Hello, VIP fashionistas! Let’s kick off this amazing week with an amazing VIP Accessories Challenge! For those of you who are just now joining me on my blogging adventure…or for those of you who simply forgot what a VIP Accessories Challenge is–don’t nod your head no…it’s okay–we all forget things–especially me. I forget to take my laundry upstairs pretty much every single day–Anyway…an Accessories Challenge is where I take one outfit and swap out ONLY accessories to create a variety of looks with ease! Oh….fashionistas can never have too many accessories!
Now, without further ado…I present to you the VIP’s Accessories Challenge with a sunshine yellow strapless dress from Deep South Pout in Starkville, Mississipp! Whoo hoo!
VIP TIP:
Mixing metallics is a fun and easy way to create a superbly chic look that adds pizazz to any and all summer ensembles! Who said you cannot mix gold and silver together? Well…it was not the VIP!
Dress: Deep South Pout
Belt: Personal Vintage Collection (Truth is…I took it out of my mom’s closet…shhh…)
Heels: Avon
Necklace: BluKat Design by Heather O’Cain
Bracelet: Belk–Trussville, AL
VIP TIP:
A sassy twist to any floor-length strapless dress is color blocked sandals! Beating the summer heat has never been so stylish! Thanks, Gus Mayer, for a wonderful selection of spectacular sandals!
Dress: Deep South Pout
Sandals: Circus by Sam Edelman, Gus Mayer
Peach Bracelet: Deep South Pout
Green & Turquoise Bracelet: StephieGknits by Stephanie Grantham
Necklaces: Personal Vintage Collection (aka my mom’s closet)
VIP TIP:
Tie up floor-dusting dresses to create a more casual style that is perfect for a coffee trip!…let’s admit it…we all love and NEED our Starbucks runs, BUT we gotta’ look super cute!
Dress: Deep South Pout
Vest: VIP DIY–Click here to see the very first VIP DIY!
Sandals: Circus by: Sam Edelman, Gus Mayer
Belt: Target
Glasses: BCBG MazAzria (yes, these are my REAL glasses.)
Bracelet: Beadsoul by Lisa Hamilton
VIP TIP:
I will throw in a personal testimony for all of my blonde readers out there! I was a tad bit nervous to wear this luscious yellow dress because I was afraid it would clash and look terrible with my blonde hair…BUT it doesn’t–it looks fabulous! At the end of the day, blondes can sport yellow–I am not really sure who told me they couldn’t….hmm…
Dress: Deep South Pout
Vest: VIP DIY
Heels: OTBT, Gus Mayer
Bracelet: Deep South Pout
Necklace: BluKat Design by Heather O’Cain
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Real Media: The Adventures of the VIP “Snazzy Shorts that Stop Traffic”: http://thisisrealmedia.com/2013/05/15/the-adventures-of-the-vip-history-lesson-snazzy-shorts-that-stop-traffic/
Town and Gown Magazine May Issue: http://issuu.com/townandgownmagazine/docs/may
Stay Fabulous,
Abby Hathorn
Hello, my magnificently fabulous fashionistas! Summer vacations, last minute weekend getaways, and hunky lifeguards on the beach are vastly approaching…Hey, boys! *said in flirty voice* haha…but what will you be wearing on these lovely weekends? That is the question…what to wear…what to wear….hmmmm…..
Whether your trip is planned or spur of the moment, this Michael Stars top from Gus Mayer is a MUST HAVE for summer! This slouchy yet sleek T-shirt is easily dressed up or down by changing out the bottoms (shorts, skirts, knickerbockers, trousers…) and wearing different accessories! Now, strap on your fashionista seatbelts as I show you three ways to wear this glorious top! Visit me next week to see THREE MORE WAYS! Ahh! This blouse is the perfect summer go-to-item!
Grab your vintage suitcase, and go with the flow!
