"She falls into frame with a professional pout" - Siouxsie and the Banshees

Meet Ashley

RSP: Best bargain…fashion wise?
Ash: Consignment shops are the way to go.

RSP: Which fashion designers or runway trends influence your overall look?

Ash: I gain inspiration and ideas from the runway trends of designers like Alexander Wang and Miu Miu. I’ve always appreciated the sophisticated looks of Prada however; I prefer a little more funk and edge then classic sophistication. I gravitate more towards neutral and basic pieces which can be layered for different desired looks; I feel Alexander Wang understands this and has created amazing clothing and looks just for me and my closet!

Ashley is all about vintage. (Above) Ash is wearing a 70's hippie white embroidered oaxacan mexican mini dress and American Apparel knee highs.

Vintage 60's mod paisley twiggy shift mini dress.

Wearing another vintage embroidered mini and American Apparel knee highs.


Looking for quality vintage pieces like Ashley wears? Ashley shops American Archive.

Can't get enought of Ashley? Find out more about her and the rest of the Rich, Skinny, Pretty girls here.

xoxo

Nacole

"I spend my time just thinking, thinking, thinking about you," - Black Eyed Peas

Meet Kelly

RSP: Who’s your favorite model?

Kell: Agnes Deyn.

RSP: Who are your fashion icons?

Kell: Edie Sedgwick, Sienna Miller, Kate Moss, and Sid Vicious.

RSP: What are you drinking?

Kell: Whiskey diet. Word.

RSP: Finish this sentence: “I Wish…"

Kell: I lived in Ireland and was in an awesome band. And that my cat could come with.

Kelly is wearing a LNA skirt and Free People "bat wing" top and Free People studded belt. Free People braided "antique" bracelet and layered vintage bracelets.
Jeffery Campbell "Dana" flats.
Vintage Criss glasses and ESQ watch.


Want to be featured on RichSkinnyPretty.com? Email richskinnypretty@gmail.com.

xoxo
Nacole

Interview with a Riviera Magazine editorial assistant

Meet Meredith

Ever wonder what you would find inside of a girl's closet who lived and breathed the fashion industry? Or which fashion designers influence her look? Well, former model, Meredith Hattam of Riviera Magazine is giving RichSkinnyPretty.com an inside look. Find out what inspires her personal style.

RSP. What is your current position in the fashion industry? (Feel free to include previous experience as well).
Right now, I'm the editorial assistant for Riviera Magazine. We get to cover everything from local trends and designers to book deals and nightlife...it's quite fun :) Before that, I dabbled in modeling a bit, traveling to N.Y. for 4 months with a really great agency and meeting some of the coolest people I know, only to find that it wasn't for me. I've found that I like being behind the scenes of things better...having complete creative freedom is totally empowering.

RSP. Which fashion designers or runway trends influence your overall look?
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE (as does everyone else) Christophe Decarnin for Balmain, and also Phillip Lim's girly, effortlessly chic aesthetic. Alexander Wang is cool as well. As far as runway trends go, I tend to lean towards fashion's comfort food of choice - black. My closet is completely black, navy, gray and tan...I really need to lighten up!

RSP. What is your most prized fashion possession?
A white leather Marc Jacobs bag that was a gift for my four year anniversary. Unfortunately, I don't do too well with white...it already needs to be cleaned. Sigh. I am experiencing some serious shoe-gret, however, after passing up an $80 pair of Giuseppe Zanotti booties last month. D'oh!

RSP. What can we find in your closet????
Being a college student, I'm all about cheap chic...I love H&M, Zara, Mango, and vintage finds. I wish we had Top Shop in SD, but I just don't see it happening. Lots of black and long cardigans/jackets, and also lots of scarves. I love to wear a simple outfit with a funky statement necklace...my fave local designers for awesome bijoux are Micha Designs or Para Sentir.

RSP. In your opinion what is the biggest fashion faux pas???
Going overboard with trends. If you're going to wear something super trendy (see: leggings or faux glasses), tone down the rest of your outfit. Just be yourself! You can't go wrong with simplicity. Also, I've only seen this in CA, but ladies, why the skunk hair? It's way unattractive.

xoxo

Nacole

"She's Got Style."

Everyday girls with eveyday style have been submitting photos to RichSkinnyPretty.com in hopes to have their personal style featured. This month we are highlighting Ashley B. of North County San Diego, Lauren of New York City, and Ashley L. of Northpark.

Do you think you have a unique style that would inspire others? Send photos of yourself wearing one of your favorite styled looks including accessories and brands to richskinnypretty@gmail.com and you may be the next RSP girl!

Ashley is wearing a Hurley flannel, Billabong shorts, Steve Madden boots and a vintage braided belt.

Lauren is wearing a Top Shop London dress, Top Shop London earrings and a Lia Sophia bracelet.

Ashley is wearing a Spanish Moss Vintage romper and vintage sunglasses.

Can't wait to see who will be featured next month? It could be you!

xoxo

Nacole

Have You Met the Girls of Rich Skinny Pretty Yet?

RichSkinnyPretty.com is a fashion blog that displays individual style, highlights fashion trends, influential fashion designers and features must-have brands.

