Spring Into The Gap

Whitley: Pants, Jacket, Tank: Gap.

Luke: Jeans, Shirt: Gap.

Of all the outfits we shot with Gap, this was my favorite.  Perhaps it's because it most reflects my personal style in real life. I just want to be comfortable.  Is it just me?  I loved the studio shoot series with Luke and Donna too.  Being in the studio makes you feel kinda big stuff, despite the casual nature of the clothes.  I've got some really creative projects on the brain, and I'm super excited to get back in there and share it all with you!

I hope you all are well.  I'd really love to hear from you... please email, facebook, tweet, whichever! 

xx-Whitley

On The Town In Abbeydale

Landon: Suit and Shirt: Abbeydale. Shoes: Loake 1880. Watch: Brooklyn Watches. Tie: Thomas Pink. Belt: from Taylor Richards & Conger.

Kaitlan: Jumper: Alexis c/o Sloan, similar or here. Coat: Banana Republic (old). Shoes: Joan and David, like these. Necklaces (old). Bracelets: belonged to my Great-Grandmother. Kaitlan's rings: from Diamonds Direct. Cocktail ring: Melinda Maria.

Whitley: Shirt: Forever 21. Sweater: Ralph Lauren from summerbird. Shorts: C.Luce (now on sale). Boots: Charlie 1 Horse. Tights: J. Crew. Rings: custom from Diamonds Direct, Tiffany. Bracelet: belonged to my Grandmother.

Donna and I had such a fun time shooting newlyweds Landon and Kaitlan at the super chic BLT Steak located at The Ritz-Carlton in uptown Charlotte.  I was introduced to Landon and Kaitlan by friend and local custom men's clothier, David Watkins, of Abbeydale.  When I decided I wanted to start featuring more men's clothing, I immediately phoned David and said 'I need you and your fantastic threads on the Queen City Style'.  David was not available on the day of the shoot but friend and customer Landon Cassill and his custom suiting was.  I love meeting new people, and this was another example of how much fun I get to have playing dress up on the Queen City Style!  Check out David in the March issue of Southern Living Magazine.

I hope you and those important in your life had a wonderful Easter holiday.

xo-Whitley

Gentlemen Start Your Engines

Landon: Jacket and Shirt: Abbeydale. Jeans: Brunello Cucinelli. Shoes: Loake 1880. Watch: Brooklyn Watches. Belt: from Taylor Richards & Conger.

Kaitlan: Dress: Mara Hoffman, also long version here, c/o Sloan. Coat: Banana Republic (old). Shoes: Christian Louboutin. Bracelets: Bakelite thanks to summerbird. Turquoise Ring: Vintage.

Whitley: Skirt and Blouse: Tibi, obsessed with the pants, c/o Sloan. Shoes: Michael Kors, c/o Sloan. Cuff: c/o Green Market Girl. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Jacket: from summerbird.

Donna and I had such a fun time shooting newlyweds Landon and Kaitlan at the super chic BLT Steak located at The Ritz-Carlton in uptown Charlotte.  If you live in the Queen City, chances are you've been. If you haven't yet, put this one on your list for dinner and/or cocktails.  In the meantime, tune into Fox Sports this Sunday, March 10th, 3:00pm/EST and root for our most kind and dapper friend!  I'll be making a cameo from my couch.  Visit Abbeydale and Taylor Richards & Conger for some of Charlotte's finest in men's clothing, and stay tuned for more to come in men's fashion.

As ever... Whitley

Red Lace + New Hair!

Dress: Maggy London c/o Belk Southpark. Shoes: Stuart Weitzman. Clutch: JJ Winters from Lipp Boutique. Earrings: JewelMint. Bracelets: Grandmother's and Grandmother-in-law's. Rings: Melinda Maria, Tiffany, Diamonds Direct. 

Nick: All clothes: Express. Watch: Guess. Bracelet: Handmade.  

