Back to School Outfit Idea: 70s Inspired

August 16, 2016

Even though I am several years beyond my back to school days, I still love back to school shopping. Let’s be honest: who doesn’t love a good back to school outfit?! Call me reminiscent of the easier days when adult challenges weren’t a thing, or maybe I just love shopping for fall. Either way, the back to school clothing racks call to me every year, and I almost always end up going on at least one shopping adventure in August.

Back to School Outfit: 70s Inspired Boho Glam Outfit // Hello Rigby Seattle Fashion BlogDisclosure: The Outlet Collection Seattle sent me shopping with a gift card in exchange for this post, but all opinions are my own!

I was thrilled to be invited down to The Outlet Collection near Seattle last weekend to do a little back to school shopping. They challenged me to style one back to school outfit, from head to toe, with just $250. It sounds like a lot of money, but when you think about all of the pieces required for an entire outfit (a statement piece like a coat or dress, or both, accessories, a bag, and shoes) you can run up a bill pretty quick. I also was able to catch a fashion show that they had going on that afternoon. I loved many of the looks, but I won’t lie, the last segment focused on hippie chic was most definitely my style and inspired a lot of the direction of this outfit!

Back to School Outfit Idea: 70s Inspired

Today, I thought I would share some of my tips for how I created this back to school outfit on a budget shopping at The Outlet Collection Seattle, and some of the wardrobe staples I think are super hot this year for fall whether you’re in school or not!

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5 Ways to Prepare for a Blog Photo Shoot

August 12, 2016

It’s only slightly ironic that after writing a post about how I take my own photos, I work on a post a week later that I collaborated with a photographer on… But hey, I never turn down a good photoshoot. ;) With that said, if you’re new to having your photos taken by a photographer, I thought it might be helpful to share a few photoshoot tips and how to prepare for your first one. After all, at one point in time, I had never shot with a photographer. (Unless you count my senior photos in high school, and let’s just say I had no clue what I was doing then!)

Wait, you mean you have to prepare for it?! Of course, you don’t technically, but if you’re a fellow style blogger, trust me, you’ll want to have at least one outfit planned, and if you can, I recommend shooting as many outfits as the photographer will let you in the time that you have. (And I’m not saying you should take up all of your photographer’s time; be respectful and make sure you discuss how much time you are allotted and how many outfit changes you can have ahead of time.)

Photoshoot Tips and Tricks for Your First Time // Hello Rigby Seattle Fashion BloggerDisclosure: This post contains affiliate links, and if you make a purchase, I may receive a small commission. Some items in this outfit were provided by the brand and are designated with c/o (courtesy of). All opinions are my own!

What I’m Wearing

Coat: Autumn Olive Boutique (no longer available; similar here for just $40!)
Top: Earl Clothing c/o Fred Meyer (similar)
Jeans: High Rise Vintage Flare Jeans via Old Navy (on sale for just $20!)
Shoes: Block Heel Sandals c/o Fred Meyer (similar under $20!)
Bag: Shaffer LA Greta Bucket via Box of Style
Necklace: c/o Fred Meyer (similar under $20!)
Scarf: Vintage via Value Village (similar)

Photography by LYREL Media

So how do I prepare for a photo shoot? Read on to find out all my tips and tricks!

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Simply Straight™ Brush: Worth the Hype? + Giveaway

August 11, 2016

I’m not going to lie; I’m kind of a skeptic when it comes to hair tools that I’ve heard about from TV infomercials. I mean, remember that conditioner that apparently caused a lot of women to lose patches of hair? I never did hear the final outcome of that, but when it comes to things that might be too good to be true, it’s best to proceed with caution.

does-the-simply-straight-brush-really-workDisclosure: I received the Simply Straight™ Brush, gift, and product information in exchange for this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own! :)

With that said, I felt pretty safe about trying the Simply Straight™ Brush. I’ve seen some of my favorite YouTubers try it out, with mixed results as to be expected when it comes to hair products, but no one had a truly bad experience. With a lot of heat styling tools, you have to account for your hair texture and length. If you have extremely thick, curly hair, chances are something that promises to work for ALL types of hair may not truly work for everyone. After all, I was excited by the promise that the tool wouldn’t flatten, fry, or damage my tresses.

So how did the straightening brush work out for me? Did it hold up to the claims or did it fall flat? (Pun totally intended.) Read on to find out!

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Inspired Look: Demi Lovato Makeup + Giveaway

August 9, 2016

Back in December, I fell in love with a lipstick. Its name is Glastonberry by Charlotte Tilbury, and it’s gorgeous and totally not summery at all. However, when I saw a Demi Lovato makeup look on the recent cover of Billboard, I knew it was time to bring it back out. I mean, before we know it Fall is going to be here, so might as well be prepared, right? ;)

Charlotte Tilbury Dolce Vita Look in a Palette Makeup Tutorial // Hello Rigby Seattle Beauty Blog
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I was inspired by the makeup Demi was wearing because it was simple, yet glowy and had enough smokiness to be subtly sexy. It also gave me the perfect opportunity to use the Charlotte Tilbury Look in a Palette in Dolce Vita that I picked up during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It wasn’t inexpensive ($75), but I’d been hoarding a gift card for something splurgey, and honestly, this palette is gorgeous. Unfortunately, it appears Nordstrom has sold out of this palette and I’m not sure if it will be coming back, but you can check at this link to see if it does. Otherwise, you could substitute your own makeup products that are similar in tone, or try Charlotte Tilbury’s Dolce Vita quad which is equally gorgeous looking, and has an additional glitter shadow!

So how did I get this look with a subtle glow and a bold lip? It’s a very simple tutorial utilizing a handful of products from Charlotte Tilbury, as well as a few others to complete this look. Read on to find out all the details, as well as enter yourself in my giveaway for a few Charlotte Tilbury goodies of your own!

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How to Take Your Own Outfit Photos For Your Blog

August 5, 2016

If I had to guess the most frequently asked question about blogging that I get, I’d take a not-so-wild guess and say that it’s about how to take your own outfit photos. To be fair, I’m very lucky to have been able to wrangle Dave, my mom, or work with a photographer from time to time, but sometimes it’s just not possible. I don’t expect their lives to revolve around my blog, so a girl’s gotta get a little creative.

How to Take Your Own Outfit Photos // Hello Rigby Seattle Style BlogDisclosure: Affiliate Links are used in this post and some items were sent to me by the brand and are marked by “c/o”. All opinions are my own, of course! ;)

What I’m Wearing

Outfit #1
Dress: Have My Money Cold Shoulder Dress c/o Tobi
(Shop more high low dresses, trench jackets,mint green dresses, pencil skirts,black dresses from Tobi! You can save 50% off your first purchase.)
Sandals: Mossimo Supply Co. Lakitia Quarter Strap Sandals via Target
Hat: Topshop Classic Fedora (similar for under $40)
Sunglasses: Betsey Johnson (similar)

How to Take Your Own Outfit Photos for Your Blog

So how exactly am I able to shoot a variety of shots all by myself? It takes a decent amount of equipment, trial and error, and even some embarrassment, but I promise you too can your own outfit photos. Luckily I’ve done some of the hard work by already using my recommendations, so if you like the pictures I’m able to take of myself in posts like my latest Stitch Fix, this post about Fall Fashion Trends, or any of my makeup tutorials, then read on for all the details!

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