PFM Obsession: Jemima Kirke

I followed the entire first season of HBO's Girls and was struck by Jessa's sharp wit and free-spirited attitude...but as each episode flew by I found myself completely swooning over her vintage-chic wardrobe. I love finding out that in real-life, Jemima Kirke's personal style inspired her bohemian character's look. 

 Her signature style revolves around mermaid hairdos, drapey kimonos, floral prints, felt hats, bold peep-toes, and matte lips...with a bit of velvet, feathers, and leather mixed in. I did a little research and was thrilled to realize that Jessa's outfits are actually a combination of vintage pieces and Jemima's own wardrobe. This girl blends effortless, eclectic, and feminine into one charming package...and her lovely British accent is perfection. It can't hurt that Jemima's mom owns a vintage store in NYC called Geminola...ooh I feel a major shopping trip coming up! 

Costume designer Jenn Rogien and creator Lena Dunham take the outfit reins for all four girls on the show and I admire that they stay true to the situation surrounding each character. I'm really looking forward next season to see more of Jessa's inspiring looks. You might have heard the rumor that this series is dubbed the new Sex & the City...but the fashion is definitely much more attainable. We are talking Zara, H&M, J.Crew, Anthro, and the Brooklyn Flea...not Manolo Blahnik, Dior, Lanvin, and Ralph Lauren. 

Check out Jemima's website...in addition to being an actor, a mother (and my latest style icon!) she is also an artist who creates beautiful paintings. If you are obsessing along with me, here are some pieces to get you started on re-creating her look for the fall season. xoxo Becca

1. Glistened Fedora, 2. H&M Biker Jacket, 3. Zippered Feather Earrings, 4. The Edge of Girly Top, 5. Ilia Beauty Lipstick in Wild Child, 6. As a Matter of Flat in Leopard, 7. Devaki Maxi Dress, 8. H&M Patterned Pants, 9. Scandi Top Knot, 10. Ombre Aztec Playsuit, 11. Floral Print Kimono, 12. Moonlight Lagoon Open Toe Heels

PFM Obsession: Copper Love

gotta love the peacock fanfare earrings by MF!

my fave bracelets by my fave designer, Tasha West

i would love to add this to my collection.  this is the ultimate wonder woman cuff!! 

tribal and copper - what more could you ask!

this would make the ultimate statement necklace! right in line with fashion trends!

with the popularity of rose gold metal this season, i have renewed my love of copper.  i really love to wear metallics but if i had to choose, i would choose to wear copper metal jewelry all the time.  the issue is that not a lot of current designers make jewelry in copper.  thank goodness for ebay and etsy!!  not only do i love the color, copper (like all metals) has healing properties for the body.  according to Love Is In The Earth by Melody (every gem/crystal/metal lover's bible), copper:

"can combat lethargy, passivity, restlessness, excitability and non-acceptance of oneself. It stimulates initiative, optimism, diplomacy and independence. It emits a philosophic energy, free of orthodoxy and bias. Copper provides a harmonic connection between the physical and astral bodies and aligns the subtle bodies. It has been used successfully to amplify and transmit thought. It is said to be a bestower of good, bringing benefit to its wearer. It opens an activates the base and sacral chakras, advancing and stabilizing the the energies of intuition, sexuality, desire and vitality. It allows one to recognize the barriers which are in the path of ones development. "  

...so maybe there is more to just loving copper - maybe i need to invoke the properties of copper and that's why i am drawn to it!  either way, i have entered a period where i feel the need to wear more copper.  and i'm having fun along the way! 

TGIF! Have a great weekend! xo sesheta

Daily Outfit: Silk Pleats and Flowers

...so, i finally found some (affordable) floral print denim that i liked!! thanks to H&M, i am able to join Becca in this fun trend.  though i was nervous about the cream background, the color combo of teal, pinks and yellows, made them irresistable!!  it also gave me an excuse to rock more neon but softened by my silk pleated blouse that i love (and hardly get to wear).  i'm so excited!! can't wait to wear these over and over again :) xo sesheta

(Peacock Fanfare earrings - MavenFresh, Silk Blouse - Laundry by Shelli Segal, Bandeau - American Apparel, Floral print jeans - H&M, Denim Jacket - Old Navy, Flats - Calvin Klein)

