Saturday, February 12, 2011

Free Bird










(Photos and Video by Dylana Suarez)

You probably can tell I love the whole boho, free spirited look consisting of messy locks and long flowing skirts. With the perfectly warm weather, it feels only appropriate to wear a lightweight tank top by Denise Focil for Aplinestars along with a vintage maxi skirt. I honestly cannot get all things maroon! I found it in a thrift shop over on Fairfax and of course I had to buy it. Someone slap me and get me into wearing a different shade!

Anyways, Dylana and I ventured over to an old open field by a church. It was more like a deserted baseball field and somewhat of a playground (which really was just a broken seesaw and barbie truck). Makes for an interesting location you see lol. With absolutely no one around, it was the perfect place to frolic about, get a little dirt in my boots, and create this short video. We got sent a flip cam and decided to test it out. Simply took a few quick clips as the sun was setting, mashed them all together, and threw in some good old mellow music. All done in just under an hour (not so bad for us newcomers). My hand still has numbers written all over it from trying to jot down notes while cutting/editing and incorporating sound ( hopefully this gets easier with time?)...but it was all worth it in the end. So there you have it, my first outfit video!

Also, I have updated my site by tagging/uploading my photos with Tag Loudly. Simply drag your mouse over my first picture and you can see the details to my look! The genius behind this website is Sophia Chou of the fashion blog Phosphene. I am so happy Sophia invited me early on to test out her site and I'm in love with it! It is easy to use and the quality of the photos are amazing. Not only is she one of my favorite bloggers (go see her super chic and classic looks), she is ridiculously smart and already doing great things! Soooo, from Sophia to me to YOU, all my readers are invited to join Tag Loudly and get UNLIMITED accounts (meaning unlimited uploading space, extremely high quality images, etc) with this CODE! This totally free membership is only for now as the site is still new and because ya'll are oh so special! So get on it, join, and get taggin!

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187 comments:

Sip of inspiration.... said...

You look so beautiful... like always ! :)
xoxo,Kinga.

Cindy said...

I'm loving all your skirts!

theairtonight.blogspot.com

Shared closet said...

UUUUUUUUOOOOooooooo.....:O!!!!!!!!
OMG... :O!!! the best outfit ever in the blog history:D
i am going to show right now the pics to my sis!:)
xoxo

Sandra said...

shirt, bag and hat <33
xoxo

mademoiselleandcomag said...

Love it ;))
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Shevah said...

I love this look on you. Everything about it just looks so perfect.





www.shevahh.blogspot.com
xo

Lindsay said...

YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL NATALIE! this outfit is just perfect, i love the relaxed boho vibe. the video is amazing, can't believe its your first one! you and dylana are so talented, best bloggers around!

thestyle-child.blogspot.com

ediot said...

what a brilliant post.
love the outfit. you look fantastic. and nice video too!
thanks for sharing

x

franca maisha said...

lovely outfit, like always :)

xx

dEJOISS said...

Really obsessed with your blog. :) Nice outfit. ^^

Dejoiss

Closet Fashionista said...

Love the outfit and the video is so cool! :D
http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

Mei said...

I watched your vid, and I was like 'darn she's tall!' and so free ^___^ you enjoy your life.

xx~

Daria Hutt said...

PER-FECT. Love, love this outfit. This bag and hat, you look so great.



^^

♥ El blog de moda de Daria Hutt

María Rubio said...

great outfit, photos and video!! ♥

A N G E L A said...

great outfit!! :) it great to be able to see the movement of your skirt! very pretty!

xx

fashionbit

noura. said...

you're lovelyyy

Lyrica Onyrica said...

You girl are sooooo beautiful when you smile!! In the second picture...even when that smile is soft and weak! kind of Gioconda smile!:) so sweet!

Absolutely a perfect outfit. Love the "grey-green" of your top!

Muaaaaaaaaaaaaa

AVY said...

That skirt is so pretty!

Avy /
http://mymotherfuckedmickjagger.blogspot.com/

Nadine said...

youre SO beautiful, I'm in love with your blog and you have a new follower!! Keep up the amazing work

xx Nadine from www.allthatstyle.blogspot.com

Karoline Kalvø said...

Gorgeous. Love the make up as well. You are the living proof that less is more. Stunning.

Check out my blog if you've got time and feel like it. It would mean a lot. I've just started.

Karoline Kalvo

Michelle said...

you are beautiful;)

Ohmyglam said...

omg you're so damn pretty and your blog is amazing! we are following you!
Kisses from Venezuela Girl!
xoxo

Tasha said...