Contact Nick here for all acting or modeling inquiries.

Extras:

Location: Petit Philippe. Hair: Aurora Casteen at Borealis. Make Up: Perri Jones at Borealis. Flowers: Floral by Monica. Get 15% off any purchase during February and March when you mention this post.  Contact Monica here or call her directly at 704-576-2447.

As mentioned previously, I knew I wanted to create a fun Valentine's Day post, part of which entailed finding the perfect red dress.  I hopped on over to Belk Southpark to take a stroll through their expansive occasions section, and I found two to which I could not say no, this being the second.  Petit Philippe wine and chocolate room served as our location. I had my hair cut just prior to this shoot. (The shortest it's been in 15 years!)  What do you think?  While my girl, Aurora, was doing her thing to my hair, Perri gave me fantastic face.  Needless to say, I felt pretty darn special getting all gussied up. Stylistically, this is one of my favorite shoots to date.  I hope you like! PS-Several of you ladies have inquired about my charming date for this shoot.  Handsome Nick is engaged to be married to an equally beautiful gal.  Ladies, let's wish them all the best!  On that note, need a photographer for your engagement photos? Donna is the one and only!!

Thanks so much for being here!

xo-Whitley

Grocery Date At Reid's Fine Foods

Whitley: Dress: Vintage Mr. Blackwell, My Grandmother's, here's one. Mink Stole: My Great-Grandmother's, here are several. Shoes: J. Crew (old). Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Purse: old. Earrings: My Grandmother's. Pin: Gifted. Hair Comb: JewelMint. Bracelet: My Grandmother-in-law's. Rings: Diamonds Direct. 

Jason: Suit: Zegna. All other clothing: Ralph Lauren. Slippers: Sulka. Watch: NYC Flea Market find.

Visit Jason at Ralph Lauren Southpark Mall.

I had so much fun shooting with Jason and Donna atReid's Fine Foods, Charlotte's original hometown specialty food store.  You all know how much know my pension for all things refined and vintage, and this love affair does not only pertain to clothes. Founded in 1928, Reid's is a living, eating, drinking, celebrated long-standing member of the Charlotte community.  Reid's is known for their award winning butcher and wine shops, as well as a destination for on-site cooking and tasting programs. Reid's is friendly service wrapped in southern style; a modern day nod to a time when things were a little slower, more simple, always classic and never lacking for style. Reid's ambiance is transformed by one of my favorite designers, Charlotte's own Barrie Benson, by representation of her swank signature style throughout the atmosphere. Head to Reid's for all your shopping needs, your next wine tasting, date night or girls night out.  You will not want to return from such a delightful step back in time.

Thanks for being here with me, Whitley

Gap Blues + The Matching Dots Giveaway Winner

Whitley: Shirt (on sale!), Pants, Sweater: Gap. Beanie Hat: American Apparel. Shoes: Belonged to my Great-Grandmother. Earrings: JewelMint. Bracelet: My Grandmother's. Rings: Tiffany, Diamonds Direct.

Luke: Sweatshirt, Shirt, Jeans: Gap. Glasses: Aldo. Shoes: Aldo. Watch: Casio, vintage, similar. Bracelet: handmade.

I'm excited to be back here again with my adorable (right?) friend Luke.  For those of you who previously weighed in on my denim on denim post here, I'm especially loving his outfit. As previously stated... Since I met Luke at Gap Southpark over a running conversation while he helped me pick out a shirt for a male friend, a Gap-inspired shoot seemed like the only way to go. Again for these outfits, full wardrobe styling by Luke Yerrick, animation inspired by Malibu Rum. Go see Luke in the Queen City at Gap Southpark.

Click HERE to see if you were the winner of The Matching Dots Giveaway.

Have you noticed the increase in male fashion?  In response to men and girlfriends and wives, I've had a great time incorporating more mens fashion on the Queen City Style.  I hope you like it!

