Monday, August 17, 2015

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) August 15, 2015

Kris's Closet

In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet, learn where I found them and where I wore them. My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

Saturday after some weekend cleaning, my guy and I headed to the Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival. We stuffed our faces with brats and fried cheese then headed back toward home. Before we called it a night, we stopped in Delaware, Ohio to sample brews at Restoration Brew Worx and Staas Brewing Company.I took these photos while in Bucyrus downtown and at an old train station. This was Saturday's look. 


Dress: Band of Gypsies from Uniquely Yours in Circleville, Ohio
Belt: Vintage found on etsy
Flat Sandals: Alfani
Handbag: Louis Vuitton
Earrings: Designer sold at Urban Handmade in Yellow Springs, Ohio
Pearl Sunglasses: $5 Sunglasses from Uniquely Yours in Circleville, Ohio









Until next time, 
Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!
Kris,

Fried hot pepper cheese at the Bratwurst Festival

Having a jalapeno brat in front of the Bucyrus Great American Crossroad mural.

Tasting at Restoration Brew Worx

Stain glass  window at Staas Brewing.

Tasting at Staas Brewing.

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) August 4, 2015

Kris's Closet

In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet, learn where I found them and where I wore them. My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

Last Tuesday I took a short trip to Orlando with my family. We took my nephew on his first visit to Disney World. That first day was a relaxed day at the hotel. We got settled in after a late afternoon arrival. We got dinner at one of the hotel restaurants. It was my best meal of the trip. Afterward my grandfather surprised us with a visit all the way from Hollywood, Florida. Then we planned out the next day. We had a two day park hopper pass and two days to visit four parks. Before bed my sister and I had drinks at one of the hotel bars. This was last Tuesday's look.

Shoes: Cole Haan oxford's in mint (old) 
Bracelet: Betsey Johnson (old)
Earrings: Baublebar (no longer available)
Sunglasses: Quay Australia  Yibrow in gold






To see photos from my trip, find me on instagram @krisofohio.
 

Until next time, 
Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!
Kris,

Orlando Airport floor mosaic

Dinner at One80 Sportgrill & Bar- Mahi Mahi and pineapple cobbler

Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa


Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Style Crush

This week's Style Crush features a fashionista and long- time friend. I have not seen her in many, many years, but we do stay in touch through Facebook. She has always been stylish, and lately I've been admiring her style and her new business venture. I love her concept of being a "Certified Thrifting Stylist". I chose to feature Shadiasha, not only for her great style, but we have some things in common, shopping on a budget and teaching others how to do the same thing. Read her story and be sure to follow her on social media, you won't regret it!

Shadiasha King.32 years old. Owner of September2nds ( Thriftlyfe ).Columbia, SC


  
My take on FASHION:


Fashion is what you see in the store windows, on a mannequin or on T.V… Now style…style is what you personally do with that window fashion. Style gives me a sense to be myself, to express my mood without speaking a word, to be edgy, noticed, and DIFFERENT. When I get dressed I try to find piece/pieces that I know no one else will have or shall I say no one will have the confidence to wear.  Why match? Why do what everyone is doing? “Fashion isn't defined solely by our clothing choices, but is also conveyed through the way we carry ourselves, our personalities and our views of the world”.





Where have I been?

Growing up I was  ALWAYS asked “ what do you have on”? followed by a laugh or a chuckle, but it never changed who I was or what I thought of myself. I lived in the crazy streets of NYC where style is anything and everything and no one is the same because everyone is different, to the country roads of SC where things are more ordinary and identical , to the in-between of Columbus Ohio where there is a mixture of culture and lifestyles.





I am Passionate About



 “Passion is when you put more energy into something, than is required to do it. It is more than just enthusiasm or excitement, passion is ambition that is materialized into action to put as much heart,” My new statement of life…….SEPTEMBER2NDS (Thriftlyfe) My passion comes from helping others. When I started Septemer2nds (Thriftlye) it was a sense of, I understand that everyone comes from different walks of life, everyone wants to look good and dress FABULOUS but can’t afford it or simply do not understand fashion and style. People tend to feel good when they look good and I’m passionate about self-esteem. I love to see smiles and hear “Thank you’s “I love when she wears the perfect green pump that has nothing to do with the black and white polka dot shirt or a complementing hair style that shows just how daring she is. WHY BE BORING?






