I had never done anything like this before so it was a completely new experience. Even though I was extremely excited I was also very nervous but luckily Lauren and the staff at barefoot were very welcoming and made me feel at ease.
I was told I could pick any pieces from the store to style the window and that was not an easy task! I loved everything (for myself ;)) so it was hard narrowing it down to only four outfits.
Luckily I was able to put together four looks that I was in love with. It was impossible to take a picture of the outside window display (too much glare) so here some pictures of everything separately.
My theme was "Inspiration". I bought a $3 polaroid camera and took pictures of things that inspire me and made faux-polaroids. The pictures are of the people in my life, of places I've been, from magazines, and of my favourite blogs. The polaroids were spread out throughout the display and on the cake stand.
The sign was made by my super talented brother James. He an incredible artist and uses spray paint to create the most amazing pieces of art work. He is putting together a website and I can't wait until it's done so I can share it with you. He put this sign together in an hour using cardboard, masking tape and spray paint (I later added the faux-polaroid) and I love how it turned out!!
And finally, the lovely ladies who I spent the day with. Nicole (of Le Mode Du Jour) styled the other window and that made me extra nervous! If you've seen her blog you know she has amazing style and I knew she'd put together some amazing outfits.
The amazing and super generous Lauren of Barefoot Contessa!
I would post a picture of my assistant (my sister) but then she'd text me and yell at me. Soo i'll just say thanks again Jess ;)
So that's it! My Barefoot Contessa window display! I hope you like it!
Wow that's impressive! I think you did a fabulous job! I love the fourth look with the blazer, very cute.
ReplyDeleteI love the lacy skirt and pink shirt combo!
ReplyDeleteSo lovely.
Ms. Melissa what a great job! congratulations. . .I am so excited to see your stuff=)
ReplyDeleteI love it!! The polaroid photos was such a great idea. The second look is my favorite : )
ReplyDelete-Samantha
http://sincerelysamanth.com
Great job, Melissa! I just love this idea!
ReplyDeleteGreat job! You are super talented, and I love all the looks you put together. I can see you rocking every one of them. Amazing!
ReplyDeleteFabulous window display! Found your blog today and will be back to read your updates. :-)
ReplyDeletewow your looks amazing! you totally outdid me, my window is underwhelming and bare compared to yours. I love your theme and all your faux polaroids. Your sign is lovely as well so kudos to your brother! You have such a great family who are so supportive of you :) You should be proud of yourself Mel, you really outdid yourself but it looks great! Makes me wish I had more time to put more effort into my window!
ReplyDeleteHoly cow, that is an AMAZING opportunity! Looks like a super fun time! You did a great job, I especially like the outfit with the frilly nude top.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day!
Jen
p.s. If you don't mind me asking, how did you land this gig?
I love love lace! Awesome job! SO creative and unique.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing experience. The window looks great, and I like how you used the Polaroids to capture inspiration. So creative. - Katy
ReplyDeleteI love it! Especially that lace and sequin number. It all looked so great when I went to stop by, too.
ReplyDeleteSo happy The Anthology was part of your inspiration!
*Kelsey
super cute! love the theme! your bro is super talented too!
ReplyDeleteLiz: Thanks! I loved that look too. I actually bought that top after my display had been taken down haha.
ReplyDeleteShannon: The ruffle top was actually a favourite but my size wasn't left. such a shame!
samantha: Thanks!
Samantha: I loved how the polaroids turned out. They made me wish that polaroid film wasn't so expensive! haha.
Chloe: Thanks missy!
Curls and Pearls: I honestly would have taken each one home if I could have haha. And thanks :)
Fashion Trends: Thank you! I look forward to hopefully reading more of your comments! :)
Nicole: Your window was perfect m'dear! I appreciate your kind words and yes, my family is very supportive :)
Jen: Thank you, I adore that frilly top as well! And I was contacted by Lauren at barefoot and she asked if I was interested in participating. It was my first time doing anything like this!
Diet Starts Tomorrow: I am also loving lace lately, that's why I had to incoporate it some how! haha
Katy: Thanks so much. There are some amazingly talented fashion bloggers participating so I was hoping the polaroids would help me stand out haha.
Kels: I'm so happy you stopped by. It means a lot that you liked it :) and of course you are a huge inspiration to me! Not only your fashion but your love for life :)
Booo I just realized how fob I sounded in my first comment. "Your looks amazing"? what the hell is that? haha sorry!! I meant "your looks ARE Amazing!"
ReplyDeleteI'm a perfectionist, I can't help it haha it's a disease!
thanks for your kind words dear, but I only speak the truth!
Erin: Thanks soo much! And yes my brother is extremely talented. That sign really isn't a good indication of how good he is now that I think about it haha.
ReplyDeleteNicole: I'm the same way. I hate tweeting spelling mistakes. It's the worst ;)
Wow your window is amazing! I love how you had a concept that pulled it all together. The 2nd outfit is my fav!
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