Photo Shoot

Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday!! We sure did! But, as always, it went by way too fast and today its back to reality...

I did a photo shoot a few months back for the Bakers Shoes fashion website, Shoeternity.com. Just got the pictures and thought I'd share a few. All of the outfits are from my closet, which of course means a majority of the pieces are either vintage or thrifted.

I'll be back later this week with more daily outfit posts.

xoxo - Laney Mae

texture and plaid

Fast post today...still have lots to do in the shop and then lots to do in my life after that.

sweater, pants, belt and jewelry - all vintage, all from *tag

mary janes - F21

infinity scarf - H&M

total cost of outfit: about $50

*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

1 hour left until close and then the mall, Walmart, Petsmart and home for more Christmas cookie baking...wish me luck!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Flannel

Snapped a quick pic tonight kind of as an afterthought.  I didn't really pay much attention when I got ready this morning, just grabbed comfy and warm pieces...but I walked by the full length mirror at the store just now and decided it was post-worthy.  Nothing special, just a typical Laney winter outfit....although I did just realize I accessorized with mannequin clips still attached to my vest. Ha! The clips are what I use to fit clothing to the mannequins and I've been busy dressing them today and totally forgot they were still clipped to me! Typical.

Leggings, my trusty vintage boots, Target vest and socks, vintage flannel and jewelry.

Total cost of outfit: about $60

I can't believe its already the week of Christmas!  I don't know where December went...it must be with November somewhere because they both got away from me!  Cramming all my Christmas preperation into this week, nothing like waiting to the last minute!

I might be cutting it a little close, but its still a wonderful and blessed time of year!  I love Christmas :-)

Happy happy holidays!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Friday

With hat, vest and purse...

....and without

My mom hasn't been available this week for pictures, so I apologize that they kind of suck this week.  Sometimes the tripod and I work really well together...and sometimes we dont.  I ran out of time to take any more today, so these will just have to do!

Wearing old mini skirt from Walmart, random long sleeve tee, vintage boots from Jen, vintage crochet jacket and faux fur vest from *tag, thrifted hat and jewelry, and old patchwork bag from Marshalls.

Total cost of outfit: about $75

*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

Happy Friday! 

Hope everyone enjoys a safe and fun-filled weekend!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Wrapped in a blanket

I love this vintage wool skirt!  Its like being wrapped in a blanket, which is perfect on this cold dreary winter day.

Wearing vintage skirt and western from tag*, thrifted belt, old wedge boots and vintage jewelry.

Total cost of outfit: about $100

*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

Picking up Kev after work and bringing him home with me for an Ugly Betty sleepover party!  I love our Kevin/Laney date nights!  They're the best :-)

Happy Wednesday!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Warmth and Coziness

Working on some projects here at the shop, so just a quick post today!

Its freezing outside so all I want to wear is layers that provide warmth and coziness :-)

Wearing vintage wrap skirt and belt from tag*, gifted vintage boots, sweater and socks from Target, DIY H&M cargo vest, random tee and thrifted hat.  I also threw on my brown vintage faux fur vest as one more layer before venturing out into the cold this morning.

Total cost of outfit: about $100
*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

xoxo - Laney Mae

Boots, legwarmers and a poncho.....

Its a poncho kind of day! Love this crazy tacky 1970s poncho!  I've had it in my closet for awhile but had yet to rock it...looks like today is the day!  Mom and I are hanging holiday decorations and doing some work around the shop today so I had do be comfortable.  This outfit is classic Laney....leggings + legwarmers + vintage boots + stocking cap = all of my favorite comfy everyday pieces.

Wearing vintage boots, legwarmers, old Abercrombie tee, vintage poncho and jewelry from tag*, and thrifted hat.

Total cost of outfit: about $30

*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

Off at 4 today!  I heart Tuesdays :-)  Heading home for a pasta dinner with my man followed by a little Christmas tree trimming!  Happy Tuesday and Happy Holidays!!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Steppin' Up

Ok, so I totally have to geek out for a moment and apologize for it in advance...

