HerExchange Weekly Article

Hey Everyone! My first article for HerExchange.com just posted this morning! Go on an take a look and let me know what you think!

http://www.herexchange.com/2011/06/color-blocking-101/

Obession : Owls

For the last couple years I have had a serious obsession with anything owl related.

When I was pregnant with my daughter, a friend of mine who was greek, told me that the name Sophia (the name of our daughter) ment 'wisdom' in greek and that the symbol for it was the owl. I loved the idea of my daughter's name having a symbol - Just like the artist formally known as Prince, Ha! Although I never checked the accuracy of my friends statement, I began collecting owls like a mad woman.

Here are some great inspirational pieces for anyone who shares my obsession!

Cute Necklace! They have one just like this at
Lou Lous in Dupont

Video: Love of Shoes Starts Early

Last week I ventured in to GAP Kids and bought my daughter adorable pink jelly shoes. Remember jelly shoes? I knew she would love them as much as I loved mine. I didn't think she would like them this much!

Hope this makes everyone smile on Monday!

Anthropologie

Yesterday my best friend & I did our weekly "ladies who lunch" in Georgetown. I love meeting her for lunch, after 10 years we still have great conversation and of course are great at SHOPPING!

She had sent me a text earlier in the week about an amazing sale at Anthropologie in Georgetown. After lunch and it being so hot in the DC area we decided to cool off and take a look. Shopping was just what I needed. I had a very long, exhausting day, my shoe had broke, and I was miserably hot on basically no sleep. No doubt a purchase was what I needed.

Disclaimer: I love Anthropologie, but I can not afford to just spend $128 on a cookie jar and a $150 on a dress. As much as I would love to be able to, right now I just can't. I was seriously surprized when I went to the downstairs floor and saw their HUGE sale selection and even more shocked when I saw they were giving an extra 25% off the lowests marked price. I got the most adorable army green skirt (to be featured in a future posts) that was originally priced $80 for a only $25! So happy. I spent next to nothing on a staple item for my closet, got my shopping fix, put a smile on my face, all while looking fabulous in the future!

This was NOT a sale item, but I saw it in the store and
I might be obsessed with it. Hmmm might have to bite
the $128 bullet, might.

My best friend picked up this adorable skirt!
AND YES it was on sale!

Gucci 4 Sale

Ladies, Ladies! A client has asked me to sell a couple of her pieces. Thought I would offer it up to my supporters first to see if there are any takers. Over the next couple of days I will be posting some of her things.

Gucci Sunglasses (Usually Retail for $295)
Asking $110
In brand new condition with case included

Gucci Shoes - Great for Spring - SIZE 6 1/2B (Usually retail from $450 - $500)
Asking Price $125
In good condition. Bottoms are slightly worn, but the heel is in perfect condition as is the fabric. Garmet bag is included in purchase.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PURCHASING, PLEASE EMAIL Rachael at rachael@stylesoigne.com

Rachael's Wearing: Free People & Capitol Pride

This is DC's Capitol Pride Week and if you walk down 17th street you will notice most of the restaurants and stores have the rainbow flag up showing their support. Some of you might not know that my husband owns one of the most popular restaurants on 17th Street, FLORIANA Restaurant.

Even though this might not be the cutest outfit I have ever put on in my life, I wanted to showcase my husbands restaurant and show my support for Capitol Pride!

Shirt {Free People - Current Boutique} Jeans {Vigoss Studio - Second Time Around}
Necklace {From Fashion Swap} Shoes {Steve Madden}
Watch & Ring {Lou Lou's Boutique in Dupont Circle}

The Cost per Wear on this out fit is so low that honestly the most expensive thing I have on is - well it's my undies! This outfit is a perfect example of a serious consignment shopper. The off white flowy free people shirt added volume and camouflaged the massive amounts of sushi I had eaten for lunch. The Vigoss Studio flares jeans had been hemmed by the previous owner making my life a lot easier. The exaggerated flare creates a longer leg on my short 5 foot 1 inch frame and are totally 70's inspired. I love them.

Hope to see everyone this weekend watching the parade! I will be helping my husband out at his restaurant, so everyone stop by {1602 17th Street NW, WDC 20009}!

Pics of Grand Opening

I was so happy to get the opportunity to dress the maniquens at the new Current Boutique in Logan Circle for their Grand Opening party last Saturday! I had such a great time working on this project! The staff I have worked with at this store, especially Kat the manager, are amazing, sweet, and know their stuff!

Inspiration {A Tropical Burst of Color}

{Tropical Burst of Color: This is one of the new pieces they have.
Love the contrasting colors of vibrant purple and yellow}

Inspiration {Floaty Floral}

{Floaty, Flirty, Floral Look}

Inspiration {Rachel Bilson: LOOK FOR LESS}

{Who doesn't want to have style like Rachel Bilson?}

Inspiration {Lady Like With an Edge}

{Classic Black Dress by Banana Republic with metal detail
and an edgy necklace}

Inspiration {A Weekend on the Cape}

{Loved this Nautical Theme}

Inspiration {It-Girl Blake Lively}

{Beautiful Diane von Furstenburg}

Inspiration { On the Dot - Poka Dot}

{LOOOVED this Vintage Blue & White Polka Dots
 with red faux pearls}

Inspiration {Electric Colors}

{Another new piece with vibrant color}