Moksha Event: Blender

Riri in Vogue Italia

Word on the streets...Rihanna was suppose to grace the covers of US Vogue in upcoming Fall/ Winter issues, but ever since the nude photos of the sexy starlett leaked the internet, Editor in Chief Anna Wintour suddenly changed her mind. It's a little sad, but it's ok though! Riri got a better gig with Italian Vogue for the September 2009 issue. And the photos, styling, and art direction is on point! Enjoy...

Logan Neitzel on Project Runway Season 6

This season another Seattle native will take "Project Runway" by storm...the very talented Logan Neitzel; bartender by night and designer by day. Neitzel recently debuted his line at Seattle Fashion Week and wowed the crowd with his intricate cuts, and color schemes of black, gray, and subtle splashes of hot pink and teal, and his take on texture. I had the pleasure of working with this designer and must say he is anything but flamboyant and driven by attention, rather he is very serious about his work, shies away from the spotlight, and the kind of guy that wants his work to speak for itself. Watch him this season on Project Runway on Lifetime! To learn more about the designer visit www.loganneitzel.com.


Photo by Angela Dawn- SFW '09

Photo by Angela Dawn- SFW '09

Photo by Angela Dawn - SFW '09

Yard Sale This Sunday

Pretty Young Thang

I have been on a one month hiatus with photo shoots, but I am back to the drawing board! I have a few concepts in mind that I'm working on, and hopefully by the end of summer I can print my proofs and get a new portfolio book going.

Recently I been corresponding with Gretchen Johnson a talented and experienced wardrobe and prop stylist (Pomp Visual). I was so excited about all the advice and guidance she's been giving me in terms of the industry. When you're in Seattle it's hard to meet people who actually know what they are talking about when it comes to fashion and style so I felt very fortunate meeting her. =)

I know I haven't been blogging much, but that doesn't mean I'm not working on my craft. I spent a couple days in Skagit Valley and did a mini photo shoot with my girlfriends; Syreeta and Justine. I'm not the greatest photographer, but I styled the entire thing and hope to use the photos for when I re-open my online vintage boutique. Check out a few of the shots I did below. I was going for an early 90's Funky Cold Medina, Round The Way girl kind of look. It was just a simple test, so nothing too spectacular. I really need to brush up on my photog skills, even for simple stuff like this.


These days I am focusing on early 90's video vixenesque fashion. Some call it hookerish, I call it hot!


Justine workin' it in a Contempo Casuals bodycon mini. Hot!


Who wants to go hang out in Coney Island circa 1990? I do!


Such piercing eyes!

Below is the mood board I worked on for a photo shoot Kyle Johnson and I are going to put together. Think Marissa Tomei in "My Cousin Vinny", a Long Island girl down the block, sass and frass, pink delicious goodness, leopard print fierceness, big hair, with a cherry on top. And we have the perfect model for the shoot too! It's going to be a blast pulling looks for this shoot.

Brian Lichtenberg vs. Christian Joy

I think a resourceful and tactful way to launch your career as a debut designer is by creating custom design pieces for musicians, artists, and notable celebrities. I am loving both Christian Joy and Brian Lichtenberg pieces. They are probably my two favorite designers right now as far as costume design goes. It's sparkly, colorful, and stretchy. Karen O. for Christian Joy! M.I.A. for Brian L. Pick your poison, but I love them both.


Brian Lichtenberg


Christian Joy

The Great Pacific Northwest: Photo Shoot Collaboration with Kyle Johnson

Before Kyle left for his road trip we wanted to squeeze just one more photo shoot in. For awhile now, Kyle and I wanted to do a tribute shoot to the Pacific Northwest. What better way to depict the place we know and love with things such a Pendleton plaid, tattoos, nature, wood, etc. It's very Seattle, but that is the point.

We didn't want to cast models from the agencies or anyone who was picture perfect. We wanted to show real friends, real people, raw energy and relationships on camera. So we decided to use Zach, Ivre, and Shannon. They are real life BFFS!

Photographer: Kyle Johnson
Art Direction/ Wardrobe Stylist: Osiris Navarro
Makeup Artist: Angel Dorr
Special Thanks: Katie Bailey for showcasing her jewlery "Lazer Nature", Naomi for letting us use her backyard, and our lovely models Ivre, Zac, and Shannon.


Summertime in the Pacific Northwest. Happiness and sunshine!


Shannon hanging out and rockin the Lazer Nature.


Lazer Nature earrings by Katie Bailey. She was so kind to give this pair to Shannon. Please e-mail me about any inquiries about Lazer Nature products.


My favorite piece from the collection. Wine dyed leaves. How pretty.


Plaid vests compliments of Moksha Clothing.


Those pointy shoes are so 1993 and I am so loving it.


Fly away!

Get It Girl: Mariel Haenn

I'm 25 years old, and I'm starting to feel like I need to make some serious hustler moves in the next 5 years to get to where I want to be in my career. But I don't see myself as an opportunist. I want to be the kind of girl who pays her dues, and gives respect to others before me. I guess I just want to make a little shout out/ recognition to Mariel Haenn. People always compliment Rihanna's outfits and how she looks on point, etc. Well people, you didn't think she dressed herself did you!

