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what i wore: light wash chambray button-up, tan knee high boots and purple tights from Target,  dark chambray Fossil shorts thrifted, cat eye sunnies from OC Shades, knit beige thigh high socks from Urban Outfitters
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I wore this to accompany Joelle on her photoshoot featuring the lovely , Selma. It was a lot of fun! We went to this abandoned area with silos, sheds, a house, and more. It was an incredible location, but to be honest, it was a little eery.

It was absolutely gorgeous this day, and I loved not having to wear a coat. I found these amazing shorts at Goodwill. I guess I'm lucky because I found out this is where Fossil donates their clothes. Pretty awesome! I also got them in a lighter blue, similar to the color of my shirt. Anyways, I hope I can come back to take pictures in this location sometime!

Be sure to check back for the finalized photos that Joelle took! I can't wait to see them myself!

Do you have any weird locations you like to take pictures at?

Behind-the-scenes with Joelle of Figment Art Photo

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Recently, I got the chance to shoot some behind-the-scenes photos of Joelle in action, as she was photographing Selma. It was an amazing experience. I love seeing a creative person in action! This was an amazing shoot and I cannot wait to see and share the finalized photos as well as a more in depth interview with Joelle about her photography.

We went to this abandoned area full of abandoned sheds, a house, some silos and more. There was also an incredible willow tree and a vast field. It was absolutely gorgeous, while being pretty creepy at the same time! Oh and check back tomorrow to see what I wore on this photoshoot.

Joelle goes by Figment Art Photo, and you can view her website here and her blog here.

Also, you can check out another photoshoot that Joelle did with Selma on Selma's blog here.

November Sponsor Introductions

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Remember this little behind-the-scenes preview I did earlier for the Rock N Reconstruct Holiday collection? Well, here are the gorgeous finalized photos! Aren't the dresses just adorable!? Everyone did so amazing, and I'm so honored I got the chance to be there to witness the incredible talent. These dresses are available - made to order on Rock N Reconstruct's facebook page - just shoot her a message!

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Links à la Mode

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Thanksgiving is now officially behind us, so it's time to start looking ahead to the coming holidays and all the fan-fair that comes along with them. From Black Friday shopping to holiday parties to festive DIY projects, there's a lot of inspiration in this week's Links a la Mode selections.
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I can't believe my beehive hair tutorial in collaboration with Sam made it onto this incredible list, and I'm even a part of the header! Be sure to check out all the other amazing bloggers that made it!

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I got to do a little preview and behind the scenes post on Rock N Reconstruct's Holiday collection! Also I bought these skeleton gloves for less than $2.00!

I ate some delicious authentic Chinese food cooked by my mom. I love wonton noodle soup with Chinese greens and these taro root rice cakes with a soy sauce, vinegar and sriracha mix for dipping.

I got to work the letterpress for the first time, and screwed it up, buy put the word visual the wrong way, but oh well! I still love it. The one on the right is a print my friend Weston made on the letterpress.

I found some lovely chambray Fossil shorts at the thrift store and I started a wire drawing, I'm really excited about introducing wire to my project. I really love working with it.

I got to hang out with my lovely friend Brooke, and spent a lot of time with my family, especially on Thanksgiving, and ate lots of yummy food all day long.

I got to meet Selma's adorable kitten Chico, and fell in love with her instantly! I mean, look at that face! Also, I got to shoot some behind-the-scenes photos of Joelle (of Figment Art Photo) doing a photoshoot with Selma.

I braved Black Friday at the mall with Selma. Here are the photos I snapped with my phone. I also managed to lose my phone at Gap at one point, but someone amazing turned it in to the cash register. I am so thankful for that.

I fell in love with this snake ring, and I'm a little sad I didn't buy it, but it was a little awkward to wear. Then after braving Black Friday I settled down with some awesome tea my mom gave me earlier!

How was your week!? Tell me about it.

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1. Jo of Lost in the Haze's floral crown is so pretty, but how absolutely stunning does she look in these photos!?


2. I absolutely adore these new rings from Moorea Seal's etsy shop! The shark tooth one is so pretty! Use code: KOISTORY to receive 10% off your purchase from her shop!


3. Amy from A is for Ampersand is wearing the most darling raspberry cape coat ever!


4. I am absolutely smitten with Keiko of Keiko Lynn's outfit in these photos, she always has the best color combinations and stuff!


5. Vogue is celebrating 120 years of Vogue covers with this awesome book called Vogue: The Covers. I found these covers via Honestly...WTF.


6. Yay, Selma made her blog, Being Selma public again, and she's styling a pair of shorts she bought from my etsy shop! How cute is she?!


7. I am absolutely smitten with Islabell of A Fine Day For Sailing's mustard lace dress, lovely blue cape and pretty fur hat!


8. I am jealous of Kaylah of The Dainty Squid's nailpolish collection! I also loved the way she organized it!



9. I love Rebecca of Manzanita's mini paint your boots DIY and then how she styled them on Thanksgiving! How cute are those boots in red!?


10. Alix of the Cherry Blossom Girl has awesome style. I especially love these transparent lace boots she's wearing in these photos!


11. Kirstin of Crimson Rosella is absolutely adorable. I adore the pretty leopard print peeking collar and her leather skirt!


12. Ashley of Fancy Fine is always adorable. I love the lovely neutral tones she is wearing in this outfit! Don't you love how much fun she looks like she's having in all of her posts?


13. I am gushing over some of the pieces from Rodarte's A/W collection that I discovered via Q's Daydream Vintage.


14. I adore this collage of portable manual typewriters that Katrina of Pugly Pixel posted! I've always wanted a typewriter and these are adorable.



15. I adore these re-imagined hair comb illustrations by Eirian Chapman, I discovered via Rebecca of The Clothes Horse.

Extra Links

Make Your Own Coffee Syrup - A great gift idea from A Beautiful Mess
DIY Peter Pan collar tutorial via Wayward Daughter
3 tips on how to stay motivated while working from home via The Dainty Squid
Kara and Moorea styling monochromatic outfits on I Just Might Explode

New Blogs I've discovered and enjoyed:

Someone Like You
Smitten
Wildflower
Wayward Daughter
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