I love that hat! The flowy tank is a lovely top too! Bohemian inspired looks are some of my favorite! You look great! And oh how I wish it was warm enough to wear sleeveless tops here!

Virginie Lavallée Bélanger said...

I adore this look! The cami has the perfect shape and I love the details. Your so pretty :)

Virginie’s Cinema

Becky-May said...

You look beautiful as always! I can't wait until it's warm enough here to wear all my tanks and loose skirts with no tights or coat! The video is precious as well :)

The Flower Girl
x

Tonya said...

THis is just amazing. I'm in LOVE with this outfit! Ahh so awesome!

www.themoptop.com

Gorgeous Clara said...

wow! looking perfect as always! I love the skirt!

Nerdic.. said...

Love the hat and the first photo is gorgeouss!!
x fashionnerdic

bloo. said...

thank you so much for your sweet comment ;-))

you look so chic !!


x
johanna

Cindy, fashionsbeauty said...

So cool, great idea xoxo

www.fashionsbeauty.com

Kathleen Carla. said...

i loved the video!! so happy you're starting to make outfit videos, the first one is so great for just making it under one hour!! :) you & Dylana got skillsss ;).
And, i love the flowy/loose-fitted top with the maxi, a great combo I need to try out! Keep inspiring girl! And hope you're having a lovely Valentine's Day weekend! :)

<3, Kathleen.

UPTOWN WIFE said...

Love the video! You can totally pull off this look! You look gorgeous!

ZANAH said...

You look amazing & the video was shot well !!! Well done :)

Dylana Suarez said...

Gorgeous!

xoxo,

colormenana.blogspot.com

Everyone loves fashion said...

hey girl, thanks for being so inspiring and amazing, you have no idea how im happy because of your checking my blog :) hah such a pleasure. keep going girl ;)

KcomeKarolina said...

you look FAB babe!!! it's not fair it's so warm there :///




xoxo from rome
K.
http://kcomekarolina.blogspot.com/

DediLovesFashion said...

i totally love your skirt.
xoxo

lifeisamaze said...

I love your outfit and the video is cool !!!

Laura said...

Wow great video!!

Irene said...

You look great again!

xoxo irene
www.myfashionfindings.com

Breshna S. said...

oh my! this outfit is gorgeous and so are you! Have to try out the tag thingy too, looks really cool!

x,
www.littlefashionnotes.blogspot.com

thefashionguitar.com said...

I'm in love with the hat! It's perfect!

xo thefashionguitar.com

Carrie said...

Beautiful top! I love your hat and bag too!

http://carriesfashiondiary.blogspot.com/

devorelebeaumonstre. said...

this skirt is amazing. love it paired with that top. x


devorelebeaumonstre.com

Meg said...

Vintage skirts fits you very very well!
Amazing vintage look!
Meg

http://megarasfashionsketchbook.blogspot.com/

Raspberry Jam said...

Lovely skirt!

http://sweetraspberryjam.blogspot.com/



XOXO

Marinka said...

You look so beautiful, I like your top a lot! You are a really nice girl ^^

Nicole Holm said...

Beautiful look, this outfit is definitely in your element.

http://loveisdeer.blogspot.com

LIGH✝Sdrivemysoul said...

One of my favorite looks of yours yet! That hat is perfecttt, and so is that tank and skirt paired together!


www.lightsdrivemysoul.blogspot.com
xxSea

Wymarzona Szafa said...

very profesional video! fantastic face and all the rest on You!!!!

Miss Molly said...

awesome outfit, i really love your hat

http://missmollyfashions.blogspot.com/

fashion.gossipmk said...

Very pretty! As always :)) M.

ana b. said...

I love all the drapey long lines of this outfit. And the video is great. The wind on your outfit is magic.

Lainey said...

You look so magnificent in these pics! I absolutely love that velvet skirt. It's just moves so beautifully.

Pretty Vintage said...

looking beautiful!

www.prettyvintage1.blogspot.com

Deni said...

I totally love this look FYI your hat is amazing :)

Aubrey and Melissa said...

Thanks for the comment! Love your blog! You take really beautiful photos, and I have been looking through recent posts, I really love your style! Maybe we can follow each other? :)

Caroline said...

This could be right out of Free People lookbook.

Sarah Margeurite said...

Oh my gosh I want that skirt so bad! Maroon looks so nice on you.

TIMELESS IS MORE said...

Looking fabulous! Love the video!!

I have a Q-Pot Giveaway on my blog!!

http://timeless-is-more.blogspot.com/

Shamini said...

beautiful video!
loving your shoes and skirt
xoxo

S. said...

You look amazing! (As always, hahah)
I love the outfit, and the video is sooo adorable.
xx

Mimi-Louise-Love said...

im in LOVE with this post!!!! i love boho free spirits!

lilyfm said...

