Apology

Dear readers of my blog:

I am writing you all a sincere apology in regards towards my last post. I have been absent for some time due to a family emergency. I am not going to lie to you, my grandmother was admitted into the hospital just days prior to Christmas, she had a heart attack. After her visit with the doctor, they described her heart attack as a complication from a clot within her atrium, both sides. The left filled with 90% and the right about 75%. They then scheduled an immediate triple by-pass surgery. Fortunately, my grandmother came out of the surgery very well and soon started to breath on her own.

I am lucky to have her in my life and it makes me think of all of the things that I take for granted. You see, I haven't seen my grandmother in about three years, so it broke my heart when I heard about this troubling news. I now want to no longer take things for granted, experience all that I can, and spend as much time with my family. I miss them so.

I felt that you needed to know this because I have been absent for some time. I apologize for this.

On a lighter note, my grandmother is doing well, and I will be posting my next post tomorrow.

I also wish you all a happy new year and hope that you all keep in good health along with your loved ones. XO

12 Days of Christmas

Tis the season by kimmi miao featuring Pour La Victoire boots

Items in this set:
Pour La Victoire Adriane Ankle Boots Red
7.5' Purple Ashley Pre-Lit Purple Artificial Tree Sale Items –..., $15
background - Black City
estrela

In the spirit of Christmas, I will be posting my 12 days of Christmas wishes with fashionable accessories and clothing for a great price, starting on Sunday the 13th! Also, I will be giving away an amazing vintage treasure from my collection. Stay tuned for further details. xo

Midnight Russian

Throughout the day of purchasing coffee, food and the occasional window shopping... I received comments from random individuals asking if I were traveling to the Alps today! So, I felt that not only the simple but cute black on black outfit was worthy of a photo shoot, but the hat just needed to be in the spot light. It's so funny how a mothers random purchase of warmth for her daughter in a bitter city could make such a fashionable statement. Thanks for the contribution mom! xo

Where: 6th and Grant, Pittsburgh PA

When: December 2nd

What:
Faux Fur Hat: Target
Scarf from: Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent
Jacket: H&M
Leggings and Tights: American Apparel
Boots: Vintage

Photography: Sam Seddon

Miao Lust

Dorthy... there's no place like Rolling Stone Vintage. These wild sequin vintage stilettos are just enough of the 80's look without looking like a technicolor design from hell and only for $68.00. They are super cute and I must have them. I also must add that this site has a snazzy collection of shoes, accessories and clothing from all different areas of vintage. Hello Christmas Shopping list!

Photo taken from: Rolling Stone Vintage
Follow them on Twitter for all their new product updates: rsvintage

Look of the Week: Daily

Who:
Shirt/Dress: Metropark
Leather Jacket: Express
Leggings: American Apparel
Boots: Chinese Laundry at Macy's

Where:
Just a lovely day of shooting at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh for another photo shoot for a great Southside treasure called Fig Leaf. I wanted to feel comfortable, but still have that professional look with my personality into it. So I paired a snazzy cotton shirt dress with a leather jacket and studded leather booties to spice up the outfit.








Photography: Sam Seddon

Rock & Republic

Who: Rock&Republic black studded ankle boots

Where: The Art Institute of Pittsburgh studio

Why: These boots are simple and edgy on their own, I thought that comparing it with a vintage leather jacket may just give it that look that it needed. However, I also think that pairing these boots with a simple cotton dress and a long black jacket could also work for this season. xoxo

Photography by Sam Seddon

Jimmy Choo for H&M

So... although I live in Pittsburgh PA, where our H&M did not get to be blessed with the Jimmy Choo collaboration, I had a little helper aka my boyfriend purchase a pair of fantastic shoes from on of the H&M stores located in Manhattan NY. I love these shoes and can't wait to wear them! Here is a sneak peak of the shoe, when I wear them, their will be many more pictures posted. If anyone has any ideas on styling, please feel free to let me know your thoughts! xo









Jimmy Choo for H&M Photo: from http://thefashionator.ivillage.com

Samantha Seddon!

Specializing in conceptual and fashion works with an artistic edge, Samantha Seddon is a talented and brilliant artist when it comes to her take on fashion and photography. Sam, and I have collaborated together to create our mark within the fashion photography world.
Check her out on: a http://samseddonphoto.daportfolio.com/about

Ambiance Boutique Shoot

Have you ever dreamed of going into a cute boutique in hopes of finding that great designer piece at an affordable price? Well, stop dreaming! Ambiance Boutique, a cute shop that carries new and consignment designer clothing, offer great deals on some one of a kind finds, and supporting a cause. They are a wholly owned subsidiary of Bethlehem Haven, a nonprofit organization that supports homeless women, all the proceeds go directly towards Bethlehem Haven mission of providing homeless women with the housing support that they need to be sufficient.

They have three locations, one in Oakmont, Regent Square, and Lawrenceville, all amazing, unique and offer certain treasures at each location; the Lawrenceville location offers menswear! You can check out their product and information from their website: http://www.ambianceboutique.com





Kimmi Miao:
Vintage Mink Hat: $45.00
Charcoal Red Cropped Jacket: $33.75
Charm Necklace: $18.85
Limited yellow blouse: $7.50
J Brand black skinny jean: $30.00



Ellen is wearing:
Gold clip hoop earrings: $14.00
rope belt with gold leaf: $8.00
brown vintage purse: $30.00
Tory Burch Dress: $71.25
Marc Fisher boots: $45.00



Ellen (left) & Kimmi Miao (right)
Ellen:
Save the Queen multi-top: $45.00
Gap jeans: $12.00
red leather boots: $40.00
gold circle belt: $9.00
turquoise bead necklace: $16.00

Kimmi Miao:
Gold earrings: $10.00
Gold chain flower necklace: $12.00
St. John pink vest: $70.00
Black Cavalli shirt: $33.00

Saturday: Black Shoot

So, this shoot was actually suppose to be look-of-the-week, however, it just came out so awesome that we had to make it into a photo shoot.

The Trunk Show

This site will be up and running in two weeks, November 19th! xoxo