Fall Fashion Challenge 2011

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The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides. True beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It's the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she shows & the beauty of a woman only grows with passing years. - Audrey Hepburn


It has been awhile since we have hosted a fashion week. So I thought it was high time we hosted another one. Sound good? This one is going to be slightly different from the other ones we have done. I explain below.

What You Need to Know

When is the wonderful event?

November 6 - 12th {Sunday - Saturday}

What is it all about?

Showcasing how we can dress modestly and fashionable {meaning non-frumpy} during the fall months. Also during each day of the fashion week there is going to be a challenge for you. Don't worry, it is going to be fun!  

How can I participate?

By posting photos of your outfits on your blog and linking them {your blog post, please!} up on Bramblewood Fashion daily via Mr. Linky which will be found in my outfit posts everyday.

What should I wear?

Besides keeping modesty and Fall weather in mind there will be a challenge for each day. They are the following:

Sunday - There is no challenge for this day. You can do what ever you want.

Monday - Black & Brown/ Red & Pink / any color combinations that don't normally go together.

Tuesday - Bold Tights {color, prints, patterns, lace-y...}

Wednesday - Dress like your favorite era. {1910s, 1940s, 1970s, etc...}

Thursday - Polka dots. {If you don't have polka dots, you can do another print you own.}

Friday - Your favorite Fall trend. {I have a post on the Fall trends here.}

Saturday - Wear a hat. 

Are there any rules?

I only have one rule. Keep it modest. Make sure your outfit are modest and not too short and reveling. If I find your outfit entry to be objective or suggestive I have the right to remove your link. {You can wear pants and long-ish shorts too.}

What can you do?

Spread the word! Tell your friends and try to get them involved in this week. I have several HTML buttons for all of you to use below to help spread the word. Just copy and paste the HTML code. If you have any questions let me know. I will try to get back with you.

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Will you be joining in the fun?

Disclaimer: none of these pictures in the post are mine. I found them all on pinterest. picture one. two. three.

Voting time!

Hello everyone!

Samantha's Modest Fashion Week has come to a close and it is now time to vote! Go on over to Samantha's blog and vote for your two favorite girls! *whispers*  pick me! *back to normal voice* Well, what are you waiting for go on over and vote. Oh, and the top three girls receive a prize.

~Ashley

Modest Fashion Week - Day 6

-What I'm Wearing-

White Bolero Jacket - Made by me (Vintage Pattern: Advance 5174 [1950s])

White & Red Stripe Tank - St. John's Bay JCPenny

Old Hollywood Jeans - Made by me

Sandals - Steve Madden Famous Footwear

Watch Necklace - Maurices

Flower Headband - Claire's 

Pearl Earrings - Gift

Well, today is the last day of Samantha's Modest Fashion Week. Wow has this week gone by fast! But, it has been lots of fun. Thanks for hosting this event, Samantha! 

Now for some exciting news. Today I bought all the supplies I need to make my own bathing suit! How exciting is that?!?!?! I can not wait to start making it. I also bought fabric for a formal I need this Fall. Now I just need to decided on WHAT my formal is going to look like. AND if I am going to draft my own pattern, or use a ready-made pattern. Any ideas on what I could do for my formal? The color of my fabric is dark purple. And I'm open to any ideas, modern or vintage. 

Well, tomorrow or Monday I'm going to have a surprise for you all on the blog. And no, it isn't the opening of my etsy shop. Still haven't figured out to do for shipping yet. That is the only thing holding me back for opening up my shop. 

Below, I have some pictures that Gabrielle, took that I just have to share with you all. =) What can I say, I am a proud sister. =D

~Ashley

Modest Fashion Week - Day 5

-What I'm Wearing-

Rusty Peach Blouse - Talbots Kids (Shh!)

White Tank - St. John's Bay JCPenny

Floral Skirt - April Cornell

Gold Flats - American Eagle Payless 

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It looks like I can't put together an outfit with including something from the St. John's Bay collection at JCPenny. And now for the sad news. Tomorrow is the last day of Samantha's Modest Fashion Week. How sad. 

~Ashley

Modest Fashion Week - Day 3

-What I'm Wearing-

Brown T-shirt - St. John's Bay JCPenny

Orange Print Skirt - Made by me (Pattern: Route 66)

Cameo Necklace - Portobello Road Market - London, UK

Bracelet - Maurices 

Sandals - Steve Madden Famous Footwear

Pearl Earrings - Gift

Here it is the third day of Samantha's Modest Fashion Week.  Hasn't it been fun so far? I won't be posting tomorrow as I will be out of town attending a baseball game. I will be in my jeans, one of my favorite players t-shirt, and sandals. Oh, and a baseball cap and sunglasses! Nothing blog worthy, unless you love seeing that kind of look. =) :P

~Ashley 

Modest Fashion Week - Day 2

-What I'm Wearing-

Flower Blue Skirt - J.Jill (But I bought it at a Talbots Outlet for $5)

Cream Ruffle Tank - Gap Outlet

Cream Cardigan - Gap Outlet

Cameo Necklace - Portobello Road Market - London, UK

Sandals - Steve Madden Famous Footwear (Just bought them today.)

Today is day two of Samantha's Modest Fashion Week.  I had a fairly busy today running errands with my mom and one of my sisters. Which is when I bought the sandals I'm wearing today. =) I love them! I have been on the look out for a pair since last year, but all the ones I like are over $100. I am not paying that much for a pair of shoes. So I was delighted to find these on clearance at Famous Footwear for only $30. =)

~Ashley 

Modest Fashion Week - Day 1

Today is day one of Samantha's Modest Fashion Week! Her theme for the week is flowers, so I will be trying to wear something with flowers everyday. =)

-What I'm Wearing-

Refashioned Top - St. John's Bay JCPenny

Floral Skirt - Made by Me

Cameo Necklace - Portobello Road Market - London, UK

Gold Flats - American Eagle Payless

Pearl Earrings - Gift

So this weekend I have been working on setting up my etsy shop. I still have a few details that need to be smoothed out before I release the link. =) Oh, also Gabrielle made some business cards for the blog and our etsy shop. So exciting! I'll have to post pictures of them later. 

Also be on the look out for my sewing project of the week, you know for the sewing challenge thing. This week is the 1920s. =) 

Til next time,

~Ashley