My Style Diary: Amy Rigdon

Another Monday, another summer style straight from NYC!

Amy was a classmate who now works for Victoria's Secret PINK collection as a CAD Designer. Her job duties include creating CADs for both intimates and lounge spec packs (which are very detailed packages containing information about the piece, such as overall design, colors, trims, placement of zippers, elastic, etc., cost, tags, and many other details), communicating with factories to make sure they received all the correct info to start production and creating the color palette and prints for the season! How awesome is that?!   

Her summer wardrobe is simple but stylish, the mix of bright and soft colors is beautiful and not to mention the picturesque backgrounds ;)

Here we go:

 Tank: H&M
 Pants: Necessary
 Necklace: H&M

 Green top: H&M
 Shorts: Forever 21
 Wedges: Aldo

 Top and belt: H&M
 Pants: Mango
 Wedges: Aldo

Navy top: Necessary
Mint skirt: H&M
Pumps: BCBG Generation
Neckalace: H&M

Amy was also featured on ModaIndy last fall, check out her outfit options for the colder season!

Beijos,

TrendReport: High fashion tennis shoes

Ladies and gents, believe it or not tennis shoes are making an appearance far away from the gym!

Yes, they are high and fashion forward on the feet of the models and fashionistas around the world! Designers such as Isabel Marant and Marc Jacobs (to name a few) came out with their vision of the trend and it's sticking with all the celebs as well!! I can't tell you I love tennis shoes, that would be a big fat lie. But I'm actually finding myself so drawn to this trend that I added a Steve Madden tennis shoe to my wishlist for my birthday (coming this Friday!).

Now, let's stop the bla-bla-bla and talk about how to wear them:

1. The easiest way is really with your skinnies, whether denim or leather this trend looks great with skinny pants for fall.

  
     2.  Enjoy the rest of the summer and pair them up with cut-off short jeans and mini skirts as well.

  
    3. Another alternative is a bit risque but I adore risque! I would definitely wear the tennis shoes with a high fashion beaded mini-dress (like the Parker dress below), putting together the fancy and the casual seems to be the latest in the fashion world and I'm all for it!! This might have to be my birthday outfit!

 So, what's your opinion about this newbie?!

 Beijos,



 

My Style Diary: Katherine Justice

Yes, I decided to bring back to life an idea previously used on our beloved ModaIndy. The section where we feature stylish girls to inspire us on our day-to-day outfit choice ;)

 To celebrate this come back I'm proud to have nothing less than Katie Justice in a couple of summer styles!

 Katie is the account executive at Butter Shoes (NYC) which is "a designer shoe showroom/ manufacturer. We design and manufacture two lines, Butter & Something Bleu shoes. All of our shoes are made-to-order in Italy."  Tres chic if you ask me!

 She also enjoys playing on instagram as you'll see:

Dress/ Blazer Look
Dress:Hautelook
Blazer:Hautelook
Shoes: Steve Madden
Earrings: renaREBORN (vintage store)

Lizzard pants/ Coral top Look
Pants:H&M
Top:Zara
Necklace: Wholesale district

Peplum top/pastel pants Look
Peplum top: H&M
Pants: Zara
Shoes:Steve Madden
Necklace:H&M
Ring:Wholesale district

 Check out Katie's fall feature at ModaIndy.com

Beijos,

TrunkShow: Success!!

   OMG! How fun it was to have a glass of margarita and get the girls to try on some fashion forward jewelry and feel amazing on it...priceless!!!!

   I found out so much more about my girlfriends tastes and what's best: I made some new friends! If that's possible ;)

  Can't wait to spread the love and the STYLE so much more. Success is little to be said about such a great intimate get together!!

 I'm booked trough July, but make sure you get your stylish Girls Night Out scheduled for August! At

stelladot.com/kareske

Special thanks to Super Stylist Erin Mosher and my awesome girlfriends Ann Pearson, Kris Silva, Karina Graca, Jenny Reske, Paty Jackson, Soraya Dearo and Rosangela Pinheiro!

Thank you ladies...you rock!!!

Beijos,

AccessoraiZe: Serenity Stone Drops - Jade

These are my favorite earrings! The green and gold combo is very "right now", beautiful contrast against black and earthy tones! Choose a coral or punchy pink lip color to add interest to the whole look.

If you love them as much as I do, here's how to get them: serenity stone drops 

WHAT?!

Stella & Dot: Serenity Stone Drops

 Picture credit: Blaire Ault  @ "blairecontrare" via instagram

Beijos,

 

AccessoriZe: Stella & Dot fall collection!!

I'm so completely excited about the launch of my new business as an independent stylist for Stella & Dot! The line is a luxurious mix of edgy urban glamour, with boho chic and a preppy vibe. In other words, there are plenty of accessories to fulfill any taste or mood you find yourself in at anytime ;)

 I received my samples on Saturday and put a look together with a few new pieces, but I can't wait to be showing you more and more of my favorite picks!!!

For the stylish lady who wants to book a trunk show with me, you'll have the opportunity to get hundreds in free product plus more at 50% off. Plus individual styling tips, what to wear with what and where!!

Email me at: karinastylediaries@gmail.com or
For more info: stelladot.com/kareske

 Beijos,

Shop Local: Redemption Style!!

Redemption Style is the perfect little shop that combines trends with vintage pieces while strongly supporting local designers, located in the eclectic Broad Ripple, Redemption is a great destination for the gal who's looking for a one stop shop from head to toe (yes, they have a hair salon on the second floor of the store!) with a friendly price range!!

I spoke with Amber Davis Huber, the owner of the boutique and put together a quick Q&A:

   Q:  What's the style of the girl who shops at Redemption?

   A:  There are two different characters; one is a mix of English huntsmen combined with the tribal hunter; the other is a Bohemian chic combined with a feminine nostalgic and romantic feel.

   Q: What's the big trend for fall?

   A: (we'll have a lot of) printed denim, faux fur, floral prints in neutral colors and a cinched waist.

Q: What's the price range of Redemption Style?

A: For dresses $38-$80; Denim $88-$148, Shoes and jewelry average $50.

The best sellers are the unique little dresses, they have them available in every style you can think of.  My favorite part is the support the boutique gives to local jewelry designers such as Gary Stephens whom also provides vintage pieces from his private label Ganesha & Gary, Amanda Estridge and Made by Wendy. Other names in the vintage selection include Minx Vintage and Katie Marple.

Deal: Target partners with Neiman Marcus for Holiday Collection!

Yes, you read it right but that is just for the holiday event and guess who's going to benefit from this partnership?! ALL OF US!!!!

 In resume both retailers teamed up to receive collaborations from 24 CFDA designers who will create a few pieces for the holiday collection! The collection will range from $7.99 to $499.99 with most items being under $60.00

Curious to find out who's in The HOT List?! Here they are: