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Upcoming Event: High Tea with Spartan

If you want to get a little away from the SXSW madness, this event next Thursday sponsored by Dripping Springs Vodka at Spartan/Bows + Arrows is a lovely option.

Urban Outfitters Live in Austin

I accidentally stumbled upon this event a couple of years ago when I was out shopping during SXSW.  You can check out what bands are playing at Urban Outfitters this year and the schedule here.

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Belle Sleeves

Blakesley King

Spotted: Beauty Bar

Favorite Austin spot: Haddington's

Occupaton: Soda jerk at Big Time Candy Shop

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Upcoming Event: Buy Defintion and Dog & Pony Fever For Spring Sale

Need to do some last minute shopping for SXSW?  Dog & Pony is having a sale this weekend just for you.

More Stylish Free Events During SXSW

Poshmark Presents TxSC Posh Party

Sat. March 10th 7-10pm

Posh App

• The physical Posh party is closed and open only to Texas Style Council attendees, but you can shop the closets of the Posh Party attendees (including myself and many other stylish bloggers) via the Posh app for your iPhone- pretty cool!

Warby Parker Citizen's Circus

Mon. March 12th - Wed. March 14th

French Legation Museum (8th St. and Embassy Dr.)

• all ages event
• drinks and snacks
• live music
• more info here

Fashion Freakout 5

There are plenty of fashion shows in Austin (and dare I say a majority?) that are thrown together last minute, lacking good styling, or just simply sad.  But Fashion Freakout is not your typical Austin fashion show.  Fashion Freakout does what other fashion shows don't by capturing the youthful, fun, and stylish fashion scene happening in Austin with its playful models, creative styling of vintage clothing, and time and dedication put in by everyone behind the scenes.  Last night Fashion Freakout 5 lived up to the Fashion Freakout legacy by going above and beyond other shows I have seen in Austin.  Once again the Freakout proves that our town is full of creative people with an eye for fashion who can put on an entertaining show that draws a large lively crowd.

This year Charm School Vintage, the newest store of the bunch, had a very memorable collection with its 1930s inspired show which gave nods to burlesque and old Hollywood glam.  Every Charm School Vintage outfit had a cinematic quality and brought its own character to the show which helped to tell the Charm School story.  The veterans of the group, Prototype Vintage Design, gave us a more modern take on vintage with a collection fit for a young urban partygoer.  The mixture of floral prints and pretty party dresses with spiked punk accessories and pops of neon color combined to make a stylish contradiction.  Buffalo Exchange's first half of the show simply used color (red and black) as a way to tie the collection together.  The second half of the Buffalo Exchange show was more visually interesting than the first.  Buffalo Exchange's second half of the show told a unique story that felt like a modern take on a Greek tragedy by combining white flowy goddess-like dresses and feathers with punk spikes (I spy some Dog and Pony assistance) and goth inspired makeup by Avant Salon and Spa who handled the hair and makeup for the whole show.

SXSW Stylish FREE Events!

Overwhelmed by SXSW events?  Me too!  If you're unsure what to go to and you're looking for some style and fashion focused events, here are my recommendations for you!  These are all free events that don't require a badge, and some don't even require an RSVP.  But make sure you RSVP to the ones that do have an RSVP.  

See ya at SXSW!  And check back as I'll continue updating this list and adding more details...

Texas Style Council Conference

Tickets for the Texas Style Council Conference are already sold out, but that doesn't mean you can't still partake in some of the stylish fun and network with Style Council attendees:

• Friday March 9th, 4-6pm - Happy Hour at Taverna (258 W.2nd)
• Friday March 9th 6-10pm- Swapaholics clothing swap at TxSC 2nd Street District Headquarters (202 W. Cesar Chavez), RSVP here

Plain Ivey Jane 2nd Birthday Bash

Saturday March 10th, 2-7pm
Plain Ivey Jane (408 W.2nd)

• on site custom screen printing by Racecar
• custom handmade wallets by local designer AnneMarie
• artwork by Mary Central Studio
• drinks by Deep Eddy Vodka
• DJ Mr.Burnz

Spikey in Pink

Everyone knows I like a good juxtaposition, so, hard spikes on a pretty pink jacket?  I'm in love!  I ran straight towards these spiked up jean jackets at the Dog and Pony pop up shop at Beauty Bar last night and had to try on this pink one.  I just can't seem to get enough of Star's DIY denim adventures.  Owner Star Lee and her gang have been hard at work preparing tons of jean jackets and shorts for SXSW.  You can go check out more of the fabulous spiked up denim at Dog and Pony. 

P.S. I got my hair re-dyed right before this party, so it's lookin a little on fire in this photo!  What do y'all think?


