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Tuesday, October 1st kicked off Phoenix Fashion Week with their annual “Fashionably Pink Celebrity Fashion Show.” Local celebrities from all over Arizona were there to support the cause. The show this year benefited “Don’t be a Chump, Check for a Lump,”and helped raise money for local breast cancer research and treatment with the support of celebrities and the local community. Brittany Dawn Brannon kicked off the show as host of Phoenix Fashion Week. The show was held at Domus Luxury Apartments; a new contemporary complex that is close to being open.

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Miss Arizona 2013, Rachel Massie

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Couture in the Suburbs, Lindsay Viker

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Good Morning Arizona, 3TV, Yetta Gibson

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Right This Minute, Beth Troutman

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Fox 10 News, Kristen Keogh

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Sonoran Living, Terri Oulette

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The Agency Model

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Designer Michelle Hebert with Yetta Gibson wearing her design

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Runway pictures were provided by Dan Tabar Photography.

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Ro

Envy By Khanh’s Spring 2014 collection is sexy, bold and a true statement piece. Each and every one of his pieces in his collection are so very unique and colorful and are sure to standout on any runway.

I was the stylist for his show and had a blast backstage with lots of laughs, jokes and running around all over the Venue of Scottsdale. I thought it would be fun to do a “behind the scenes,” blog post opposed to just posting the runway pictures. The amazing Morgan McLane Photography took all of the backstage photos to give you a look at what “REALLY” goes on behind the scenes and she did a perfect job capturing all of the funny moments backstage.

Fittings, hair styles, make up and jewelry all go into play backstage while pulling looks for each model. All of the jewelry on the runway this year was from Hearts that is based here in Arizona. Hearts products are a synergy between artisan strengths and the natural materials the environment provides, along with the love and collaboration of their amazing design and style team. Each design is unique and exclusive to Hearts and looked absolutley fabulous on the runway. All runway photos of the models are provided by the talented DesertRose Images.

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Hope you enjoyed the behind the scene look backstage with designer and friend Envy By Khanh! I will be posting all of the amazing pictures to my Facebook Page <3

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Ro

For all of your fashion tips, tricks and finds check out Your Life A to Z Monday through Saturday from 10am to 11am on 3TV (Arizona). This fashion tip is talking vintage at Vintage By Misty my favorite vintage boutique in Arizona! Enjoy!

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I have lived in Arizona my entire life and I have never been to the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix. So this morning my family and I took a little stroll through the beautiful garden.

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It’s fall but it is still 90 degrees outside, so I wanted to wear something that was cool and comfortable. My “go to” comfortable yet fashionable outfit is a romper because it is easy to slip on and looks put together. I love the fun ruffle flair on the bottom of the romper shorts, it gives it a real girly look. I paired this look with patent leather nude flats (perfect for walking) but if you want to dress up this look for evening wear, I would pair this romper with nude stilettos, a boyfriend blazer and a gold clutch.

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Michael Kors Sunglasses. Mint Gold Earrings. Romper (not the exact one). Juicy Couture Bracelet (not the exact one). Michael Kors Watch

Happy Sunday!

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Ro

This past weekend I styled a shoot for Loin Cloth here in Arizona. Based in Hollywood, CA, LoinCloth Los Angeles is a lifestyle apparel brand who aims to provide original clothing to the young and ambitious. The brand’s purpose is to highlight the joys and tribulations of pursuing a dream. What started with just an idea and -$143 in the bank, has grown into a brand that equips driven individuals with the quality and comfort they need to take on life’s obstacles. With “A Penny and A Plan” as its motto, LoinCloth Los Angeles continues to see through limitations and reach for the next level.

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The two behind the brand: Sam Mascaro and Clary Ryan

Their collection is very colorful and hip and has changed my view on men’s casual wear in a fun and and floral print way. Loin Cloth will be debuting their collection at Phoenix Fashion Week this October. Make sure to get your tickets because this is going to be a MUST SEE show! Special thanks to my models for the shoot, Mat Tondreau and Dimi Augustin.

