Young Love

I love this picture. The optimism in their eyes always makes me feel a bit sentimental. Beautiful and inspiring. This is a photo of my parents on their wedding day, almost 50 years ago. It's relevant for two reasons, the first being that today is my mother's birthday and the second being that I just began looking for my own wedding dress and so far it has been a struggle to find that one dress that has all the elements that I am looking for. It is so hard to find a simply elegant, unique, chic, modern wedding dress with just a hint of sexy that's will be comfortable enough to wear in 90 degree weather?? Apparently... so the search continues. My mother actually made her wedding dress, along with many pieces in her wardrobe. Lucky for me, I have an appreciation for vintage items and she still has a few things left! And speaking of weddings....

See that tall fellow in front of the church door? That's my daddy when he was a teenager at his sister's wedding!! Fast forward to a few years ago, someone spotted this picture on the cover of the book Nubian Weddings, by Ingrid Sturgis. How cool is that?? Long story short, the photographer sold the picture to the author and it wound up on the cover. I love how even the bridesmaids looked like they were getting married. For people who grew up poor, this bridal party rivals the royal wedding if you ask me. Well, all this wedding talk has me feeling like there's a to-do list somewhere that needs to be scratched off. Enjoy the rest of your week!! 

My WOREriors

Few things make me happier than seeing my customers enjoying the clothes or accessories they purchased from Love & Wore. I always encourage my girls to get what feels right, not what they think they should buy. Quality clothes always sell themselves, plus, no one likes a pushy saleswomen, do they??? Here are some pictures of my woreriors from the Cocktails and Couture trunk show, the women that brought the clothes that fit both their style and lifestyle. 

She copped this gorgeous vintage skirt by Oscar de la Renta

and she scored this vibrant vintage printed top...

This vintage Givenchy choker is right on trend,

while this vintage black mink jacket is a timeless addition to her wardrobe...

This versatile peplum suit can be worn together or separately,

And this perforated leather skirt is sooo sick...

This 80's lace mermaid dress is one of my favorite pieces,

And this mother-daughter duo are fly in this vintage fur smock and sequin dress...

She was pleased with her purchases which included a leopard print pillbox hat, fox fur coat, a multi strand pearl necklace and this exquisite beaded and mesh dress..

Have a great week and remember, no matter what you buy, make sure it makes you smile from the inside out! 

Part Deux Preview

Here's just a lil sample of what's to come at the Cocktails and Couture (Part Deux) trunk show. This is one of my favorite collections to date, with looks that could be straight off of the runway! There are influences from Saint Laurent & Marni, with some vintage Givenchy, Oscar De La Renta and Lanvin. There are also tons of non designer pieces that are just as fab. Mixing high and low pieces makes a more interesting outfit anyway.

With this collection, I focused on mix-n-match patterns and intricate detailing.  Although I am a summer girl at heart, fall dressing is way more fun with all the layering, rich hues and textures. All the pieces appeal to different women, but can also be part of someone's eclectic wardrobe. (Mine! lol) Don't miss out, there's still time to RSVP- www.cocktailsandcouture2.eventbrite.com. More pics to come, see you there! 

Part Deux

Just in time for fall, we are setting up shop again for Cocktails and Couture, Part Deux. The first one was a major success and this one is shaping up to be bigger and better! There will be racks from Love & Wore, Again Vintage, and Buis and Whistles as well as nails and lashes!! Leave looking fab for fall!

RSVP at cocktailsandcouture2.eventbrite.com. Speaking of trunk shows, I'll leave you all with some pics from our last event, We Shop, We Drink. 

Hope to see you next week!

Modern Muse

Although this is a vintage blog, a lot of my inspirations come from modern interpretations of style. To me, there's nothing cooler than recreating today's trends with yesterday's clothes. It adds an authenticity that can't be bought in stores. I saw these pictures from Nini Nguyen's blog, Ninistyle.net and I fell in love, instantly. This editorial is from the September issue of Vietnam Harpers Bazaar. I MUST wear this outfit, like yesterday. 

                                   Perfection! 

