Desert Dreams

Sensually Spring

For this shoot we took inspiration from the soft colors and the delicacy and sensuality that blooms in spring. The outfit choices keep it chic and sophisticated while still showing a sexy side.

First published editorial on Alwayz Therro Magazine on March 2014 Issue. 

Step by Step

I'm a true believer that sometimes in order for things to work out you have to keep them on the down low until they actually happen and then you can tell the whole world about it. At times not everyone wishes the best for you, trust me, I learned how to keep things to myself the hard way. 

After going to several interviews with every single Bloomingdale's manager I can proudly say that i got the position as sales associate/stylist in the dress department. I've been there for about a month so I guess this is going to be my monthaversary post about my relatively new job. 

This is my first retail job and I love it! I mean don't get me wrong, there are days where I want to mentally strangle obnoxious customers and make them pick up the mess they made but overall it's great. I feel like this is a step closer to achieve my dream job to become a Fashion Director, or maybe Editor, since I'm starting to realize how much I enjoy writing. I mean if I can combine my love for Fashion and my new discovered like for writing, why not?

Pink & Green What?

After a harsh, tedious, forever lasting (or at least that's how it seemed) winter it's finally spring! Which in the town of Winchester, VA it means Apple Blossom Festival! For those of you that have no idea what it is you can visit the official website here explaining what it is and all the activities that take place.

Even though I'm a fan of this fun filled festival there is one thing I CAN NOT stand… watching hundreds of people wearing head to toe the most hideous shade of pink and green there could be ever combined. Just because they are both the official "colors" of Apple Blossom it doesn't mean you have to wear pink and green hair accessories with a pink tank top, green short shorts, pink flip flops, and pink and green manicure (unless it's tastefully done). I can't!!!

That's the reason why I decided to do this public service announcement and give my two cents, from a wardrobe stylist perspective, to help the community to not look tacky but rather festively chic.

Hope these ideas helped at least a notch and inspire people to think outside the box when it comes to choosing your Apple Blossom outfits. After all it's not like I'm banning the pink and green combination, they could just be used in a different way, like a pop of color, as long as it's tastefully done.

From a stylist perspective,

Claudia Garcia

Young and Beautiful

Happy NewYear's eve eve! Can't believe another year has past so here's our last photoshoot to end 2013 fabulous! It was inspired by the Great Gatsby since it's Ricardo's (photographer) favorite time era. Totally in love with this gold beaded dress.

Outfit details: Beaded dress by Bell's, American Apparel headband, TJMaxx Mary Jane heels, Target long gold necklace, and Charlotte Russe rings

Cheers to a fabulous new year!

Bianco e Nero

My favorite…love the attitude in the eyes

This has been one of my favorite photoshoots since black and white are my go to colors, it makes everything so much more classy and chic with a splash of edgy. 

Thanks Brianna McCaul for standing out in 28 degree weather for this photoshoot, definitely worth it.

Look 1: Patterned wool blend jacket by Zeida  and backless LBD by Milly available at Bell's Fine clothing, Forever21 shoes, Charlotte Russe rings

Look 2: Guess booties, Charlotte Russe earrings, silk lace blouse by Teri Jon, zebra clutch by Yilin

Look 3: H&M pants, Forever21 button up shirt and white blazer, necklace and earrings from Charlotte Russe

Look 4: Kate Spade polka dotter handbag, Forever21 maxi skirt, sleeves shirt from Target, Forever21 heels 

Krasivaya

This photoshoot was inspired by the approaching winter weather and the beauty of the Russian culture our model Dasha Mikhailova brings to the small town of Winchester.

Look 1 (available at Bell's Fine Clothing): Cyril Verdavainne Silk dress, Sherry Cassin American raccoon fur coat

Look 2: H&M blouse, ring, and earrings, Bell's brown fox stable by Michie's, TJMaxx faux fur vest, Elie Tahari skinny black belt, Shoedazzle knee-high boots

Vintage Beauty

It was such a struggle to find a model that would fit the 1920s theme perfectly until Ricardo and I found Sam Colt. It was definitely worth the wait. I was in love with this look, I think it's the best I've pulled so far.

Outfit details: Zara shoes, Debs golden lace dress (got it for $1 about six years ago for high school homecoming), Vintage jacket, Charlotte Russe clip on earrings, Forever 21 necklace

Feeling like LC for a day

Since my portfolio show is coming up (less than 10 days!) I decided to have a photoshoot of myself done about the 5 steps of styling to showcase it on December 16. I'm most def not the type of person that likes to be in front of the camera so it was a little hard to pose and try to act natural. I think they came out pretty okay if I say so myself. I definitely enjoyed feeling like LC for the day though.

Outfit details: Charlotte Russe blazer, necklace, and top, TJMaxx jeans, Forever 21 pumps

Thanks to Ricardo for being my photographer, Sam Colt for being my model, and Paige Nicolette for letting us borrow your beautiful home.

Grunge & Glory

Look 1: JCP plaid shirt, Forever 21 dress, Charlotte Russe necklace and bracelets, sister's beanie

Look 2: Necessary Clothing military jacket, Charlotte Russe top, earrings, and skirt, Forever 21 booties