I'm Impressed...

You know I don't really gravitate towards preppy prints and bright colors but JCrew continues to impress me with their catalogs. They have a really GREAT stylist. I would wear any of these combos....just beautiful!
It looks like she draws a little inspiration from Nylon, pairing the socks with pumps and torn jeans, and then gives it a high end twist with all the asymetrical ruffled T's and cashmere sweaters and blingy costume jewelry.

I especially love the vintage-inspired brown short boots. Just really loving what J Crew is putting out...maybe it's time for a visit to their store.

My LUST LIST

I have to apologize for my absence! It's 3:43 AM and I am posting a blog...ok, I just erased that and thought it'd be funny to share, that while I am posting a blog, I'm actually doing a little online shopping...a little for me...a little for a client, but whose counting. So, I have to share with you all my LUST LIST. I'm coveting these items in a way that is probably not healthy, but I just want them so desperately!This boot is awesome because you are getting 3 heights for the price of...well, 3 boots. But no matter, here it is in 2 of the heights, ankle and knee-high worn with some of my favorites from Max Azria's spectacular Fall Collection.

(Off the subject, but a great tip: what really makes these outfits extra spectacular is the way they paired the "extras" with the main piece. For example, the white dress, black mini, and the felt asymetrical vest, all have the same lace turtleneck layered underneath and the black one shoulder dress has a sheer knit turtlenck with it. The leather gloves, suede leggings, turtlenecks really give the look "the look". You can try this for a much lower cost with a sheer long sleeved black tee and a dress in your own closet. Pile on the gloves, leggings, boots until you find a good balance for you. Remember, unless you are a size zero, layering can make you look bulkier than you are so layer with very sheer fabrics.)

As far as jackets go, I'm torn between a drapey, asymetrical Helmut Lang jacket that is similar to this one. It is partially a soft leather and partially wool.

OR this washed leather biker jacket (in black) from Rick Owens.
Clearly, the latter is a bit more special...for A LOT more price tag. Either way, it's gorgeous and I plan on saving my pennies.

I also have a dilemma because I am wanting these Prada pumps...eeek! Time to start looking for "the look for less". But I will keep you aprised on my SPLURGE(s)!

Hope this post has wetted your appetite....til my next nightime online window shopping binge!

Nashville Lifestyles: Imogene and Willie

A couple of weeks ago I shot with photographer Tec Petaja for the clothing store Imogene and Willie (both whom I have mentioned in past blogs) for the October issue of Nashville Lifestyles. I worked as a model on this shoot, but the clothes were sooo fabulous that I had to share...

Go get fitted for some jeans! 

Imogeneandwillie.com

tecpetaja.com

Knee Highs For Fall?

I Think So!

Fashion story cont.

More magic from our day of shooting with new LV model, Amanda Ramirez and photog Reid Rolls.

Shot of Inspiration: Leather Boots For Fall

I am on my way to buy these....

www.urbanoutfitters.com

If you are wondering where we are....

In between our posts, please follow us on Twitter! Sometimes we are working on cool jobs and we are itching to show you some pics but the lag time between doing the shoot and actually getting some images can be loooooonnnngg. Especially if we do the shoot for a magazine or cd cover. So, follow us at:

twitter.com/theivoryfeather AND twitter.com/annieareuokay

Monday, I'm doing a bit of styling for Martina McBride and Trace Adkins, so you'll definitely want to check the twitpics for up to the minute updates. And today, you can get a behind-the-scenes first look at a shoot that I'm doing for Fringe Magazine with model, Salome Steinmann (Make Me A Supermodel cast member).

And just because I like pretty things, here is a purty image to feast your eyes upon:

This is a teaser from a magical shoot we did with Amanda Ramirez, of the band Johnny Swim, who also happens to be the new catalog model for Louis Vouitton 2010. Yes, you heard right, LV, and yes, she's from right here in Nashville. The glam squad getting this girl ready and photographed was none other than, Lorena Lopez (Hair/MUA), Reid Rolls (photog) myself (style maven), Becky Fluke (moral support and great music video film maker) and Chad and Connie (assistants extraordinaire)!

Photographer spotlight: Tec Petaja

I met Tec for the first time while he was shooting my friend's wedding.  Not only is his wedding photography the best I have ever seen he is also an amazing lifestyle photographer (above is one of my favorite pics!) I have also had the pleasure of shooting with him, personally, and I can tell you he is amazingly fresh and has a great perspective on shooting the person exactly as they should be shot.  

If you like... check out TecPetaja.com and hire him for your next shoot! 

Model Spotlight: Kojii Helnwein

I just got back from a packed weekend in LA where I spent much of the time styling a fashion story with Photog Reid Rolls and Model Kojii Helnwein. Our story was focused on the new silhouette of the season which you've no doubt noticed us blogging about already. The bold shouldered, menswear inspired fashions boasting pleated trousers and splashes of neon.

Introducing Kojii Helnwein, who you may recognize from the current season of Project Runway and the new take-off, Models of the Runway, as our model! This is a teaser photo from our day of shooting. She was a city girl doing city girl things...in style. You can learn more about Kojii and her modeling career by clicking HERE...and also about her musical career as well. She knows how to rock a mic and a guitar!

All in all, I had a great time in LA with Reid AND made a few new friends! You can follow Kojii on TWITTER....and follow her BLOG. For more information on wardrobe styling for yourself or your magazine you can contact me thru our WEBSITE.
xo,
Kyah

Behind The Scenes: Britten

Last week I had the opportunity to style one of my very dear friends Britten.  Britten is a Nashville singer/songwriter but I almost hesitate to put him in that box considering he might just be one of the most talented voices I have ever heard. Drawing one of the most enthusiastic crowds in Nashville, Britten is also a class A crooner. He is more than soulful, has a ridiculous range and isn't too hard on the eyes either. I was mostly excited about this shoot because I am for sure one of his number one fans (in case you couldn't tell hehe). 

Check him out at www.myspace.com/brittenmusic 

Doesn't he look fly? 

Also check out ArielRenae.com! AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHER!