DARLING MAGAZINE SPRING ISSUE

Photos by Trever Hoehne, Styling by Haley Roemen, Hair and Make-Up by Francesca Giaimo, Props by Stacy Suvino

It is always so much fun and so inspiring to collaborate with Darling Magazine.  This time around I painted a standard bullhorn with a colorful palette of stripes.  It's amazing what a little color can do to enhance something!  Happy Friday and may it be a day of unexpected adventure!

ARCHITECTURAL

{Skirt}Girls from Savoy via Anthropologie, {Faux Stingray Booties}Elizabeth and James via Bergdorf Goodman, {Handbag}Marc Jacobs, {Jewel Collar}Forever 21, {Eye Wear}Asos

Beginning at a young age, I developed a deep love for architecture and all of her components.  I can remember being a student in elementary school with doodles of buildings filling my notebook pages.  My parents recognized my strong interest in this craft and began furthering and nurturing my education through books and a heavy supply of drawing paper and making sure I was always fully stocked with a vast supply of drawing pencils.

Fast forward a few years later and while my path has diverted from becoming an architect it hasn't strayed too far.  In many of the windows I have designed and editorials I've layed out, symmetry is often displayed as well as the use of construction.  The influence of architecture is prominent even in my selection of both garments and accessories.  I gravitate towards pieces that feature strong silhouettes, linear lines and interesting construction.

Photos by Jamie Alsabrook

SMALL TOWN GIRL

Standing in front of the most iconic building downtown, the Triangle Building

A glimpse of the courthouse

{Dress}Vintage, {Handbag}Marc Jacobs, {Heels}Ann Taylor, {Eye Wear}Ray Ban

I discovered the town of Pawhuska earlier this summer and have been spending a lot of time there these past few months.  The downtown area is incredibly charming and transports me to another time.  There is so much history and beautiful architecture to behold.  It's to no surprise the film industry has taken notice of this quaint little town.  You may recognize it from the film "To the Wonder" and the upcoming "August Osage County".  My favorite buildings there are the Triangle Building and the Courthouse, which I found out were both in danger of being torn down at one point.  I'm so glad they weren't...they are such treasures!

As for my dress, it's one of my favorite vintage finds! It was in the local vintage shop window for about a month and I kept driving by and thinking about it.  It was originally a 1970's long formal but I kept thinking what a great little cocktail dress it would make.  I finally decided to buy it and have been smitten ever since.  Besides the playful print, I just adore the ruffled collar!

Photography by Jamie Alsabrook

Location: Pawhuska, OK   

DOLLHOUSE

 

 I've had this dress going on four years now but it still remains one of my favorites! It has a very vintage feel to it which I love!

{Dress}Zac Posen for Target, {Handbag}Marc Jacobs, {Eye Wear}Vintage
   

One of the things I love about living here in Tulsa are the unexpected beautiful discoveries.  I experienced them all the time in New York City and have been pleasantly surprised to experience the same here.  I took a different route home several weeks ago and stumbled upon this adorable house that was screaming for a photo shoot.  From the color scheme, door symmetry and a perfectly manicured lawn...I fell in love.  

  

Photos by Jamie Alsabrook

Special thanks to Michael O'Shea for graciously lending your home!

Chair courtesy of Bix Antiques

A LA MOD

 

{Dress}Vintage via Cheap Thrills {Clutch}Zara {Earrings}Vintage via Mae's Heirlooms

Photos by Jamie Alsabrook

Make Up by Jordan Best

Production Assistant: Tony Li

Location: Aloft Downtown Tulsa