Blouse: Michael Stars, Gus Mayer (Birmingham, AL)
Shorts: Target (Trussville, AL)
Shoes: OTBT, Gus Mayer (Birmingham, AL)
Necklaces: BluKat Design
Hello, leopard and turquoise!
Blouse: Michael Stars, Gus Mayer (Birmingham, AL)
Skirt: Thrifted
Earrings: Hearts of Stone
Necklace: BluKat Design
Green high-waisted military shorts? Yes, please!
Blouse: Michael Stars, Gus Mayer (Birmingham, AL)
Shorts: Urban Outfitters (Birmingham, AL)
Belt: American Eagle (Trussville, AL)
Shoes: Jessica Simpson
Necklace and Bracelets: Beadsoul
Don’t forget to come back next week to see three more ways to wear this spectacular top!
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Check out more of my writings and photo shoot styling here:
Real Media: The Adventures of the VIP “Snazzy Shorts that Stop Traffic”: http://thisisrealmedia.com/2013/05/15/the-adventures-of-the-vip-history-lesson-snazzy-shorts-that-stop-traffic/
Town and Gown Magazine May Issue: http://issuu.com/townandgownmagazine/docs/may
Stay Fabulous,
Abby Hathorn
From walking the hallways of her middle school to showing off her talent center stage, Niece Elliott is a fourteen year old music sensation with a sparkling character and breathtaking voice.
While chatting with Niece at Audiostate 55 recording studio, I realized we have two things in common–a love for what we do and amazing family support. “For me having the gift to sing and my family’s support, I knew I could do it,” says Elliot. The more our conversation progressed, the more I realized we have more things in common–shopping, balancing school and work, and an understanding of true girl power.
To see the VIP interview with outstanding music star Niece Elliott on the VIP Youtube channel click here.
Want to hear some of Niece’s awesome songs on Reverbnation? Click here.
To find out more about Audiostate 55 entertainment and recording studio in Birmingham, Alabama, visit their website here.
Like Audiostate 55 on Facebook here!
Twitter: @Audiostate55
4E Entertainment website–click here.
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Twitter: @4EMusic1
Jacqui Malone is a tremendous woman with a love for song writing and perfecting the vocals of recording music artists!
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What a fun afternoon and interview! Thanks so much, Audiostate 55 for your hospitality! www.audiostate55.com
To see why Niece Elliott and I are showing off our hot shoes, check out the video on my YouTube channel! Click here for a direct link.
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Check out more of my writings and photo shoot styling here:
Real Media: The Adventures of the VIP “Snazzy Shorts that Stop Traffic”: http://thisisrealmedia.com/2013/05/15/the-adventures-of-the-vip-history-lesson-snazzy-shorts-that-stop-traffic/
Town and Gown Magazine May Issue: http://issuu.com/townandgownmagazine/docs/may
Stay Fabulous,
Abby Hathorn
Hello, my amazing fashionistas! I am totally in love with my Elie Tahari crochet dress! I can wear it SO many ways–hmm….another blog idea! So far, I have already worn it to the Alpha Xi Delta UAB Scholarship Tea with a blue slip dress and classic pearls. The outfit was absolutely classic glam! This week at the Invite Only Nordstrom Rack pre-opening party, I wore the original, vibrantly colored floral slip dress underneath it. I accessorized this terrific ensemble with a spiked statement necklace! This magnificent ensemble was totally spunky glam!
I was excited to be invited by Nordstrom Rack to attend the exclusive pre-opening party of the Birmingham store. The delicious food and refreshing beverages gave all of us party shoppers the hydration and nourshiment that we needed for the style hunt. We were able to put all of our treasures in the complimentary tote bag. I discovered some awesome designer pieces for a great price–I am definitely going to have to go back to shop rather than always working….Hi, my name is Abby Hathorn, and I am a workaholic…
Anyway…my Elie Tahari dress is so totally fab that I have labeled it as this week’s Weekly Whistle! Oh, I just adore Weekly Whistle time!
