Cute Cassie

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Whitley:

Dress: Charlie Jade (similar dress) c/o KK Bloom Boutique. Earrings: from KK Bloom Boutique. Clutch: JJ Winters. Shoes: Cole Haan (old). Sunglasses: Blinde, similar pair. Statement ring: thanks to Tasha Hussey. Others Rings: Tiffany, custom from Diamonds Direct. Hair and Makeup: Cassie Hayden.

Cassie: 

Dress, Belt and Earrings: c/o KK Bloom Boutique, Shoes, Purse and Sunglasses: Cassie's own. Cuff: thanks to Green Market Girl.

Ladies and Gentleman, meet the newest member of the team, cute cute Cassie Hayden!  I am beyond excited Cassie will be assisting me this summer with styling projects as well as here with me and Donna at the Queen City Style.  Cute + eager + hardworking + talented (did you notice the hair and makeup?!) + FUN =  It's gonna to be a great summer here at the Queen City Style, and we're throwin' the deuces people!  

Thanks so much for being here!

-Whitley

Styling Miss North Carolina United States

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Last week I had the great pleasure of working with a talented team of individuals in styling Miss North Carolina United States, Victoria Vesce, for a photo shoot before she makes her way to Washington DC to compete in the Miss United States pageant.  Victoria is both a beautiful and lovely girl, and I could not have had more fun styling her in many of my Grandmother's and Great-Grandmother's most beautiful garments.  Thank you to the entire team for such a productive, fulfilling day!

Photography: Doug Brooks, Lighting: Jon Silla, Styling: Whitley Adkins Hamlin, Makeup/Hair: Deme Fourtounis, Hair: Erica Arcilesi.

All wardrobe stylist's own except: Baby blue dress: thanks to a friend. Sunglasses: Tom Ford thanks to Sally's Optical Secrets. Peach dress, earrings and women clutch thanks to Frock Shop. Feather shawl, rhinestone bracelet and black satin dress thanks to J. Majors Bridal Boutique.  If you are interested in personal or commercial styling inquiries, please email me at thequeencitystyle@yahoo.com.  I'd love to hear from you!

Happy top 'o the week to ya!

-Whitley 

A Glimpse

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Life is busy.  Can you relate?  Here's a glimpse at mine on my day "off," otherwise known as the day I work.  I'm looking forward to sharing the final images from this week's shoot, as well as the airing times for my interview this week with CBS radio on what to wear to your next interview. In the meantime, below is a glimpse of my week in photos.

Last Friday, I had the pleasure of working with a talented group of individuals for a photo shoot with Miss NC, Victoria Vesce.

Photography: Doug Brooks, Wardrobe: Whitley Adkins Hamlin assisted by Cassie Hayden, Makeup: Deme Fourtounis, Hair: Erica Arcilesi.

Tuesdays aren't for the weak.  Sweating out one mile repeats with my running mate, Dezi. 

And rewarding myself properly in return...

Searching to choose the perfect dress for my upcoming collaboration with J.T. Posh, celebrating six years of savvy consignment in the Queen City and a newly expanded store.  Stay tuned!

Precious Peanut #1 scored his first racquet (thanks Papa!) and is all signed up for tennis camp.  It's on!  We'll see about that.

My friend Dick Pattison over at Taylor Richards & Conger showed my how to tie a four end hand knot (don't forget the dimple!) and beautifully fold a pocket square.

Wild Man Precious Peanut #2 went down twice.  Never mind, he can't actually swim.

 

Hope everyone has a fantastic weekend!

xo-Whitley

Rooster's

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http://hunterdixon.com/collections/all/products/ashlan-vest

Vest: Hunter Dixon (now 50% off). Shorts: J. Crew. Shoes: Donald J Pliner (On Sale!). Purse: Chanel (great price). Sunglasses: Blinde, (LOVE these). Earrings: Luv Aj. Bracelets: cuff from Sloan Boutique, thanks to Chelsea Charles and belonged to my Grandmother. Rings: Melinda Maria, Tiffany and custom by Diamonds Direct.

I love summer time for wearing shorts; day or night.  I just snagged this awesome vest by Fashion Star winner and fellow southern gal, designer Hunter Bell of Hunter Dixon, and I have been wearing it flat out every since it arrived at my doorstep.  Rooster's might be my favorite restaurant in town.  I only say "might," because there are several other great eats in the Queen City, but we are definitely repeat offenders at Rooster's.  This was my first visit to the new uptown location.  Love, love.  More to come, live on location.

xx-Whitley

Pass It On

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Skirt: Vintage. Top: Dress worn as shirt. Jacket: Gap. Shoes: Cole Haan, old, but here's this year's pair. Bag: ASOS, similar here and here. Belt: Belonged to my Grandmother. Earrings and Hair Comb: JewelMint. Necklaces: Thanks to Melvin, my Grandmother's and thanks to By Boe. Bracelets: Grandmother's.  Rings: Grandmother's, Tiffany and custom by Diamonds Direct.

One of my favorite fashion bloggers, Sheree, recently decided to pass this fantastic vintage ball skirt on to its next home.  Immediately, that home had to be mine.  I love individuals who possess a style all their own, no impression made by the trend of the week; this is totally Sheree.  Straight up edgy and all her own.  Sometimes so bad a$$, I can't see straight.  Sheree wore this green gem completely different than I did.  That is my favorite thing about fashion; there is so much room for interpretation.  Forget the masses, it's all about you.

Thanks so much for reading!  I hope everyone is having a wonderful week!

-Whitley

Cynthia Rowley, Belk + Me

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Finally, pics of Cynthia Rowley at Belk Girls Night Out.  I've shared my genuine admiration for this woman.  She was the first designer to make an impression on me.  I worked long and hard hours to purchase one of her designs for my junior year prom dress. Her show at NYC Fashion Week in the Fall of 1999 was my first fashion show.   Belk could have chosen any known designer, but she was the one they wanted for this special designer collaboration.  Kismet?  I'm so grateful to have found a way to channel my passion through the Queen City Style and now as a wardrobe stylist. During this time, I've felt an increasing desire to connect with authenticity. I just want real. When I first met Cynthia at Charleston Fashion Week, I couldn't resist my natural tendency to hug and smile, exchange and laugh.  I was supposed to properly interview this woman, but I just could not abide to the formality.  She was every bit as much hug, smile, exchange and laugh; but way cooler.  Fast forward to Belk Girls Night Out, as I reached to greet Cynthia, she snagged the first word in thanking me for the note I sent after we met.  Authenticity is alive and well.  Thank you Belk for including me!

Whitley:

Top: Cynthia Rowley. Pants: (similar), Boots: Charlie 1 Horse. Jacket: Belonged to my Great-Grandmother, last seen here. Bracelets: J. Crew and belonged to my Grandmother.

Cynthia:

Top: Cynthia Rowley. Pants: Cynthia Rowley. Shoes: Cynthia Rowley.

Here's a snippet from my hug, smile, exchange and laugh with Ms. Rowley...

xx-Whitley