American Sportswear Reigns

m- Time home means time with this glorious trio. A couple of weeks ago, I only was able to spend a few hours at homebase in Raleigh, because of work, but I did managed to venture out to the North Carolina countryside to visit the Hendrickson's Family Farm. It was so nice to get some fresh air, play with the horses, and get my boots dirty. While I was out traipsing through the fields, I observed how fitting this trio's sportswear of choice went with the American farm aesthetic. I loved it. 

So....these beautiful creatures are all tenants of Katie's phenomenal farm...well, minus Sara and Harrison above. Katie is always kind enough to bring the party to the country so I definitely wanted to seize this opportunity to take some pictures. These three and their classic American sportswear are (of course) the perfect compliment to this glorious landscape. 

 

Sara knows what is up in the world of looking good.
 I have watched Sara's wardrobe evolve over the years and she knows exactly what looks great on her.
Well done girl.

Classic. 

There is something special about staples in regards to one's wardrobe. A classic oxford, with well-fitted jeans, and a nice pair of boots can do nothing but good. Throw on a leather jacket, or a blazer, and you've mastered the look gallantly. 

Harrison and Sara, rocking the leather. I have boots very similar to Sara's (see right) that I got at Aldo one day recently at the mall with Sara and Harrison. These boots have become my staple, everyday shoes that I can't stop wearing. I'm wearing them now. 

Thanks for sharing the crib, Katie. 

American classics will never die. 

Be young, be dope, be proud. Like an American. 

Lana del Rey

Because we're obsessed. 

Fresh and Precious 

Shed a Layer: Scarves, fur, and denim

m- Living in North Carolina, you really never know what you're going to get when it comes to weather. We are extremely lucky, as dwellers of the South, to have fairly mild temperatures pretty consistently. With four distinct seasons, us North Carolinians have four distinct wardrobes to dabble in. I find this wonderful and naturally prone to variety. Currently, we find ourselves wrapping up what we call winter as we shed our heavy layers and delve into the world of light cardigans and scarves...spring will be here before we know it. Look how Dina finds comfort and style in this transition stage between the seasons. 

This faux fur is my jam. I think there is always a place for fur. We've been donning fur since the beginning of time as a functional, fashion staple....lets keep it up, shall we?

Dina is a Kardashian. But better. 

This big, comfy scarf is from an H&M in Chicago. 

Throw on a denim shirt, a scarf, a fur vest...whateva...and you're ready for the next cool breeze to sweep by. Soon enough we'll have shed the cardigan and will bask in the sun. 

Because we're obsessed. 

Fresh and Precious 

Happy Inauguration

We got to dress up to celebrate four more years with Barack Obama as our President. 

We laughed, we danced, we sang with Lady Gaga. Take a look. 

God bless America. 

Because we're obsessed. 

Fresh and Precious 

DIY: Glitter Cap Toe Shoe Fashion Fabulousness

c- A new year creates the perfect excuse to clean out the old, and make room for the new. This past weekend, while sorting through my closets, I found these basic black oxfords (above).  I found them last year whilst thrifting. I used to change the laces on these bad boys often, but still, I was bored with them. They definitely needed a makeover. 

Supplies: 

1. A  pair of shoes

2. Masking tape 

3. Paint brushes for mixing

4. GLITTER! (I chose gold and black)

5. Fabric glue

 This is where you can get creative. Tape off the part you want glitter-fied from the part of the shoe you don't. I chose to stick with the toe glitterfication but you can glitterfy wherever you desire!

Mix the glitter and glue in a cup...but you have to act fast- the glue dries quickly!

 Not going to lie, it was much easier to just use my fingers versus the brush when applying the glitter to the shoe. I was able to even out the glitter and put it exactly where I wanted.

Now it's time to wash your hands and let the shoes dry.

 A couple hours of dry time should do the trick. Peel the tape off and CHA-CHING your shoes have gone from drab to fab! 

I love wearing these now that I did it myself. It's so simple, yet makes an outfit a wee more sassy.

Because we're obsessed.

Fresh and Precious 

New Year's Eve- spikes, shapes, and fabulous friends

c-The look of the night was somewhere between "spiked-badassness" and "patterned-craziness" for Fresh and Precious this time around. Ringing in the new year is often paired with sequin dresses and flashy bowties, but this year in Wilmington, a more "low-key" night called for a more relaxed NYE look.  Michael and I, yet again, managed to dress ourselves with similar tastes-

patterns, spikes, and burgundy. 

 Spikes feel like a symbol of power- especially on your feet. Our friend Alex DIY'ed these puppies on the right. Jeffrey Campbell (of course) made these bad puppies on the left. Do it yourself's are the best. 

Lindsay stopped by the Doll House before separating ways to celebrate the New Year!
 Lindsay always looks so put lately. Her plum dress looked adorable with black tights, shoes we found at goodwill, and a colored yellow belt to accent.
I am wearing my favorite dress from Edge of Urge! It has a sweetheart shaped fabric top and then sheer black to create a more dainty look.
 I paired it with my mother's vintage black and gold belt and my BCBG jacket. 

 Patterns draw me in. Michael's shirt is a gem he found at The Wonder Shop downtown Wilmington.  This is one of the best places to find unique one-of-a-kind pieces and this shirt is clearly no different. As the night went on, and the drinks were poured, I found myself becoming even more fascinated with this print. These colors and patterns are really something else. 

 I adore black and white paired together, especially geometrically-like Elise's top. It is such a classic look, easily complemented by her adorable red boots and balanced by red lips. Such a classy lady.

 

And then we danced the night away to Big Something at The Whiskey...

2012 was one of the best yet. Can't wait to see what is in store for 2013.

 Happy New Year, friends!

Because we're obsessed.

Fresh and Precious