Style Diary: Fashion Blogger Who Paints on Jackets

Art, fashion, writing, and music are my passions. For some reason though I have always loved art and fashion more than singing. I think the reason why I love art and fashion more, is because no one can control or tell me what to do. Also, there are no limits and it's not competitive. Whereas, in singing someone always wants to be heard and be the best. As a Christian we are supposed to be singing for the glory of God, but sometimes that is not always the case and people still focus on being heard by man instead of by God. 

Painting on clothes is so much fun to me because it helps me feel different. It helps me stand out as an individual. I was taught to be unique, and that is what painting on my clothes helps me be. I want to encourage others to stand out and do what they love as well. As an artist I think I see the world differently then others at times. A lot of people won't understand or get my art but that is okay because art is a personal thing. It is very intimate and something that you are choosing to share with the world. 

I have been painting on my clothes since the beginning of this year until now, and I think I am going to continue painting on my clothes. 

January 2016:

"I think true success comes when you no longer care about 'stunting' on your haters, because you are too busy to care."

 "Many people are not going to like your designs or they may try to down you, but keep moving forward."

 "If I would have never prayed and served God I would not be where I am today."

 July 2016: 

 "If I had listened to everyone who told me I wasn't pretty enough, thin enough, good enough, fashionable enough, or who told me I shouldn't have painted on my clothes, that my coat is ugly, or anything else I would not be here. All the glory goes to God."

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DIY ALERT: How to Create Your Own Graffiti Art Jacket and Accessories to Match!

Hello, all of my Fancy Mouse readers! Last weekend I actually attended the Simply Stylist Fashion conference at the Dana Hotel and Spa. I also came up with a stellar outfit that I am going to explain to you (in writing because it's that simple) how to create your own graffiti/ Jean Michel Basquiat inspired look. 

For the Jacket: 

This jacket was inexpensive and came from a vendor on Aliexpress. What I did was buy the jacket and then re-tweaked it with my paint set since I am a painter. It was a blast! Here is the link to get the jacket. 

Here are a few tips when you receive this jacket:

1. MAKE IT YOUR OWN!

Yes it is already "designed" but do not be afraid to add a few more splatters, or sew some new things on it. It is a very plain jacket that can bring the inner artist out of you.

2. DO NOT BE AFRAID TO STRUT YOUR STUFF

Being fierce can be scary at first but just be you! Some people may not like you or your outfit, and that is okay. Tell them "oh well" and keep moving. As long as your heels are high, and your jacket is making top designers ask you where on earth did you get that super hot jacket, then no one else's opinion should matter. 

3. TAKE A RISK

A lot of people think fashion is just looking cute or wearing high fashion when really it is an ART. One of the things I enjoy is turning my art pieces into wearable art. 

For the Shoes: 

Faux fur high heel shoes have a special place in my heart. I basically created my own shoes because I am a broke college student saving for a car. So if you're a college student that is still trying to look fashionable but you have bills to pay then listen up (well read up)

How to make your own FAUX FUR HIGH HEELS:

1. Get a pair of old or new (I chose old) heels:

These were actually my old prom shoes, and I decided they needed a new classy identity.

2. You can choose to recycle some fabric (what I did) or buy some fabric:

This was an old furry black purse that was just sitting around. Next I just took to some scissors measured (not mathematically) what parts I needed to clip off. After that I half glue gun and half super glued the fabric down. 

For the Purse: 

After I finished my shoes I noticed I still had fabric left and paint. My purse is a thrift store bought bag. 

1. Buy a new or used purse

2. Splatter paint, sew new decals on it, etc.

For splattered paint it took all night to dry and it gets messy

3. I hot glue gunned and super glued the fur at the bottom

And there you have it a new super High fashion Street Style Outfit

Full outfit here:

Urban Oufitters Junk Food Basquiat Crown Tee, $28

Retro City Suglasses Clear Aviators in Gold, $8.99

I hope you found this written tutorial successful and if you feel like this is too challenging then feel free to contact me via email (colemakayla37@gmail.com) to make you one. 

