Behind the Seams | Mirror|Mirror

It is late August and I slowly unload all of the apparel to get ready for my first official shoot this morning. (Exciting!) My models Whitney and Ashley are early risers with me as we greet the shop owner Natalie Dawley of Two Be Wed at the door. I arrange the models and get ready to shoot my first official fashion segment for Flavor of the Week! My new business All Ze Details is literally the back bone of my styling but Flavor of the Week is the fashion column I have going for All Ze Details in which it entails how to dress, update your fashion, and how to dress up certain apparel. In which this segment of Mirror Mirror we are focusing on the consummate classic hemline. Natalie is a sweetheart and offers her space with open arms for this mornings shoot featured at Recollection Two Be Wed studio, which is lovely and vintage in every way. Brides feature their bridal photoshoots here at the studio during their 'Sitting Pretty' sessions. I don't blame them for having this as a top choice for their bridals it is absolutely darling! Which is exactly why we are shooting here today for Mirror Mirror.

Haili Pue & Rebecca Spera of Mirror Mirror

Rebecca Spera arrives in which this will be the first time that I have offcially met her although we have always brushed elbows at the same events. This will be fun to work with her! She is so charismatic and bubbly in the morning it's hard not to rub off of her energy!

This is a fantastic piece as there are several ways, as mentioned in the segment, to get this look! How to dress it up, rock it out, touch base with your ultra feminine side - it all really is classicly chic with the consummate hemline!

Here is a Flavor of the Week 'Behind the Seams' look at the segment:

Styling models Ashley and Whitney for the segment

Rebecca tries the Stiched Scarlet Cloche hat by Bacci available at Anthropologie

Isn't is darling on her?

Styling Ashley & Whitney as Raul shoots footage

The consummate hemline here on Whitney in a chic leather a-line skirt from Haut Chocolat

Ashley's ready for her close up in Mark & Estel dress, Anthropologie's Cobbled Borders ring & Vince Camuto 'Biscane' Peep-Toe Platform pumps in black. 

Ashley & Whitney rock their looks. Whitney wears Billy Reid's babydoll dress in brown, Anthopologie striped sweater & Billy Reid boots.

Whitney's working the 'Rock it Out' casual look

Setting up for an interview with Rebecca

Ashley rocks the Across the Land dress by Maple available at Anthropologie.

Here I paired it with black wrap shoes. For fall pair this look with black pantyhose!

Top it off with the Stiched Scarlet Cloche hat that I paired it with for the segment from

Anthropologie.

Interviewing portion with Rebecca Spera

 

How to get the style into your wardrobe this fall and what to look for if you have a certain body type:

Shop these looks from the segment now! Get your hands on falls best apparel!

Mark & Estel available at High Fashion Home apparel boutique on Westheimer.
Shop Anthropologie at Highland Village or City Centre or Anthropologie.com
Shop at Haut Chocolat located in the River Oaks Shopping Center.
Shop Billy Reid at the Houston Galleria or billyreid.com

Schedule a 'Sitting Pretty' session or a bridal luncheon or shower at Two Be Wed!
Visit twobewed.com or http://www.recollectionvintagerentals.com/

A Special Thanks To:

Anthropologie at Highland Village

High Fashion Home Houston

Haut Chocolat River Oaks Shopping Center

Billy Reid Houston Galleria

Stella & Dot

Christina Greene Jewelry

For the perfect pair that's Two Be Wed

I walk into the ultra chic Two Be Wed boutique to sit and chat with owner, the lovely Natalie Dawley who is also a partner in Recollection Vintage Rentals. I immediately feel at home in this cozy space and feel although something is missing without colorful macaroons or petit fors in hand. We begin discussing decor and get on to the subject of weddings. We talk everything from wedding trends to budget friendly tips for brides to be.

Photo Credit: Haili Pue / Two Be Wed

What trends do you see coming into play at current weddings?

"Petite arrangements or collections of floral in short vases are in. You don't have to have tall and elaborate center pieces to have an elegant tablescape. Stationery details such as a customized place card, menu card, and table number help to embellish the table and to carry your style throughout the decor.”

With so many guests at the wedding how do you make them feel special and welcome?

"Place cards are a unique way to add that little something and make guests feel like they have a part in your big day. When a guest finds their card it’s confirmation that you (bride and groom) were thinking of them. Place cards make guests feel special and displaying them provides another opportunity to be creative with your theme."

What is a budget friendly tip for upcoming brides?
"If you have a huge guest list and absolutely cannot cut it down opt for hosting a garden party with fun cocktails and lite bites. If you choose a downtown venue with a 4-course dinner be prepared to pay the price."

In addition to Two Be Wed you are also a partner in a company called Recollection Vintage Rentals. What exactly does RVR provide?

Two Be Wed and Recollection share a charming cottage on 2611 Greenbriar Street in the River Oaks area. RVR provides floral and décor services and rents vintage furniture, fixtures, and accessories for luncheons, weddings, styled photo shoots, and photo booth backdrops. We have several on-location styling packages for engagement and bridal shoots as well as a service called “Sitting Pretty” where the bride and her photographer have free reign to take pictures with our vintage styled vignettes’. She has complete access to the studio for two hours for hair and make-up and to glam it up! Recollection also rents the cottage for bridal showers and luncheons and can provide everything from floral to catering upon request.

Photo Credit: Haili Pue / Two Be Wed & Recollection Vintage Rentals Studio

Photo Credit: Haili Pue / Two Be Wed / Two Be Wed & Recollection Vintage Rentals Studio

What is the latest trend at Recollection Vintage Rentals?

We don’t see milk glass falling out of style anytime soon- it’s clean, fresh, and versatile. Recollection has a massive collection of vintage milk glass in several different colors including white, black, clear, turquoise, and select pieces in powder pink! Each piece is hand-picked and totally authentic.

Photo Credit: Haili Pue / Recollection Vintage Rentals / Milk Glass

Two Be Wed

2611 Greenbriar Street Suite 1

Houston, Texas 77098

713.572.3030

twobewed.net

'Hooray' & Congratulations to the newly engaged couple!

Photo Credit: Haili Pue / Two Be Wed / 'Hooray!'

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