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!

CARNIVALE25 {BEHIND THE SCENES}

{ABOVE} An amazing composite photo of me in various stages of styling! Photo by Jeremy Charles.  Wearing a vintage sequin top from Cheap Thrills Vintage.

{ABOVE} I wanted to bring in layers that evoked richness, depth and glamour.

{ABOVE} After a couple hours, these taper candles began to accumulate layers of dripped wax to create a rather Gothic look.

{ABOVE} In order to continue the rich and romantic look of the set, I brought in beautiful roses and hydrangea, all in white.  The flower arrangements were created by a talented floral designer at Talmadge Powell Creative.

{ABOVE} The creative team that made it all happen.

Props courtesy of Tulsa Violin Shop, Dale Gillman Antiques, I-44 Antique Mall, Miss Jackson's, River City Antiques and The Antiquary.

Location: Fly Loft

Special thanks to the Tulsa Symphony and Todd Cunningham

THE ARTIST

{Dress}Leifsdottir via Anthropologie, {Shoes}Ann Taylor, {Rings}Catbird

"If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the artist free to follow his vision wherever it takes him". -John F. Kennedy

Photos by Jamie Alsabrook

Location: Tulsa Little Theater

Special thanks to Bryce and Sunshine Hill and the rest of the team at Tulsa Little Theater!

DAYS OF HEAVEN

{Skirt and Top}via Cheap Thrills Vintage, {Heels}Ann Taylor, {Eye Wear}Thom Browne via Black Optical

As a set decorator, I am on a continuous journey to discover things that both inspire and move me.  As I have shared before, the Tall Grass Prairie in Pawhuska, Oklahoma is a place I return to time and time again.  I have now been there to behold the beauty of each season and I have come to the conclusion that the winter season is my favorite there.  With fields of gold that welcome the warmth of the sun and seem to dance in the wind it is a truly spectacular sight to behold.  Perhaps it is enhanced by winter's light and austerity.  It is a place where I feel a spiritual connection, experience inner peace and I leave with a renewed spirit.
      

On this day, the visual masterpiece of  the film "Days of Heaven" is re-imagined.  So come along on this magical, cinematic and poetic journey.

Photos by Jamie Alsabrook

Set Decorating by Stacy Suvino

Props courtesy of Bix Antiques

MY FAIR LADY: PART TWO

{Dress}Clover Canyon, old but love this one, {Eye Wear}Ellery, old but love these, {Shoes}Ann Taylor, old but similar here

A few weeks ago, I posted images photographed at the Tulsa State Fair that chronicled my adventures there.  We photographed into the evening hours and I wanted to share them with you as well.  The night was filled with crisp air, bright lights, exhilarating rides and cotton candy dreams.  

Photography by Jamie Alsabrook

Production Assistant: Tony Li

IT'S NOT ALL BLACK AND WHITE

{Sweatshirt}Zara, {Skirt}, Zara, {Eye Wear}Barton Perreira, Feldon via Black Optical, {Handbag}Saint Laurent via Bergdorf Goodman, {Boots}Nine West

One of my trademarks has become wearing a matching set, usually in a graphic pattern.  I love the statement they make together, but equally I like the option of splitting them up from time to time and multiplying their versatility.  On a side note how amazing are these Barton Perreira sunglasses?! I don't wear red very often but in an accessory I'll make an exception.  

Photography by Jamie Alsabrook

Murals by Live4This for whoismotcot campaign