tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post5817108050371439724..comments2024-03-27T19:38:35.757-07:00Comments on Bag and a Beret: Masculine-feminine style, wearing cartoons, and life as a stylistMelaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-3309975245361039392017-08-13T01:29:21.857-07:002017-08-13T01:29:21.857-07:00Unfortunately fedora's don't suit me. Beli...Unfortunately fedora's don't suit me. Believe me I tried a lot.No Fear of Fashionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10999161414598296313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-58666393201975337312017-08-11T19:05:07.724-07:002017-08-11T19:05:07.724-07:00Flat lays, now I'll always laugh at those word...Flat lays, now I'll always laugh at those words from Suzanne's comment. I would LOVE if you hopped on a plane out here. We not only can do photo shoots but there's a sound booth now too. So many possibilities. <br />I had tons of fun with Vivian too. She just modelled in a fashion show this week as well. She is unstoppable! xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-42970624662395931822017-08-11T19:02:57.759-07:002017-08-11T19:02:57.759-07:00Hahaha! My four assistants are chained to the tabl...Hahaha! My four assistants are chained to the table going through the requests to have me as a stylist. Heh. It's a tough business because there are tons of stylists around. But I'll definitely book you in - I'll style you if you style me. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-25370311011389520722017-08-11T19:01:56.677-07:002017-08-11T19:01:56.677-07:00Thank you, Judith. From you that's quite a com...Thank you, Judith. From you that's quite a compliment. Vivian was a dream client, so adventurous and positive. It was a treat for me too. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-52442968493930508632017-08-11T19:00:35.914-07:002017-08-11T19:00:35.914-07:00Thanks. And thanks for the invitation. I can try t...Thanks. And thanks for the invitation. I can try to join sometime but I am awful with keeping up. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-17679786481029583092017-08-11T18:59:52.639-07:002017-08-11T18:59:52.639-07:00Especially not THAT velour. It took a billion coat...Especially not THAT velour. It took a billion coats of paint to get any colour traction. Heh. It was an exercise in patience for me. Thanks, Elizabeth. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-75566728570903973612017-08-11T18:59:07.786-07:002017-08-11T18:59:07.786-07:00Thank you for the praise, Greetje. I can see you i...Thank you for the praise, Greetje. I can see you in men's attire. A suit with a fedora? Haven't you worn something like that before. You would do it well, especially a fitted suit. Your positive comments already make my head big enough. xox Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-34039186689910065982017-08-11T18:57:25.600-07:002017-08-11T18:57:25.600-07:00I see lots of teenage boys drinking that stuff too...I see lots of teenage boys drinking that stuff too. Maybe they want to be truckers with big bladders in the future. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-54964367694050747592017-08-11T18:56:42.371-07:002017-08-11T18:56:42.371-07:00I would love to see your garage alley, unless you&...I would love to see your garage alley, unless you've posted on it already and I've missed it. I need to have a look. Okay, yes, that 1.3 litre drink blows my mind and usually one person will drink the whole thing! It's unbelievable. They sell coffee in huuuuge sizes too. My head spins. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-33363240743123975592017-08-11T18:54:00.161-07:002017-08-11T18:54:00.161-07:00Well, it is a bummer about the nips, especially si...Well, it is a bummer about the nips, especially since I have built a career and reputation as a fine chef based on them (earlier post). The jumping part I had to be delicate. These shoes are sturdy so they were good for landing. I do less photo jumping these days but this outfit required it. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-69630708663003598242017-08-11T18:52:09.643-07:002017-08-11T18:52:09.643-07:00Vivian was a dream client, as you suspected she mi...Vivian was a dream client, as you suspected she might be, Deb. And I was getting so tired of my bag slipping down that desperation drove me to this solution. I'm glad it works and I had the ribbon in my drawer. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-55597968599599847312017-08-11T18:50:57.988-07:002017-08-11T18:50:57.988-07:00I wish I could say I invented this clothing tromp ...I wish I could say I invented this clothing tromp l'oeil technique, but doing it on velour was a challenge. Thanks for your compliments. Yes, I regularly shop at My Sister's Closet - it helps that it's not far from me, but of shops downtown it's one of the best. You have an awesome eclectic collection of clothes. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-9639736838824214702017-08-11T18:48:35.748-07:002017-08-11T18:48:35.748-07:00I didn't even realize that was me on me until ...I didn't even realize that was me on me until it was raised here. Doh! Of course that's me. I like the jumbly clothes on the floor, but I can't imagine mine would be more photogenic than yours. And yes, I FrankenMelanize people ?!!! now. Vivian and I had a great time and she looks fantastic. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-44683933955840070292017-08-11T18:46:00.137-07:002017-08-11T18:46:00.137-07:00Thanks, Linda! xoxThanks, Linda! xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-70276690087555151912017-08-11T18:45:48.420-07:002017-08-11T18:45:48.420-07:00Thank you, Christine! xoxThank you, Christine! xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-89798424699573262882017-08-11T18:45:29.033-07:002017-08-11T18:45:29.033-07:00Oooh, I would love a peek in your closet, Connie. ...Oooh, I would love a peek in your closet, Connie. We could play dress-up at your house and then go shopping and play dress-up. Most of my references come from movies, like Fargo, No Country for Old Men, and Twister. And I like doing voices. We'd have a blast! xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-44531828414015026662017-08-11T18:41:56.258-07:002017-08-11T18:41:56.258-07:00Nothing better than a flat lay followed by good st...Nothing better than a flat lay followed by good stiff drink. <br />Vivian was indeed a dream client. I was spoiled by her and hope all my clients are so great. The pouch does look like a holster but it would have to be a tiny piece. <br />I got several positive comments on this jumpsuit. Your idea about the sign cracks me up! Hahaha!! I should do that. With credit to you of course!!! xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-19691615414840498682017-08-11T18:38:02.405-07:002017-08-11T18:38:02.405-07:00Come back, come back!
Your accessory photos are a...Come back, come back! <br />Your accessory photos are a true inspiration, Sheila. I love seeing them. The jumpsuit was a pain to paint. Grrr. But I like how it finally turned out. xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-91429613912528807232017-08-11T18:37:07.265-07:002017-08-11T18:37:07.265-07:00I'm relieved that you sampled the punch before...I'm relieved that you sampled the punch before we all arrived. Heh. You better check again. Patti, you win the prize for your linkup. We all dress for Patti. Didn't someone say that once? xoxMelaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218727738029858422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-55367923040514005132017-07-30T15:51:15.950-07:002017-07-30T15:51:15.950-07:00LOOK AT YOU, getting all PRO-fessional with the fl...LOOK AT YOU, getting all PRO-fessional with the flat-lays of the outfits!! Your outfit screams "I am an effortlessly cool stylist who will change your life (for the right price of course)". Your farking of the velour jumpsuit is genius, as are the photos, which make me want to get on a plane right now to do another photo shoot with you. I bet Vivian had so much fun with you.Forest City Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04428940427287921203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-75102605400615546272017-07-28T12:53:54.177-07:002017-07-28T12:53:54.177-07:00There's probably been an avalanche of mail for...There's probably been an avalanche of mail for your offer as stylist extraordinaire, and quite right too! Book me in for a week on Friday x Love every single outfit and your new layout - fab!<br /><br />Anna<br /><br />AnnaAnna's Island Stylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04997013627919505807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-28845826413737512732017-07-28T07:16:34.389-07:002017-07-28T07:16:34.389-07:00Every photo is gasp-worthy! I have to prepare mys...Every photo is gasp-worthy! I have to prepare myself for this when I visit your world! I adore how you have styled Vivian. Who wouldn't love to have you as a stylist!The Style Cronehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03760710805926873206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-31618308316776570272017-07-27T06:50:01.081-07:002017-07-27T06:50:01.081-07:00those outfits are stunning and you carry them off ...those outfits are stunning and you carry them off so well. Don't forget to come link up on A Labour of Fashion. Would love to have you join usA Labour of Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14304618014183187948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-78093836201908595912017-07-26T21:07:59.072-07:002017-07-26T21:07:59.072-07:00Velour will never be the same again! LOVE the masc...Velour will never be the same again! LOVE the masculine/feminine look, it speaks volumes of everything daring and fun and brilliant. xxElizabeth g.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08701073937645312469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4859347726001714274.post-46885599257049041332017-07-26T12:44:05.893-07:002017-07-26T12:44:05.893-07:00Incredible, you look incredible in your Armani jac...Incredible, you look incredible in your Armani jacket, with the badass glasses, jeans and men shoes. If I put something like that on, I look like a man. Gosh you are good.<br />Farking that jumpsuit like that: what a great idea. A high end designer would have gotten a standing ovation for this design.<br />GreetjeNo Fear of Fashionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10999161414598296313noreply@blogger.com