Hand Me Downs

So it's been about a year but I've decided to start showing my face round here again with a short outfit post. I recently acquired some ridiculously fabulous "hand me downs" from one of my roommates who will be moving across country soon and needed to clear out her closet a bit. My most favorite piece was this Free People dress which I have worn three times already in the past week and a half (shhh don't tell anyone!!) I also am in love with this horse bracelet which I got from her. The lion necklace I've had for a bit and is from H&M and the blue and gold necklace is vintage given to me by a friend bought at a garage sale :)

Red White and Blue

It's been quite awhile since I've done an outfit post and since I got a little bit festive yesterday for the 4th of July I decided it would be a good idea to document and share. Hope everyone had a great holiday! Did anyone do anything fun? :)

She's back!

 Outfit Details: Mossimo Dress / Handmade Headband / Justin Cowboy Boots

Holy cow, it's been almost two weeks since I posted eek! I hate being inconsistent about my blog but I assure you it's only because I've been working hard on so many new exciting things!

Okay so a mini update of whats been going down over the past couple of weeks: 

- Last Monday I started my new job as a full time graphic designer for Sheknows.com. So far absolutely loving it!!

- Did a photoshoot with Sareena Dominguez on Saturday for her upcoming album. Can't wait to share the photos!

- I think I mentioned I did a photoshoot for Java Magazine a couple of weeks ago and the issue is finally out as of yesterday! Hoping to share pictures as soon as I can get my hands on a copy of the magazine.

- Getting ready to show some new photography work this week at Redemption Tempe for their First Wednesday Art Night. Should be pretty rad :)

Lots more pictures and stories to come in the next week! I promise not to disappear for another two weeks. Hope everyone is having a lovely Monday!

In Full Bloom

Just another Spring inspired outfit which as of yesterday, March 20th, is officially appropriate as it was the official beginning of Spring, Yay!

School Girl Style

I recently found this super cute kind of school girl plaid dress at an antique market and I absolutely adore it! I think it's possible it belonged to an actual 16 year old school girl at some point judging by the tiny neck and arm holes ha. The colors and plaid are more Fall style but the cut says wear me now it's 80 degrees out!

In other news, I'm having one of the best days ever. I just got an offer for a design job at a really fantastic womans magazine and I am ridiculously excited!!! I've been doing a combo of working part time design jobs mixed with freelance and vintage selling and I am super excited to actually be working one place full time with health benefits and an awesome team and a pretty legit product. My life will be a lot more structured and focused which is something I really need ha.  I'll still be blogging and occasionally updating the shop and I'll still have my weekends open for occasional photo shoots which I think will be perfect. I really couldn't be more happy :) :) :) Happy Friday!!

Singing Songs of Spring

It's a beautiful day out today and the birds have been chirping their songs of Spring loud and clear! In honor of their beautiful melodies I thought I'd bring my little red cardinal buddy in for a few photos ;)

What I Wore

Outfit Details: Handmade Kitten Paws Headband / Ella Moss Dress / Vintage Esprit Purse

This is one of my all time favorite dresses and one of the few dresses in my closet that isn't vintage. I bought it a few years ago at Buffalo Exchange and it has been kind of a staple in my wardrobe for awhile now. It can be both casual and pretty dressy depending on how I decide to accessorize. It's also extremely comfy so double win :)

Storybook Chic

Okay, so I'll admit it. I found this dress in a costume section during Halloween time at a thrift store but I think it makes an awesome daily wear too! Definitely not appropriate for every occasion but once in awhile it's nice to add a little bit of magic and whimsy to the every day. I'm also wearing a new headband which I made last night to match my storybook dress :-)

What I Wore: Vintage Mix

Outfit Details: Vintage Straw Hat / Vintage Levis Denim Jacket / Vintage Hawaiian Dress / Vintage Black Roper Boots

Happy Saturday! I wore this little number today for a pretty mellow and uneventful afternoon.  Slept in a bit this morning which was nice then mostly worked on freelance projects and watched silly dance tv shows. Pretty epic day hah. Going to a crazy 90s themed dance party tonight though which should redeem the low keyness of my Saturday. Hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend so far :) 

What I Wore: Vintage Twirling Dress

This is another one of my favorite vintage dresses that has been in my closet for a couple of years but I don't think I've ever photographed it. I absolutely love the neckline and the fullness of the skirt which is extremly good for twirling around in :)

Outfit Details: Felt Gaera Bow / Vintage Dress /  Thrifted George Brand Boots

I'm pretty excited about the weekend. Going to hang out with some good friends I haven't seen in awhile and also go to a 90s dance party (!!) I have no idea what I'm going to wear yet but I hope it to be very brightly colored and possibly involve a fanny pack. I am planning on photo documenting the event so stay tuned for some crazy pictures. Anyone have any fun plans for the weekend? :)

What I Wore: Flower Lady

This is one of my all time favorite vintage dresses. I found it at Buffalo Exchange a couple of years ago when I was looking for an outfit to wear to a big art show I had coming up. I absolutely love the color and cut. Makes me feel like such a lady!

