Best of 2012: Instagram Style

2013 has already produced a few really life changing events. Looking back at my favorite low key moments of 2012 has grounded me and brought peace. I'm excited to see what big and little things this next year holds.

I went blonde via St. Louis hair extraordinaire Kristen Linares.

My Style: Off Days & Freelance

 Bodysuit by American Apparel

Skirt x Urban Outfitters

Tote x Gifted

Watch x Fossil

Tennies x Keds

My Style: Recent St. Louis Shopping (More Leather, More Cat Eyes)

Earrings x Fable & Lore

Sunglasses x Clr-Mnstr

Sweater x Gap

Necklaces x Clr-Mnstr & Miss Ohio Vintage

Skirt x Clr-Mnstr

Watch x Fossil

Clutch x Miss Ohio Vintage

Tights x Bakers

Booties x H by Halston via Bakers

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

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

St. Louis Event: Gentleman's Emporium (A Handmade Happy Hour Production)

Excited is an understatement. St. Louis' most unique shopping event is just around the corner. Make it downtown to The Gentleman's Emporium for a night of live music, bourbon, beer and bacon. Locally sourced, handmade goods, Made in the U.S.A. products and ethically imported gift items will be available from up to 20 STL vendors. While the product will focus on mens and gender neutral items, select womens vendors will also be on hand to  make gift shopping both easy and fun for the men in our lives. Complimentary gift wrapping will also be available to guests.

Save the date 12.21.12 and RSVP to St. Louis' most unique shopping event here.

Like Gentleman's Emporium on Facebook to vote on which bacon snacks you can find at the event, stay up to date on vendors and entertainment and more.