Style Across the Nation

If someone from out of the country were to ask me what all Americans wear, the only thing I could really say would be jeans. There are so many different styles and trends available to Americans that everyone has different tastes. Even people in the same regions have different interpretations of what they think is fashionable. Most people however, do tend to veer towards the same wardrobe choices. I am here to show you what most people in the Northeast, South, and Western regions typically wear. 

Leighton Meester on the set of Gossip Girl in the Upper-East Side

NORTHEAST  

New York City is considered one of the top fashion capitals of the world. Not only is it home to major fashion labels, such as Oscar de la Renta and Calvin Klein, but the industry also exceeds $14 billion dollars in annual sales. The Big Apple is known for its trendsetting ways and is always at least 5 steps ahead of the rest of America. It is home to Mercedes-Benz fashion week, as well as being the originator of the "urban" style. Even if you don't realize it, everyone has a little New York style in their wardrobe. I haven't been there myself, but I always imagine myself walking down 5th Avenue in my 5-inch stiletto's, a Starbucks in one hand and a Chanel shopping bag in the other. A girl can always dream. New York = High Fashion!

 

Local Honey customers featured on their blog

SOUTH

Nashville may be home to endless amounts of country singers and indie bands, but I feel as though fashion is becoming more and more significant. Since I live near Nashville, I have experienced the essence of it and it's fantastic. The greatest thing about Nashville is that there are so many stores to choose from and you don't even have to go to a mall. This past summer I read an article about the best vintage shops in the Nashville area and I decided to venture out and find all of them. My favorite was a little shop on Belmont Boulevard called Local Honey. It was a mixture of vintage pieces and clothes designed by locals and the stores own employees. They also hold fashion shows and advertise new bands/artists in the Nashville area. It was the epitome of Nashville fashion because it factored in the music scene and kind of proved to me that Tennessee isn't all about cowboy boots and tight jeans. I feel like you can find so many different things in these stores instead of getting the same ol' same ol'. 

Vanessa Hudgens on the streets of California

WEST

It is no surprise that California would be on this list. It is home to Hollywood, where famous people reside, San Francisco, where people push limits, and Laguna beach, where Lauren Conrad is from (I just love her style!) Cali is also known for its shopping on Rodeo Drive and I'm sure every girl has dreamed of spending their whole life savings at every store they have. California is all about beachy vibes because it is warm there all year round. Tank tops and cutoff shorts are staples of California civilians. No matter what era you lived in. These people have more laid-back attitudes, therefore their style comes across that way as well. I look at pictures and see people on T.V. and they just look like they are comfy ALL THE TIME. Yet they still look fabulous. If you want to look like a Californian, all you have to do is throw on some flip flops, carry a surf board around, and talk like Spicoli.

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fashion_capital
http://www.localhoneynashville.blogspot.com/

Amp Up Your Style: Plain White Tee

Clockwise from top left: Necklace found on Anthropologie.com, Brooch from Forever21, Nicole Richie, Steve Madden flats, Gap jeans, Blake Lively

If you are ever in a hurry and just want to throw something on and go, what is your staple outfit? Many women turn to the famous, "plain white t-shirt." I am here to show you how to go from looking drab in your PWT, to FAB! These items are easy to throw on in a hurry and can be found in most stores near you. The key is to add a pop of color somewhere and you are good to go!

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Style Me by Sonia Romero featuring shawls scarves

A simple long scarf is the perfect accessory to any outfit. It's my personal favorite accessory this year and the easiest way to update an outdated look. Bought one today for a friend and one for me. You can find these at all $$$ in any store.

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Style Me by Sonia Romero featuring leather high heels

I have been many different sizes and what I have discovered is that losing weight is just as frustrating as gaining. I have "nothing" in my closet that fits perfectly. Yesterday I was on a mission to buy skirts. Skirts are a great wardrobe piece when losing wieght because they don't have to fit perfectly. However, what I ended up with in the fitting room was a ton of dresses. I had the best time trying on dresses and actually had to make choices of the ones to take home. So, my message to those who are losing weight and have "nothing" to wear but want to look pretty in their new found size is, put on a dress, a pair of wedges or heals and some great jewelry.

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Style Me by Sonia Romero featuring platform shoes

I am a true believer in my cork wedges. Stood 10 hours in them and I am here to tell you they where comfortable and looked great!

Stylish Men

These 5 men have made an impact in the world of fashion in some way. Rather it be in the 1950s or present day. They are sexy, stylish, and totally irresistible. Get ready ladies because you are in for a treat.

