Throwback Thursday

I posted this picture on Instagram Thursday for Throwback Thursday and it filled me with joy. These are some of the first pieces I made. I never get tired of looking at my work and when people respond to my work positively and ask when I'm opening up the shop or if they can buy my products now, my heart swells. What started out as a hobby, something to pass the time, and a way for me to have the jewelry I imagined in my head is now going to make me my living. I have complete confidence in RAD! as a boutique, accessories company, and styling company. Thank you all for following me on my journey and I cannot wait for you all to see all that I have in store.

RAD! Life

Trend Watch: Single Sole Sandals

About two years ago, I was browsing the Internet when I stumbled across Rihanna in a pair of amazing dark red patent leather single sole sandals. I instantly fell in love with them but I had no idea what they were called so I gave up my search after a few months.

So imagine my surprise and delight when I saw that single sole sandals were being announced a major Spring trend! I ordered my first pair from Prabal Gurung from his line for Target in a neon green and then I added pairs in white, black, nude, and yellow to my collection.

These shoes are amazing! They make your feet look sexy even if you have big feet like me (I wear a size 9!) and your miles look like they go on for miles in this sleek, sexy style.

Don't Wait.

The Gunmetal Choker

I haven't made a piece of jewelry in forever so I was eager to get back to making pieces and to see if I still had it.

Despite only having my wire cutters (all of my jewelry pliers have mysteriously gone missing), I was able to complete this choker. Once I go buy some new pliers I will make it a little tighter so that it sits on my actual neck and looks more "choker" like.

The Gunmetal Choker will be available for sale when The RAD Shop opens!

Styling Portfolio

After searching and searching for a site where I could host my stylist portfolio, I finally found somewhere suitable. I am the newest member of the Krop Creative Database!

I host my portfolio there, with my own custom domain and I'm able to edit my profile as freely as I like. It's a great tool and I recommend it to models, photographers, and other stylists that want somewhere to host their portfolio. It's very professional looking (and your portfolio should be professional looking. No I'm clearly having a photo shoot in a house shots allowed.).

Check out my profile!

www.krop.com/radstyle

Enjoy!

Fitting Room Chronicles

On Saturday, I headed out to run a few errands. My work schedule and the boutique have been keeping me so busy that I'm I rarely have time to go out anywhere much less get dressed up.

So when I realized that I was in desperate need of groceries and tired of opening up the refrigerator every 15 minutes like food would magically appear, I chose this ensemble.

Sheer long sleeve shirt, leather/mesh leggings, and an ankle strap wedge. I added a few simple pieces of jewelry and then I was on my way.

Top: American Apparel
Wedges: Luichiny
Jewelry: The RAD! Shop

The RAD! Shop

I've been having so much fun working towards my online boutique opening. It's certainly been challenging (filling out paperwork, receiving and returning samples, and finding merchandise) but I have been loving every second of it. I'm so proud of all the work I've got done and the progress that I'm making and I can't wait to share the finished product with everyone! :)

I got my logo finished up finally and the reception to it was amazing! I'm in the process of getting it copy written and then I will be one step closer to making my dreams a reality and opening up The RAD! Shop.