Looks we loved from 2013 VMA Awards – It wasn’t all humping on stage, some of these ladies kept it classy in some amazing designer dresses like that stunning Versace number on Selena Gomez!! Also digging this new haircut on Shailene Woodley and hello bad ass bitches Ellie Goulding and Coco Rocha… you make our week!
Who was your favorite?
Jill of Little Black Boots does this amazing Somedays Lovin’ vest justice. Read her EF Blogger Feature here.
Jill of Little Black Boots is SoCal cool, mixing bohemian pieces with city chic confidence in her style posts. Learn more about this tiny girl with larger than life #frenchiestyle in our fashion blogger Q & A as she shows off her Somedays Lovin’ Temple Beaded Vest from Electric Frenchie:
EF: Is the name “Little Black Boots” homage to a special pair of boots? If not, how did you come up with your blog name?
LBB: It is an ode to my favorite footwear. I have a pretty extensive collection of little black boots, but there is a special pair that I just can’t seem to take off.
EF: Your favorite trend of Summer 2013?
LBB: I really love the overalls comeback. It’s nice seeing a childhood classic all grown up. Plus, they are so damn comfy.
EF: When did you know you needed to start a fashion blog?
LBB: I really got the itch when I was living in San Diego a few years ago. Fashion had always been a big love of mine and I felt like I lost a bit of that during my time there. It was a culmination of needing a creative outlet and wanting to be a part of the blogger world I saw on the rise.
EF: What are a few projects you are working on right now?
LBB: A constant project is keeping my blog fresh and exciting. I’m venturing into other aspects of media that I haven’t tackled quite yet like Tumblr and videos. I’m also working on an online store so readers can shop my closet!
EF: What is it like when you and your boyfriend are out shooting? Are there any funny/embarassing stories of being in a crowded space doing #ootd’s?
LBB: In my early days I was an awkward mess. I was very uncomfortable shooting if there was even one person within a 2 mile radius. Now it’s pretty easy for me to block out any people that may be around me. My boyfriend is really good at being aware of where we are and making it as less painful for me as possible. We have a pretty awesome system now. The funniest experience was probably for my “10th Tribe” post. We were shooting on a hill off the side of a freeway out in the boonies. I was wearing a pretty scandalous outfit that pretty much looked like I forgot my pants. We had not one, but two cops show up to tell us to scram. The cherry on top was that he had to carry me on his back down the hill because heels and rocks don’t mix well.
EF: If you could travel anywhere next month where would you go?
LBB: Tough choice but probably to Tokyo. It would be nice to check that off my bucket list.
EF: Your favorite holiday?
LBB: Christmas! I love giving presents and the abundance of cookies.
EF: What’s the last really good concert/show you went to?
LBB: Major Lazer at Coachella blew my mind.
EF: Any advice for girls who want to start recording their style?
LBB: Don’t try to be like anyone else and have fun with it.
EF: Where did you grow up?
LBB: Orange County
EF: What Items are you craving from Electric Frenchie?
LBB: I love the coverups by Somedays Lovin’ and Kas New York. I also like the embroidered colorful purses.
When you think of tie-dye you think elementary school and hippies. However, when properly accessorized for the right occasion tie dye can be the perfect solution. Just this week Gypsy Junkies had a tie-dying party in West Hollywood that was packed!
When to wear tie dye:
#1 Festival season… duh! Pair it with a fringe bag and some over the top sunnies to embrace your inner boho queen!
Get this cute lil number here.
#2 At the Beach – There is something about the waves and sunshine that cry out for a great tie-dye cover-up!
#3 Paired with metallic accessories to glam it up for a night on the town!
#4 To the office – Whaat! Yes, wear tie dye to the office in low doses with a blazer and sleek blouse.
Get these black and grey muted tie dye pants here.
#5 Leave it to the accessories. Try tie-dye nails, shoes, bags and scarves over a simple outfit and let the tie dye do the talking!
We’d love to see how you rock your tie-dye! Instagram a photo and #frenchiestyle to show up in our Style Gallery!
The Caravan’s Olivia Lopez pairs our Gypsy Junkies Mimi Daisy Tunic with a simple leather bag and smart accessories for a day at the beach. Get the look at Electric Frenchie here.
For all you indie loving girls out there : Brae of fashion blog Ravishingly is the perfect inspiration. Her use of girly accents like frilly skirts, floral halos and quirky animal accessories is balanced with a charmingly monotone expression in her daily outfit posts. Electric Frenchie got a chance to interview her. Doesn’t she looks darling in our Mink Pink unicorn top!?