Clockwise from top left: Kurt Cobain, Justin Timberlake, Johnny Depp, George Clooney and Cary Grant

George Clooney

Elisabetta Canalis needs to keep an eye on her man. He may be pushing 50 and rockin' gray hair, but we all know that George always looks steamy in a suit. Giorgio Armani even admitted to him looking, "simply fantastic." This writer/director/producer/Oscar-winning actor will always be known for, not only his sense of style, but also his sense of humor. That makes him ten times sexier if you ask me.

Johnny Depp

We all fell in love with him in Cry-Baby and the love never faded. The quiet actor's eclectic style shows that he wears what he wants and doesn't care what anyone thinks about it. All he needs is a pendant necklace and a fedora and he looks like a rock star. It comes as no surprise that he dropped out of high school to pursue a career in the music business. It obviously didn't work out in his favor, but he got his foot in the door of Hollywood at the ripe age of 21 and never left. His nonchalant attitude/style works so well for him and any man that can still look good in awful pirate makeup is considered sexy in my book.

Kurt Cobain

The lead singer of Nirvana left this world way too soon. He introduced ripped jeans and flannel shirts to angsty teenagers and they seem to be creeping back into the closets of young adults today. Kurt may have looked like he hadn't taken a shower in a week, but he had a certain charisma about him that made people turn heads. In 1992, this 24 year old rock star basically invented the grunge look by cutting holes in his Levis and throwing on a sweater he most likely found on the floor of Goodwill. His style and crazy life took a toll on the 90s. I would have loved to see what his wardrobe would be like today.

Cary Grant

No man can wear a suit like Cary Grant did. It was like he was born to just stand there and look good. He is the epitome of a masculine man and it's hard for me to even believe that a man like him existed. People say that, "nobody is perfect," but Cary Grant was pretty darn close. He always looked so sharp and knew how to hide his flaws. Being such a great actor and so good-looking, you would think he would have an ego the size of Texas, but he never let his stardom get to his head. He is a classic fashion icon and should be a man's muse for their own personal closet.

Justin Timberlake

This pop-star has gotten a lot of hearts racing since the days of Mickey Mouse Club and Nsync. Now that he is on his own, he has held his own. These past few years, Justin has been fashionably on point, whether he be performing, on the red carpet, or just walking down the street. He always has a cool vibe and can wear a vest like no other. He is no longer known for his curly locks, but for his great wardrobe. He may have brought sexy back, but in my opinion sexy never left. 

References:

http://www.fadedyouthblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/italian-vanity-fair-johnny-depp.jpg

http://www.zonalibre.org/blog/rinbubble/archives/kurtcobain.JPG

http://www.thecinemasource.com/moviesdb/images/George%20Clooney%20-1-300.jpg

http://stylefrizz.com/img/justin-timberlake-givenchy-perfume-advertising.jpg

http://thegentlemanblog.files.wordpress.com/2010/10/jumper-cary-grant.jpg

http://www.gq.com/how-to/fashion/200709/cary-grant-paul-newman-andre-3000-george-clooney

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Depp

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kurt_Cobain

http://www.askmen.com/fashion/style_icon/13_style_icon.html

Service Package of the Month

Organize Me

"Because It's Personal"

Every month It's Personal, LLC will offer a special package deal in one of our

personal services designed just for you.

April is all about Spring cleaning and with that comes Organizing!!!

Time to remove the clutter?

Need better functional use of a room or space?

No space in your closet?

Let us clean them out and redesign it to meet your needs!

Need personal organization?

Organize Me will help you to become organized and enjoy a calmer

& controlled environment.

Organize Me will do the work for you at a special offer price during the month of April.

• Free - Assessment of a space or room of your choice*
• Free - Written plan of space allocation, materials needed, objectives, priorities and execution of project.
• Free - Haul away your clutter*
• No extra supply fee. You only pay for what you need. This includes organizational tools and/or project tools to complete any agreed upon list for objectives and execution of project.  
• Take 30% off any service agreed upon.*

*Room of your choice must be no larger then 12x12

*Clutter haul off can consist of paper, furniture (sofa/max size) and small appliances and home goods.

*A service must be agreed upon to receive any free service during the month of April.

*Travel cost only applies to areas 30 mi. out of the Brentwood/Franklin area.
*All services are subject to before and after pictures and may be used in our website, blog and Facebook  page.
*Rates start at $35/hr - $50/hr depending on sq. footage, clutter removal/disposal, time frame, budget, and labor intensity.

Contact Information:
Sonia Romero (615)500-4392 or s.romero76@gmail.com
Tracy Cornell (615)887-1492 or tracycornell@yahoo.com