Sophie + Daniel

As some of you may know, my high school sweetheart and I are getting married this summer. My ridiculously talented sister, Emma, took our engagement photos at the San Juan Capistrano Mission in California last weekend. The setting was perfect for a romantic photo shoot, but my sister's amazing ability to make everyone look amazing didn't hurt either.

All my looks came from onQueStyle, the designer consignment boutique for which I work as the Creative Director. All of the shoes are from my own (rather large) shoe collection and my ring is a vintage cut with nine diamonds set in the center. I wanted to be true to my personal style which is classic femininity while still being a bit fashion forward.

Catherine Malendrino Silk Dress

Tory Burch "Feather" Top, Forever 21 Jeans

Nanette Lepore "Bow" Dress

Tory Burch Shirt Dress

All Photo Credits: Emma Vincent

The Young and the Restless

I was at work the day I heard of Alexander McQueen's death. The news was not so much shocking as it was simply tragic. It was no secret that Alexander was a troubled soul and seemed tortured by his talent.

At the time of it's creators death, the McQueen empire was at the peak of financial success, despite the ever shaky economy. Editors, celebrities and Lady Gaga alike were all fascinated by the fantasy world McQueen created with every piece he ever produced. It was the essence of extreme surrealism in his designs that kept the fashion world wanting a piece of the magic. However, not everyone would understand the world Alexander McQueen lived in, or the clothes he created.

It was common belief that Alexander was depressed and had been for quite some time. Most said it was his dark and "twisted" mind that influenced his outlandish ideas about how woman should dress. His clothes resembled armor and his studded platforms could be mistaken for weapons. McQueen's life was not pretty and neither was his work. Like so many other creative masterminds before him, he will be remembered as a leader in an industry that follows.

Read my comments on Alexander McQueen's death in the OC Register, here.

Malgosia Bela wearing Alexander McQueen Fall 2006. Photo by Mert & Marcus.

Miss Mae Loves: Street Style

Me chatting with Orange Coast Street Chic photo, Jason Willis, at Kovet Boutique about fashion, Chloe, and onQueStyle!





In this pic: Gucci shades, vintage necklace, Kain top, Chloe bag, Miu Miu flats