As a merchandiser for the store I work at (the creator of store displays), I am always looking for ways to make things look more appealing. It makes sense, if everything looks organized and pretty, people are more likely to buy it. I know the motivation behind what I do is supposed to be just that, but the reason I enjoy it is because I get to be creative. I've taken to trying to turn everyday things into little bits of art. I just feel like it makes everyday that little bit better.
This is a photo Danny in took in Seattle after I organized all my things on the table. He thinks I'm a weirdo for being so anal retentive, but then has to admit, it looks pretty cool. Plus this is a great example of pretty much the only things I need in life. Coffee, Camera, iPhone. 
This is one of the pieces Gabi and I did for Shore yesterday. We found the wood piece at Sarasota Slavage, along with the non-working camera, old movie tin and shiny tile. I ordered the used book from Amazon. And the other pieces, empty Elvis record sleeve, mini radio and hawaiian tiki man, were all props we already had at Shore. I love creating things like this. I feel like it makes the displays more fun in the store. I also love transferring it into my own home. I definitely hope to do more little displays in my office as it gets organized.
Hopefully this brought a little beauty and creativity to your day. In the end it's important to love what you and listen to your heart when choosing a career. Don't listen to what anyone says, if you really love it, keep doing it. Eventually amazing things will happen.
Much Love,
Lindsey
Ah, the VMAs. An award show that no one really takes seriously, but shows up to if they have to promote something and feel like drinking that night. We've experienced them semi-closely, as Danny is apart of the music business, and while We the Kings has never been featured at one of the broadcasts, they have been apart of the parties in the background on occasion.
The walk down a red carpet has to be kind of weird. It looks super glamorous on television, but that's because with clever camera angles, they cut out screaming fans, stressed out assistants, random people walking down the carpet that no one cares about, and other extraneous nonsense going on around the actual people being photographed. Does that mean I never want to be apart of something like this? Absolutely not. I would love to see a red carpet in person, even if I was just the stylist making someone look good. I already have my Mara Hoffman picked out!
With that in mind, I am not interested in critiquing people's outfits and calling out the best or worst dressed. I am more excited about highlighting the things I saw that I loved. So without further ado, here's my faves!
Victoria Justice in this awesome Lublu Kira Plastinina skirt! I am in love with this! It's such a badass look and she definitely pulls it off. This is the number one piece I want to own. I have absolutely no clue where I would actually be able to wear this, but I want it anyway. She killed it. I want it.
Rita Ora oozes old Hollywood glam in this Donna Karen Atelier dress. It's sexy, but she keeps it classy with a little wardrobe tape here and there to make sure everything stays in place. I love her style, that she pushes boundaries and that she stays true to herself.
Kendall Jenner reminds us all that she's a legit, working model by rocking this jumpsuit/maybe shirt and pants with bra combo. I love it though. The high-waist elongates her already ridiculously long body. And the bra is sexy, but still pretty conservative considering she's covering all of her cleavage (nothing like her sister Kim). I love the Jenner sisters style. Usually over the top trendy, but still looking good. It helps to have a clothing budget of like a gajillion dollars.
J.Lo looks fabulous in this crazy cut-out, high-slited, sequined number. I mean, she's J.Lo. She's perfection.
And last but not least, I have to give a little YouTube love to the one and only Tyler Oakley. To the man who once told me in passing, "You're skin is absolutely glowing," I have to say that you sir, look fantastic in burgundy. I am always so proud when I see YouTubers killing it in the real world. Keep up the great work!
Alright y'all, off to take on my Monday! Much love,
Lindsey
I obviously did not attend the VMAs myself this year, and even if I did my pictures would not be nearly as fabulous. All photo credits go to The New York Daily News, except for Tyler's, which is from The Hollywood Reporter.
