:: M I R R O R C H E C K ::

:: NATURE FEELS ::

2012-02-02T14:00:00.000-06:00

I visited the park after a meeting yesterday morning. The weather was just perfect. My outfit for the day all started with the pants. I didn't want to wear jeans or anything too fitted, so I opted for these black palazzo pants. Initially I had on a colorblock blazer, but I just wasn't feeling it. Changed into this nice silk vintage flowered blazer, black top, and added a chunky necklace. My shoes are from Aldo, and I absolutely love them.

This picture doesn't really go in the photo sequence, but I really liked this butterfly bench. :)

::CheckingOut::

:: LEOPARD SPOTS ::

2012-01-20T12:15:00.002-06:00

I've been thinking about this outfit for a while...haven't worn it yet, but putting this style board together has got me super excited about it! Leopard and polka dots, different...but I like it.

1. Mink Pink Polka Dot Blouse. Get it from Nasty Gal or Free People.
2. RAG & BONE Crimson Skinny Corduroy Pants.
3. ASOS Modern Armour Cuff Bracelet.
4. Opening Ceremony Jinx Sunglasses in Tortoise.
5. Steve Madden Madee in Leopard. Find a similar style here.

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:: Wildfox White Label Spring 2012 ::

2012-01-19T12:25:00.000-06:00

Wildfox Couture Spring 2012 White Label Collection tells the story of a modern

fairy tale with nostalgic reference to the 80s. I've picked some of my favorite looks

from the lookbook and posted them below.

The "My Little Pony" inspired messy pink and lavender hair paired with the clothes brings this lookbook to life. Wildfox has also collaborated with Jeffrey Campbell Shoes in this collection;
I absolutely love the ballet slipper platform! View more of the collection here.

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:: MiRROR Mii ::

2012-01-12T10:30:00.000-06:00

Last week I was contacted by a client to embellish a pair of her shoes with mirrors. I must say that they are FAB, and I love the way they turned out! I mean, they were great shoes before, but after strategically placing the mirror pieces onto the shoes, they looked so different. She only asked for the front and side portions of the shoe to be covered, but I do think an all over mirrored look would look great as well on any type of pump...if worn the right way.

What do you guys think?

For inquiries about how this can be done for you, email me!

krystlemichelle@mirrorcheck.com

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:: PRINT ::

2012-01-11T10:30:00.000-06:00

:: Earrings & Shirt - Vintage, Vest - F21, Jeans - Levi's, Boots - Aldo ::

I was in Barnes & Noble when I spotted this amazing book written by Christian Louboutin.

This book is filled with stunning captures of his most glamorous styles;

it also includes stories about his life and his start as a designer.

A must for anyone who is into shoes!

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:: ROCK ME OUT ::

2012-01-08T21:00:00.001-06:00

Arizona Muse by Inez & Vinoodh for Vogue Paris

Dec. '11/Jan. '12 issue

Styled by Editor-in-Chief Emmanuelle Alt

*********************

Some of my favorite looks from this editorial.

I love the contrast of color lighting against

the white garments, and gold just does amazing

things for my fashion senses.

images: fashiongonerogue

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:: COLLECTIONS ::

2012-01-08T20:24:00.001-06:00

Pre-Fall 2012 looks I'm coveting.

Dsquared²

Lanvin

Rachel Zoe

Zac Posen

images: style.com

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:: YOLO ::

2012-01-03T14:17:00.000-06:00

:: Dress - Celeb Boutique, Earrings - Kate Spade, Clutch - Aldo, Shoes - Sam Edelman ::

New Year's 2012

You Only Live Once...

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:: FEROCIA COUTURA ::

2011-10-29T00:22:00.000-05:00

:: Off-white suiting paired with a touch of red, accessorized in Swarovski jewels, & Cynthia Rowley shades ::

"Ferocia Coutura is that inner diva that everyone has, no matter what size you are or what style you may currently possess." -- Christian Siriano from his book "Fierce Style"

(On Right) A selection of Christian Siriano's Spring 2012 Collection

Being the only person at this event who was dressed in an off-white ensemble, I caught Christian's eye and was asked by him if he could take a picture of me on his personal phone. FAB! I wish you guys could see all the people behind him who were looking as shocked as I was feeling LOL. Gotta love favor!

