Shop Around: High Street

So, a big part of my job is scouting, which is basically bougie stylist-speak for window shopping. Since I’m out in the streets on a regular basis, I thought I’d share some of my favorites! This one is a classic: You know those places you can count on to take out of town visitors to make it look like you live in a cool city? The ones that stand out as beacons of style? High...

Fall Wish List!

It’s that time! Time to fantasize about things I’d like to buy while it’s still early enough in the season that there’s a semi-realistic possibility I’ll actually obtain these items! On my Wishing List for this Fall: 1. New glasses I have nude wire frames and tortoiseshell plastic frames, but I need black or gray. Because sometimes I just don’t feel like putting in my contacts. 2. Cozy sweater I’m pretty much always cold from...

Black + White is Always Right

The classic can’t-miss color combo works for every season, always. Here’s how I’m wearing it now: Pin-Up Chic Moda International sweater, A-Wear skirt, vintage belt and heels A cropped sweater and surprisingly comfy (cotton!) pencil skirt gets the Sixties Italian Movie Star treatment with a glossy belt and strappy heels. Add a headscarf and oversized sunglasses if you really want to take it to the next level! Refined Tomboy Helmut Lang dress, KESH x American...

Photo Diary: Sand Dunes and Tapestry Shoes

Lately I’ve been hiking up sand dunes around Lake Michigan (in the Nike wedges, no less–but ONLY because it wasn’t a planned hike), hanging out at music festivals to see The Black Keys, ogling fabulous shoes I can’t afford even on sale, and playing kickball in the park like an overgrown-yet-hilariously-uncoordinated kid. What have you been up to? Follow thestylesample on Instagram for more fashion and foolery!

Muse-ings: Stained Glass Lightbulbs and Faces on Skirts

I’m always on the lookout for creative inspiration (see: Tumblr Tuesdays), especially when it comes to things like photography, art direction, graphic design, decor, and of course, fashion. Depending on how I plan to use it, I usually gather this inspiration by way of Tumblr, Pinterest, or…snapping pics on my phone. Bootleg yes, but just as effective! With all this creativitah going around, I figured I’d share: 1.// It could be revolutionary or it could...