Dress: Elie Tahari, Belk
Shoes: Jessica Simpson, Belk
Belt: Target
Necklace: Avon
Welcome to Birmingham, Nordstrom Rack!
Opening Date: May 16 at 9am–Come at 8am to enjoy pre-opening festivities!
Location: 4612 Hwy 280, Building B, Birmingham, AL 35242 (River Ridge Shopping Center)
Phone: (205)587-3100
Opening Day Festivities:
Rally at the Rack: Come early to celebrate! At 8am, we will kick things off with music, breakfast treats and more. Customers can enter for a chance to win one of (30) $100 gift cards–plus, one lucky winner will receive a $1,000 shopping spree and early access through our Rule the Rack sweepstakes.
Rule the Rack: Rule the Rack is a sweepstakes we hold before most Nordstrom Rack store openings, including our new River Ridge store. Costumers can enter a drawing to win a $1,000 shopping spree, plus exclusive entry 30 minutes before the store opens at 9am. The winner’s name is drawn and announced at 8:25 a.m. (Must be present to win.)
*The first 1,000 customers to make a purchase at the new Nordstrom Rack River Ridge will receive a complimentary Nordstrom tote as a gift*
What is Nordstrom Rack?
“The first Nordstrom Rack opened as a clearance center in the lower-level of the Downtown Seattle Nordstrom store in the early 1970′s. As Nordstrom expanded across the country, Rack stores followed. The new Nordstrom Rack River Ridge will be the retailer’s 127th Rack Location….Nordstrom Rack is the off-price division of Nordstrom, INC. offering on-trend, of-the-moment clearance merchandise from Nordstrom stores as well as items purchased specially for Nordstrom Rack. The Store offers significant savings on great brands like Hugo Boss, Kate Spade, and Trina Turk with most at 30-70% off.”
What you will find inside:
- Discounted brand-name apparel, shoes, and accessories
- Premium denim for men and women
- Cosmetics
- Thousands of pairs of shoes
- Over 2,000 men’s ties
- Over 1,000 handbags
- On-site alterations
- Mobile check-out devices
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Check out more of my writings and photo shoot styling here:
Real Media: The Adventures of the VIP “Snazzy Shorts that Stop Traffic”: http://thisisrealmedia.com/2013/05/15/the-adventures-of-the-vip-history-lesson-snazzy-shorts-that-stop-traffic/
Town and Gown Magazine May Issue: http://issuu.com/townandgownmagazine/docs/may
Stay Fabulous,
Abby Hathorn
My grandmother, Barbara Plymon Fulcher, my mom, Chasidy Fulcher Hathorn, and me, Abigail Hathorn (yes…I felt the need to include my full name even though everyone calls me Abby! haha)
Hello, my wonderful readers! I am so excited to share with y’all three generations wearing BluKat Design Earrings! It was not easy talking my mom into taking photos…she says that she cannot have her picture taken because she is in a witness protection program–this is totally not true haha.
After each photo, my mom and grandmother insisted on previewing each one on the camera. My mom, frustrated with her look and round face, would change her expression–smiling in some, pouty face in others, and even going ”Blue Steel” in a photo or two…we love Ben Stiller movies…well, we love all kinds of movies…especially 80s….
After I saw this picture, I told my dad that it looked like a family portrait from the 70s!
Also, notice that we are all wearing shades of red! Truth is, we did not plan this AT ALL! I had spent the night at my Maw Maw and Paw Riley’s house the night before…just like when I was a wee tike….When momma and deddy arrived the next day to pick me up, I was still in my pajamas. I had totally forgotten about taking the three generation wearing BluKat Design pictures! In a panic, I ran to my vintage green suitcase and grabbed some denim shorts and the first blouse that was top–a red tank. As I was rushing to get dressed, I was also trying to once again convince my mom that she was going to have her picture taken no matter what–it is a constant battle with her over having her photo taken…I have no idea what I am going to do with her…she makes me want to pull my hair out…whining about why she doesn’t like it…oh, mothers these days…what are we gonna’ do with ‘em? ;)
1…2…3…BLUE STEEL FACE!