I'm in love! this is so nice, i love your skirt it looks gorgeous you on <33

Nela said...

hope you'll win award fot the best blog.)

SheShotta said...

GORGEOUS !

tess stam said...

Fabulous outfit, loving the bag

Manja said...

Oh, that velvet skirt is super pretty and I love the idea of an outfit video!

Zoë said...

This is perfect!
I love the colours & those boots!
Thanks for visiting me!
xx
zoë

K said...

Nice hat. Have you noticed that your outfit is weirdly reminiscent of the shop freepeople.com ad on your sidebar?

K xx


http://duenotice.blogspot.com/

Fleur said...

You look adorable! =)

Have a nice weekend!

XOXO

sophie said...

you are so pure, a real natural beauty!

http://blondfreckledgirl.blogspot.com/

Annika said...

gorgeous. where do you get all the vintage?

Escape

The Dubois Collection said...

Like the hat and ring. It was a really cool video as well :)

amalie said...

you look gorgeous. i love your skirt and top! also that bag is so nice.
xx

Mary said...

nice :)

haze said...

aren't you the sweetest face, dove?
i love the first photo.. oh dear, i love them all. :)♥

Sophia said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE.

this look is perfect, the ink blue with burgundy topped off with a vintage bucket bag.

you are seriously way too sweet hun for mentioning the site. i'm so happy to see other bloggers responding positively. i have to offer more handy tools and features to all of you soonnn.

BIG X.

Hannah said...

Love your blog. Hope you're having a great weekend xx

Haru said...

I'm in love with your bag and hat!! Cute smile :)

Haru x

goodbyestockholm said...

just voted for ya on bloglovin. and this gotta be my fave looks of yours, Nat!

adele said...

great photos! i love your top! <3
xx

yougotsomesttyle.blogspot.com

Yasmeen Fahmy said...

I absolutely adore this outfit. You're so damn pretty!! :X The skirt is so chic. I love your outfits :O

Yasmeen
Castle Fashion

Jessica said...

your asymmetrical top is absolutely my favorite!
and that skirt is pure perfect!
i love how wind blows that skirt so perfectly and it seems like that skirt has the lightest material!
love it!

http://eclecticraccoon.blogspot.com/

she851518 said...

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Nariese said...

Gorgeous skirt!

Emily said...

really cute! totally my style, love the color of the skirt and the fabric if that blouse looks dreamy.

Laurita P said...

i'm diggin the relaxed vibe of this outfit.

http://adorablydeliciouslp.blogspot.com/

Promise said...

Thanks soo much for commenting on my blog. I love the way you've done your blog, how it shows the detail when you go over the boxes. That's amazing.

I'm going to follow you, hope you follow back...x

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jae said...

thanks for commenting on my blog, lovelovelove your style! so pretty, defintaley following, feel free to follow back if you like!

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stacey margaret said...

Thankyou for your lovely comment. Lets follow eachother!

Lynn said...

Lovely skirt!

xoxo
http://melancora.blogspot.com

amy@flyingakite.blogspot.com said...

You and your sister have such wondrous eyes for fabrics. You wear everything so beautifully~ I bet mama's proud :)~


love amy ^.^
flyingakite.blogspot.com

Absolutely Mrs. K said...

You can come up with so many different styles, I love your bohemian and easy/stylish looks. The combination between the simple pieces is always looking fabulous: simple pieces+stylish look= you’ve got style. The bohemian style works so well for you, some girls would look messy but you look ABSOLUTELY fabulous. I adore the combination off the black boots and the bag. But what I love the most are the details on the bag in combination with your accessories, just perfect. Love you in skinny jeans, your legs look fabulous and endless.

PS thank you for your comment on my blog, it means the world to me when a stylish girl likes it.

NARDIVILE said...

Wear as much maroon as you want, it looks great on you!

Rx

The little world of fashion said...

Great post

Charleston said...

that rich burnt red is a stunning colour and twist on spring x

www.pinstripeprince.blogspot.com

DISTRIKMODE said...

I'm currently addicted top hemlines like the one you're sporting here... I have so many tops like that and yet I still look for more! Recently contemplating redoing the hemline of old tops! I just feel the shape hides & accentuates my figure appropriately..

:: Farrah @ DISTRIKMODE ::

Silkybow said...

great outfit, you look so awesome :)

Yasemin said...

you look so great!

anies said...

I like this vest:) I'd like to buy a hat but wearing it I don't feel good:( This hat suits you very much!