Christian Siriano & I

Gus Mayer held its 2nd Annual "Gus Mayer Goes Pink" Fashion Show on Tuesday night benefiting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama. This year featured Christian Siriano's Spring 2012 collection recently shown at NYFW. Let me just say attending this show was well worth it! I saw his collection via video on style.com after its debut, but nothing can compare to actually seeing it in person. Simply amazing! The event was very well put together, and it was quite refreshing to be around sooo many people who understand "real" fashion. My outfit for the night was definitely a hit. I have been wanting to do a full suited look like this for a while now. So glad I chose that night to wear it...Having my picture taken by Christian Siriano wasn't all that bad either ;-)

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:: SPOILED & FABULOUS ::

2011-10-27T21:10:00.001-05:00

Sunday I had the pleasure of providing my styling skills to Priya Mittlemark of Puppy Luv Glam. She has designed a line of girls clothing from newborn to juniors sizes with her love for dogs in mind. Providing styles like tees, tanks, dresses, thermals, and hoodies there is something for every girl.

Priya is inspired by her philanthropic endeavors in animal rescue, hence the idea for an insignia of a puppy gracing the front of every item crowned in light pink Swarovski crystals with the tag line "Spoiled and fabulous". I will say that working with 12 kids, having multiple dogs on set AND in the shot was challenging, but I prevailed and I sooo enjoyed this experience. The set was AMAZING! We were at this old log cabin home turned modern chic. Chandeliers, different color rooms, four floors, the wooden impressions in the doors gave the home a fabulous feel. Overall it was an excellent experience. :)

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:: BREEZY::

2011-10-26T09:11:00.000-05:00

::Vintage blouse, Vintage Bill Blass scarf, Flares, & Aldo wedges::

Hey guys! I had the most amazing time last night at Gus Mayer Goes Pink. I'll have a post later in the week with details on my experience, until then check me out on twitter @KrystleMii where you can see tweets of my outfit from last night. Anybody seen PA3? I did Friday and it wasn't better than PA2 to me...just my opinion. Later!!!

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:: COLD FRONT ::

2011-10-19T21:25:00.000-05:00

:: Blazer - Ann Taylor, Blouse - Vintage Eva Laurel, Shoes - Vintage Keds Essentials (1980s) ::

It's amazing to me how the weather can have the craziest mood swings.

Monday it was hot, last night it rained for like ten minutes, and today I felt like needed on a wool coat. Seriously, I swear it's a gamble everyday when trying to find something to wear...

Anyway, I don't want to bore you guys with words so I'm out.

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::EYE SPY VINTAGE::

2011-10-19T00:04:00.005-05:00

After a day of work at d'Trespa Consignment & Vintage Boutique, I decided to capture a small glimpse of the type of items we have in our vintage section. We have everything vintage you can think of, REALLY. I'm talking patterns, housewares, books, accessories, shoes, and of course clothes.

From Right to left, top to bottom...

Two fans in front of a pie cabinet

Sculpted art on a wall mirror

Horses on a purse

Assorted books

Paris VOGUE

Print on a blouse

Rotary dial phone

1941 mixed drink book

Cupcake & candy cardigan

Signed artwork created from vintage elements

I just want you guys to know that those vintage Paris Vogue magazines are EVERYTHING

on the inside! Anywho, visit our Etsy shop "d'Vintage" by clicking here. If you have any questions about the items above or on the Etsy site, feel free to email me! krystlemichelle@mirrorcheck.com

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::TEN-SEVENTEEN::

2011-10-17T23:58:00.000-05:00

Wow! It's been a month...long time no post huh. I've been putting my energy towards other things the last two months, and I'm pretty happy with myself right now. SO, back to posting I go. I hope everyone has a blessed week! Oh and don't judge me...the last pic is for my mom! She requested a silly pose from me in this post so that's what I came up with. Lol Later guys!

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::CASUAL::

2011-08-30T10:48:00.000-05:00

Zoe Saldana is so amazing. I've been a fan of hers since Center Stage, which happens to be one of my fave movies! Anyway, I took a few pics before I went to see Columbiana. I really enjoyed her role and the story line. It made me think to myself, 'Is revenge really THAT sweet?'.

I would have to say, no...

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:: iN TECHNiCOLOR ::

2011-08-25T13:53:00.000-05:00

As bright as it is, I swear it was way too hot for this outfit yesterday. It may look cool, as in temp, but it wasn't. Anywho, every where I went someone was commenting on the color combo. In my house the shirt was like a coral melon color, but in the sun I guess it looked bright pink.

I didn't mean to wear pink and green on purpose. *shrug* Maybe it's just in my blood.