Hope everyone is having an excellent weekend! I've had quite a busy one filled with lots of friends and fun times. Friday night I went to a What Laura Says Thinks and Feels show at the Crescent Ballroom which was INCREDIBLE. Last night went to another Gospel Lee show and took a TON of photos as his official photographer. Then went to see "The Artist" which was an incredible silent film about silent films. Super rad, I highly recommend. Finished off the evening with some of my favorite people at SideBar. A pretty wonderful weekend if you ask me :-)

What I Wore: Lil Red Dress

 Outfit Details: Thrifted Red Dress / Handmade Headband by Kitten Paws / Thrifted Cowboy Boots

I recently thrifted this super saucy lil red dress that was supposed to be for the shop but I think I may have to keep it for myself! It's such a spunky dress. It demands WEAR ME NOW! LET'S GO ON DATES! LET'S DANCE! The crazy extra layer of hip poof definitely makes me wider looking than normal which makes me a tiny bit self conscious but I think it's okay. A lil bit more curviness would probably do me good ha.

Hope everyone is having a lovely day! Anyone have any fun plans for the weekend? :)

Dark Hair Dark Lips

Outfit Details: Handmade Kitten Paws Greek Goddess Headband, 

Ramage 90s Velvet Grunge Dress

So I decided to go a bit darker on the red and I really like it! Unfortunately red fades pretty fast so it won't be this dark for long but I think it'll fade better than the more orangey red I've been going with lately. I happened to find a darker shade of lipstick in my makeup bag this morning that matched my hair perfectly which is a little bit creepy little bit awesome. It made me feel a little bit goth grunge so I decided to wear this fun 90s Velvet Rampage dress.

On a side note one of my semi New Years resolution things is to get out of my garage and a little bit more creative with my outfit photos. It mostly means asking people for help and getting out of my comfort zone with the possibility of other people seeing me make weird faces and poses ha.

Kitten Paws Vintage turns Three Years Old!

Just a few silly pictures and a tiny happy dance to say that today Kitten Paws Vintage turns three years old! It's crazy to think that my fun little side project that initially started as a desire to get more into fashion photography has become sort of a legitimate thing hah :)

This year has been kind of a big one for me. I meant to do some sort of reflective New Years post and it didn't happen so this will kind of be it... or part of it at least ha. Some highlights from this past year have been doing lots of awesome photoshoots with so many lovely people, having my first local pop up shop, getting lots of really nice press, having artwork at some legit galleries, getting voted Best Style Blog by the Phoenix New Times, launching my line of handmade Flower Crowns  and my most favorite thing ever of the year, doing a photoshoot for NYLON Magazine! Seriously I feel so blessed and excited for so many positive things in such a short amount of time. I've been brewing some crazy personal and professional plans and goals for this upcoming year (which I hope to share soon!) and I am so so ecstatic to continue to move forward and to grow.  Hope everyone is having a wonderful new year so far! Can't wait to continue to share my journey with you all :)

A Charlie Brown Christmas Outfit

Outfit Details

 Flower Headband -  Handmade by me available in the shop

Vintage Puppy Dog Cameo Necklace - Sunset Exchange

Vintage Warren Petites Dress -Thrifted

(I blogged this dress as one of my first outfit posts earlier this year here!)

Vintage Velvet Bow shoes - Thrifted

Hello all and merry almost Christmas! Only a few days away and I almost feel ready. Had a pretty fantastic Christmas party with friends over the weekend and now it's time to celebrate with family for the next few days. I'm super excited to see my sister who will be in town with all her kids. I have presents for almost everyone - one more person to go. Gettin pretty darn excited :)

Giveaway 2: Smitten as a Kitten

For those who love kittens, here is a little feline themed outfit post and giveaway! Today I'm giving away a super adorable 8.5 x 11" Smitten as a Kitten illustrated print made by yours truly. Simply comment on this post for a chance to win! Be sure to include a valid email address so I can contact you if you win!

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Each giveaway will be open for comments for five days. This giveaway will be open until Wednesday December 14th at 11:59 pm AZ Time. The winner will be randomly selected by random.org. Good luck!!

Lover of Lace

 

This outfit embodies so many things I am loving right now. The lace dress I got it in the kids section at a local thrift store. I've only worn it out a couple of times including last night to a really great show at the Sail Inn. I try to wear flowers in my hair as much as possible and this headband is one of my favorites. I always love a pretty vintage cameo necklace so this one which I recently found at Buffalo Exchange has found a special place in my wardrobe. The shoes I have been wearing A TON lately with both dresses and jeans. I found them about a month and a half ago at a thrift store and even though they were a size or two too big I knew they had to come home with me.

Hope everyone is having an incredible weekend! Don't forget about the Kitten Paws Vintage Shop Thanksgiving Weekend sale! Enter the code: GIVETHANKS and receive 20% off your entire order

Raccoon Tail Love...

 

So I randomly found a real raccoon tail hat at a thrift store and HAD to buy it. Kind of gross / kind of awesome. It's a bit small for my giant pile of hair but I luvvvs it! I don't know that I plan on wearing it out any time soon but it will definitely be fun for photoshoots :-)

What We Wore

Andre and I had the most excellent day date yesterday at The Farm At South Mountain. We got brunch at their Morning Glory Cafe and it was absolutely deeellish! I got the South Mountain Omelet which I would HIGHLY recommend if you are a local. Goat cheese + local farm grown veggies + salsa verde =yum town. After brunch we walked around snapped a few photos and talked about life. It was quite a wonderful and refreshing time.

My Favorite Accessory

My favorite little guy was out just in time for a few outfit photos! He was out twice today maybe because it's getting a tiny bit cooler outside.

About this outfit: I may or may not have bought this dress in the childrens section, you decide ha! Paired with fancy new (old) cowboy boots, one of my favorite handmade headbands and a vintage handmade owl necklace. I'm feelin' a bit like a flower child today. Hope everyone is having a lovely day :)