In December 2011, I started photographing the User’s Guide to Style for Allure, starting with their March 2012 issue. This section features six selected women to take an article of clothing and make it their own. Although the shoot was quite fun, it was a little of a challenge capturing spring looks in the winter. I’m just glad that all six women were brave and willing to endure the weather that day.

#1: LINDSEY CALLA
Style Blogger
http://www.saucyglossie.com

-Isabel Lu Cropped Jacket
-Céline Bag
-H&M Floral Pants
-T.Babaton for Aritzia Top
-Nina Ricci Shoes

#2: JENNIFER YEE
Market Editor, Allure

-La Perla Robe
-H&M Floral Pants
-Balenciaga Bag
-Balenciaga Shoes

#3: NATALIE SUAREZ
Model & Style Blogger
http://natalieoffduty.blogspot.com

-Mango Jacket
-H&M Floral Pants
-Mango Bag
-Matt Bernson Boots

#4: CHRISTINA CARADONA
Model & Style Blogger
http://troprouge.blogspot.com

-Forever 21 Sweater
-H&M Floral Pants
-Tory Burch Loafers

#5: BONNIE MORRISON
Fashion Publicist and Brand Consultant

-Givenchy Blazer
-H&M Floral Pants
-Bottega Veneta Clutch
-Giambattista Valli Shoes

#6: KEIKO LYNN
Designer and Style Blogger
http://www.keikolynn.com

-Helmut Lang Blazer
-Twist & Tango Dress
-H&M Floral Pants
-Foley + Corinna Bag
-Nine West Shoes

“My parents always discouraged us from buying into the ‘trendy’ looks that the mall was pushing. No Abercrombie allowed in our house! I remember my mom taking me into Goodwill when I was very young. She made it a game ~ here’s $10, see what you can put together with that. From then on I was hooked to the thrill of the chase!” – Kelly Framel on vintage clothing for Dujour Magazine

NY Fashion Week is closely arriving and I’m also excited that I will be going to Paris for the first time! I’ve never traveled internationally alone and what concerns me is navigating around Paris because I don’t speak one word of French. However, it should be a fairly interesting trip where I hope to split part of my time touring the city and participating in random food excursions. I must thank Kelly for informing me of a great website that listed vacation rentals because I originally felt distressed searching for affordable lodging in the heart of Paris. I had been following Kelly’s blog, The Glamourai, for some time and I remember being tantalized by her style consisting of various shapes, textures, patterns, and colors. While she embraces different pieces effortlessly, I also find that she possess an amazing talent for creating beautiful self-designed jewelry – both of which are something worth checking out.

Kelly Framel
Fashion Blogger/Stylist/Designer
http://www.theglamourai.com

-Rachel Roy Transformer Coat
-Vintage Jacket
-Forever 21 Skirt
-Pura Lopez Boots
-Urban Outfitters Hat
-Aldo Gloves