Interview after the jump…
Q: What is on your playlist?
A: It’s pretty diverse right now. I really like the new Disclosure album and I am into electronic music. SBTRKT is on rotation.
Q: You mentioned you have a frenchie too! What is his name and how did you come up with it?
A: I got Vincent, my frenchie last November. His litter mate is with my cousin’s brother. Vincent got his name because I wanted to give him a pompous stereotypical French name… but after a few months I realized that Vincent isn’t even French, it’s italian!
Q: Any funny stories about posting/picture taking? How do you take your photos?
A: I live in a small town in Montana so I am used to getting strange looks every time I walk out of the house. Also, because it’s a small town that is pretty spread out I can go ten minutes out of town and be completely secluded. So usually I set up a tripod and take photos myself. If I plan on going in public I definitely bring a friend to take photos for me.
Q: What excites you about indie fashion?
A: Anything goes. Thats the exciting part. It hasn’t been created yet. There isn’t a defined set of rules. You can make it whatever you want it to be.
Q: If you could travel anywhere next week where would it be?
A: Definitely Japan. It may be cliche but I really want to check out the Harijuku scene. I love the culture and street style in Japan.
Q: Who are some of your favorite bloggers?
A: Olivia Lopez of Lust for Life is great. I also enjoy Pale Division out of Australia and Fated To Be Hated out of Las Vegas.
Q:Who is your fave trend-setter. What ready to wear labels are you digging right now?
A: I like KTZ shoes. My friend showed me it recently and I love it. Shakuhachi out of Australian has amazing stuff. Stolen GF club out New Zealand. I am a shoe person.
Get her unicorn Mink Pink top here.
Q: How long have you been blogging and what inspired you to get it started?
A: It’s been about a year now. I started b/c I joined lookbook.nu and I started checking out other pals blogs and thinking and I could do that. It usually depends on the weather when I get out to take photos.
Q: What do you do when you aren’t blogging?
A: When its not Summer I go to school for Poly Sci with a minor in Media Arts… I don’t know what I am doing with it yet. I started pre-med and I don’t want to go to school for 15 hrs. I have a vintage shop too. I go to yard sales and find a lot of stuff. You never know what you are going to find… I love yard sales. Finding a box of mod clothing is like heaven.
Q: Who are you fashion icon(s)?
A: I wouldn’t say I have any per se. I like to look to the average and ordinary things in life for style inspiration.
Q: What pieces at Electric Frenchie make your heart skip a beat?
A: My pics include the Temple Beaded vest by Somedays Lovin’, The Finders Keepers Memphis Blues dress in black, Mink Pink cheeky studded shorts & the rose colored silk turban.
Be sure to check out Brae’s blog Ravishingly for your daily inspiration because while she can find inspo in the ordinary things in life, her outfits are anything but ordinary and definitely worth checking out!
From inspiration boards to reality, follow us through The Love Club look book photo shoot in Behind the Scenes with Electric Frenchie.
The lookbook debuts August 2nd here
While gathering inspiration I was attracted to the juxtaposition of lace and wood, soft and rustic. The forest habitat & natural watering hole was refreshing and the perfect back drop to beautiful models in elegant bohemia.
The trees at the shoot location were massive and the perfect canvas for lace doilies. While the girls were setting up the location, a squirrel ran down and stole one the antique pieces of lace for their nest home. I guess squirrels care about shabby-chic decor too!
Stylist Christian Ramirez always spoils us with the most amazing high-end designer pieces to complete the luxe boho vibe we love so much. From the sparkly Prada shoes to the amazingly ornate Rodarte heels, the models’ feet enjoyed some designer love.
For any of you who aren’t familiar with Lorde, I highly recommend her youthful and upbeat music. Wise beyond her 17 years, she sings of “The Love Club”, a clique in school who has everything and yet no one. She describes the “girls on top” and it reminded us of our beautiful models effortlessly floating about in accessible bohemian clothing that looks so much more expensive than it is. Her song was the inspiration for our pre-fall look book shoot.
Everyone, hands-on, to create the perfect shot. There is a makeup artist and three assistants out of this picture. The other two models are waiting in the cold RV in between takes!
Emilie gets her makeup done by pro Alyssa Garcia in a Gucci raven feather jacket that Jessica Alba wore the next day for a photoshoot!
After a 14 hour day we were tired but really happy because we were given small surprises through out the day (like a life size bird cage that happen to be on the premises) and had a team that worked really well together. Doing what you love for work is a blessing.