Jeannette B. said...

very beautiful..
u're gorgeous!

FLEUR DAILY said...

Amazing outfit!

X,

http://fleurdaily.blogspot.com
http://fleurjewelry.blogspot.com

Aleyn said...

omg i love your outfit! seriously <3

Sabrina T. said...

what a wonderful style my dear!like it so much:)
kiss

patchworkporter.blogspot.com

Brenda said...

Natalie, you look pretty as always!
Today is the last day of my zara dress give away, join it if you like :)

X.

Brenda said...

Natalie, you look pretty as always!
Today is the last day of my zara dress give away, join it if you like :)

X.

Laura Creixell said...

cute blog! i really love your skirt and your hat, i'm following you
xx

crystal glamour said...

love the outfit , video and that tag site is so awesome :)

http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com
-Michelle (female solo artist in Korea)

annalisa said...

you look so cute in the first picture!
thank you for your comments!
you should definetely win the newcomer of the year!! xx


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Violetta E. said...

ohhhh
so beautiful :)
xx

LOVETHEFABRIC said...

I love that movie so mutch!^^

Marie said...

i adore your style :)


oldblackheels.blogspot.com

ANewPairOfVintageBoots said...

Love this laid back look! And that shade looks great on you- so you can't have enough of it!

http://anewpairofvintageboots.blogspot.com/

The Fancy Teacup said...

You look pretty in maroon, never stop buying things in maroon. And I adore the boho look on you, very lovely. You and your sister chose a great place for the shoot!

www.TheFancyTeacup.com
much love.

Hen said...

I love your style!
You are in my Sunday blogger inspiration post :)
Teenage Daydreams

cuteredbow said...

Love the top !

http://cuteredbow.blogspot.com

Meri. said...

once more I love ur style... this video is just great! love love love!

xx

S and O said...

Cute outfit!
I love the skirt color, very dramatic :D
Xoxo
Sarah

Sabrina O. said...

Gorgeous! Love the burgundy maxi skirt!
You're really pretty!
x

MITICA ILLUSTRATIONS said...

Eyy my dear, Just I see that your are finalist at bloglovin awards!!

Congrats!!

I voted you!!!

Good luck!!

MITICA ILLUSTRATIONS said...

Eyy my dear, Just I see that your are finalist at bloglovin awards!!

Congrats!!

I voted you!!!

Good luck!!

Flashes of Style said...

Ahhh you look soo gorgeous! The video is too lovely. <33

letizia said...

you're so inspiring ! I love the long skirt.

Sunters said...

You look so pretty !

Gorgeous outfit

:)

Ilse said...

love this outfit, in love with the burgundy skirt! the little video you did is awesome.

Courtney said...

Great post! Absolutely love your outfit, that skirt is just gorgeous!
Newly following you xx

Egoitz Azcona said...

Qué chula la camiseta. Es lo más!

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(:

Franzi said...

love the shoes!

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ANN said...

I love all of your maxi skirt looks! This outfit looks so relaxed!

JC said...

Omg AMAZING outfit. I love your skirt & the vid is totally awesome.

Juliet said...

I love your skirt!

Juliet xxx

Shilpi said...

Awesome look! I love that top with that skirt, you look gorgeous as always :)

awesome idea with that tag loudly feature! Definitely going to start using that now

xx

sftrend

Mouthwash said...

Awe thank you for your comment! I am so excited about going! :)

I love your outfit - it's perfect with the textures and colors. And your boots too!

<3 Amber
Ambersmouthwash

Dressed 4 Success said...

Your look's so beautiful!!

www.dressed4success.blogspot.com >;-D
…1KiSses from Spain!*

Chloe said...

You look so beautiful! Love the simple, relaxed look. SO gorgeous, it makes me jealous for spring weather!!

Twenty.Something said...

Love your boots! Great look.

http://artfashiontwentysomething.blogspot.com

thebohemienne said...

Love your floppy hat!

http://thebohemienne.wordpress.com/

caylee said...

ah this video is so fucking beautiful natalie, make more make more!!

welcometodeutschland said...

i love your skirt! i found one similar to it on saturday except it was more pink and a mini skirt

xoxo,
welcometodeutschland.blogspot.com

fashionslap.net said...

Eh! Not my favorite outfit, though, it's nice to see you enjoying the warm weather. Hasn't it been amazing. I almost can not wait until summer.

Veren Lee said...

I love your hat, gorgeouss!

Christina said...

love the video, with the wind blowing in the skirt and the sunset! Great outfit and as always so inspiring :) Keep making videos!!

Jassica Rich said...

I'm loving all your skirts! plz check my blogs and give me some new tips about fashion.