Thanks so much for being here!  xo-Whitley

Love Is In The Air

Whitley: Dress: Lauren Ralph Lauren c/o Belk Southpark, here in blue, also here's the short version. Shoes: Stuart Weitzman. Clutch: JJ Winters from Lipp Boutique. Earrings: old, here's a pair. Bracelets: Grandmother's and Grandmother-in-law's. Rings: Tiffany and custom at Diamonds Direct.

Nick: All clothes: Express. Watch: Guess.  

Contact Nick here for all acting or modeling inquiries.

Extras: Location: Petit Philippe. Hair: Aurora Casteen at Borealis. Make Up: Perri Jones at Borealis. Flowers: Floral by Monica. Get 15% off any purchase during February and March when you mention this post.  Contact Monica here or call her directly at 704-576-2447.

I knew I wanted to create a fun Valentine's Day post, but it wasn't until Donna put the bug in my ear for having gorgeous flowers on set that I had to have it all... the perfect location, the most amazing red dress I could find (I found two!), and of course, a handsome 'date' for this romantic evening.  Petit Philippe wine and chocolate room immediately came to mind when searching for the location.  It also makes a fantastic spot for my girls book club who meets to talk about great wine. You can't tell in these images, but I have chopped my locks seriously. Excited for a change, and I hope you will like!  While my girl, Aurora, was doing her thing to my hair, Perri gave me fantastic face.  A photo shoot, yes, but all of the aforementioned combined ingredients make for a fantastically delicious day of love.

Lots of love to you!!

xo-Whitley

Gap + Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design Winner

Whitley: Shirt, Pants, Jacket, Belt: Gap. Shoes: Cole Haan (old). Earrings: old, love this pair. Necklace: thanks to by boe. Bracelet: My Grandmother's. Rings: Tiffany, Diamonds Direct.

Luke:  Shirt and Trousers: Gap, Suspenders: American Apparel, similar. Socks: J. Crew, Shoes: Cole Haan, Watch: Casio, vintage, similar. Bracelet: handmade.

I was so excited to collaborate with this adorable lad, Luke, for my first studio shoot.  Since I met Luke at Gap Southpark over a running conversation while he helped me pick out a shirt for a male friend, a Gap-inspired shoot seemed like the only way to go.  Full wardrobe styling by Luke Yerrick, animation inspired by Malibu Rum.  Go see Luke in the Queen City at Gap Southpark.

Click here to see if you are the winner of the Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design Giveaway!

Thanks so much for being here!  

I'm off to my Alma mater, Chapel Hill, for a fun week of shooting with Roy Rice Photography!  

Hope yours is fantastic!

-Whitley

Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design: Scene I

Whitley: Dress: Giorgio Armani thanks to summerbird. Coat: Banana Republic (old), similar. Shoes: Tory Burch, similar, from summerbird. Purse: Chanel, here's one. Hat: My Great-Grandmother's.Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Hair Comb: Jewelmint. Earrings / Cocktail Ring / Bracelet: c/o Meredith Jackson Jewelry. Other Rings: Tiffany, custom by Diamonds Direct.

Jason: All Clothing: Ralph Lauren. Shoes: Ferragamo. Bracelet and Watch: NY Flea market finds. Visit Jason in the Queen City at Ralph Lauren Southpark Mall.

I am proud to share with you Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design.  These classic stylish pieces are all hand-made using a combination of natural, semi-precious stones and fine metals.  Each stone is hand selected based on cut, polish and color. The collections are proudly handmade in Charlotte, North Carolina.  Each of the pieces styled here are exquisite yet wearable for any occasion.  What are you getting yourself or your lady for Valentines' Day?  Take 15% off all regular priced earrings through Monday, February 4, using Coupon Code: QCS2013 at check out. Stay tuned for a sweet, sweet story in Scene II, as well as a Meredith Jackson Jewelry Design Giveaway.

Hoping your day is nothing short of spectacular!  

xx-Whitley