You can find me

 Besides thrifting??? lol  I am this wonderful fashionista! I am a loving wife and mother who enjoys traveling to places I’ve never been, dining at great restaurants, and cooking exquisite dishes, PINTEREST is my love affair. I believe that life is what you make it and making memories mean the most, So anytime there is a reason to laugh out loud, dance in the supermarket, or sing in a restaurant. Why not?. THRIFTING IS LIFE. You can catch me at any thrift store, consignment shop, or boutique, where there is a vintage shirt, a sequin dress, or even a pair of lace gloves, I’m there! Thrift stores have an abundance of rare and unique items that I can use to make myself feel like a million bucks!









Follow Shadiasha at :

 
Facebook:

Shadiasha King

September2nds (Thriftlyfe)

Instagram:

 September2nds 

September2nds (Thriftlyfe)

Until Next Time,Ciao!

*Chris*

Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Style Crush

Happy Wednesday! In time for #WomenCrushWednesday, I have one of my favorite women that I follow on instagram. I have been following her since I became active on instagram. Her passion for fashion is like no one else I have come across. She truly has her own unique style. The looks she puts together are creative and fun. I am also a huge admirer of her gorgeous mane. Her hair, some would say, gives me life. She puts thought into all she does, from the creations she designs to the way she curates her photos. Have a look at today's 'Style AND Hair Crush'.


Renita Biddle. 40. Designer/Merchandiser


My take on fashion:

 I believe fashion is an art, an innate ability that some are gifted with. It's an amazing form of expression among other art forms. I created this quote to define how I feel about fashion: "Fashion is a conduit of expression for creative souls." 
Fashion is empowering, sexy, fun, mystical, crazy, cool, edgy, sweet, clean, anything the individual wants to convey. Fashion is spontaneous, a mood, an attitude, a language!! This is why we celebrate icons like Audrey Hepburn, Diana Ross, Rhianna, Sarah Jessica Parker. We celebrate them because they fully express their personalities through their style, choices of clothing.



Where I have been:

From a very early age, I knew fashion was my sphere of expression. It started with creating wedding dresses for my Barbie dolls, then in high school revamping all of my grandmother's old clothes, then eventually I got formal fashion design training at my Alma mater Parsons School of Design. It's funny because fashion has always been the backdrop for everything I've ever done. I was a rapper in high school and won a talent show hosted by Teddy Riley. Even then my fashion sense was what got me noticed. When I first moved to New York, a talent agent spotted me and immediately I got a job for a British Airways advertisement. It was that certain something I exuded that caught the agent's eye. It's amazing how our insecurities or things we've been ridiculed or rejected for are often the very areas that radiate our greatest gifts. I've learned the importance of being yourself even in the face of rejection or opposition.



I am passionate about:

 I get the greatest joy out of creating. Creating scripts, garments, photos, all things creative. I'm loaded with creative ideas. I've created spiritually empowering programs for several ministries in the church environment. I've served as a singles ministry leader, a woman's day ministry. I've always loved being an inspiration to people. Ministry provided me the opportunity to inspire people with my creativity, but most importantly through Gods holy word. I appreciate my gift with fashion most because it attracts people and it's given me the privilege of knowing many amazing people. I live by the scripture that says:
"A man's gift maketh room for him,
and bringeth him before great men." 
Proverbs 18:16



You can find me:

 I totally love exploring new things!! At the top of my favorite things to do is finding the craziest places to eat!! I enjoy trying new and sometimes strange foods. As long as it's not moving, I'll eat it!! Lol!! I can be found shopping some of the coolest vintage shops in East Village and Lower East Side. I often travel to Soho to check out the latest designer frocks. I love Soho as it offers you a cool mix of downtown chic and uptown glam at the same time. I enjoy good horror movies! Horror like you keep the lights on at night!! I'm a coffee connoisseur, I must have a good cup of coffee everyday!! My current fave is a Vente iced coffee with toffee nut syrup and half and half!! A total guilty pleasure!!