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Ro

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I officially got “sugared,” at Sugar Sugar in the Scottsdale Promenade and I loved it! If you are new to “sugaring” you are not alone; I was a little skeptical going into it because I am not a fan of hot wax because it is hot and just plain uncomfortable. Sugaring is an ancient art of hair removal that was popular thousands of years ago in Egypt, Greece and Mesopotamia. Rediscovered ancient arts often are found to be the most effective methods, and this is clearly the case with sugaring. The technique is not commonly available because it’s a true art that takes much practice to perfect and all of the Sugar Sugar estheticians are highly trained sugarist-artists! I was very pleased with the result, I felt as if I was getting a mini massage on my legs while she was waxing them (nothing like hot waxing, I would practically hold my breath the entire time waiting for it to be over). After the treatment was over, they gave me a small bag of Hungarian Mud to soak my legs in and it felt very soothing. You can say that I am a happy camper!

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Not only does Sugar Sugar specialize in all natural sugaring but they also specialize in natural facials! I haven’t had one yet but I can’t wait to try it out! Surprisingly I have never had a “all natural,” facial before and I am excited to see what the difference is. I am also excited to announce that I am teaming up with Sugar Sugar to offer all of my blog readers and clients a discount for their first visit. When you call to make an appointment or walk in, make sure to tell them that you heard about them from my blog!

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Ro

My weekend was full of eating out, shopping and spending time with my sister in law (who is in town from Oregon!). So what better way to share the weekend together than taking blog pictures after shopping! This look is a casual hipster look that can be worn on a casual day when you want to look cute but feel comfortable!

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Cross Necklace: Charming Charlie
Geek Shirt: Wet Seal
Floral Top: Wet Seal
Jean Shorts: Nordstrom
Camelback Mountain Clutch (made locally in Arizona): Block and Battaglia
Bracelets: Nordstrom

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From left to right
1. Words to live by in the world of fashion
2. Love this new high waist pencil skirt
3. Reality Show shoot (what an amazing experience)
4. Garment District Show
5. Yetta and myself at Garment District
6. Michelle Hebert Shoot (behind the scenes)
7. Staycation with my hubby
8. Zombie shoot location (stay tuned)
9. Client shopping consult
10. <3
11. LOVE these new BCBG shoes from Macy’s
12. Makeup time
13. Ja’ire International Couture shoot
14. Duh!
15. Healthy lunch
16. Labor Day weekend with amazing family and friends:)

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Ro

Colorful, sexy, sleek and confident; those are the words that come to mind when I think of the Ja’ire International Couture and their amazing collection. Based in Los Angles, CEO Nekia Hattley and COO Ja’ire Hattley are sisters and very passionate about their brand. They describe their brand as wearable art; stunning fashion for the person who wants to be seen, admired and desired. Each piece is innovatively designed promoting individualism, art, and fantasy.  It’s funk meets art meets couture. To see more of their collection stay tuned for Phoenix Fashion Week in October!

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Nekia Hattley and Ja’ire Hattley

This was such a fun shoot, I worked with the fabulous make-up artist Janae Shields, the talented hair stylist Shanae Hughes and beautiful model Whitney Nelson.

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Special thanks to my style team and amazing husband for helping me put this shoot together!

Happy Labor day and style on ladies and gents!

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Ro

My new obsession at the moment is my Camelback Mountain, Block and Battaglia clutch! So obsessed that I put together an entire outfit around it! I am an Arizona native so as soon as I saw this clutch, I knew I had to have it! This is an actual picture of Camelback Mountain taken by the designer Christine Battaglia! Battaglia lives in Arizona with her son and boyfriend and is a full time real estate agent. When she’s not selling houses she is creating works of art.

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Christine Battaglia, Designer

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Earrings: Vince Camuto
Blazer: BCBG
High-waist black shorts: (had these jeans for years but here are some like it) Etsy
Cropped boots: Vince Camuto

Block and Battaglia clutch was also spotted with none other than Busy Phillips, perhaps best known for her supporting roles on the television series Freaks and Geeks, Dawson’s Creek and Cougar Town.

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Make sure to check out Block and Battaglia

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Ro