Jesse In the City

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2009-09-29T07:23:00.000-07:00

Well I'm working on a bunch of editorials right now but I wanted to put up some recent work. You might remember the behind the scenes photos from 19th Hole Magazine and Osceola Magazine, so this is the final product! Enjoy :)

What's In for fall

2009-09-28T08:44:00.000-07:00

Looking for fall trends? Well these are some you just can't miss for this season.

1. Leggings- This trend just seems to follow us into every season. Throw a motorcycle jacket over a t-shirt and watch your everyday essential become a fashion must have for fall.

2. RED- It seems like the color red is showing up everywhere. Good thing it's a color that suits every skin tone, and hair color. Pick up this color in any shade and in anything!

3. Motorcycle Jacket- The motorcycle jacket is the perfect mix of edgy and girly wrapped up into one. You can wear it with jeans, over a dress, or even with leggings and a t-shirt. There's so many ways to pull off this versatile jacket.

4. Knits- Want to cozy up? What better to do that in than a cozy knit? Sweaters, cardigans, scarfs, get ready for them all!

5. Head Turning Jewelery- A piece of jewelery that will keep people talking long after you leave the party is always something you want to have in your jewelery box.

6. Statement Black Dress- Yes, the little black dress has always been a fall must have. Mixing it up is the statement black dress which is on all our must have list's for this season.

7. Leopard Print- Yes, the famous pattern is finally back. After being abused for years, we are ready to take this pattern to new heights all over again.

8. Hardware- Take a look next time you browse your favorite store and check the newest trend of clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories with hardware. It adds a bit of edge and we are loving it!

9. Shoulders for days- When Balmain brought shoulders back it seemed like every designer started doing it as well. Which is great for us common people since most of us can't afford his 4,000 dollar blouses or 13,000 dollar mini's!

XOXO

Swimwear for your body

2009-06-07T06:17:00.000-07:00

Well it's swim season and either that means your ready to hit the beach or ready to hide underneath some Prada glasses and a tunic. Here are some swim suits for every body type and every style. The great thing is you can find great swimsuits EVERYWHERE right now for great prices in amazing colors and patterns.

1.Petite-
Less fabric across the hips gives the illusion of a tall frame.

Michael Kors
Captain Cove's Cutout Swimsuit
$217.00

2. Full Bottom-
Low-riding boy shorts are sexy but provide plenty of fabric on the backside.

D&G Dolce & Gabbana
Anchor Two-Piece Bikini
$255.00

3. Short Torso-
A low-slung belt lengthens a compact midsection.

Burberry
One-Piece Swimsuit
$250.00

4. Boyish Shape-
Attention at the sides of the waist create a slimming effect

Gottex
Halter Maillot
$148.00

5. Full Figure-
All-over ruching conceals bumps

Miraclesuit® 'Oceanus' One-Piece (Plus)
$134.00

6. Small Bust-
A deep V creates the illusion of cleavage

Milly
Acapulco Maillot

$220.00 - Sale $154.00

7. Tummy-
High-waist, retro-cut bottoms hide bellies

Peaks & Valleys Halter and Boyshorts
$88.00 & $88.00 each

8. Large Bust-
Halters or an under wire provide support in cup sizes up to DDD

BCBGMAXAZRIA 'Zigzag Shimmer' Bikini Set
$68.00 and $78.00

Anna Wintour

2009-05-25T16:38:00.000-07:00

Well I would hope all of you know who the AMAZING Anna Wintour is, she recently did an interview on 60 Minutes I thought was just fabulous. If you don't know who she is open up your Vogue magazine ASAP! She has been the editor for the past 21 years! With all the buzz lately it's rumored the Editor in chief of French Vogue Carine Roitfeld will be taking her place. But if we know Anna she's not going down without a fashion fight. She is such an inspiring, creative, and driven woman so I wanted to share this link with you!

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/05/14/60minutes/main5013905.shtml

Coming Soon!

2009-05-13T19:04:00.001-07:00

19th Hole Magazine

2009-05-03T07:07:00.000-07:00

19th Hole Magazine is a golf, fashion, and luxury lifestyle magazine about people places and things on and off the course. They contacted me about a month ago about becoming a part of the team for their shoot here in Florida featuring the Omni Hotel. I was very sceptical when I got the e-mail because it was a golf publication but if you take the time to flip through this magazine you will be blown away by the fashion it has to offer! I arrived at the shoot at 11 am with Bloomingdale's bag's in hand ready to accessorize! The models were Tara, Adrianne, & Lydia from Benz models. We headed up to our hotel suite to get the ladies ready and set up all the clothing, shoes, and jewelery. The hotel was so generous and sent up fruit trays and water for everyone when we arrived, we had an amazing lunch, and then treated us all to dinner! It was one of the most put together shoots I have been on, the team was very strong and everyone did an amazing job! The locations on the property were so stunning I can't wait for it to come out so you can see it! I'll post a few photos for a sneak peak =) You can view model Tara's blog and follow her fashion adventures at:
http://strut365.blogspot.com/

Is your job cramping your style?