Daily Outfit: Rockin Raspberry Sorbet

I love that H&M has a (small) selection of band tees. But when I don't find what I'm looking for in my size, eBay is a fantastic back up. So I embraced the July heat and went with a Popsicle-inpsired color palette of raspberry sorbet all the while humming aloud Sheena is a Punk Rocker. Feather and chain earrings seemed like the natural choice to build on this girly but edgy look...and somehow it manages to be very office-appropriate too.  xoxo Becca

(Feather Wisp Earrings in Milky Peach- MavenFresh, H&M Ramones Tee- eBay, Addison Story Skirt- Anthropologie {last seen here}, Boyfriend Blazer- Urban Outfitters, Beaded Bracelets- Anthropologie, Sandals- Aldo)

Daily Outfit: Effortless Chic

About 3 years ago, Sesheta and I were invited to NYC for a fashion sale event in a fab loft space. We were surrounded by racks of drapey dresses in bold patterns with a super-luxurious feel. I was an instant fan of the designer behind the collection- the talented Ashaka Givens, Sesheta's fly lady from way back. I tried this dress on and it was love! You know I'm a sucker for versatility...and this piece can change up from halter to strapless easily...and I've also worn it as a skirt. What else could you want...besides a few more beautiful designs from the her line (swoon!) 

I upped the boho chic factor with a messy side bun (tip- thick hair will stay put with spin pins)  and a fresh pair of feather earrings that are one-of-a-kind made for me, by me, yay! Tell us if you're interested in something similar. The warmer weather had me reaching for a breezy waterfall cardigan...effortless dressing is just too good.

Pssst...tomorrow Sesheta will be styling up another Ashaka Givens creation.

(Feather Wisp Earrings in Milky Peach- MavenFresh, Dress- Ashaka Givens, Drapey Cardigan- Forever 21, Booties- Nine West, Bracelet-Metal Monk)

Daily Outfit: Layer Cake

there are so many things that i find fun about dressing every day.  i love putting on glittery, blingy things as well as bright colored things.  Also high up on my list are things with ruffles.  this skirt, which is a staple in my wardrobe, satisfies the last category.  not only is it ruffle-y, it has layers of ruffles!  this comfy sweater also added some layers to my ruffles.  just to make sure that i didn't get lost in all the layers, i added my skinny belt to accentuate my waist.  i enjoyed wearing this because of how comfortable it was, especially with my jersey mobius and Uggs!   i even got to have fun coordinating my make-up with my fancy feather earrings.  ahh, every outfit should be this easy... :)

(Coral Ruffle skirt - can't remember lol - i'll double check, Grey leggings - BP by Nordstrom's, White tank  and Grey heather sweater - Old Navy, Bow leather belt - Anthropologie, Grey Boots - Uggs, Thai Rose Headband, Jersey Mobius and Fancy Feather Earrings - MavenFresh)

Daily Outfit: Tribal Dancer

i looooooooooove legwarmers!! especially when they are MF legwarmers! :) these bad boys take an outfit from regular to a wow factor. ...and they are really warm!! go figure, lol... i felt very "flashdance" in my outfit.  in fact, that's exactly what my friend said to me. she said i was giving her a flashdance vibe but that my moccasins were throwing her off, making it "native american flashdance".  hence, tribal dancer!  i think tribal dancer is the perfect definition of this outfit.  i don't mind the dancer vibe.  i actually danced with a troupe when i was younger.  unfortunately, dancing at parties every now and then is all that's left of my dancing career.  either way, it is fun to reminisce ...and legwarmers, leggings and a mini dress can help make the memory come alive!


(Field jacket - HollisterCo., Tank bubble hem mini-dress - Forever 21, Plum leggings - American Apparel, Studded Moccasin booties - Jeffrey Campbell, Copper Leather cuff - Tasha West, Knee-hi legwarmers (available on special request) and Peacock Fanfare earrings - MavenFresh)

Hot out of the Workshop: Peacock Fanfare Earrings

i'm baaaack!! can't say i'm totally well-rested (no such thing) but i definitely feel much better than i did when i last posted.  the best thing about being reFRESHed is that it also means you can be more creative!!

that brings me to the topic of today's post- the newest item out of the MF workshop- the peacock fanfare earrings.  i just love peacock feathers!!! they are so pretty and colorful.  they have been a staple in accessory design forever but have made an even stronger comeback recently.  the cut of these feathers are so playful; i really enjoy how simple and elegant they are.  the copper chain adds edge and complimentary crystals add bling.  despite the fact that these earrings are literally light as a feather, they still make an impact as part of any outfit!  pick yours up today by visiting our shop!

