1970s Vibes

Been feeling inspired by 1970s-Americana-vibes lately. {Read: fringe, high tops, platforms, round shades, raglan and contrast tees, denim, and more denim!} Here are some outfit ideas I put together for summer and 4th of July, which is just around the corner!

Inspiration: Valentino Pre-Fall 2015

Valentino Pre-Fall 2015 by courtneynicole23 on Polyvore

Valentino's Pre-Fall 2015 collection has been serving as my fashion inspiration lately. Embroidery, pleats, printed boots, kitten heels, mixed textures, and celestial prints shine in this collection from my all-time favorite designer. The inspiration for the collection was Sandro Botticelli's painting La Primavera.

Source: Art Renewal Center

I love to see the fusion of art and fashion- 2 of my favorite things.

Fall Fashion Show hosted by Rachel Zoe!!

(FYI my whole outfit was thrifted, how typical of me. haha)

So many people!

"It's Eskimo-chic!" - Rachel Zoe

The model let us feel her vest, which was the softest thing I've ever felt!

Last Thursday I as fortunate to attend the Fall Preview Fashion Show (held by The Hollywood Insider) in South Coast Plaza, hosted by renowned stylist Rachel Zoe. The looks, styled in collaboration with high-end designers and a list lovely stylists. 

Overall, I would give this event a 9 out of 10! After the glamorous runway show, we had the chance to speak with the stylists! I got to meet an enthusiastic style named Katie O-Sullivan, and she and her friend gave me a ton of tips on the industry. I as nodding and smiling like an idiot because I was so overwhelmed by their friendliness and the whole eperience!

They even gave out free ice cream and various drink and orderves, including mini tacos, fancy mac n' cheese, and some sort of sushi! I felt so welcome and enjoyed every moment. After the event, I rushed over the unbelievable Forever 21 in the mall and found a cute dress on sale for ONLY $9.

~It was a great night!~

Teen Rebellion

My best friend and I put on dark lipstick and took photos outside my house. It was 96 degrees today. We've known each other since kindergarten and I know I can trust her with anything. We'll be starting up our junior year of high school on Tuesday. 

We're rebels with a cause.

~

I Was in a Fashion Show!

{Hair and styling by me; makeup by Ulta}

This past week I was blessed to have the opportunity to attend "Style School" at Fashion Camp OC in Irvine. I met friends who share a love for fashion, got a taste of the industry, and even a possible internship at their store! I styled 2 looks for the fashion show, that I also got to model.

The first look consists of a black t-shirt that we decorated according to a theme that we chose, mine was 90s-inspired. We then had to go to Claire's and pull accessories to match that theme. I chose a rainbow daisy headband, ying and yang bracelets, and a peace sign choker. I styled the look with my Forever 21 daisy shorts and my beloved Vans.

The second look was pulled from a boutique named Jasper Plum. I wore an over sized caramel sweater and a tight plaid skirt. (Which I could hardly move my legs in!!) I styled that look with my thrifted Michael Kors Wedges and a blue necklace, which I wasn't able to put on due to lack of time!

I was a crazy-fun experience that went by so fast! I would gladly do it all over again.