NYC
• playing games with my nephews 

I hope you all enjoy my blog and I'm able to offer you some inspiration. 

Photo 1: Lucky Brand Boots in Rust and patterned pants from H&M
Photo 2: Sunflower Crop Top from American Apparel
Photo 3: Bodysuit and Sequin Skirt from Buffalo Exchange
Photo 4: Stockings from StockingNoir
Photo 5: Blazer from Goodwill (and my sleepy pug Yogi)
Photo 6: Tie-dye Skirt from Burlington Coat Factory

Thanks for stopping by!
x
Maddie