Before my sweet little bella Talia P. decided to take a leap of faith and relocate to NYC a few weeks ago, she wanted to get together to take some pictures. Pursuing a career in fashion writing and possibly pr/marketing, she’s planning on launching her own blog soon, so we shot a myriad of looks to capture  her personal style, but to also juxtapose it against the sometimes grittiness of the South without tying it to a specific Memphis landmark.

Our friend @ovoisis scouted the perfect starting location for us, and to say we had fun (the shoot ended with laughs + margaritas) is an understatement. I like the fact that Talia’s style runs the fashion gamut-she can be fresh faced + sweet, tomboyish, and a little sultry depending on her mood. She’s No Angel.

American Apparel Denim Jacket/ Vintage Floral 2 Piece/ White Air Force Ones/ Mustard Yellow Phillip Lim (for Target) Purse/ NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Antwerp

Premium company Micro Jesus Piece/American Apparel White Button Down/ Vintage Tommy Hilfiger Boyfriend  Jeans/ White Air Force Ones/ MAC Film Noir Lipstick

“Demi Black” White Tank top/ American Apparel PVC Skirt/ BCBG Black Strap Heels (thrifted)/ NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Lipstick in Antwerp

“Jeesa” Flower Child Custom 2 Piece/ Sea Foam Green Strappy Sandals, Rainbow/ MAC Film Noir Lipstick

American Apparel Black Underwire Bodysuit/ Vintage BB Dakota Checkered Denim and Leather Pencil Skirt/ Nasty Gal Gladiator Heels/ NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Antwerp

I’ve had so much fun experimenting with photography over the last few months and hope to do more. Thanks for the practice, Talia, and good luck with everything! xo

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