I loooove dancing movies like the girly dork that I am.  I was cleaning my room last night and came across a pair of black legwarmers I had completely forgotten about.  I was instantly determined to wear them today and wanted to go with a "dancer" vibe. I texted Kevin and asked for his thoughts on how to rock the look. Now, let me go back a few years....

Step Up came out while Jenna and I were living together and around the time we first met Kevin.  What a fun time in my life that was!  Anyway, I of course bought it as soon as it came out on dvd and proceeded to make Jenna watch it with me like 100 times.  The more I watched it, the more I fell in love with all of Nora's outfits.  Tights, leggings, legwarmers, bodysuits, flowy skirts, soft sweaters, layers, boots, scarves....swoon. I remember the first day I decided I wanted to dress like her, I told Kevin that day at work, went home put together a dancer-esque outfit with pieces I already owned. I wore black leggings, black round toe platform pumps, a flowy white babydoll dress with a soft cardigan over it and a long scarf wrapped around my neck.  I remember walking into work and Kevin laughing and clapping because I really did come to work dressed like dancer :-)  It wasn't as cool as Nora, but I did the best with what I had. Sorry for the history lesson but just had to share where and when my love for this all begin...

This morning I decided I needed to set the mood for the day, so I popped in Step Up while folding laundry.  It did the trick! (Plus, it never hurts to start your day off with a little Channing Tatum...hottie!)
Wearing gray pumps, black legwarmers, vintage skirt, old tank and cardigan, H&M infinity scarf and vintage jewelry.

Total cost of outfit: about $60

Happy Happy Friday!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Caped

Hi Everyone!  Sorry for the lack in posts lately, I kind of took a little holiday/birthday break from blogging.  But I'm back and showing off my fabulous thrifted navy cape I just purchased over the weekend!  Jenna and I celebrated my birthday a day early and spent Sunday eating brunch, drinking mimosas, thrift shopping, and just having some quality best friend sista time...and it was such a great day!

My man and I both took off Monday (my 28th birthday!!) and enjoyed a lazy day around the house, then met my parents to see Morning Glory, followed by dinner at Zia's.  It is my all-time favorite Italian restaurant here in St. Louis.  If you ever get a chance to go, be sure to order the Baked Ravioli, its my favorite! 

Wearing thrifted cape, old F21 leggings and tunic, and vintage belt and jewelry.

Total cost of outfit: about $60

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend!  I'm so excited the holiday season is upon us!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Starting the birthday celebration early....

Hope everyone had a beautiful holiday with family and friends!  We had a wonderful Thanksgiving and we have so many things to be thankful for this year!

Its Black Friday so I'm just doing a quick post so I can get back to work...

Took these pictures on my grandparent's deck yesterday after our delicious turkey dinner.  My birthday is the 29th of this month, but I got to start the celebration a little early with a gift from my grandparents.  They just got back from a cruise and picked up this fabulous sash/scarf for me in the Bahamas.  Its so fun!  I threw it on with my outfit as a scarf/necklace, but I also plan on wearing around my hips and also as a swimsuit coverup.  So many options!

Gifted sash worn with Walmart leggings, old slouch brown boots, GAP tank, vintage draped jacket and vintage jewelry.

Total cost of outfit: about $100

Gotta run!!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Crushing

We all know how much I love this knit hat, as it has been featured on this blog too many times to count.  Well, apparently I'm crushing on these boots right now.  I found them on clearance at Marshals years ago.  I've worn them consistently over the years, but lately I just can't seem to get enough.  The color is perfect for fall and I love where they hit on my leg.

Anyway....

Today I'm wearing vintage jewelry and dress from tag*, thrifted hat and belt, and old boots from Marshals.

Total cost of outfit: about $25

*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

I'm doing a bunch of updating today.  Updating blogs, the website, Facebook, etc.  I've been so busy with new merchandise and finding places to put it all that I haven't had a lot of time for other store-related projects lately.  So today is the day to play catch-up!

Picking Kevin up after work and bringing him home with me for an Ugly Betty slumber party at my house!  We're exiling Ryan to the basement with a new video game so we can take over the family room with Ugly Betty Season 1 Disc 2, frozen pizza, red wine, blankets and a fire in the fireplace.  Can't wait!

Happy Wednesday!!