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donna beech said...

Love the outfit, love the tag idea & site ... but NO TAGS appear on the first photo...?

Lucy Lu said...

stunning!!
xx

http://thedrunkdressing.blogspot.com/

Monroe Steele said...

Great blog. I just found it. I love your style. Visit me soon

Happy Valentine's Day!!!
xoxo Monroe

Fashion Steele NYC

zeste de citron said...

wow beautiful !! love your outfit ! :)

Hanna said...

You look freaking pretty and I love that little movie!:D

Rebecca said...

You look beautiful
Lovely video ♥ x

gingerecstasy.blogspot.com

Pedrocas said...

Lovely, Look good

jamie said...

This outfit looks so cozy! Love the hat!

http://www.glamlatte.com

Sofi Stellar said...

Very nice! I really love the skirt :D

Sick by Trend said...

Love your skirt! great video!!

xx

www.sickbytrend.com

Rossella said...

love the skirt and hat


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Bad Taste Toast said...

Thanks for the comment!
I love to discover new inspiring blogs - and yours is awesome, I love your photos!

jamie said...

natalie.... i love your blog so much!!

Revolver said...

i love everything about what you were wearing!
such a cool hat

i'd love it if you could check out my blog sometime :)
http://the-wide-eyed-girl.blogspot.com/

Marie Cotrel said...

You're so wonderful ! Gorgeous long skirt ! Kiss xxx
http://marieblogueuse.blogspot.com

Debbie said...

The color of your skirt is just AMAZING!!

x

Susie said...

I very like this top :)

notsoChiara said...

Really like this outfit!

ps: I added your blog to my favorite readings... :)

http://moneygonefor.blogspot.com/

LifestyleBohemia said...

I share your love of the boho free spirit look. You look amazing!
xx

Inside my head and wardrobe said...

Im also loving the maroon colour at the minute, this look is great you look amazing natalie

http://myheadandwardrobe.blogspot.com/

Ugly Cute said...

wow, this might be your best look yet. i love it!

xoxo
itsuglycute.com

Sarah said...

Your hat and skirt are AMAZING!

Sandy said...

This is a great look!!

<3
Sandy
http://chasingglitters.blogspot.com

Renée said...

I just found your blog and I am really impressed by your style and how pretty you are!

Veno.R said...

thanks for you recent comment on my blog!!am loving your blog and your style is so effortless!

http://chericulture.tumblr.com/

Anisa said...

I LOVE THIS LOOK! Such a perfect spring look! I love the whole free spirit vibe I'm getting, but with a vintage twist (even better!) And I really love that velvet skirt, gorg! You're so beautiful, GAHHH I CAN'T EVEN!

xxAnisa

Imogen said...

This look is fabulous on you and you pull it off perfectly. I love the colour of the skirt too.

Veronica said...

I love your shirt and your bag!
AMAZING!

Could you check out my blog and follow me? I'll be very happy if you do it!
Thank you so much!

www.cipollainspiration.blogspot.com

christie said...

gorgeous gorgeous photos!!!

www.christie86.blogspot.com

HAYLEY said...

Ah, this look is perfection. There's almost nothing I like more than a good maxi skirt and wide-brimmed hat. And vintage velvet.

x
Hayley
threadbearer.blogspot.com

Shani Galarza said...

Love the skirt !!

xxS

http://oldgoldlove.blogspot.com/

Anna Katharina said...

beautiful look!!! love the pictures:)

Anna
xx

Anna said...

that skirt is perfect on you...

www.fashionessence-anna.blogspot.com

amparo said...
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a. said...

lovely plants on the top ;)

www.tokioblues-blog.blogspot.com

Closet Hound said...

The boho look is perfect on you! The Tag Loudly thing is pretty clever - I think websites like Justjared do that too

xo Sherrie

Yvette said...

i love your outfit!!

xoxo

www.afashionhouseofcards.blogspot.com

la mì said...

WONDERFUL POST!
HI! my name's martina and I come from Italy... I'd like you visit my blog and if you want, follow me! I wait you and your tips! kiss kiss
marti
Glamour Marmalade

Box Moon Babble said...

i love the casual look. the skirt is amazing!


BOXMOONBABBLE.COM

Sofia said...

OMG!!! I love these!

Emily said...

Love the velvet skirt - it reminds me of my favorite childhood (I grew up in the '90's!) dress...cool photos as well!
xoxo Emily
http://bellishment.blogspot.com/

Lindsay With An "A" said...

LOVE that hat!! xx

http://lindsaylovesitall.blogspot.com

Venus in Furs said...

Beautiful and inspiring, this skirt is amazing!