Want to know more about Renita?

Website
http://www.cherubim.co

Blog 
www.cherubim.co/#!blog/cioi

Instagram
@cherubimrb 

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!
Kris, 

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Chris's/Kris's Closet (A ChristinaKristin Day Trip Edition) July 18, 2015

Every once in a while we do a combined closet post. We had a great Saturday together away from Columbus. We thought we would share our Saturday looks on the same post since we had the same story to tell and we both wore items from our recent Rocksbox shipment. To get your free month subscription of Rocksbox, use code (christinakristinxoxo) at rocksbox.com. You can swap, borrow or purchase designer pieces at a discounted rate. For now, check out the pieces we got to wear over the weekend! Enjoy your week!

Chris's Look

Kristin and I talked about going winery hopping for a few weeks, and we finally went this weekend. I received a text early Saturday morning saying "Can you be here by 2:45"?, I replied yes, the next text message was "Bring an extra pair of shoes that are flat. We are starting in a peach and apple orchard". I laughed a little to myself knowing how adventurous Kristin is, but I'm always up for whatever so I was excited. When we arrived in Utica, OH at the orchard, it was just like you see on TV, rows lined with peach trees, it was actually quite beautiful and peaceful. We made a couple pit stops along the way, and I was just along for the ride, which I quite enjoyed. I was able to cross off going on a day trip on my summer bucket list. This is what I wore!


Shirt: Nordstrom Rack, Abound
Skirt: Target, Xhiliration (no longer available)
Shoes: Old purchase, Steve Madden
Earrings: Pearl studs, H&M
Bracelets: A combination of Stella & Dot, Indian Vendor and ChristinaKristin
Clutch: Vintage find at thrift store





 Kris's Look

Christina, my guy and I road around Central, Ohio. The goal was to pick some
peaches and check out a few wineries. Well, we didn't get to pick peaches because
Branstool Orchard didn't have a great year with all the rain. We just picked up some ready to go peaches and we were on our way. We were able to make it to two wineries. The first winery stop was Three Oaks Vineyard in Granville, Ohio and we ended the evening at Hidden Lakes Winery in Canal Winchester. In between the wineries we stopped at an Amish food store and picked up spices and tried some Amish fares. We took our photos at Hidden Lakes Winery. I really wanted to use their backyard scenery but a wedding party was using the patio. This was Saturday's look. 
 

Dress: Vintage thrift find from Ohio Thrift Store
Belt: Vintage thrift find
Earrings: Perry Street Callie Earrings from Rocksbox
Bracelet: Betsey Johnson
Sunglasses: AJ Morgan
Handbag: Louis Vuitton
Shoes: Levity Echo Bootie





Until next time,
Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!
ChristinaKristin,


Thursday, July 16, 2015

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) July 15, 2015

Kris's Closet

In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet, learn where I found them and where I wore them. My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

Yesterday I took my nephew to his very first concert. We both love Fall Out Boy. When I saw they were coming to town, I knew I had to take him. The tour also included Wiz Khalifa, Hoodie Allen and a few others I wasn't quite familiar with.  We enjoyed Wiz Khalifa and The Fall Out Boy. The concert was outside, so we left the venue tired with achy feet. The discomfort  was definitely worth it. I took these photos before we left to go to the concert. This was last night's look.

I wanted to do a rocker/pin-up girl look. My inspiration was the Coca Cola pin-up girls from some of their past ads. I made my look slightly grunge with the combat style boots. I like to wear boots or protective shoes to rock concerts sometimes because people literally jump on your feet. I was glad I wore the boots last night. Being short, I get stepped on a lot. 

Wrap Dress: Thrift find by Express
Belt: Vintage found on etsy
Necklace/Bracelet Set: My grandma's
Boots: Timberlands
Coca Cola Clutch: Coca Cola from Swank Blue










Until next time, 
Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!
Kris,
Wiz Khalifa

More Wiz

Fall Out Boy members Patrick and Pete

My Fall Out Boy crush Pete

Fall Out Boy 'Light Em Up'