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Mommy's Closet and A Fashion Blogger's Rite of Passage

Mom's Closet by colemakayla featuring short skirts

Faux fur coat / IRO short skirt, $710 / Schutz leather sandals / A V Max long necklace / Dutch Basics golden earring / Our Legacy mens silk shirt, $185 / Chanel lipstick



If you ask any girl or woman where she gets her style inspiration from they would probably list their favorite designers or where the things that impacted them personally. Yet, if you really think about it every fashionista was once a child or is probably growing up. A part that is necessary to growing up is fashion blogger's rite of passage. Going to your mother's closet and playing dress up around the age of 4 and 5 can signify the beginning and birth of a true fashionista. Seeing items that are signify your mother and the things that she has been through. The scent on her clothing; expensive Chanel No. 5 and classic Dior. Then once you are done with her closet you go to her vanity to look at all the makeup utensils she uses. When you look on her vanity you see everything on there from the professional brushes she uses to the bronzers.

Looking through a mom's closet can be very enlightening and actually save tons of money. In today's fashion world almost every decade is in style and who else room to go to then your mommy's? (I sometimes even go as far as to my grandmother's closet). Sometimes your mom's closet is the most convenient because instead of always spending more money on clothes that are being re-modernize why not get the authentic thing from her closet or the thrift store.

Clothes have such a deeper meaning to them than just how cute you look and a self expression. In earlier decades clothes were actually designed to last which is why a lot of old have such great quality. There's something great about feeling vintage clothes especially from mom's closet. the velvety-ness, the scent of her perfume, or even the story behind it. It gives of nostalgic memories of when you were younger and in her arms, but at the same time it shows that the baby bird has finally grown up. the baby bird has finally blossomed into a strong bird like her mother.






NOTE:
*So I really apologize because I got my silky shirt from my mommy dearest closet, my real leather skirt from a thrift store those places are the best!), my shoes are from the thrift store as well, my bag from Love Culture, and my faur fur two toned jacket from Choies!*


Vintage Rite of Passage Look Book: 

Vintage Inspired: Quotes and Looks

Some days as fashionistas, and bloggers we need a little inspiration. Something that's not too modern or too trendy. There is always a great time to pull out some vintage looks whether from a thrift store or an upscale vintage store. When it comes living in the fashion world and even being inspired there is a need for fashion icons, and outfit inspiration like these five quotes from Audrey Hepburn, and my vintage style look book.  

Five Audrey Hepburn Style & Life Quotes to Live By: 

1. "The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries or the way she combs her hair."

2. "For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone."

3. "The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides."

4. "The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mode but the true beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It is the caring that she lovingly gives the passion that she shows. The beauty of a woman grows with the passing years."

5. "I love people who make me laugh. I honestly think it's the thing I like most, to laugh. It cures a multitude of ills. It's probably the most important thing in a person."

Ways You Can Create Your Own Vintage Look

My Looks:

Outfit Similar: 

Michael Kors Shirt

Mermaid Skirt 

Vintage Cat-Eye Glasses 

Pearl Stud Earrings

Vintage Peep Toe Heels 

Michael Kors Hand Bag

Pearl Necklace

*Note: I could not find any of my real outfit online which is why I put one similar. Also the shirt I was wearing was Michael Kors and I could not find the exact one online. I made an outfit similar on Polyvore (follow me @colemakayla) and underneath the picture are the links for each item.*

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Life Milestone: Meeting Christina Karin and Slaying While Doing it

Okay, hi FancyMouseketeers something great has happened this past Saturday I was invited to Christina Karin's sample sale in Wicker park which was awesome. Most of her designs are really bold to me, and she's even really good at fashion illustrating. This summer I was supposed to intern for her, but some things came up. Yet, I still thought it was sweet for her team to ask me to come to the sample sale. I got a glimpse of what it would be like working with her, she's super friendly, and sweet btw! Just seeing her designs and showroom helped me believe in working hard and pushing hard even when you do not want to. Sometimes it is hard especially now in the fashion industry because there are millions of other fashion bloggers I have to compete with. Also, as a college student I have a ton of homework, and even jobs, and I still have to make time for blogging. Sometimes you may want to give up but never stop, because the end result will always be great. 

