St. Louis Fashion: Leopard Boutique, Webster Groves

I've got some holiday cash burning a hole in my pocket and my first shopping stop is Leopard Boutique. St. Louis fashion has been blessed with a trendy, affordable boutique by way of Rachel Sauter. The Webster Groves shop specializes in timeless wardrobe staples and the statement making pieces that will pull your whole look together.

My Style: Leather, Denim & St. Louis Fashion

Jacket x BCBG Max Azria

Tunic/Dress x H&M

Denim x Arden B.

Necklaces x Ivy Hill + Geranium

Watch x Fossil

Bracelet x Urban Outfitters

Shoes x H by Halston via Bakers Shoes

Support Independent STL: Local is the New Black

Friday night, I’ll be celebrating the art of shopping at Gentleman’s Emporium over some welcome beer, bourbon and bacon. Handmade, locally sourced and ethically imported goods will be for sale via nearly 20 independent St. Louis businesses. Goods for the whole family will be up for grabs, ranging from vintage fashion and handcrafted jewelry to records, wallets and prints. Music will be playing. Booze and food will be served generously. It’s really the perfect atmosphere for any holiday shopper guilty of a little procrastination and in need of a stiff one.

Yet, it’s not just a night out with friends over complimentary cocktails. When you buy a gift from an independent vendor you are literally putting gifts under his own tree. You are paying her electric bill, or feeding her beloved pet. You are paying for a trip for him to see his mom. An engagement ring. A dinner with friends. When you buy from a small business, you are creating jobs. You are keeping their equally indie, U.S.A. made suppliers’ doors open.

STL Venue: Get Weird at Plush St. Louis

STL has no shortage of great places to hang, but Plush has been topping my happy hour / brunch / Sunday funday lists lately. If you like yummy food with Southern flair and can handle an above average calorie intake, I strongly encourage you to order a side of biscuits and gravy with your country fried chicken wings. In contrast, my kir royale was super yum. Fortunately, multiple floors of oddities allow you to get weird and take fun photos.

Mega-babe Brittany Browers of Lace&Dagger sipping some bourbon.

My Style: Girls Day at Plush STL Featuring Clr-Mnstr

In the spirit of my Local Holiday Giveaways, I decked out in Clr-Mnstr to show you just how versatile this trendy downtown boutique really is (Actually, it was completely on accident - I just love all these pieces). From the Jeffrey Campbell/Nasty Gal obsessed to the Zara type and everything in between (yes, even the J.Crew loving Mint Julep can't visit without making a purchase), I promise you won't walk out of Clr-Mnstr empty handed.

The Fox & Gypsy and Lace & Dagger ladies joined me at Plush St. Louis for an afternoon of outfit photos and super spicy bloody marys. (And later, an evening of local craft beer and Jenga at Urban Chestnut Brewing Company.) Here's a few shots of my Clr-Mnstr heavy ensemble, all taken by Brittany Bowers of Lace & Dagger.

 Jacket x Clr-Mnstr

Tunic/Dress x Clr-Mnstr

Origami Necklace x Clr-Mnstr

Black & Gold Necklace x Forever 21

Bracelet x Fossil

Belt x Unknown

Denim x Ann Taylor Loft

Gold Cap Toe Pumps x H by Halston via Bakers Shoes

Clutch x Retro 101/Cherry Bomb Vintage

My Style: Sunday Funday & New St. Louis Vintage

Sunday Funday was spent with fellow fashion bloggers Emily and Danica of Fox & Gypsy and Brittany of Lace&Dagger. We raided Plush St. Louis and took advantage of their spacious, vintage environment and laid back attitude. Bloody Marys were consumed. Photos were taken. These particular shots are credited to my babe friend Brittany. (P.S. Eight pair of Bakers Shoes made their way to the shoot.)

Hat x Bakers Shoes

Vintage Top x Miss Ohio Vintage (St. Louis, Etsy)

Skirt x BCBG

Coat x H&M

Faux Ostrich Handbag x Bakers Shoes

Boots x Kelsi Dagger via Gilt Groupe

Bracelet x Fossil

STL Fashion: Blue Bird Apparel Flash Giveaway #1

Want to win $25 to BlueBirdApparel.com? Tweet @MissOhioVintage & @BlueBirdApparel using the tag #ILUVBLUEBIRD to be entered to win a $25 gift card! Must follow both to be eligible to win. Entries being accepted until 11:59pm CST 12/10/2012.

Don't forget to like Heartland Underdog and Blue Bird Apparel on Facebook for exclusive offers, giveaways, new product and more.

xx! - Linds

STL Fashion: Devil City Giveaway Winner

At 11:00am this morning, I used Shortstackapp.com's random number generator to select the winner of the $75 Devil City gift card! With Patrick Shaw as my witness, we randomly drew one name....

Congratulations to Heather Nelson! You have won a $75 gift card to Devil City in The Delmar Loop and will be receiving an email shortly.

For those of you who entered, but didn't win... follow me on Twitter today for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Blue Bird Apparel sometime this weekend! Follow @BlueBirdApparel and @MissOhioVintage to be eligible to win and watch for the entry tweet. 

Best of luck! Up next.... A $50 Clr-Mnstr gift card! Stay tuned and Happy Holidays! Local is the new black.

xx - Linds

St. Louis Shopping: Devil City (Holiday Giveaway #1!)

If you're shopping local this holiday season, start with Devil City for top quality, Made in the U.S.A. apparel and accessories for men, women and children. Vintage inspired dresses, skirts and statement pieces line the walls, with retro jewelry and kitschy collectibles peppered throughout the thoughtfully designed shop. A rockabilly vibe complements a high end aesthetic. Devil City is a mecca for fashionable ladies and gents who stray from the mundane.

My Most Recent Purchase: Ornamental Things Horseshoe Necklace from Devil City on Yours Truly.

To celebrate the holiday shopping season, I've teamed up with Devil City to give away a $75 gift card to the chic St. Louis shop.

My Style: The New Outfit Post

Welcome ot the new outfit post. Sorta. Someone convince Patrick to take photos for me? This extremely easy outfit was thrown together in our closet of a hotel room post NYC night out.

Top x H&M
Bag x Coach
Skirt x Forever 21
Boots x Diba @ Bakers Shoes
Sunnies x Lulu's c/o Blue Bird Apparel
Bracelets x BelleStyle, Miss Ohio Vintage, Urban Outfitters
Tote c/o ShopStyle