Bralette

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Tailored Tantrums

With the California weather warming up again I felt like wearing one of my favorite trends, a retro bralette. I find them romantic on so many levels, from the dainty lace to the shameless cuts. Bralettes are the perfect cross between a bra and a crop top. Unfortunately they really work best on smaller busts but I have worn the same color bra underneath to give myself a bit more support since they are wireless and padless. Just go up a size so it isn’t to tight.

I prefer wearing mine with muscle tees to bring a touch of feminine, but not forgetting of course to style with large bohemian jewelry. After all I am a California girl, hippie at heart.

How would you style your bralette?

Bralette by ANGL

(similar here and here)

Cold Shoulder

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Tailored Tantrums

Whaaaat? I’m obsessed with this modern, edgy way to add body jewelry as a shoulder pad. I’m now on the hunt for the perfect metal piece or I might have to tap into my design skills and create one. I’m seeing turquoise beads with gold and copper chains. Are you digging it?

Vanessa Mooney

DIY Adornment

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Tailored Tantrums

The summer wouldn’t be complete without making a trip to Lake Havasu. A few weeks ago we enjoyed an “adult” weekend with some friends. I had almost forgotten what it was like to have no responsibilities. However I don’t feel too guilty… I know my babies enjoyed quality time with their Abuela.

The water was warm, the boat ran perfectly, the sunsets were mesmerizing and many more memories were made.

One of my favorite swimsuits that I just can’t seem to part with is my Susan Elizabeth 2 piece. It holds sentimental value to me from my design days at FIDM. While attending school I worked backstage for Mercedes Benz Fashion week. To bring new life and spruce it up a tad bit, I decided to remove the string around the neck and bottoms, and add a chain. It was rather simple, easy and gave it some warmth. Lately gold is my favorite obsession!

I purchased a simple chain, sewed a loop through the chain and used a metal key ring (same gold color of course) to connect the two sides. Place the bathing suit top over your head, as you would a necklace and simply tie the lower strings around your back. Next time I will photograph a step by step DIY.