P.S. I know I mention the store all the time in this blog, so I'm going to post some pictures soon.  Stay tuned....

Queen Catherine

Every time I come across an image of Ms. Catherine Baba, I am reminded of what fashion is truly about.  Its about creating your own style, being creative and having fun with fashion.  Far too many people out there either take fashion too seriously or just don't care at all.  The always fabulous Ms. Baba is the perfect example of having fun, taking risks and staying true to yourself, all the while making it look effortless. 
(For those who are not familiar with her, Catherine Baba is a freelance stylist and consultant for a number of fashion houses and designers.)

I woke up a little blah this morning and instead of just throwing on the easiest thing, which is what I wanted to do, I turned to Queen Catherine for inspiration...

This fabulous sheer cape-like top came into the store yesterday and I just had to have it for myself.  So amazing!  I wasn't in the mood to even try for a cute outfit today, but then decided that's exactly what I needed to kick my butt into gear!  I paired my great new vintage piece with liquid leggings and animal print strappy heels. I went with big jewelry and pulled back hair to complete the look.

Wearing vintage top, F21 liquid leggings and heels, vintage and random jewelry.

Total cost of outfit: about $45

Happy Friday!!

xoxo - Laney Mae

a turban, vest and bells....

Ah, I can't believe its 5 o'clock already! I'm running out of time in my day...so much to do so little time. I'm usually off on Tuesday evenings, but I went to Kansas City over the weekend for a surprise engagement party for Ryan's brother and fiance. (A bonfire engagment party at her parent's house! Soo much fun!)Kevin worked the store for me like the rockstar that he is, which leaves me to close tonight. Even with being here all day, I STILL can't get it all done! But can't complain that the store is doing so well its keeping me busy :) If you're in the area come on by and check us out at 6314 Delmar!

Anyway, moving on...

I just couldn't resist pairing my awesome thrifted vintage vest with my new amazing bell bottoms.  They just seemed like the perfect combo today.  Threw on the turban headband at the last minute because the outfit just didn't seem complete.

Wearing F21 tunic tank, old UO cardigan, thrifted vintage vest, my favorite Seven For All Mankind bell bottoms, Payless boots, random turban headband, and vintage jewelry.

Total cost of outfit: about $200

Hope everyone is having a great day!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Bell Bottom Bliss

Meet my new pair of bell bottom jeans!  I know its probably not that exciting for you guys, but I am so pumped about these bad boys!  I have been on the hunt for the perfect pair of bell bottoms for years now...and have a stack of not-so-perfect pairs in my closet to prove it.  I've had my eye on this particular pair for awhile now, and am so happy I finally have them!  Its the little things in life :-) 

And Mom looked so darn cute (again) today that I just had to share her look too!

On Laney:

Vintage blouse and jewelry from tag, thrifted Bebe faux fur vest, old random belt, Seven for All Mankind bell bottoms, and Payless boots

Total cost of outfit: about $150

On Mom:

Jeggings (yeah, that's right, I said jeggings! Go Mom!) from Kohl's, old H&M button down, thrifted blazer, vintage/random jewelry, old cute flats probably from Marshalls or TJ Maxx

Total cost of outfit: about $50

That's all for now...

xoxo - Laney Mae

I like the way your sparkling earrings lay

I like the way your sparkling earrings lay

against your skin, its so brown

and I wanna sleep with you

in the desert tonight

with a billion stars all around.

-Eagles

Another Tuesday, another reason to smile :-)

I picked something up from the tailor today that I'm super excited to wear (and share) tomorrow!  So stay tuned....

Today I'm wearing a vintage dress from tag*, thrifted Bebe faux fur vest, thrifted cowboy boots, vintage/random jewelry, and my fabulous Native American earrings gifted to me from my parents.

Total cost of outfit: about $35

*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

Off at 4 today, making a few quick stops after leaving the store, and then home for a pizza party with the Big Guy and our pup, complete with movies and a fire.

Happy Happy Tuesday!!!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Saturday

Another busy day at the store so Mom, being the awesome Mom that she is, came down to help me out for a few hours.  We were busy helping people with last minute costumes, which is just so much fun!  Lots of great costumes, and I love the people who take the time to piece together the perfect costume versus just going and buying a prepackaged one.  A few of my personal favorites we've helped put together for customers this Halloween season...