Here is my "attending my first Fashion Showroom Sample Sale" Look book lol:

Here is a look similar to the one I am sporting in my photos:

Do not forget to follow me on polyvore @colemakayla

Click on links:

Shirt 

Bib Necklace

Skirt

Long Blazer

Purse

Shoes

Internship LookBook: Simplistic Thursday

Ways to get this look: 

turtleneck shirt 

Slacks/Pants

Heels 

Ways To Rock Color and Still Dress Business Casual for an Internship

   Yesterday, I kept it cool, chic, and business casual for my new Communications/PR internship at Chicago Housing Authority. I don't like my heels too high (who really does when walking downtown?). So a lot of people that were former interns like me were just really wearing black and white, but me as a fashion blogger I took risks and a lot of people are afraid to take risks in a business casual environment. Well do not be as long as you are not wearing a mini-skirt, some bright neon colors, or a crop tops then you should be good. There are some great ways to be fashionable but also business casual (just throwing that out there). So I am here to help you find those ways so you don't think everyday has to be a black and white kind of day. 

In this color I went all out because it was Monday and who doesn't need colors for to get through a full time work week? First, I got a pale pink shirt because you want color, but not a super bright color. Then I got a printed skirt that was below my knees because that is what most Business casual professionals want. It may seem hard but honestly, you just can't be afraid. A lot of people told me that I looked nice and those were big names at the company I work at. Do not be afraid to try new things out. Just abide by the dress code rules and you should be fine!

Internship Style LookBook: Carrie Diaries Inspired

Internship Essentials

Since I was 17 years old I loved the short lived tv series The Carrie Diaries. Basically, in short for those of you who do not know what the show was about it was the younger version of the Carrie Bradshaw we all know about. Before the city and the crazy lifestyle there was just Carrie Bradshaw. Throughout, the show she goes through crazy life challenges, designs a gorgeous purse, and scores an internship at a top magazine company. It was that show that really opened my eyes to fashion. Anything vintage attracts and I don't know why, but the 60's and the 80's will always be my favorite fashion decades. Anyways, this post is about internship outfits so let's get started! 

This was Carrie's first internship outfit, and I absolutely loved it. If you love mixing and matching prints then this look will suit you! The print and the tied up dress blouse definitely gives it an 80's flair. Also, I apologize but I got my pink vintage 80's blouse from the thrift store. Still, after searching high and low on the internet I found this really cute mustard colored top from chicwish!

Here is an outfit I created Polyvore that you can try to recreate or buy: @colemakayla on Polyvore

Outfit Details:

• Kiss Me Bow Top in Mustard chicwish.com $42
• Zibi London Lace Pencil Skirt $33.45
• Milly Splatter Paint Satchel
• Sophie Black Suede Heeled Stiletto $11.15
• Bangles riverisland.com $14
• Chaps Triangle Stud earrings $7

This outfit is both modern and vintage at the same time. Just a pop of color and primary colors helps make it not too overwhelming. The lace on the skirt makes it a little more formal and fancy with the lace fringe at the bottom. The print on the purse compliments the mustard colored top, and makes it a great statement piece. Sporting this outfit at an interview, job, or internship will definitely turn heads and you might even get offered a position at Vogue or something. (Okay kidding about the last part, but still!) Also, check out The Carrie Diaries on Netflix there are only two seasons and comment what you like to wear for internships or don't like to wear. 

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