{Glam} How To: Rock A Look

May 14, 2013 in Glam: Style & Trends

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Let’s shake up our wardrobes! Glam and Graffiti has featured the spring trend “tribal” a few times already this season. It’s everywhere. One tip to remember regarding working in new seasonal trends to your existing style is how devoted you will be to rocking the trend versus letting the trend rock you. This pattern is loud, but you don’t have to give in. I took this Nicole Miller knit dress and paired it with my Steve Madden studded boots, a Kate Spade quilted bag, and a Jupe Boutique geometric gold necklace.

Now, let’s get a closer look.

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I love the detailed green zipper on the back! Sportswear meets Glam. 

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Where have you worn a look that either you rocked or rocked you? Share and tweet me at @GlamandGraffiti with #GetGlam. Talk soon!

 xoxoStephanie

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{Graffiti} Summer BBQ

April 25, 2013 in Graffiti: Arts & Culture

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My beau and I were invited to my aunt’s house here in Pittsburgh for an outdoor, casual barbecue. They switched up the grilling formalities and threw some shrimp and lobster on the barbie. And, apparently…grilling lobster tails is easier than it seems. I would have never thought! While catching up on missed events and chatting over wine and cheese, my aunt and my uncle prepared the shellfish in a flash.

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Vibrant artwork stood quietly, swimming in the brightly lit office as we ushered the food outdoors to enjoy the last moments of sunshine. My aunt can capture a feeling so eloquently with such thick brush strokes.

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If we run faster, will Summer be here?

xoxoStephanie

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{Glam} Sporty Spice

February 25, 2013 in Glam: Style & Trends

“Tell me what you want, what you really want.”

What do I want?

 I want, nay, I need a dress that can transcend throughout my work day.

Job Opening

Fashion blogger seeks an 8 hour dress. Bright, trim shape, excellent at details.  Must be willing to work for under $75.00 and work all day under intense conditions. Previous experience unnecessary.  Send resume to Glam and Graffiti, P.O. Box 5555, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213.

The art of contrast was an emerging trend spotted on the fall runway that foreshadowed sharp looks for spring. This tailored dress is the perfect piece to simply and seamlessly start off your day right and then end it with a dose of glam. I love this solid, tennis-like dress because it is a breeze to layer with. Think over-sized white and navy knit cardigans during the day, sharp tan and black blazers at the big meeting, and an edgy leather jacket or long, cocktail coat at night.

To me, finding a dress just as reliable as your favorite LBD is essential. As I officially enter the workforce this June, I find that I have been eyeing looks that are suitable for all occasions. (Including the hot summer sun and the frigid office air conditioning!) 

For this look, I teamed up with local retail store, Jupe Boutique. I’m talking dress, bag, and accessories. What a great look! 

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What To Wear: Valentine’s Day

February 11, 2013 in Glam: Style & Trends

 Photographer & Stylist: Stephanie Alexis | Make Up: Courtney D’Angelo

 With Valentine’s Day this Thursday, Glam and Graffiti has prepared a quick how-to editorial of how to glam up for any V-Day plan. I matched 3 fabulous girls and 3 great looks! Whether they are going steady or going single, each of these love struck girls dressed for the occasion. Read on!

Who are do you relate to most this Valentine’s Day? 

Model, Hilary wears a deep, maroon lace shift dress with romantic, yet edgy, black and gold jewelry. Her plans? Dinner with her long-time sweetie at the funky, new Asian fusion restaurant in town.

Honest, loving, and her best friend, her man is everything she could ask for! But, didn’t he say to be ready at 6 pm…sharp? Where is he?

“For added drama, I drew a sharp, thin cat eye. It emphasizes the beginning of the eye shadow too.” - Make-Up Artist, Courtney D. 

 Lace Dress, H&M | Necklace, Jupe Boutique

Is that him? 

It is! Bring on the sushi!