We Shop, We Drink

We have a major shopping event coming up featuring vintage fashions by Love and Wore, Again Vintage and Fashionton Heights! Plus, nails by Stiletto Bott! It's gonna be a fab event, more pics to come!! 

Pussy Cat

Scarface is one of my favorite movies and I think 90% of that is because of Michelle Pfeiffer and her wardrobe. Let's take a moment to reflect on her flyness....

Happy Monday! Hope you smile more than she did in this movie!!

Eclectic Closet Trunk Show!!

Attention NYC!!! Check out the Eclectic Closet Trunk Show featuring vintage wears from Love & Wore, Again Vintage, Buis and Whistles and handmade jewelry from Hecho En Harlem. Eat, drink and dance while enjoying a mini makeover including lashes and manicures!!! Come for the fun and leave feeling brand new!!!

RSVP for location. See you there!!! 

Shop & Sip

Last week, Love & Wore participated in a major shopping event at The Varick Room in TriBeCa. The venue was great and everyone left with a smile on their face. Here are a few pictures I snapped between selling, shopping and sipping on cocktails....

A sample of my vintage collection...

and a view of one of my best friends Atiyya and her rack from Again vintage.

She loved her new leather moto jacket.

Meanwhile, her sister opted for the vintage Egyptian print bomber...

She already had an outfit and hair style planned to go with her vintage Karl Lagerfeld gold flower clip ons.

She walked away with the metallic beaded necklace and a Gatsby style vintage mint green flapper dress (not pictured) Lucky her!!!

And she was happy to find this sparkling vintage trophy jacket to match her new earrings! Much love to buisandwhistles.com for inviting me to this participate in this event. Stay tuned for events in the near future and try to keep cool in this heat!!!

Cocktails & Couture *UPDATE*

PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN TIME!!! It has been a busy few weeks, but I am now super excited to invite you to  the Cocktails & Couture trunk show featuring Love & Wore, along with some other great vendors! I have TONS of clothing and accessories for sale, so come out and dance, drink and dress up in some fly vintage pieces! Plus, you can get yo' nails done too... Check it out!!

Love & Wore, Interrupted

Hi readers, I just wanted to let you know I haven't forgotten about my favorite hobby, which is updating Love & Wore, I just have been extremely busy. I had to deal with surgery, moving into a new apartment and the death of a loved one all within a few weeks. I hope to be updating regularly very soon. Til we meet again...xoxo

Vintage at the Met Gala 2013

The Met Gala is my favorite red carpet of the year, even more so than the Oscars. It the time when celebrities and fashion folk alike can really embrace fashion and show off their personal style. Here are a few vintage looks that really put the stamp of authenticity on this year's "PUNK: Chaos to Couture" theme.

The Olsen twins never fail to add vintage flair to every event. Personally, I love their style. They can do no wrong in my book. They rather look interesting than pretty, in a culture where they could easily rely on being skinny, rich and blonde. I respect that.  Right, Ashley in a 1972 Christian Dior look. Left, Mary Kate in a vintage Chanel dress and vintage Balmain robe. I love that damn robe.

Here's Lily Collins wearing a vintage Moschino jacket over a Moschino dress. Moschino is a perfect designer if "punk"is what your going for. 

  

   

This particular look is way too busy for me, but I guess she has the whole Chaos to Couture theme covered. 

                                          

Last but not least, Anne Hathaway in one of my favorite looks of the night. Vintage Valentino. This look embodies edgy elegance which is exactly what the Met Gala is supposed to be about. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Icons + Inspiration

Grace Jones,  the epitome of Fierce. So fierce, that I was actually scared of her when I was young. Lol!

Pat Cleveland, Forever Young.

I had the pleasure of meeting her and her daughter, who happens to also be a model,  when I was a fashion assistant a few years ago. We chatted about shoes and I had no idea at the time that I was meeting such a legendary model!

China Machado, Elegance Personified.

Naomi Campbell, Crazy, Sexy, Cool.

Josephine Baker, All that glitters....

Enjoy the rest of your week!