This man right here is my best friend in the entire world! I grew up following my Paw Riley everywhere he went…so he nicknamed me “his shadow”…I will have to tell all of y’all some Paw Riley adventures another day…for now, just know that he is amazing:) We threatened to put BluKat earrings on him so he could be in the picture too…he said “no” and laughed…but I probably could have convinced him ;)
As you can see, when I am around my family–I am anything but serious! Now that I think about it…my silliness is probably genetic! haha
My mom and I holding the poem “This, That, and a Princess Hat” I wrote for her for Mothers’ Day…best Mother’s Day gift ever!
What can I say? We love us some Paw Riley!
Love these two ladies…I do not know what I would do without their amazing support and knowledge!
Get your own BluKat Design earrings by clicking here! The VIP and her family simply adore them! BluKat Design earrings are so versatile, and women of all ages can sport them fabulously!
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Join me May 21 for a fabulous fashion event–Sunset In Miami!
“Joelle Salon presents Sunset in Miami, headlined by 2012 Miss Alabama, Anna Laura Bryan. The poolside affair will bring the community together for the benefit of local non-profit, “P.A.W.S. for Autism,” a charity designed to bring service dogs to children faced with autism.
Where? The Hill in Homewood, Alabama
When: May 21, 7-9pm
Featured Fashions: Gus Mayer & The Clothes Tree
Stylist: Southern Femme
Hair: Joelle Salon
Makeup: Gus Mayer Cosmetic Professionals
*Tickets may be purchased in advance through Joelle Salon or by walk-up @ the event for $30.00*
I cannot wait to see all of my fabulous fans there for a spectacular fashion show! It is going to be quite the treat!
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YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/vintagepassionista
Check out more of my writings and photo shoot styling here:
Real Media: The Adventures of the VIP “Where the Mind Goes While Sitting Under the Dryer”: http://thisisrealmedia.com/2013/05/08/the-adventures-of-the-vip-where-the-mind-goes-while-sitting-under-the-dryer/
Town and Gown Magazine May Issue: http://issuu.com/townandgownmagazine/docs/may
Stay Fabulous,
Abby Hathorn
The question that I am asked the most by my readers, fans, neighbors, and strangers is “Why did you start your blog?” That question is usually followed by “How old were you when you started it?” Well, in a nutshell, I started the Vintage Inspired Passionista blog at age sixteen as a way to make the voice of good kids heard. I was tired of the way teenagers were being (and still are being) portrayed on cable television—wild, crazy, uneducated (poorly spoken), YOLO, ridiculous, do anything to get attention (gain a little immediate fame and satisfaction), disrespectful, and future members of the prison system.
Improving the way teens are viewed because of “reality” TV shows, news events, and social media activities became my mission—my goal. At first the task seemed daunting; however, the more I blog, the more incredibly nice and supportive people I meet, the more community events that I attend where I see good people of all ages doing good things—the more I realize that goal is attainable…not because of me…not because I have a magic formula, but because there are so many good teens out there…waiting to be heard, waiting for someone to notice, waiting for the right media to step away from the 24/7 negative doom and gloom and to start reporting 24/7 on happy, positive, good news. Is that my thinking like a child? Is that my living in a fairy tale? No, I do not think so.
It is easy to lump all teenagers into a presumptuous public persona. Like my Paw Riley always told me, “A few bad apples ruin the whole bunch.” Overcoming said persona has been quite the challenge. I have people that tell my parents and me that I need to sit back, relax, and be a normal teenager. First of all…what exactly is a “normal teenager”? Is it the unwillingness to learn, the hatred of school, the disrespect of authority figures, wild parties, drugs, and underage drinking? No, or at least, it should not be.