2009-04-30T07:33:00.001-07:00

One day it will happen, you will get out of bed look at the clock throw on a pair of un-ironed black slacks and head to work and realize you have become identical to every other woman wearing a suit, pencil skirt, and boring black blazers. But no need to fear, your fashion days are not over! Something you need to remember is there is a way to put your personality into your outfits while keeping it professional at the same time. Here are a few of my top picks for the office.

1. The classic shoe- Ladies please, just because you are working and want to be comfortable doesn't mean you should wear shoes that look like they belong in your Grandmother's closet, try something with a low heel like this Burberry Round Toe Pump.

2. The work dress- Your work attire doesn't have to be like a uniform you wore to school in high school, which means it doesn't have to be boring. Try something like this black and white sheath which keeps it professional and trendy at the same time.

3. The Black Bag- Try looking for a bag with some texture because even if your office is boring at least your new bag won't be!

Accessories- Get rid of that boring watch and try on something new. These John Hardy bangles are chic, professional, and add a bit of style to any outfit.

Runway Trends

2009-04-28T09:29:00.000-07:00

Ruffles: Photo from Zac Posen
Goddess Dresses: Photo from Elie Saab
Silk Shorts: Photo from Valentino
Graphic Prints: Photo from Roberto Cavalli
Boyfriend Blazers: Photo from Zac Posen
Sequins: Photo from Peter Som
Florals: Photo from Anna Sui

Oasis Magazine

2009-04-22T11:36:00.000-07:00

Hey Guys! So I just wrapped up my shoot for "Oasis Magazine" which is a publication for Osceola County in Orlando. The photographer was my good friend Chris Knight, Hair/MU was the amazing Luisa V., and Yvette from 301 Models Miami.

Here's a few behind the scenes shots!! Look for the issue coming out in June :)

Trends

2009-04-05T19:01:00.000-07:00

Everyone keeps asking me, what are the trends for this year? So I thought I would blog about a few of my favorites.

1. High Heels- Heels are reaching new heights this year by kicking up their height up to 6 inches! Don't wear something you wouldn't feel comfortable walking in because it will show. Experiment by buying a shoe a half inch or inch taller than you would usually wear and go out to dinner or somewhere you won't be walking around much to break it in.

Statement Jewelery- Gorgeous jewelery is always in style, but having something unique is key. A simple outfit paired with a stunning piece of jewelery will put you on the best dressed list. I'm a fan of Stephen Dweck who you can find at Neiman Marcus.

Bright Bags- Toss out those black and brown bags hanging in your closet! This summer it's all about color! Pink, Purple, Yellow, Green, pick a color you feel suits your skin tone and personality best.

Oh, Boy!- The Boyfriend look has never been so chic. Add a cute pair of heels, some eclectic bangles, or your favorite blazer for a unique touch.

It's all in the detail's- This year designers are going above and beyond to make their clothing spectacular. We are seeing ruffles, frills, sequins, beading, knitting and more and we like what we see!

Rompers & Jumpsuits- There's nothing better than having a one piece outfit you can dress up or down. The styles range from sporty and casual to chic and classy, and both will be on our fashion radar this summer!

My First Blog!

2009-03-31T11:30:00.000-07:00

Well first I'll start out with a hello to all of you who have no idea who I am. Hi, my name is Jesse I am a Wardrobe Stylist/Model/Travelista/Food Extraordinaire from Orlando, FL. This weekend my adventures led me to the land of the beautiful- Los Angeles. I arrived at the airport at 5:30am in time for my 6:55am flight to be told it was delayed due to fog. After waiting in line for an hour I called the airline and they informed me I missed the flight they planned on re-routing me on because I sat in this going nowhere for an hour line instead of checking my voice mail for the instructions to my new flight. Great way to start a trip let me tell you. I finally got on a flight at around 2:10 non-stop to LAX and arrived to my hotel 5PM California time. After looking at all the hotels in the area I had decided to stay at the London in West Hollywood. The hotel boasts a rooftop pool and sundeck with panoramic views of LA, and one of the best restaurants in town Gordon Ramsay at the London West Hollywood.

