Some of my favorite pics ever!

When we first started throwing around the idea of My Chic Thrift -I would doubt myself ! The team would go out and shoot and after a long day of being on location, getting sunburned and feeling starved -I'd run home and hope that the shots from the day would be waiting in my inbox.  Would they be good? Did we get the shot I saw in my mind? Were my ideas "too" outta of the box ?  I'm posting 2 of my favorite testing shots from back in the day... these pics always inspire me..they remind me that you do not need designer clothes or an exotic locale to shoot a great look and create art! Enjoy the shots - the red flower was on a Christmas present I received and the pink hat I picked up at an estate sale for $5 bucks. Gotta  love Hobo Chic!!

Even the stars are rycyling designer vintage looks!

http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/b236510_fabulous_eco-friendly_stars_go_glam_in.html

Check out this article about how even the richest celebrities are recycling amazing vintage fashion .Everyone is feeling the pinch right now so why not raid the vintage vaults. Frankly -there is nothing like fashion styles from the 50's and 60's! I love to find a great retro dress to shoot . I  update the look or dress with a great pair of new heels . Add in some great current bold jewelry and you're set!

On a mission to find the perfect outfit!

Even Fashion Stylist have trouble finding  the perfect clothes... for themselves! Though my personal style is more " HOBO CHIC" -casual with a bit of flare -I try and stay true to my love of vintage and recycling. I'm not a perfect 6 and being only 5 Ft tall doesn't help the situation. Here's one very good reason to shop thrift stores. ! I hate going to buy  a  brand new  pair of pants only to have to chop off the bottoms. What a waste of money!!!  If I shop at the thrift -cutting and  hemming them  doesn't bother me as much. I saved so much  money on a great pair of pants  You can't loose when you shop thrift! All this week I'll be documenting my personal shopping for Spring!! Its that time - I need to update my summer wardrobe -  white anything, striped shirts, light pink and mauve, the perfect summer dress, some cool sandals and of course -the awesome  beach hat are all in my sights! If I find something for you... I'll be sure to photograph it so that anyone who sees what they like  can go down to the store I found it at and  snatch it up!

Remember -Tips for Thrift Store Shopping -
Introduce yourself to a staff member or even the manager. Let them know what your looking for. If you have something specific in mind, they can help locate it easier. They also have access to the belly of the store -shipping and receiving. you'd be surprised of all the cool stuff they just have hanging in the back. Until there's room on the store floor -these great clothes just have to wait their turn. I'm lucky -I have backroom access !!!
Find a store that has a good floor layout -some thrifts are too hard to shop even for a thrift store champion. If the floor layout is messy, you'll just get frustrated trying to work your way through the maze. It's not fun to shop this way and you will miss a great find. 

Keep an open mind that you might walk out the door with more than you came shopping for. You just might need a pair of jeans but if you find a great leather jacket for dirt cheap or some great riding boots, buy them!!! You 'll be saving money no matter what..... its about the finding treasures!!!!

My Home town Magazine shoot in the can!!!

Finally a moment to post after such a long break! The magazine layout is finally shot and edited. The process of editing photos for print is difficult. With so many specifics to worry about -lighting, cropping, garment placement and finally -all around great composition - after hours of eye wrenching looping... I am happy to report that My Chic Thrift is "over the moon" with  the pictures. We shot Couture, ready to wear, children's and vintage. We even threw in some original Tye Dye pieces by some young local designers!!!
Now the waiting begins to see which shots and looks the editorial time selects! I didn't have any favorites because I loved all the shoots we did but as a vintage lover -the shots themed around the Great Gatsby are my choice for the cover!!!!

RVH Studios upcoming Art Direction for My Home Town Magazine

http://issuu.com/fountainmedia/docs/mhtcv_0311_web2/26

Above is the link to My Home Town Magazine that provides the city of Chula Vista with a quality magazine featuring all that  is WONDERFUL about our city!!!!! The Editor Michael Minjares has asked us back this year to create a new and exciting fashion layout for the magazine's May edition.

The Studio team is hard at work scouting locations and shooting fashion editorials! We will feature fashion inspired by visualizing what Chula Vistians will  and should be wearing this upcoming season! Of course, there will be alot of vintage  looks  for spring! We've added children's fashion as well. We'll be showcasing clothes from my favorite thrifts, UPC and also some of the hottest new stores from Otay Ranch Mall. We are excited to report that we will also be showcasing some great new designer Tye Dye garments created by some local young artist!!

CHECK OUT THE MAGAZINE!!!!  stay tuned for the MAY FASHION EDITION!!