What I am doing with my life is normal—I have no desire to be a part of the “normal teen” stereotypical generation that is being shown all over the internet and TV–where cheap beer, mud riding, and sex is the summation of wild weekend parties.
No, this is not how all teenagers live their lives, but due to overwhelming bad press—many good teenagers have conformed because they want to fit in…they want to feel normal…they want to have lots of friends and social activities…they do not want to be made fun of by peers or adults…they do not want to be bullied by peers or adults…they do not want to be left out…they do not want to be the last one picked….
Changing the way the world looks at the younger generation will only be obtained one small step at a time…one positive Facebook status at a time…one inspirational tweet at a time…one good reality TV show about good kids at a time…one positive newscast at a time…
Together we will untangle this mess that we as a society created. Yes, I had a part in the teen reputation because I sat idle and did nothing…until I started my blog…until now with this post.
Stay Fabulous,
Abby Hathorn
Hello, hello, hello my lovely fashionistas! Phew! What a week it has been! Studying for exams, traveling, deciding what card to get mom for Mother’s Day–Could someone please make decent cards for mom’s who only have one child? Wait…What was I talking about again…anyway…it is that wonderful time of the week that we all know and love…WEEKLY WHISTLE TIME! Come on, VIP fans, let’s see what the VIP’s two outfits of the week are! Yep, I said two…It was too hard to decide!
Dress: Poor Pitiful Pearl, Vintage Hip (Springville, AL)
Shoes: Jessica Simpson, TJ Maxx
Belt: Target
Hair & Makeup: Rachel Edmonds at Mia Salon
Rebecca Tabb, owner of R. Tabb & Co. in Starkville, Mississippi!
Oh, the Town and Gown Soiree Sociale was so much fun! Special thanks to Rebecca Tabb of R. Tabb. & Co. for letting Town and Gown host the unveiling of the May issue at her amazing store! If you are ever in the Starkville/Columbus area, stop by R. Tabb & Co. for a FABULOUS shopping experience that you will love! R. Tabb & Co. has so many cute clothes and accessories to offer all fashionistas!
Check out the VIP Facebook page for more pictures from the Town and Gown Magazine Soiree Sociale party! www.facebook.com/vintageinspiredpassionista
Like R. Tabb & Co. on Facebook so you do not miss out on all the new apparel! It is all so so SO cute! https://www.facebook.com/rtabbandco?fref=ts
Dress: Elie Tahari
Shoes: Jessica Simpson
Necklaces: Personal Vintage Collection
It was such an amazing experience to attend the Alpha Xi Delta UAB Scholarship Tea! Deciding on what college to attend is quite the challenge, but the amazing ladies of the Alpha Xi Delta chapter answered many of my questions about UAB campus life. Wow…hard to believe I turn eighteen in November, and go to college in a year….where has the time gone? Wait, that’s what my mom is supposed to say! :)
Check out the VIP Facebook page for more pictures from the Alpha Xi Delta Scholarship Tea! www.facebook.com/vintageinspiredpassionista
Okie dokie, fashionistas! That seems to be all the time I have for today! Off to my closet, to style my outfit for an interview by The Cobalt Club tomorrow! Instead of my interviewing, I am being interviewed….Oh, looks like the tables have been turned! It is going to be so much fun–I absolutely cannot wait!
Check out The Cobalt Club blog here!
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/vintageinspiredpassionista
Twitter: @Abbysauce_
Instagram: @VintagePassionista
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/vintagepassionista
Check out more of my writings and photo shoot styling here:
Real Media: The Adventures of the VIP “Where the Mind Goes While Sitting Under the Dryer”: http://thisisrealmedia.com/2013/05/08/the-adventures-of-the-vip-where-the-mind-goes-while-sitting-under-the-dryer/
Town and Gown Magazine May Issue: http://issuu.com/townandgownmagazine/docs/may
