Bright vs Neutral | Floral Edition

March 30, 2016 Abby Hathorn1 Comment

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One thing I’ve noticed in the spring fashion magazines is the opposite extremes with color–bright and feminine or neutral and boho. So, that got me to thinking about a reader’s choice post I did several years ago called “Bright vs Neutral” where I asked readers to vote on their favorite. Well…I decided to bring it back for a special FLORAL EDITION on this week’s Weekly Whistle! *happy dance*

By only switching out jewelry and dresses, I want to show y’all just how big of a difference colors make in our wardrobes. Depending on what style you’re wanting to achieve, colors or neutrals can work WONDERS.

So, now, it is time for you to decide which one will swoon you *wink* Take a look at the outfits below and comment on Facebook, send me a tweet, or comment on this post. The winning outfit will be posted on the VIP Facebook page this Friday.

BRIGHT!

Dress: Shellz (Jonesborough, Tenn.)

Sandals: DSW

Necklace: BluKatDesign

Leather/Copper Bracelet: Beadsoul

NEUTRAL!

Dress: Shellz (Jonesborough, Tenn.)

Necklace: Lucy Lockets

Sandals: DSW

Leather/Copper Bracelet: Beadsoul

Stay Fabulous,

Abby Hathorn

Three Ways to Wear: Floral Week | BluKatDesign Graphic Tee

July 16, 2015 Abby Hathorn3 Comments

Hello, fabulouses, and welcome back to the blog!

OMG. I am so excited that it is finally Thursday because I have been waiting for what feels like forever to share this fabulous BluKatDesign graphic tee with y’all! I am not only going to show y’all how truly fabulous this BKD tee is, but I am also going to show y’all three fabulous ways to wear it! AHH! What fashionista doesn’t love a Three Ways to Wear with a designed-in-America graphic tee?! *wink*

Now, without further ado, let’s take a look at these hip, urban outfits featuring BluKatDesign apparel and jewelry!

Photos were taken in the heart of downtown Johnson City, Tennessee.

Look 1:

Shirt: BluKatDesign (get yours HERE! Available in other colors, too!) | Pants: Deep South Pout | Belt: Charming Charlie | Necklace: personal vintage collection | Heels: Madden Girl, Belk

Look 2:

Shirt: BluKatDesign (get yours HERE! Available in other colors, too!) | Skirt: GAP | Blazer: J.Crew | Heels: Michael Kors | Earrings: BluKatDesign (Etsy shop here)

Look 3:

Shirt: BluKatDesign (get yours HERE! Available in other colors, too!) | Skirt: personal vintage collection | Necklace: BluKatDesign (Etsy shop here) | Earrings: BluKatDesign (Etsy shop here) | Ring: BluKatDesign (Etsy shop here) | Heels: Michael Kors

#ShortGirlProbs Wearing heels AND standing on my toes just to see over the bridge at Founders Park in Johnson City *wink* — #ShortGirlProbs
Wearing heels AND standing on my toes just to see over the bridge at Founders Park in Johnson City *wink*

Stay Fabulous,

Abby Hathorn

Weekly Whistle: Paint It Black & Floral

January 7, 2015 Abby Hathorn3 Comments

Hello, fabulouses, and welcome back to the blog!

It is Wednesday, and y’all know what that means…IT IS TIME TO SEE THE VIP’S OUTFIT OF THE WEEK! Yay!

For this week’s VIP Weekly Whistle, I am turning it black (like the Rolling Stones told me to do) and floral because it is one of my favorite patterns *wink*

To top off this rockin’ ensemble, I slipped on an awesome handmade necklace from BluKatDesign. Every time I look at this necklace, I think about The Black Keys’s newest album “Turn Blue”…perhaps my love of rock n’ roll is getting out of hand *wink*

Now, while I go binge watch Big Bang Theory, y’all take a look at this fabulous OOTW + details and let me know what ya’ think in the comments section at the end of this post :) Thank y’all dearly!

Tee: Old Navy

Skirt: GAP

Boots: Jessica Simpson

Necklace: BluKatDesign

Bracelet: Luke & Lyla Designs

Stay Fabulous,

Abby Hathorn

30 Day J.Crew Challenge: Adventuring with Patterns, Style, & Color

September 14, 2013 Abby Hathorn4 Comments

Hello, my fabulouses! I am going to keep this simple and sweet. Today’s 30 Day J.Crew look is all about adventuring with patterns, style, and color. Why not create a tremendously fabulous three-piece outfit with floral, plaid flannel, and bright! So, let’s go have a fashionable adventure and take a gander at the fourteenth J. Crew Challenge ensemble! Come on–it is time to get fabulous!

V-neck Tee: J.Crew Factory, The Outlet Shops of Grand River

(get the look here)

Flannel Shirt: J.Crew Factory, The Outlet Shops of Grand River

(get the look here)

Skirt: J.Crew Factory, The Outlet Shops of Grand River

(get the look here)

Shoes: Vans (VIP DIY)

BLOOPER! Oopsy--the VIP had a slight scare when several fish splashed their tales out of the water. Man...they messed up my Vogue pose before this... — BLOOPER! Oopsy–the VIP was startled when a few fish jumped out of the water. Man…they messed up my Vogue pose…

The VIP being silly while running test shots for lighting with the two photographers. Obviously, there was not a full moment during this adventurous photo shoot! — The VIP being silly with the two photographers while running test shots for lighting. Obviously, there was never a dull moment on this adventurous photo shoot!

Stay Fabulous,

Abby Hathorn

30 Day J.Crew Challenge: Top It Off With a Blazer

September 6, 2013 Abby Hathorn5 Comments

Hello, fabulouses! Did you miss yesterday’s 30 Day J.Crew Challenge outfit? Click here to see the 5th outfit of the challenge!

Now, how can you take yesterday’s bright floral outfit from play to work in a snap? Simply top it off with a blazer! Come on, I’ll show you! Time to get fabulous!