Check out her work at www.marielhaenn.com


I love the costume she designed for Ciara in the "Go Girl" video. Kinda like a sexy Terminator.



Love what she chose for Keri Hilson at the BET awards. I am not loving that hairstyle, but she had nothing to do with it!


Some critics weren't feeling this ensemble, but I thought it was cute. A bold statement, but what better place to get a little bold than the Met Gala. Also, Marc Jacobs was the host for the evening and since his latest collection is a tribute to the 1980's this was quite fitting. FYI.

Sure Why Not?: Old Graphic Design Stuff

Even though fashion is the central theme of this blog, I would have to say graphic design has played a major part in my overall composition with wardrobe styling/ art direction and the way I approach color schemes, textiles, matching, etc. Given the fact that I have a dinosaur for a laptop I am a little limited on what I can do these days. But while I was rummaging through the archives the other day I came across a few things I designed and thought I should share. They aren't the best, and I could probably do better now, but whatevs. Enjoy!


I used to design flyers for Paperboy Productions, then my computer ruined everything for me.


So 80's. A little tittay action never hurt no one?


I was doodling around with all the new Photoshop 7.0 paintbrush shapes. Corny, huh?


Twiggy's face. Beastie Boy slogan. I don't know how they relate, but I was 18 and trying to be cool.


New Jack City Thursdays at Baltic Room with the kind people of Resident Media. I liked the shape of this flyer. More club flyers should use this size. It stands out more.


Just some mumbo jumbo. Scribble scrabblwe. Bla bla bla.


I made this for my good friend Kyle Johnson who was showcasing some of his fixie bike photos at Sole Repair.


The Baltic Room's weekly schedule. It never was utilized, but thought it was a cool layout.


When I was designing this flyer I had a serious artistic block. I couldn't think of an icon or image that epitomized gold, goodness, and luxury...then it came to me...Ms. Monroe herself.


Old school feel. Big Daddy Kane style. Classic hip hop image.


Blue Scholars New Years Eve Party a couple years back


Not my best work, but I was young. This got printed and was distributed by BMG label. I was pretty excited to see the album in the flesh at Tower Records, Cellophane, etc.


The first version of this flyer showed Pam Grier's goodies. It was not approved, so I had to PG-13 it a bit.



Last year me, Sunny, and Jannell had a combined birthday party. It was epic!

Summer Trend: Dress in Dye

This summer season I encourage every girl to cloak and soak herself in an array of wonderful colors. What used to be a trend associated with bands such as The Grateful Dead and the hippie era is back with a futuristic twist. Speaking of dye...check out this vintage 80's dress I had 5 years ago. I was digging through the archives and found this picture. I wish I kept it. The perfectly pleated origami folds, the rich vibrant colors, the luscious textile, the smooth fabric. Unfortunately I gave it up on Ebay. Like Heidi Klum would say..."AVITA-ZEIN!"

Fashionable Friends!

While I was doing my usual social networking rounds today I found myself admiring the ensembles of some of my friends. I have some pretty stylish friends and I wanted to share all the oooohs and aaahs here on my blog. More fashionable friends fotos to come!


Southbay Hunnies! Suggie, Jane, and Astrid. I miss these girls and am loving how they are all coordinated. High five on the sheer, bodycon dresses, and accents of white! So cute


I have always been a fan of gaudy and outstanding accessories. CB and Naomi are working the red!

Back to Black: Photo shoot with Robert McCadden

I wasn't present at this shoot, but I put together some outfits for it. I am currently working on some ideas for future shoots with Robert McCadden and Fresh Face Stace. Can't wait. More photos from this shoot to come. Enjoy!

Models: Leah Ferrell/ Ford Models
Producer/Photographer: Robert McCadden
Wardrobe Stylist: Osiris Navarro
Hair Stylist: Tsunami Design
Makeup Artist: Fresh Face Stace

Afternoon Dreamers: Photo Shoot Collaboration with Kyle Johnson

Aside from styling I like to be a pat of the creative process. I like to put teams together, cast models, create concepts, etc. Some people like to wing it, but I believe pre-production is key. When I created the storyboard above I wanted to produce a shoot that was natural and platful. I wanted to included neutral tones with subtle pops of color and embraced nature and the essence of youth. I was inspired by a few things; feathers, leather, Little House on the Prairie, old Gunne Sax fashion, and the wonderful dynamic and friendship between girlfriends!

Models: Giselle of SMG/ Phoebe of JRP
Photographer: Kyle Johnson
Art Direction/Wardrobe Stylist: Osiris Navarro
Hair Stylist: Omar Willis of Gene Juarez
Makeup Artist: Calvy Tran
Assistants: Nicholas Bartoletti
Special Thanks: Moksha Clothing and Dolores Gill


Giselle is a natural in front of the camera.


Maxin and relaxin on a grassy knoll. One of my favorite diptychs.


I made this feather headpiece the night before. I thought the red feather would be a nice touch!


Daydreamers. I like to pair vintage pieces with current styles.


Weeping willows are so beautiful. They really set the mood!