Behind the Scenes: Unallied Magazine Cover Shoot

Lavenda's latest adventure in shooting was a cover & spread for Unallied Magazine. On location at a modern flat just outside of Portland, I was able to snap some pictures of our amazing team at work.

This shoot's vibe was sassy, playing with all the season's hottest hues. Working with daring lips, a dewy complexion and carefree summer looks, the results will undoubtedly leave all of us craving a tropical getaway & a piña colada (or two). 

xoxo,

Kelly

Fashion with Kelly: Fly Your Flag

Before we dive into what might be the quintessential outfit for a Fourth of July bash, allow me to introduce myself: I'm Kelly, Lavenda's new fashion photography intern -- lovely to meet you all! 

Over these next few months, I look forward to curating sartorial eye-candy & showing you behind the scenes on Lavenda's photo shoots (more on that later this week). 

Today's outfit is inspired by the "all-American darling". Hints of red, white, and blue make this ensemble fitting for any festivities that tomorrow may bring, but each element itself should feel right at home mixing & matching with your summer wardrobe. Something tells me it is going to be a scorching season, so we might as well enjoy it basking in the sun -- fashionably, of course. 

Shop the Look: 

Retro Red Knit Bikini at Bona Drag

Levi Cut Off Shorts at Free People (or a quick DIY project, too!)

Woven Dip-Dyed Tote at Need Supply Co.

Jeffrey Campbell Huarache Sandals at Urban Outfitters

Italian Vintage-Inspired Sunglasses by Madewell

Cathedral Park Hoop earrings by betsy & iya

Bronze & Turquoise Inlay Cuff by Pamela Love

xoxo,

Kelly

Portland Fashion Photographer: Self Portraits

Gosh, I remember back in the day when a tripod and remote were my best friends. Or my only friends, haha. I didn't have photography subjects back then so I practiced everything on myself. Anyhow... it sort of lost it's magic and I think I kind of forgot about the fun and ease a tripod brings to a self- portrait shoot.
I have been blogging my outfits on a separate shoot called "Lavenda's Closet", but quickly realized it wouldn't be frequent enough to hold it's own. Instead of posting solely there, I will be combining these shoots with my LAVENDA blog- right here!
Now that I have rediscovered my tripod, this will be a lot easier and hopefully more frequent.

So, for Christmas this year I found myself overwhelmed with the amount of presents that were "spot-on", like this Marc Jacobs clutch from my little brother.


These green trousers from JCREW were another favorite my husband, Jelani. The beanie came in my stocking from Santa, heehee.



The tank underneath is by TART, the cardigan from Rhapsody Boutique by LA Made, and the "L" necklace from Nordstrom.

These TBA platforms are a fun little treat I picked up at the Solestruck Sample sale. There were marked down like 90%.


I can't wait for Spring to arrive so that I can wear these outfits for more than a quick run outside. It's cold enough to snow these days, but not quite wet enough... PS Check out Kelly Peach for hair color and cuts. She did my beautiful new auburn look!