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First Date Stomach filled with butterflies, model, Joyce can’t contain her excitement for her afternoon date with the cute boy she met at work. She wants to look put together, but fun and flirty for her first date. Cue the light pink lip gloss!

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A lower high heel or boot can still kick up the charm while keeping it casual. Note: Both models sport the same raspberry red. The height of the dress and the country brown vs. the midnight black shoe shifts the mood of the outfit. 

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Dress, Jupe Boutique | Coat, Micheal Kors

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Girls just wanna have fun! Just because your Valentine’s Day doesn’t involve a scene filled with chocolates, teddy-bears, and a Taylor Swift love song, does not mean you can’t still go celebrate! Model, Laura chose to celebrate with a girls night out. This va-va-voom look was spiced up by a bright, red lip and a red hot heel to match! 

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 Ready to dance! 

“I applied the red lip with a fine brush and kept adding on the layers! You want to make sure the pigment stays throughout the night till the last song. For a bright, wide-awake look, I used an angled brush, dipped it in white eyeliner and lined the bottom lash line.” – Make-Up Artist, Courtney D. 

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Lace Strapless Dress, Nicole Miller | Clutch, Coach 

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 Have fun tonight glam girl!

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 Want to join the next shoot? Email Stephanie at Glam and Graffiti dot com. 

xoxoStephanie

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{Graffiti} Front Row Seats to Nicole Miller’s Fall 2013 Collection

February 8, 2013 in Graffiti: Arts & Culture

Glam and Graffiti is bringing a dose of glam to you! 

Want an exclusive behind the …camera look at Nicole Miller’s Fall 2013 Runway Show? 

LIVE streaming from their Runway Show at 6 PM 

Click the image to get front row seats! 

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While you’re waiting, check below to see Nicole’s inspiration and sketches for her fall collection! 

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Inspiration look #1 Inspiration look #2 Inspiration look #3

xoxo, Stephanie Alexis

{Graffiti} Dixi Sneak Peek x Glam and Graffiti

January 25, 2013 in Graffiti: Arts & Culture

logoAre you a vintage junkie? Meet Dixi. 

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{Set of 2 Wishbone and Plain Above the Knuckle Rings – My all-time favorite piece at Dixi.}

Based in the UK, with shipping worldwide, Dixi dives into their style head-first, offering original fashion at affordable prices. These second-hand garments and beloved jewelry pieces from another era are accompanied by modern clothing and accessories as well. 

Falling in love already? I KNOW. Me too. But, it only gets better from here. Below, I have for you a sneak preview of their new collection arriving Sunday, January 27! Most of the pieces are one of kind, ensuring that you will always stand out in a crowd. These products are not yet in store, so keep an eye out early morning Sunday.

And yes, there is more! In the U.K.? Use this special discount code: “bloggerdisc” for any purchase over £15. Applicable till February 3rd. 

Check out the collection below! A must have for me? The raspberry red maxi skirt! What’s your favorite? 

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 Shop online here

Join the conversation @GlamandGraffiti and @ShopDixi.

xoxo, Stephanie Alexis

{Glam} Sea Siren

July 30, 2012 in Glam: Style & Trends

“Just look at the world around you,
right here on the ocean floor.
Such wonderful things surround you
What more are you lookin’ for?”

It’s hard not to be captivated by the strong inspiration blown inland from the sea this summer. This season, fashionistas have been challenged to take their style to new depths with under-the-sea prints, deep greens, robin egg blues, and orange, coral accents. Mix with with airy chiffon and silks and you will feel like you are truly walking on water.

This gorgeous kaleidoscope gown from Laundry by Shelli Segal was my choice-pick  starting with a relaxed day of window shopping in the sun to cocktails by the water at night.

{Photographed in Newport, RI.}

Many thanks to the women at Michael Hayes boutique for all of their styling fun!

{Photography by Veronica Kelly} {Mini Harper Bag in Red Robin| Diane Von Furstenberg}