Bros for Life

Earlier on this week, I asked my Big to do a photo shoot with me.
She was under the impression that these photos were strictly for Ritzee Rose,
but little did she know that her Little had a plan. ;)
I wanted a photo to put on the back of her paddle to give to her at Ritual.

Not only did we get the perfect picture, but we took a few extras too.

What a great Big she is! 

We were rockin'  PSP colors and some of the hottest spring trends: a hi-low, colored pants, the color mustard, and brown sandals: hers with fringe and mine were more gladiator-esque.

This is the one I used on the back of Julia's paddle! 

Friday night finally came along, and I was beyond excited to become an official brother

of Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity!!

Here is the beautiful Xi class! Gosh we are gorgeous. 

And oh so classy.

And fun.

Who knew that our initiate advisor was a pimp? ....haha jk
but really he is

Pretty girls, Lena and Anna! 

Sara!!

Umm, no words . . . except that they're all fantastic.

The Halpert Family!! 

BTW, she loved her paddle and

 I've officially decided to change my career to professional paddle maker.

PSP Love!

Get the look: 

Photo shoot 

Mustard lace tank - T.J. Maxx

Purple aztec hi-low skirt - Forever 21

Brown wedge sandals - Madden Girl

Ritual night

Black Blazer - Forever 21

Blush pink lace tank - Forever 21

High-waisted skater skirt - H&M

Black tights - JCPenney

Black glitter heels - Macys

Party at Gatsby's

1920's fashion is a popular go-to Halloween costume, 

but now flapper* apparel is being seen in everyday looks. 

Keep this for October only . . . or a costume party.

This is due to the upcoming release of the movie "The Great Gatsby",

starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan, and Isla Fisher.

"The Great Gatsby" will be out in theaters May 10.

Attempting flapper fashion can look totally absurd if you do it wrong,

so here are a few tips to get it right:

1. There are two major color palettes to choose from

pastels or black, red, and white. 

2. Draping,

ruching, and fringe

 are all very acceptable.

3. Headpieces with beading, feathers, and netting are wonderful touches

 to a flapper era outfit.

4. Heels are great, but make sure to wear something easy enough to Charleston the night away. ;)

5. RED LIPS!

6. Last, but certainly not least, pearls are a must!

Tie them into a knot at the bottom for an extra touch, or pile on multiple strands.

Here's how the cast of Straight Up does fashion – Gatsby style.

Notice, I'm wearing red lips, pearls, and a headpiece . . . and my dress is drape-y!

Happy 20th Birthday Michelle! 

Pearls, red lips, and the black/red color palette were abundant,

except for on Nathan, of course.

The whole gang keeping it "Straight Up" classy! 

*Flappers were a "new breed" of young Western women in the 1920s who wore short skirts, bobbed their hair, listened to jazz, and flaunted their disdain for what was then considered acceptable behavior. (from Wikipedia.com - Flapper article)

Get the look: 

Beaded headband and red drape dress – Forever 21

Long strand of pearls – The Other Place (Local Athens Boutique)

Banquet Apparel

Last week, I attended the Annual E.W. Scripps Journalism awards banquet. 

Now, when deciding what to wear to a banquet like this, 

I tend to go the professional route, especially if I know I'm receiving an award.

But you can still have fun with it. 

I decided to go with a peter pan collar dress with black tights and black flats. 

I tied the look together with a black blazer . . . and pink lips just to show my fun side. ;)

These photos were brought to you by Tanya Parker!!