My first night in town my sister and I decided just to relax in the hotel, have some dinner and get ready for the big shopping day ahead. I think eating airport food and a 5 hour flight ruins any chance of wanting to do anything. I woke up the next morning excited to be somewhere new, although in LA it was 7am! I went downstairs to get some information on renting a car when suddenly I spotted a familiar face. After a phone call to my 12 year old brother confirmed my suspicions as WWE wrestler John Cena walked right past me. I must admit the weather in LA is PERFECT. It was 79 with a breeze to die for, yet warm enough to offer me a suntan after two hours of laying out. Later in the day I hit Melrose, shopping heaven. Fred Segal was first on my list. This two story shopping haven is the most amazing place in the world. I went in and wanted to buy EVERYTHING. They carry everything from Topshop, Elizabeth and James, Cynthia Vincent, and American Vintage. I also hit Madison an upscale boutique with a low key vibe, where I checked out the seasons newest pieces from from top designers such as Chloe, Alexander Wang, Current/Elliot, Stella McCartney, and Derek Lam. They also had some amazing accessories and shoes on sale, and who doesn't love a sale?

For dinner I jumped over to The Beverley Center and ate at the 'Grand Lux' which is the sister restaurant to 'The Cheesecake Factory.' I sat down ordered my food and was half asleep when the table next to me was seated. I am usually not the nosey person checking out the tables around me (Just the food!) but you'll never guess who sits next to me- Chanel Iman. I thought about passing out, but I went against my better judgement. Of course I didn't bring my camera in the restaurant the one day I see a supermodel! My luck is so fabulous. So after dinner and my supermodel encounter I headed back to my hotel and prepared for the day ahead. The next afternoon we went to the Beverley Hills Farmers Market at the Grove. If you want to see a real farmers market this is it! They had food from all over the globe being cooked right there in front of you, and if you're a food lover like me it doesn't get any better. I decided on Greek although the crepes looked splendid, then splurged on a banana split! A full tummy didn't stop me from hitting the Grove afterward where you'll find just about every amazing shop on the planet including Antropologie, Banana Republic, Barneys Co Op, and J. Crew. I was headed straight for, what the locals call, the style mecca and celebrity hang of all stores- Barney's! The Alexander Wang shoes I wanted were sold out nationwide in my size, but the Vena Cava was in full stock! Last stop was H&M, which is sadly not available in Florida but is an awesome place to find some cheap finds! The one in LA is pretty awesome, not as big as some of the ones I have been to but I walked out with a few good buys. For dinner we headed over to Grace where the owner was the first chef from LA to ever win Iron Chef America. If you are looking for a low key dinner, impeccable service, and a possible celebrity sighting this is the place. I started with Mozzarella Stuffed Squash Blossoms and for my entree I ordered Grilled Filet of Beef with farro, haricots verts, morcilla, Ossau-Iraty cheese, in a red wine sauce and it was simply amazing. Sitting next to us was actress Kerry Washington who you might know from Ray, Last King of Scotland, Little Man or Fantastic Four. By the end of Sunday I was exhausted and full so we headed back to the hotel and went to sleep. Monday morning came to quick which meant it was time to get ready to go to the airport. My trip was finally over, I was ready to get home but I would miss all the amazing shopping & food LA has to offer. It's nice to get away, but it's better to come home!

Jesse In the City

Tear Sheets

What's In for fall

Swimwear for your body

2. Full Bottom-Low-riding boy shorts are sexy but provide plenty of fabric on the backside.

D&G Dolce & GabbanaAnchor Two-Piece Bikini $255.00

3. Short Torso-A low-slung belt lengthens a compact midsection.

BurberryOne-Piece Swimsuit $250.00

4. Boyish Shape-Attention at the sides of the waist create a slimming effect GottexHalter Maillot $148.00

5. Full Figure-All-over ruching conceals bumps

Miraclesuit® 'Oceanus' One-Piece (Plus)$134.00

6. Small Bust-A deep V creates the illusion of cleavage

MillyAcapulco Maillot

7. Tummy-High-waist, retro-cut bottoms hide bellies

Peaks & Valleys Halter and Boyshorts$88.00 & $88.00 each

8. Large Bust-Halters or an under wire provide support in cup sizes up to DDD

BCBGMAXAZRIA 'Zigzag Shimmer' Bikini Set$68.00 and $78.00