Full sequin gems with un-necessary bottoms are all over the thrift store.
I picked this one up YEARS ago and finally found the perfect occasion to bust it out.
A quick snip and I was all dressed up and ready to go!
Of course I prefer the non-cropped version of this pic LOL!!
THIS is how you do 29!
Eat what you want...and cut the fuss over candles.
It was nothing but a pleasure to dress my bestie for her birthday!
She makes everything such a breeze and I'm BEYOND lucky to have such a talented friend.
Can't WAIT for you all to see the new sit...we've been working our butts off!
Seamingly yours,
J. Michael
Who's down to spend hundreds of dollars on one piece? I.e. one dress...worn once....every 2 years?
Not me...anymore.
Regardless of where you are in life, you've spent hard earned money on formal wear for someone else's occasion, OR will soon be in the same boat. This post is to encourage you to skip that boat sinking ship.
At this point, Rent the Runway has been killing the game for years.
The "every girl's dream" start up was created by Jennifer Hyman and Jennifer Fleiss in 2009 and has grown into a multi-million dollar one-stop-shop for thousands of women.
Click this link to see a video showcasing their story.
This red dress fit like a dream! It was elegant, flowy, comfy on the dance floor and a compliment magnet.
This was most certainly a pricier selection for me, but renting a knockout designer piece over purchasing a trendy fast fashion throw away dress makes more sense now than ever. While prepping for this post in my mind (yes...that is a thing), it dawned on me how crucial this business model is for our "I have nothing to wear" culture. I'll cover more about this impact on a later post.
I've personally never ordered accessories, handbags, or casual day wear from the site. I usually reserve my RTR dollars for weddings or engagement parties, but with this last experience, I may give some casual wear a go.
The Beaux and I had an amazing night.
Seamingly yous,
J. Michael
Bodycons have never been my go to item for several reasons...you can't eat, slouch,
take long strides, run in a pinch, etc.
So needless to say I ALMOST passed on this 90s orange dress during my last sourcing trip.
The length and material were definitely the selling point on this one.
*Hair flips*
Beyond easy to pin, add two seams, cut the sides, and go!
Thrift Tip:
Don't shy away from something that's one/two sizes to big.
When it comes to tailoring your closet that can be the best starting point!
Took these pics on the Southside in the sticks because the madre made a last minute visit.
Hence the blogger's quintessential railroad track scene.
Thanks big bro for the pics :)
This 70s bucket bag perfection came from @_itspoppin vintage
....and this is how I wrap!
Seamingly yours,
J. Michael
