Your Head Looks Weird

If you live in the Charlotte area, next time you are at SouthPark Mall or in the area, be sure to snag a copy of SouthPark Magazine.  I very worked hard on this one, along with an amazing team of individuals, businesses and boutiques, and I am flattered, humbled and excited to be a part the May issue.  The below picture is one in the series of images where I get to show off some really amazing clothes from a few of my favorite local boutiques.  My oldest son, Hank, now 7, saw the below image come up on my facebook page.  I couldn't help but chuckle at his reaction to seeing me dressed up like this.  (Let's be honest, I am a working mom of two active boys, the only time I look like this is for a photo shoot.  The next closest I come is on Sunday for church, date night or when I am meeting clients, but it is a loooong way off from this.

Hank: Mommy, is that you?
Me: (Excitedly) Yes!  What do you think? 
Hank: I don't get it.  it's weird.  Your head looks weird.  You look like you are someone else.
Me: Okay, well, does the rest of my body look like me?
Hank: Yea.
Me: Well, then do you at least like my outfit?
Hank: Why would I like it?!  I'm not a girl! (Runs upstairs to yell at little brother Worth for singing Let It Go again).

Ahh.  The honesty of a child.

Photography: Zach Alston. Hair and Makeup: Deme Fourtounis. Jumpsuit: Yoana Baraschi (from ChezElle), here in black. Kimono: Tracy Reese (from ChezElle), and here. Wedges: Jimmy Choo (from Coplon's) or here. Earrings: Kenneth J Lane (from Coplon's), similar here. Ring: Available at ChezElle. Necklace: by boe.

Lace + Lace

Blouse: Vintage. Skirt: Thanks to The Boulevard at SouthEnd. Shoes: Cole Haan.  Purse: Chanel.  Earrings: Thanks to Chloe + Isabel by Ashlyn Milosch

More amazing photography by my very talented cousin Ellie.  Her eye from behind the lens is so hip and chic, and I love the hint of patina on her photographs.  It has just been very fun to spend this treasured time with family. This pink lace blouse is another piece I recently inherited from the sweet woman I have yet to meet and so badly want to.  (Read and see more here). I We spotted this fantastic old building and Airstream from across the highway while we were shooting Piles + Pipes.  I hope you have survived last week's rush of winter weather!

Join Me For Style Night On East Blvd

I'm thrilled to be a part of a fun night of style, style and more style next Wednesday, February 18th.  Won't you please join me  for an evening of style hosted by one of my most favorite boutiques in town, summerbird, (think all things couture at the girl next door's price point) and the QC's leader in men's upscale consignment, Revolve Consignment.  Music will be playing, discounts will be discounting throughout both stores, fantastic art work and jewels will be on display, Three Hunters Vodka is hosting a special tasting, light bites provided for all, Jeffre Scott Apothecary will be on site to doll you up, and I will be styling the night away along with fellow stylist Julian Clark.  Oh, and who doesn't love a raffle giveaway?  Style, fun and more style.  And oh, did I say fun?  Grab a girl or guy friend, and come on!

Purchase a Stylist's Opinion

More and more these days I get picture texts and emails from friends, clients, neighbors, family members, etc asking me for my opinion on their outfits.  And I love it.  Fast forward to this week, I was sitting in the car with a client, looking through clothes we ordered for her on-line and brainstorming outfit ideas.  She is a busy mom and business owner who manages a large team and spends a lot of her time coming and going.  Then some days she works from home. For those of us who do, me included, we know it is easy to fall into the trap of wearing our comfiest yoga pants and hooded sweatshirt.  Case in point... 

Anyway, she was saying how much she liked our most recent shop and share method... She just needed a few great going out tops.  I'd hit most local stores and couldn't find exactly what I was looking for, so I did a quick search of my favorite on-line sites and came up with about 20 for her to consider.  I sent her over a link, she purchased a handful of favorites and then sent me pictures for approval.  Easy peasy and done.  Not everyone can afford a personal stylist, and not everyone needs one.  What I have often found is that many of my clients, friends and family members, just need permission.  And with that, the birth of Purchase A Stylist's Opinion!

