I Adore Style

Interview with Jessica Schroeder of What I Wore

Anissa — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:35:46 PDT

I’m so excited to be bringing back my interview installment and what better way to do it than with one of my favorite fashion bloggers! Jessica Schroeder takes gorgeous daily pictures of her outfits and features them on her blog What I Wore.

When and why did you create What I Wore?

I was already taking daily photos for wardrobe_remix on flickr and felt like I wanted to go into more details about my outfits. I eventually added other features and it just keeps growing!

What is your gig outside of your blog?

I just quit my job to focus on blogging and working as the creative and community director for weardrobe.com

How did you get your start in the fashion industry?

I majored in Apparel Merchandising at Indiana University and also did an associates degree in Costume Construction Technology. I went on to intern with Betsey Johnson and then worked four years a designer for a small apparel firm doing mass market!

Do you have any formal training?

Yes! The program at IU taught us everything from sewing to pattern drafting, hat making and tailoring. I taught two semesters as an assistant there as well.

Who are some of your favorite designers and fashion icons?

I love any nod to the past so I love Milly and Orla Kiely. I love old Hollywood stars like Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn and will always have a place in my heart for the Diane Keaton/Annie Hall look.

You wear a lot of vintage. What is your favorite era and why?

I can’t narrow it down to one, so here it goes – I love the 1950’s housewife (like Madmen’s Betty Draper), the 60s mod chic (Edie Sedgwick) and the 70s Annie Hall type looks.

Name 5 wardrobe staples you think every gal should have in her closet.

Great jeans, movie star shades, go to little dress (not necessarily black), great, walkable high heels and a signature necklace.

What trends are you looking forward to trying this Summer? Any that you will stay away from?

I can’t wait to rock the rompers!! I’m really embracing childlike/naive chic looks like patent leather sandals, friendship bracelets and high waisted bright shorts.

In this economy everyone is cutting back on the non essentials, Do you have any tips on staying fashionable when you are low on cash?

Rework what you already have, shop thrift stores or just go on a spending freeze!

What are your favorite music/books/magazines/blogs at the moment?

I like Lula, Lucky and Teen Vogue for fashion. I like community sites light weardrobe for big doses of a lot of different styles.

What advice would you give to aspiring bloggers and fashionistas?

Take your time and grow slowly. Just focus on what you love, not what gets you a lot of traffic. When the field is so large, you’re going to do the best by being yourself!!

Where do you see yourself and What I Wore in the next 5 years?

I’d love to keep up with the daily photos and eventually do a coffee table book – wouldn’t that be grand??

For more Jessica visit whatiwore.tumblr.com

Spread The Love

Anissa — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 03:30:54 PDT

I find one of the best things you can do in your life to make positive change is to spread the love. The Love Shop is doing just that with it’s inspirational prints. I really like the messages, especially the Never Ever Give Up Print. In the words of the artist…Focus on love. Express love, give love.

Do What You Love : $30.00 and French Dreams and Love : $30.00

Never Ever Give Up : $30.00 and Je Taime / I Love You : $20.00

theloveshop.etsy.com

Interiors : Birds of Ohio

Anissa — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:35:28 PDT

Keeping with the bright color theme today…how do you feel about this lovely teal sofa? It is from the home of Missi Pawlecki and Brian Caviness of Birds Of Ohio.

The rest of their home is just as amazing. It was built in 1962 by Joseph Eichler and is filled with mid century modern delights.

Photos by Hirofumi Inaba via Design Sponge

Jess L.C.

Anissa — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:31:31 PDT

Today is a dark and rainy day in Central PA but these gorgeously bright baubles from Jess L.C. have Summer written all over them. I need a strand to call my own!

Astor St. Cluster Bib Necklace : $56.00-$58.00

Astor St. Two-Toned Cluster Bib Necklace : $60.00-$64.00

Astor St. Bead Strand Necklace : $50.00-$55.00

Astor St. Long Double Bead Necklace : $60.00-$64.00

www.jesslc.com

Jennifer Squires

Anissa — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 09:58:03 PDT

Jennifer Squires etsy shop is full of exciting photography, but these two prints jumped out at me. Not only because they are my favorite flowers but look at those colors!

Peony 16 : $70.00

Pink Carousel : $35.00

jennifersquires.etsy.com

Nadinoo

Anissa — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:47:01 PDT

Nadinoo’s playful designs are all about being comfortable in your own skin, and feeling every bit the precious lady you are. Loving the Liberty prints and ruffles here!

Lula’s Sunshine Set

Nadinoo’s Frill Top

nadinoo.bigcartel.com

Warm Glow

Anissa — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:08:51 PDT

.simone mendes

I simply love this picture.

Permanent Vacation

Anissa — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:24:11 PDT

Permanent Vacation is a group of creative people based on the west coast of Sweden. Tired of all impractical pretensions in fashion today, Permanent Vacation are inspired by the classic gentleman’s way of dressing; dapper, shapely, comfortable and useful, garments aimed to love, wear out and repair.

www.permanentvacation.se

Kindred Summer Edition

Anissa — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:55:54 PDT

The Kindred Summertime Edition is now live! Ten wonderfully artist designed desktop wallpapers for you to download and enjoy free of charge.

Artist: Traci French

Aritst: Susannah Conway

Artist: Ez Pudewa

Artist: Alicia Bock

www.thekindredsite.com

New at Night Owl Vintage

Anissa — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:22:57 PDT

There are some new dresses and tops in the shop at Night Owl Vintage. Take a peek and see what’s new. Don’t forget the clearance rack!