Holiday Relaxation...Happy 4th of July!!!

Striking in Stripes

 (Dress-Taylor, avail at Lord & Taylor; Pumps- Jessica Simpson; Necklace & Bangles- H&M; Earrings- Ebay)

With the insanely hot weather that we've been experiencing lately, it has also provided a challenge in what to wear to work (especially, when you have a conservative dress code...a little exposure of the shoulders never hurt anyone!).

So, with me being the bargain hunter that I am, I could not pass up this strinkingly striped dress by Taylor (sadly, it's not vintage or thrifted, but still FAB & over 50% off the orig price). Once I saw it, I started to visualize how I would style it...my Jessica Simpson Royal Blue suede pumps would be perfect. But I'm not a fan of being matchy matchy so I had to throw in something unexpected....so in comes the neon accessories (oh how i am right on trend with the stripes & neon, and still somewhat work appropriate..a pashmina will cover those pesky arms while i am inside the office).

Enjoy :)

luv jones

Inspired

(Pants-Zara; Pumps- Boutique 9; Blouse-Kate Hill, Lord & Taylor;Cuff Bracelet-Pink Accessories Store, NYC; Blazer-Thrifted; Earrings-Ebay; Scarves-Thrifted)

One of my favorite celebs is Solange Knowles. I think that all around she has great style, along with an awesome personality! In regards to her style, I love her knack for mixing prints & colors, and just making everything look so cool & effortless. So I decided to take a little style inspiration from her and put together a work appropriate outfit!

Enjoy! 

luv jones

In the Jungle

(Dress- Thrifted; Earrings- Ebay; Belt- Strawberry; Bangles- Forever 21; Pumps-Boutique 9; Lipstick-CoverGirl Queen Collection)

As an avid thrifter (or better yet addictive thrifter), I have many thrifted pieces of clothing that seem to get lost in my closet just like the item above. I bought this dress awhile ago and never got around to wearing it until a couple of my friends and I decided to have a "Totally 80's" theme day.

 I could have easily have went the route of brights, or neon colors, but I decided to think outside of the box, and go with what a working woman (hopefully in the fashion industry) would have worn. I'm sure someone out there wore this dress back in the 80's and if not, at least I would have worn it (with my collar popped, shoulder pads & red lipstick!)
 Enjoy!
luv jones

NYC Store Spotlight: No Relation Vintage

Good Day My Fashionable Friends!

Today is Store Spotlight Day where I will let you in on one of my fave stores, be it vintage, thrift or a new boutique! And we start with NO RELATION VINTAGE IN NYC. This has become my absolute fave vintage store in NYC. The prices are cheap for a NYC vintage store which I can't complain about and they happen to have a sister store in Brooklyn! I hope you will check it out!
Enjoy :)
luv jones

Store Name: No Relation Vintage

Location: 204 1st Ave (btwn E. 12th & E. 13th) 

Phone: 212.228.5201

Store Hours: M-TH 1-8pm; Fri 1-9pm; Sat 12-9pm; Sun 12-8pm

Return or Exchange Policy: No 

Credit Cards Accepted: Yes

Average Price: $15-$30

Assortment: Men's and Women's Clothing, Shoes & Accessories

Must Have Items: 70's & 80's Dresses; 80's Tees & Tanks; Vintage Adidas;  Leather & Fur Coats & Jackets; Men's Button Down Shirts; Western Inspired Boots; Sequined Clothing

LUV JONES FIND: A VINTAGE MULTICOLORED SEQUINED BLAZER

*Styling Tip*: If you want to keep it simple, then pair with a solid colored tee or silk blouse, and form fitting bottoms  to balance out the blazer OR if you want to be bold, then you can wear a printed top and/or bottom, just stay within the color palette of the jacket (blue ,pink, gold, etc)

Welcome and Enjoy!

Welcome to My Vintage Luv Jones!

Many of my friends know that I'm a lover of fashion especially vintage and thrift store finds. There's something about finding that one of a kind item that will make you stand out in the crowd. I live for the times when you leave your local Salvation Army with a bag full of clothes that only cost $20-$30 dollars (I am a serious budget shopper)! So, I decided to start this blog to share my love of these precious finds with other fashion lovers; show you how to style vintage and thrift store pieces with items from your current closet (since I am a Wardrobe Stylist & Image Consultant); and let you in on some of my fave stores...amongst many other fashionable topics!!!!