Tuesday, July 22, 2014

My Style // Rock N' Roll Gypsy


My Style: Rock N' Roll Gypsy // Bubby and Bean
My Style: Rock N' Roll Gypsy // Bubby and Bean

I'm going to cut to the chase and admit that this outfit is kind of elaborate for me, at least in comparison to what I normally wear.  Although I love the whole rock n' roll revival/outlaw country/boho gypsy biker thing that's big right now, I'm lazy and simple and usually opt for a more uncomplicated approach when it comes to dressing.  Give me a short, gauzy embroidered dress, some moccasins, and a couple of bracelets, and I'm good to go.  This evening, however, we were going to a bonfire party and I decided to trade in my regularly scheduled minimalist-hippie style dress for something a little tougher (and, clearly, with more accessories and pattern mixing). Also, any excuse to wear one of my Guns N' Roses tees is a good one in my book.

This was also one of those evenings last week where it cooled down enough to bust out the jean jacket and maxi skirt, two pieces that I usually reserve for early fall.  And although I am in the blogger minority when it comes to being smitten with fall (I much prefer summer), it was fun to trade in mini dresses and shorts just for a day.

My Style: Rock N' Roll Gypsy // Bubby and Bean
My Style: Rock N' Roll Gypsy // Bubby and Bean

Let's talk about this insanely gorgeous scarf for a minute.  It's the 'Jubilance-Sunset Scarf' from Beau Monde Organics, a small company out of LA that makes some truly stunning, all-season scarves from organic cotton.  Each scarf is printed with original art by designer Stephanie Gale (you can read more about her here), and created here in the USA using eco-safe, ethical methods.  I chose this particular style for its boho-vibed print and earthy shade (which is even prettier in person), and have had so much fun mixing it up with different outfits and accessorizing it in different ways.  Using it as a head scarf is probably my favorite way to wear it, but it also looks really cute around the neck and as a belt. 

My Style: Rock N' Roll Gypsy // Bubby and Bean
My Style: Rock N' Roll Gypsy // Bubby and Bean
Scarf: c/o Beau Monde Organics  //  Skirt: Urban Outfitters (similar)  //  Tee: old
Jacket: thrifted  //   Earrings: c/o Jade Stone Jewelry  //  Sandals: c/o Blowfish
Sunglasses: H&M  //  Bracelet: gifts  //  Rings: gift + my grandmother's  //  Necklace: F21 

Sometimes it's fun to take your everyday style up a notch.  Despite the plethora of accessories and textures and patterns going on here, which was truthfully a lot in comparison to my usual 'uniform,' I still felt comfortable and like 'myself.'  Maybe I need to play around like this more often. 


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18 comments:

  1. I always feel a little odd the first time I wear something of a new style, but then I think, Why shouldnt I be able to mix it up. I think if someone likes a style, they should try it. Definitely a cool fire party outfit.

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  2. You can never go wrong with Rock N Roll. Coming from on ole' grandmother who still Rocks.

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  3. Looks cute and comfortable. Love your running tips post, too. Just getting back into that :D

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  4. Gorgeous! I particularly love those earrings. I usually opt for more simple outfits as well, but sometimes you gotta dress up a bit :)

    Cat
    http://oddlylovely.com

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  5. Lady, you look SO lovely! I'm crazy about your every day style and think your head scarf is the perfect touch to your ensemble. Also, here's to hoping we meet one day soon! xo

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  6. I love your style. It's quintessentially you. I love your necklace in these shots!

    Thanks for the sources and the style tips!

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  7. This look has such a cool, relaxed vibe. love it. Thanks, Melissa, for showcasing your great style and including my scarf. stephanie-

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  8. You look uber cool, hope you had fun at the party!

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  9. The outfit suits you perfectly! Ooh, I love that scarf and how you tied it :)

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  10. You can pull off any look and make it rock! Love the G-n-R shirt paired with the maxi!

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  11. Making a concert t-shirt look stylish is no easy feat - but you do it with such ease! That said, I think it's really the scarf and earrings combination that really makes this look for me. They could not be more rock n roll gypsy if you wanted them to be; that description really fits the whole look perfectly :)
    xox,
    Cee

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  12. I love everything about this look, but that scarf definitely makes the outfit that much more awesome. It's stunning!

    xo Jackie
    Something About That

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  13. I have a similar Guns n Roses vest, I love wearing it with leggings and boots :)
    http://mumswearlipstick.blogspot.com.au/

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  14. Thanks so much for your comments everybody! xo, m

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  15. This IS really different for you, but I like it! And thumbs up for that t-shirt. I've been wearing more accessories this week in SF and I might continue the trend when I get home. I feel a little more pulled together.

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  16. Love this!!! You are stunning and I love your style!

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  17. Your style is quite rad. You are definitely fashion inspiration to this girl right here. Loved that you & Chraio had thesame shirt in "89" too. I too love your style.

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