Joanna Wilkinson
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Fun Fashion Find: Snakeskin Wedge

Just when I thought I would never get into the snakeskin trend, these Jeffrey Campbells have me second guessing the look.  I especially love the hint of blue in these funky wedges.

Kelsey by Jeffrey Campbell, $162

Found at: Stella Says Go

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Christine Fail's Schatzelein

Just as hard as it is to pronounce this local boutique's name, Schatzelein (pronounced shots a line), it is just as easy to become enamored with its selection of jewelry.   Schatzelein owner, Christine Fail, has carefully curated a variety of handmade designer jewelry from around the world for this special Austin jewelry boutique.  Among the international artists, Schatzelein also proudly offers several Austin based designs including owner Christine Fail's own line of simple yet modern pieces.

This South 1st accessories boutique has been around for a little over a year now.  I have been meaning to check it out for awhile, but only recently made it inside and I am so glad I did!  This boutique contains many beautiful pieces and several different styles from antique inspired chunky rings to lightweight understated earrings.  While the selection of styles is varying, the quality is not.  Every brand carried at Schatzelein is well-made and has been thoughtfully selected.  But while the designs are high quality and handmade, the prices are not outrageous.  I have my eye on a few pieces and will definitely be back. 

Check out my photos of Schatzelein and its beautiful jewelry:      

Glitter and Gold

Lizzy Newsome

Spotted at: Glitter & Gold Poshmark party at Etcetera Etc.

What she does: Toy curator of Toy Joy

Favorite Austin spot: Xanadu Karaoke Room at the Highball

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Upcoming Event: Bleach Online's Tokyo Plum Release

Bleach Online launches their newest issue at Beauty Bar this Wednesday.  Should be a great event to do some style watching.  Plus 2 of my favorite Austin shops, Laced with Romance and Dog & Pony, will both be setting up pop up shops!

Event details below:

Tiffany's Boy Blue

Alexander Comsudi

Spotted: South Congress

What he does: Merchandiser for Zara

Favorite Austin place: The Greenbelt

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Kitty Cat Eye

Lauren Vitello

Spotted: South Congress

What she does: designs jewelry at Corvus Noir

Favorite Austin place: she doesn't know yet because 

she's from NY but is moving to Austin soon

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Fun Fashion Find: Mickey Hat

I know that it was like 90 degrees today and Austin is about to start melting so there's no more use for winter hats, but this Mickey Mouse hat is just too much fun to ignore.

 Sauce Mickey Hat, $38

Found: Etcetera, Etc.

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Upcoming Event: Leap into Spring with Fawn + Raven

Spring is almost here, and Fawn + Raven is leaping in with a party to celebrate the new season.  With complimentary drinks from Deep Eddy Vodka, March 8th is a great time to shop at Austin's new boutique Fawn + Raven.  

Please note that this event was previously scheduled for a different time and has been moved to Thursday, March 8th!

Event details below:

Casually Crested

I have a lot more free time now that I am doing strictly freelance work, so I'm taking the opportunity to shoot more Street Style photos.  Plus, I plan on taking a ton of Street Style photos during SXSW because  that was my favorite part of SXSW last year.  So, if you're gonna be out and about, make sure you are keeping Austin stylish!

Stancey Moore

Found: 2nd St. shopping district

Occupation: Architecture student

Favorite Austin spot: Book People

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Upcoming Event: Fabricker Grand Opening

Fabricker has only been open about a month, but has already gathered a following of local designers and crafters who are loving this new fabric store's unique selection of carefully curated fabrics.  Next Friday is a great excuse to come check out the store is you haven't already because Fabricker is throwing a Grand Opening party!

Event details below:

Fawn + Raven

It took me awhile to find Fawn + Raven.  Even though I'm directionally challenged, you can't really blame me.  Tucked away on W.35th, this new little boutique is easy to miss.  But what's behind the big wooden door of this tiny grey house should not be overlooked.  With its wallpapered walls, dark moody interior, and belts hidden away in drawers, it really feels like you're in your own closet when you're inside this boutique.  Or rather, this is what you would want your closet to be if you could have one of those luxurious Real Housewives type of walk-in closets. 

The small setup of Fawn + Raven definitely lends itself to an intimate customer service shopping experience, which is what store owner, Kim Sierra, specializes in.  Kim encourages customers to set up an appointment if they need some one-on-one styling help.  Besides the personal styling, one of the things that makes Fawn + Raven unique is its selection of brands you won't find much of in Austin- Gypsy Junkies, House of Harlow, Beatrice from Italy, and Clover Canyon, to name a few.  But Kim likes to mix in a few lower end brands like Ark & Co. as well so clients can meld lower end pieces with higher end pieces.  "As long as its made well, we will carry it" says Kim.  She's also keen to carry local designers and has many jewelry pieces by local Austin designer Rene Guest.