Fashion and style is not only found on the runways of Paris, the A-List parties in New York, or on the red carpets of LA. It’s found all around you- at your local coffee shop or dive bar. I am inspired all the time by every day women. Style is in our everyday lives, with everyday people.

RSP follows four main girls, each with a different idea of style. You’ll meet Kelly, Rachael, Ashley and Jamie, each with their own unique look and style. You don't have to worry about asking "What brand is that?" Each post comes complete with what each girl is wearing! Come back each week for fresh new looks!

Do you have a favorite? Does Kell just embody the style you love or is it Ash who inspires you? Leave comments and let RichSkinnyPretty.com know who your favorite is!

Meet Jamie.

Meet Ashley.

SHE'S GOT STYLE…

Each month we’ll feature a new girl, and it could be YOU! Do you think you have a unique style that would inspire others? Send photos of yourself wearing one of your favorite styled looks including accessories and brands to richskinnypretty@gmail.com and you may be the next RSP girl!

Meet Rachael.

Meet Kelly.

xoxo,

Nacole

Interview with Fashion Stylist Mahjuba Levine

Meet Mahjuba Levine.

RichSkinnyPretty.com gives you an inside look to the women who live and breathe the fashion industry! We feature bi-monthly interviews with fashion models, stylists, and fashion magazine editors who will answer the questions you really want to know, like what their fave fashion possession is or what you can find inside of their closet.

RSP: What is your current position in the fashion industry? (Feel free to include previous experience as well).
Mahjuba: My current position in the fashion industry is a Fashion and Wardrobe Stylist and Owner/Operator of Closet Therapy (A personal wardrobe service).I have been in the Fashion Industry for over 15 years. My early experiences include working as photo assistant, merchandise/window display for Nordstrom, Personal Shopper at the Exclusive Fifth Ave Club at Saks Fifth Avenue.

RSP: Which fashion designers or runway trends influence your overall look?
Mahjuba: The Fashion Designers that personally influence my overall look are Yves St Laurent, Balenciaga, Giambattista Valli, John Galliano, Lanvin, Marchesa, Veronique Branquinho, I research their trends and shows on Style.Com. Theses particular designers are my to go to fashion experts on trends and style influence of the season. You can always count on them to have the most edgy and fashion forward styles.

(Styled; BEBE ad campaign)

RSP: What is the biggest TREND or MUST- HAVE ITEM for fall?
Mahjuba: I believe everyone has their own sense of style and will translate their must haves differently. For me it will be bold jewelry. I love statement jewelry with simple dresses and tanks. I think it is a fun way to be creative and expressive. You can be as bold as you want with a fabulous necklace or keep it simple with sweet earrings. The great thing is you can always change them easily.

(Styled; Vogue magazine)

RSP: What is your most prized fashion possession?

Mahjuba: My most prized fashion possession is probably my Marc Jacobs handbag with the chunky buckles. It is outdated now but it was the hottest thing when it came out years ago. I plan on saving it for vintage use in the future. I also love my Fendi Aligator 1920's inspired peep toe shoes. More like a piece of artwork, they are gorgeous to look at.

RSP: What can we find in your closet? Please include specific items, accessories and brands.
Mahjuba: In my closet right now you will find a lot of white and grey t'shirts! This past year, I have been really into simplicity. You will find long t's, short t's and tank tops galore. I love layering these under dresses, with skinny jeans and leggings, and pairing them with great fitted jackets or vests. Once you get past that you will find a ton of dresses. I am a dress addict. I LOVE dresses. My dress collection includes dresses from Zac Posen, Prada, Splendid, Milly, Veronique Branquino, Ella Moss, Vintage to H&M. Besides lots of dresses, I also love fabulous shoes.I will buy at least 2 good quiality brand names a season. This season I bought a black satin pair of Louboutins and strappy feminine gladiator silver/gold Prada heels. They are not trendy and can be worn with a lot of different looks.

RSP: In your opinion what is the biggest fashion faux pas???

Mahjuba: In my opinion the biggest fashion faux pas is not wearing clothes that fit the body right, especially jeans. I don't care if you spent $250 on a pair of jeans when your tummy is rolling out of it and muffin top is in full effect, that is not a good look for ANYONE. There are so many great options and women should really take the time to accentuate their best feature.

Find out more about Mahjuba at http://mahjuba.com/

xoxo,

Nacole

I Wish They All Could Be California Girls. The West Coast Has the Sunshine and the Girls Get So Tanned." - The Beach Boys

Meet Ashley

RSP: What do you do in your spare time?

Ash: In my free time I like to paint, read, spend time with my man and doggie, ride my bike, fly kites, roller skate, driving the coast with my windows down, bowl, hang out with friends and shop.

RSP: What are a few of your vices?

Ash: Coffee. And I can’t get enough M & M’s.

Ashley is wearing an American Apparel shirt and

8 dollar sunglasses purchased at a street fair.

True Religion denim.

Converse.

Layered bracelets collected from travels in Europe.

Love Ashley? Want to find out more? Everything you want to know is here:
http://meetthegirlsofrichskinnypretty.blogspot.com

xoxo,

Nacole