Cruella DeVille

Yoko Ono

Strawberry Shortcake

Sonny and Cher

Cleopatra

Jack Nicholson in The Shining

Penny Lane

Hope everyone has a fun and safe Halloween!

Today I'm wearing a vintage dress and necklace from tag*, thrifted belt and boots from Marshalls.

Total cost of outfit: about $40

*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

Trick or Treat!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Dark star crashes, pouring its light into ashes

Up close and personal...

It FINALLY feels like October here in St. Louis!  We have had an unseasonably warm fall and, while I should never complain about warm gorgeous weather, I have definitely been missing my fall temperatures.  So this morning when I went to walk my pup and it actually felt like October outside I couldn't have been happier :-)
So layers, flannel, fur and boots was my outfit plan for the day.  Wearing thrifted vintage boyscout shorts, GAP tank, vintage flannel and fur vest from tag*, gifted vintage boots, and vintage and random jewelry.
Total cost of outfit: about $35
*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my awesome vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri
Heading down to The Pageant for the Dark Star concert tomorrow night with some friends!  Can't wait to rock out to a little Grateful Dead and to dance the night away...
xoxo - Laney Mae

Busy Busy

The boots...

Mom looking fantastic as always...

Sorry for the lack of posts lately!  We are a bit overwhelmed at the store right now...so much new merchandise to go through and get out on the floor!! 

Quick post today of yesterday's outfits.  I'm wearing a vintage skirt from tag*, random tee, H&M circle scarf, old boots from Marshalls and thrifted double-wrap belt.

Total cost of outfit: about $50

Not sure about everything Mom's wearing, but do know she's wearing vintage jewelry from tag* and a thrifted skirt.

*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

Happy Wednesday!!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Copycat

So I came across this picture on one of my favorite fashion blogs awhile ago. I kept going back to look at it over and over again because I was in awe of how this adorable girl made a country square dancing dress look so fashionable.

The Inspiration...

(photo from http://www.thesartorialist.com/)

Then one day a country square dancing dress came into the store and every time I looked at it made me think of the girl above.  I put it out on the rack for awhile, but finally decided I had to at least give it a try.

The Outfit...

Think it turned out pretty cute!  I definitely used her for inspiration this time, but next time I will figure out a way to rock it differently.

Wearing vintage dress and belt, Payless boots, vintage and random jewelry.

Total cost of outfit: about $40

I heard on the radio this morning that people consider Tuesday to be the most depressing day of the week...well, I happen to love Tuesdays!  I've got my mom and Kev at the store helping me today, lots and lots to do!  Then Ry and I are having Jenna, her husband Lance, her parents and her brother Jarrett (who happens to also be my BFF) over for dinner tonight.  We are celebrating Jenna and Lance moving back to St. Louis, and we are saying farewell to Jarrett who is moving to New Orleans this weekend.  I'm so looking forward to seeing them all tonight!

So....HAPPY TUESDAY, EVERYONE!!!

xoxo - Laney Mae

Rompin' Around

I'm struggling with this transitional weather we're having here in St. Louis.  The temperatures are a bit warm for fall but all I want to wear is fall outfits. So I grabbed this summery romper and tried to figure out a way to make it work for October.  I paired it with my tough black boots and studded belt for some contrast to the floral print and light material.  I think it turned out pretty rockin! 

Wearing vintage romper, Payless boots, old GAP blazer and random studded belt.

Total cost of outfit: about $45

Happy Monday!!!

xoxo - Laney Mae 

Beautiful Day

The weather is beautiful here in St. Louis, my mom was at the store helping me today, we've had lots of great fun customers in shopping here at tag*, and its Friday!! 

Life is good :-)

Wearing Target tunic/dress, boots from ebay and vintage jewelry.

Total cost of outfit: about $50

*tag - Timeless Authentic Garments - my vintage shop in The Loop, University City, Missouri

Wishing everyone a beautiful, fun-filled (and safe) weekend!

xoxo - Laney Mae