I have to say that I'm not a fan taking pictures of myself, but this will just have to work. I'm trying to become more sufficient, so that I can take more pics to post on here, but umm yeah...I tried y'all. Lol It was late and hot outside too...don't get me started on the struggle. Enjoy... :-)

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::BUTTONED UP::

2011-08-22T19:47:00.000-05:00

I took a plain white Banana Republic button down and glammed it

up by adding an assortment of buttons found at Michael's.

It's amazing the things you can do when you're trying to avoid buying clothes...

I don't make clothes, I manipulate them.

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:: DUO ::

2011-08-15T15:36:00.001-05:00

Joan Smalls and Hailey Clauson for Vogue Paris by Josh Olins. Wardrobe styling by Veronique Didry. Joan and Hailey are wearing Celine, Thomas Wylde, Louis Vuitton, and David Yurman to name a few. The perfect combination of sexy, style, allure, and attitude...the last photo says it all!

images:models.com

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:: BEYOND BORDERS ::

2011-08-15T15:36:00.000-05:00

Shots from a beauty story I was asked to style.

Photographer: Quentin Renard Gunn

Styling: Krystle Michelle

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:: SPOT FILLED ::

2011-07-26T13:20:00.000-05:00

1. Interview August 2011 - Freida Pinto by Mert & Marcus in Stella McCartney

2. Vogue Korea August 2011 - Han Hye Jin

3. & 4. Vogue Russia August 2011 - Hailey Clauson by Miguel Reveriego in Stella McCartney & Marc Jacobs

5. Vogue China August 2011 - Raquel Zimmermann by Willy Vanderperre in YSL

6. Marie Claire US August 2011 - Katsia Zingarevich by Tesh in Gucci

One trend for this upcoming fall season that I'm loving: Polka Dots.

Seeing them in the published photos above just gives me chills all over again.

Stella McCartney and Marc Jacobs got it right for me.

Stella McCartney

Marc Jacobs

Two totally different looks, but AH -MAZING in their own ways.

images: tfs, fashiongonerogue, & style.com

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:: LOCK & KEY ::

2011-07-26T13:17:00.000-05:00

I was debating with myself on whether or not I was going to post these pics...not your ordinary "MirrorCheck" type of photos but hey it's still me. I was able to get away to Florida to relax and enjoy the sun. Got a tan and everything. Definitely didn't beat the heat, but I really enjoyed myself. Me at the beach was a perfect fit...like a lock & key. :)

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:: DREAMER ::

2011-07-14T11:25:00.000-05:00

I'll be catching up on posts for the next few days. I've been out of town working with the majorettes I coach, in addition to celebrating my birthday. Thanks to everyone who sent me emails, facebook messages, called, sent text messages, and tweeted me well wishes!!! You are greatly appreciated. I may post pics from both but I'm not sure yet...gotta think about it lol. Anywho I took these pics before I left. I love these pants SO much! They are extremely comfortable and the high waist takes me in! And yea...I'm still swooning over my NineteenTwentyNine feather earring!

Check me out wearing it previously in ::WiTH LoVE::!!

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MC FEATURED ON :: Chic Therapy

2011-07-03T01:19:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Chic Therapy for featuring ::MirrorCheck:: on Tuesday!!!! Please be sure to visit Chic Therapy, and check out the full feature with pics & the lovely comments her readers left!!

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:: SUMMER LOViN ::

2011-07-03T01:17:00.000-05:00

Alex Sanders for Grazia June 2011.

Photographed by Richard Bernardin and styled by Annabelle Jouot in beautiful Saint Tropez.
photos: fashiongonerogue.com

I totally wish I was her right now. I'm so in need of the summer sun and sand between my toes...pics from this editorial are definitely filling that void. Oh and FYI my birthday is JULY 10th!!!!!!!!!!!

In the words of Beyonce, "We like to party!"

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:: CHIGNON ::

2011-06-23T16:42:00.000-05:00

:: Top-Thrifted, Skirt-F21, Shoes-Bakers, Pearl Accessories-Assorted ::

Outfit of choice worn on last Saturday night to an event. Very simple and chic. Before I went out, I had no idea what I was going to wear nor did I know how I was going to wear my hair.

After sitting in my room thinking of my wardrobe, I became inspired by a pearl necklace shown to me earlier that day. I opted for a classy/sexy look, adorned in pearls, with a nestled chignon.

*Bisou Bisou*

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