Show Some Detroit Respect!

I love being an "artsy fartsy" person. I enjoy creating art, and admiring art. Every time I head to Detroit, I view the giant murals that span the city as beautiful works of art. How can you not? Hours of talent, concentration, and dedication go into them. As an artist, I know how much work it takes to create them, and absolutely admire the artist who does. For the longest time, I wanted to be an art teacher. I enjoyed the subject so much, it only made sense to share my passion every day. That's until I realized my calling was fashion. When I changed my mind on what I wanted to do, people were curious why the sudden change? My response? "Because fashion is wearable art." My heart fluttered with the thought of other people wearing my designs, and displaying my work. So of course, I have just as much respect for a great fashion design as I do a stunning mural. That's why I love Detroit Respect. With their strong logo, clever sayings, bold designs, and vivid colors, I can only be reminded of Detroit's murals. Their T-shirt designs make an impact upon wearing. The brand name itself reminds us to respect a city built on so many admirable things. Art, music, industry, culture, and now fashion! Their sayings like, "BElieve THEre is GOOD in Detroit" can inspire us all. They also make an impact upon purchasing. They are a buy-one-give-one company. For every shirt purchased online, they will give one to a worthy cause in Detroit. Or you can purchase their brand, along with over 20 other Michigan-made products at the Metro D Store in Rochester Hills. So let's show Detroit some Respect, and support a local business that gives back ;)

Photos: Emily Joanne Photography 

Top Outfit: Top: Detroit Respect, Jacket: Guess, Jeans: Express, Hat: Nordstrom Rack, Pumps: BCBGeneration, Earrings: Glitz and Ears 

Bottom Outfit: Top: Detroit Respect, Jacket: Buckle, Hat: Forever 21, Jeans: Express, Boots: Wet Seal, Earrings: Can't remember...

Dress Up With Rose Wholesale!

Dresses are the best. I'm the person who is very typically known for wearing them. If anyone ever asks me why I wear so many, I usually jokingly reply that I don't Iike wearing pants. Now that either gets me a very disturbed and questioning look, or I get the occasional response of, "Trying to show everyone up, huh?" I don't think they quite understand where I'm coming from. I like the feminine feel of a dress, and dresses are easy. Coordinating a two-piece outfit with pants is a little bit more of a task. There's nothing more simple than throwing on a one-piece dress. I like to think it takes less effort than your run-of-the-mill jean or legging look. Add some tights, shoes, jewels, and accessories, and you're instantly stylish! It looks like you took more time to get ready, and normally yields more compliments ;) A great place to shop for dresses is Rose Wholesale. Whether it's for a special occasion, or every day of the week for girls like me, their site has it all. Now go start a dress collection of your own, and thank me later for the compliments ;) 

Photos: Emily Joanne Photography 

Top Outfit: Dress: Rose Wholesale, Tights: Francesca's Collections, Pumps: Express, Watch: Michael Kors, Necklace: Francesca's Collections, Earrings: Rocksbox

Bottom Outfit: Dress: Rose Wholesale, Tights: Francesca's Collections, Scarf: Rose Wholesale, Boots: Franco Sarto, Watch: JORD, Earrings: Francesca's Collections 

Designer Wood Watch From JORD!

Ah, the holidays. That time of year that sweeps you up in a flurry of non-stop hustle and bustle, and also sweeps you under 5 feet of snow. With present shopping, family gatherings, cooking meals, decorating, and celebrating, it's hard not to lose track of time. Time. Something so precious in the end of the year, that tends to slip by so fast. To enjoy moments with loved ones is what the holidays are all about. Being someone who is always late, or always wishing they had more time, the holidays are especially stressful! It's difficult to dish out a delicious dessert for family dinner, pick the perfect gift, dress the part, and still run your daily life. Thankfully I've got a little help from JORD Wood Watches this season. No they won't help me whip up a pumpkin pie, but they will solve my other dilemmas! With its unique wooden design, and sophisticated face, it's a great piece to pull together your holiday look. It's also a classic design, that can be worn every day for the functionality of keeping the "fashionably late" on time! Not to mention, it's also the perfect gift. JORD watches come in an endless array of both men's and women's styles. You get to choose the type of wood, ranging everywhere from zebrawood to sandalwood. Then choose what color face you'd like. In the end, you're left with a elegant timepiece, that comes in a beautiful wooden box, that also serves as jewelry holder. One watch to save my outfit, time, and sanity? Sounds like my time just freed up a bit ;)

*This post was sponsored by JORD Wood Watches.*

Photos: Emily Joanne Photography 

Dress: Express, Shawl: Francesca's Collections, Tights: Francesca's Collections, Pumps: Express, Watch: JORD, Necklace, Earrings, and (some) Rings: Francesca's Collections