Cupcake Ella in Pink

Ella dyed her hair and became even more beautiful? Idk I guess it was possible. 

Today we played in pink. Pink is the new black. 

Ella's pink vintage Corvette tee is bombbbbb. 

My room had nice. rainy day lighting.

And Ella is such a ridiculous model. Am I rite?

Bushwick- a perfect backdrop.

Pink.

 Light, baby pink baby. 

Because we're obsessed. 

Fresh and Precious 

<3 Cupcakella

Best Vintage Shops in Brooklyn: 10ft Single by Stella Dallas

Located just a few blocks from the ever-popular Bedford Ave, 10 ft Single is the place to shop for vintage clothing in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Similar to it's East Village sister store, Stella Dallas, 10ft single's walls, ceilings, and floors are packed with glorious vintage pieces for both men and women. Their extremely extensive collection has landed 10ft Single on Brooklyn's best vintage lists since it opened five years ago. If you are a vintage junkie, it would be a disservice not to visit this ultra-hip gem located right in the heart of Williamsburg. 

10 ft Single's collection represents every era imaginable. One can find a full collection of 80s band t-shirts, a rack of WW2 military jackets, and a room full of vintage dresses from the 20s to today. Easily organized by color, era, and size, 10ft Single is surprisingly easy to navigate. Often it is difficult to find what you need at a thrift store but here, it is certainly not the case. Need a floor-length fur from the 20s? Allow a super-trendy employee to lead you to the fur room of course! 

10 ft Single is divided into two main rooms. The first room is dedicated to hats, boots, jewelry, and the bulk of the women's vintage dress collection. In the rear, one can find the "American Vintage Room." 

If you are looking for Levis denim, broken-in boots, American varsity jackets, vintage hunting gear, old cable-knit sweaters, or US military garments, you will never leave the American Vintage Room at 

10 ft Single. Classic, vintage American is an aesthetic Williamsburg locals wonderfully embody on the streets of Brooklyn. The location of this shop couldn't be more appropriate.  

Next time you are in the neighborhood, make sure to stop by 10 ft Single on North 6th and Metropolitan Ave. We promise you will enjoy what they have in store. 

Because we're obsessed. 

Fresh and Precious

Hashtag American Apparel

American Apparel has been my home since the first week I arrived in the city. Growing up, I was short of obsessed with the American Apparel brand. I actually attribute most of my current style to this store. The vintage cuts, in Americana style...give it to me. 

And here I am, in New York City, managing a freaking AA. Who knew?

Working at American Apparel is like going to high school where all the kids are the cool kids. It's quite nice. Say hi to Aly in her chiffon print and vintage cat-eyes. This look totally encompasses the dark poet from LA look that Aly so wonderfully embodies.  

And all we do is like....play with colorful clothes all day. 

And take selfies. 

And play in more colorful clothes. 

My girl Paige was featured on the American Apparel NYC instagram last week after Paige and I took some pictures outside the downtown Brooklyn location. It was cool to see my pictures on the insta. Again, who knew?

AA bitches be fierce. There really is nothing else to it. Lorraine is rocking the off-the-shoulder crop top and red pencil skirt like she owns the damn place. And the houndstooth skater dress on the right is to DIE for. Look at that side boob. 

I really am so obsessed with these clothes....it is borderline unhealthy. Praise the lord for the discount. 

I got to be on the instagram too! #instafame #aamodels #amarepareforlyfe

I've really met some beautiful and stylish people in the world of AA so far

 and I can't wait to meet even more. 

Because we're obsessed. 

Fresh and Precious 

Spring Style in the South

m- The past couple of weeks I've had the wonderful pleasure to sit my ass down for a minute. It has been sufficiently refreshing. Coming home to Raleigh, North Carolina has always had its ups and downs but this time around, it was nothing but ups. Joining me on this refresh, are my old Raleigh friends from High School and before. There really is nothing better than being home with old friends and enjoying life for a little while. With the weather being more than perfect lately, we have been enjoying it well. 

It all started with mimosas. Amy and I had a religious experience with bottomless mimosas in SF a few months ago and there has been no turning back. Every day has turned into mid-day mimosa day and there have been no complaints from the peanut gallery.

Mimosas lead to dinner nights. Wine and grilled goodness. We know how to do it. 

With good food comes good company:

Katie: Hostess and chef. Katie always serves us a big ole plate of hospitality and

 usually does it in a cute spring dress. 

Amy: Provider of entertainment. She's a good time folks.

 And she has a great card game for after dinner. 

Harrison: Makes sure the wine glass stays full and the person plays their hand in cards.

Sara: Also provider of entertainment. Sara keeps us smiling and is always dressed dapper and fresh.

Lucy is a frequent guest to our gatherings. She is ALWAYS fresh and precious. 

Pictures of her soon. 

Ya know.

Tessie keeps us on our feet. 

I've mentioned many times before that this crew is the perfect representation of classic American sportswear. Every time I walk into Katie's house, these guys look like they are out of a Tommy Hilfiger/ J Crew ad. I have so much fun going over to their house because I can dabble in preppy (but classic) attire. Harrison and Sara definitely have been contributors to my recent love for classic, menswear. 

Check out an old post showcasing their love of sportswear. Click here. 

I scored these wonderful vintage military shorts (right) at the Lucky Strike Boutique in downtown Raleigh and paired them with my staple denim shirt from American Apparel. My brown boots have sort of a combat feel when worn with shorts. Especially these military shorts. 

I always love to see what Sara has on when I meet up with the crew. Of course I love what Harrison brings to the table with his quirky socks and classic colors but Sara has this new found look that is really working for her. Harrison and Sara are like....fresh and precious, you know?

See what I mean by classic America? When it works it works. Bowties, short shorts, and polos. 

If it aint broke, dont fix it. 

Im obsessed with this shirt on the left. Obsessed. Trying to have it Sara...The black and white stripes with red detail....yum. Whats black and white and red all over?

We eat some food, y'all. 

Thank you for a great time, my stylish friends. I think we do America justice. 

God bless America and pour me another mimosa. 

Because we're obsessed.

Fresh and Precious