Accessories show off your unique style similar to the­­­­ clothing you have piled in your closets.  So here’s an idea…why not display them in an equally unique way?  Showcase your beautiful accessories by decorating your living space in statement pieces.  Take some old frames, paint them all the same color, and hang them up on a wall in either your bathroom or bedroom.  Then grab some small hooks to hang the jewelry up inside the framing!  Your favorite pieces just became your favorite artwork…now enjoy your beautiful creation.­­­

Browsing around one of our favorite local fashionista/Indie hotspots, The Lab in Costa Mesa, CA, we were able to snap a few paparazzi style photos of our favorite Oxford looks; we especially love the all grey patent leather style. 

Which look suits your style best??

Don’t forget tomorrow is the Femme De Le Closet exclusive opening ceremony.  Stop in to check out our very own Kristi McKnight’s artwork.  Her paintings will be on display at The Closet in Costa Mesa, CA from February 25-March 14th.  10% of the proceeds goes to the Quiksilver Foundation benefiting Haiti.  Here’s some of Kristi’s older paintings just a little sneak peak for what’s in store for you!

Inside the artistic mind of Kristi McKnight!

“I’ve been making art since I could pick up a crayon! Now, being an artist doesn’t mean having a paintbrush in my hand 24/7…  Working at Quiksilver these last few years has honed my desire to be creative in every aspect of my life. Painting is one of my favorite things to do amongst many, and I hope to inspire and influence others through my work.”

Thursday February 25^th, 2009-Sunday March 14^th, 2009

Thursday the 25^th The Closet in Costa Mesa, CA will be holding an invite-only opening reception.  Seven local featured artists will be there showcasing their amazing artwork, including Quiksilver’s own Kristi McKnight! Kristi will have two pieces of artwork up for purchase during this event, 10% of the proceeds will go to the Quiksilver Foundation benefiting Haiti Relief.  Come join Quiksilver Women, along with many other sponsors, to support these local and ohh-so creative women.  For the general public the artwork will be on display till March 14^th, 2009.   

Femme De Le Closet!
Thursday February 25th 8:00
Location: The Closet Costa Mesa
1800 Newport Blvd
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
21+

 To receive an invite and be put on the exclusive guest list please EMAIL femme@thekittylady.com

Join Quiksilver Women in launching Bloomingdale’s new boutique concept The New Wave. A gift with purchase,  and a DJ spinning your favorite tunes, only sweeten the deal. Thank you to Sprinkles for providing their yummy cupcakes at Fashion Island, and the Beverly Center!

To help you find your signature look, Stylist Beth Jones will make an appearance at the Newport Fashion Island store. Beth is our Online Fashion Editor and a Quiksilver Women’s Ambassador. She will be on site to offer her expertise, so come say hello!

Times & Select Bloomingdale’s Locations:

1-5pm

Fashion Island, CA

3-7pm

Aventura, FL

Beverly Center, CA

Bridgewater, NJ

Fashion Valley, CA

Orlando, FL

Roosevelt Field, NY

Willow Grove, PA

With that said, let’s get creative!!

Taking an old piece and making it new, exciting and original is one of the best ways to express your fashion sense.

The Insanity vest (available now) really caught our eye for spring.  We love its old-school look with a modern twist.  It inspired us to dig up some old pieces from our closet and create another statement vest to add to our spring wardrobe.

We found an old, faded, hooded denim shirt, and an old studded belt, then we deconstructed them.  We added the studs to our new vest.  We ended up with an original piece inspired by our Spring 2010 Insanity vest. We are looking forward to rocking both looks this spring!

QSW intern/blogger creating her own statement vest

All Acoustic Show

As Quiksilver Women, we love to incorporate music, art and fashion into our daily lives.  Music and fashion tend to go hand in hand, whether the music inspires the trends or vice versa!!

We are headed into a period of more “independent styling”; there is no single trend, and there are no rules.  Fashion gurus wear what they want when they want: fashion, like music, has no boundaries!  Upcoming indie bands, like Moostache, break the music mold by creating a unique, independent sound and draw a crowd that is equally as interesting and creative.

Recently, Huntington Beach’s own local indie group, Moostache, played an all-acoustic show in Laguna Beach, Calif.  They played at the Blue Laguna, a small venue right off Pacific Coast Highway.  We were there to check out a great night of independent, up-and-coming artists.

Mozambique Shorts and Smith Crew-Neck .... thrifted blazer and combat boots

Moostache was the shows headliner – their nearly poetic sounding lyrics  and mix of rock, folk and blues-inspired elements instantly captivated the audience.

The group often interacted with the audience creating a great vibe throughout the crowd. They took requests and at one point busted out an impromptu Lady Gaga cover, hilarious!  The audience could really feel their sense of humor but also their pure passion for music.

Moostache performing at the Blue Laguna

Moostache is in the process of promoting their debut album “The Body Disagrees,” and also recently released an all-acoustic album titled “Acoustache.”  Their acoustic album along with their debut album is available online.  “Acoustache” can be downloaded as a “pay-what- you-want” album.  Their first album, “The Body Disagrees” is available on iTunes! Download it today!!!!

Upcoming shows…