Not sure what to give your Sister In Law for Christmas?  For $75, I'll send you images for 25 items.  You tell me you need a dress, you get 25 dress selections.  You tell me you need three outfits for an upcoming wedding weekend, you get four outfits head to toe...whatever the case may be, I'll send images for the very coolest and most unique items on the market. Just like that.  I love helping others look and feel their best, and I'm excited to offer this opportunity that is attainable to everyone.  

Email me at whitley@thequeencitystyle.com 

Happy Weekend! xo

LIKEtoKNOW:IT

For those of you who follow me on Instagram, you may already know about it, but I want to introduce you to an exciting website called LIKEtoKNOW.it. Just in case you aren't already familiar, LIKEtoKNOW.it is a fantastic and convenient way that you can easily shop my Instagram photos (along with all of your other favorite bloggers). Once you sign up on LIKEtoKNOW.it with your e-mail, whenever you like one of my photos tagged with @liketkit you will receive an e-mail detailing my outfit or design collage for that photo! My favorite part about the service is that you can choose to receive e-mails ASAP, daily, or monthly and then conveniently shop right from your inbox. It’s that simple! It is the best way to simply like a photo and get the details you want as opposed to commenting and getting lost in the sea of others asking the same thing. It’s always nice to have quick access to easy information, so I hope that you enjoy using  LIKEtoKNOW.it as much as I do!  Happy Shopping!

High Fashion For Less

Did you catch us on Charlotte Today this morning styling our High Fashion For Less finds from Concord Mills? I had a blast styling it out with the always fashion forward Bethany, and Kallah, from the one and only Scoop Charlotte.  For my look, I went straight to one of my all time favorite designers, Ralph Lauren.  This entire brand is timeless classic and always on point across all of their many lines.  The Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store at Concord Mills is the only in the region!  I can't wait to share with you outfit details for all three of us!  If you missed the segment, you may watch it below.  Please follow along the fun on Instagram and Twitter to get the scoop from all these fashionable gals, and thanks so much to Concord Mills for including me!

Outfit Details: Mom On The Go

Here's my Mom On The Go outfit from yesterday's segment on Charlotte Today.  In case you missed it, you can watch it here. I combined items from J.Crew Factory and Banana Republic Factory for my exciting collaboration with Concord Mills.  I already own the blazer and pumps from J. Crew. The buttons on the blazer are the EXACT same, and the pumps feel just the same on my feet as those from J.Crew.  I seriously cannot tell a difference in quality, yet the price is so much lower at J.Crew Factory. Same goes with the Banana Republic items.  Head on over to Concord Mills, or shop any of the items straight from this page! 

Moms On The Go

Did you catch us on Charlotte Today this morning, styling some great Fall Fashion Finds from Concord Mills? It was such a fun treat getting to meet Dominique and Courtney, and I can't wait to share with you outfit details for all three of us!  If you missed the segment, you may watch it below.  Y'all, I am telling you, Concord Mills is TOTALLY worth the trip!  It's no secret I operate many days a week in J.Crew threads, and so if you do too, you need to make the trip to J.Crew Factory outlet.  And this is just ONE of the great stores you can shop and save at Concord Mills. Be sure to tune in the same time tomorrow and on Thursday, at 11 a.m., when I'll be back for a special High Fashion For Less segment.  Please follow along the fun on Instagram and Twitter to get the scoop from all these fashionable mamas, and thanks so much to Concord Mills for including me!

Thanks for reading and watching! 

xo-Whitley

Catch Me On The Tube!

Hello everyone!  I'm super duper excited about one of my most recent collaborations.  If you follow me on Instagram, you may already know this week I'll be joined by some fellow fashion bloggers to participate in a special segment on Charlotte Today presented by Concord Mills. Be sure to tune into WCNC during the 11am hour both Tuesday and Thursday.  On Tuesday, we'll be sharing some great Mommy On The Go looks, and on Thursday, it's all about High Fashion For Less.  I can't wait to see what Dominique and Bethany will be styling!  For those of you with desk jobs, be sure to set your DVR's.  I promise there are some sweet deals you don't want to miss!