One of the hot trends this season is super stylish, James Dean-ish, semi-greaser, suave vintage, classic, iconic menswear like leather loafers and denim jackets.

Enjoy!

XOXO,

Me.

Styling: Michael Ussery
Photography: Keith Ketchum Photography

Wearing some of Jessie Williams’ newest tights, Adrienne went to Carolina Farmin’.  Paired with Jeffrey Campbells and a Seneca Rising tunic- she looked like all the other girls doing their grocery shopping!

XOXO,

Me.

Styling: Michael Ussery
Photography: Keith Ketchum Photography

Maybe you remember our Back To School Giveaway where the winner got the outfit of their choice- and our winner was Meghan Jenks. 

Recently she spent the afternoon at Groove Jet Salon where Erica Adams did her hair, and then came to the store- where our very own, Adrienne, did her makeup.  Then we took it to the streets for a little photo shoot-

Meghan won a dress by Motel, shoes by Jeffrey Campbell, bag by Hob Gear and the Bonarutituti Earring by Jessie Williams!

Enjoy!

XOXO,

Me.

PS- make sure you read the blog about the MAKEOVER LOTTO- the next winner could be you!

Photos courtesy of Keith Ketchum Photography.

Kicking up our men’s department, here’s Tyler rocking a great season transition outfit.  Wilmington gets cooler, but not cold this time of the year, so layers make it easy.  Rocking some Insight lightweight cords, a KR3W T-shirt, Comune Jacket and some fresh, new Zuriicks, here’s how our Fall is done.

Enjoy!

XOXO,

Me.

Styling: Michael Ussery
Photography: Keith Ketchum Photography

Wilmington locals know. Raleigh fans do too.  The Triangle is getting familiar.  So maybe you should be in the know. 

Her name is Bibis Ellison.

When asked where she’s from, get ready for a list.  Charlotte, Wilmington, Myrtle Beach and Chapel Hill is how she will respond.  She taught school for a while, but it wasn’t until one night singing karaoke in Wilmington, did she realize the power she possessed. 

Taking to the stage each Tuesday night at The Whiskey in downtown Wilmington, Bibis took to the stage, usually in a cute skirt or skinny jeans, and a beautiful grey or black flowing top and simple earrings.  Always appearing bashful and shy, she graciously thanked everyone for coming to see her, and then stood at attention behind the microphone stand, placing one hand atop the mic and the other mid way down, holding the chord in her fingers.  And then, you realized why you came. 

From her mouth, which loves birthday cake (not just cake, BIRTHDAY cake), she effortless coats the air with a sound unheard by most ears.  The sultry tones, the raspy words, the amazing long notes, and the song selection fill the room, your ears, every nook and space with a goosebump inducing warmth.  Ranging from Etta James, to Lady Gaga, the “Bibis twist” on the songs you know will leave you aching for more.  I stand by this, and always joke, but if Bibis turns up missing one day, the first place you should check is Beyonce’s house- because Bibis can sing Beyonce better than Beyonce.  (My personal favorite: “If I Were a Boy”, followed closely by anything by Adele.)

You may see her and when sizing her up, not believe the grandness of her voice, but trust me, something big comes from this small package. 

Recently while in Wilmington, Bibis and I got together for a fun afternoon of laughs and sweating (it was so hot!) and played with this idea of big and small.  Pairing “small” pants and skirts with “large” tops and dresses. 

Bibis will continue to work on her music pursuing her own writing channelling more upbeat and bluesy sounds, and hopes to find a place in the music industry someday.  And befriend a fox. 

Find her on October 13th at the Pink Ribbon Festival in Wrightsville Beach, NC and later in the year, early December, back at Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro, NC.

Enjoy!

XOXO,

Me.

Styling by Michael Ussery
Photography by Michael Scott Marlowe of Marlowe Images