( Motorcycle Leather Jacket - Rachel Rachel Roy, Turquoise Silk ruffle top - Forever21, Peacock Fanfare earrings - MavenFresh)

Daily Outfit: Hats off to 2012

A hat is a fun way to make an outfit timeless!

just like many of you, i am in denial that we have entered another new year.  the thing is, this isn't just any new year - it's 2012.  for my fellow conspiracy theorists out there, this year could be the end.  the question is  - the end of what?  this is the subject of many debates.  whether you buy into the doomsday prophecies or not, we can't deny that 2012 is a special year.  if you look at it through numerology, 2011 was a "4" year (2+0+1+1) which is about foundations (building and destroying them), patience, responsibility, hard work and practicality.  2012 adds up to be a "5"year (2+0+1+2) which symbolizes change, freedom, exploration, knowledge (seeking and teaching).  Regardless of how major or how final, you should expect some type of change coming - on both a personal and on a world level.   while i do believe that change is coming, i also believe we have the power to create what we want soooo i am hoping to create changes like more abundance for MavenFresh and for my family!  What changes are you hoping for in the new year?

oh yeah, what better way to ring in the new year than to post an outfit with sparkle!  as usual, this was just a regular day but, by now, you should know that that is the only reason you need to shine!! lol :)  i stole this hat (Becca -  is this a fedora or a trilby? lol) from the hubby after i realized it was the perfect completion to my attire!  shh, i won't tell if you don't :)

Happy New Year and Happy New You!

(Taupe sequin tunic - INC International Concepts, Beige boyfriend sweater - H&M, Teal Leggings - American Apparel, Patent Taupe flats - Calvin Klein, Hat - UBI , Feather Fancy earrings and Taupe Leather Belt - MavenFresh)

Daily Outfit: Lemon Lime

wellies are the best!!

although it was a particularly dreary and wet day, you wouldn't be able to tell by my super sunny outfit lol.  i really love the color combo; shading is just sooo cool!! i can't say what prompted me to put this on but, subconsciously, it must have been because i was going to battle torrential rain pour on my way to work.  never fear - that's what an awesome pair of wellies are for!! i can't help but feel invincible as i step in - not around - puddles!  i'm just like my youngest, who always asks me if it's ok to jump in the puddles.  (if you haven't tried it, you must!)  ...so i guess with my internal sunshine going and my invincible rain boots, it didn't matter what was going on outside; i was bright and dry! :)

(Lemon yellow cardigan - H&M, Lime Tee - TJ Maxx, Lemon yellow ruffle tank - Urban Outfitters, Black skinnies - J Brand, Aubergine Wellies - Hunter, Amazon Light As a Feather earrings and Crochet Flower Wraps (worn as a belt) - MavenFresh)

Daily Outfit: Birds of a Feather

some of my favorite MF designs are our feather earrings.  they really speak to the tribal and native vibe that flows through our designs.  i guess i was feeling very bird-like from my earrings to my 'fro-hawk.  which reminds me of the time our friend, Aimee said that she likes to play the game "Fish or Bird?" because she feels like everyone either looks like a fish or a bird.  LOL, when i first heard her say that, i started cracking up; then immediately afterwards, i couldn't help myself from thinking it whenever i saw someone... fish or bird? i mention all of this to say that, when it comes to myself, i guess i would be a bird.  although both birds and fish are colorful and can be beautiful, i see myself as more a creature of air than of water.  my fascination with feathers also helps me lean towards this choice.  then, add my long limbs and big hair... totally bird-like lol.  so my next question is... which one are you?

(Military puff-sleeve jacket - Free People, Tank - Old Navy, Dark skinny jeans - J Brand, Motorcycle booties - MIA, Jersey Mobius in charcoal and Macaw Feather earrings - MavenFresh)