Shultzilla Anniversary

Shultzilla, a New Orleans-based t-shirt and accessory company, just celebrated their two-year anniversary.  To commemorate their success, the indie label is expanding their line to include kids clothing, seen here, featuring a cute catch phrase "I love my mom n' 'dem."  Shultzilla is offering a 20% discount for their 2-year anniversary by using the promo code "HAPPYBDAY" at checkout.  The coupon code is valid from Nov. 25 through Dec. 19, 2011.  Check it out!

For local readers, Shultzilla will be selling baby items in person at the Freret Market this Saturday, Dec. 3!  The Freret Market, by the way, is held the first Saturday of the month at the intersection of Freret Street and Napoleon Avenue. 

images:  Sean Spansel

Langford Market Blogger's Event

Remember when Target featured Missoni as a designer?  How can we forget, right?  We all lost our minds for a day rushing to the nearest store to try and grab what we could.  Well, I was one of the unfortunates who didn't even get a sock out of that deal.  The only thing I really wanted though was the black zig-zag pleated maxi skirt, which I did order, but later received an email that it too was out of stock.  I was so bummed!  Thankfully I found this vintage dress with the same pleats for a steal online at Market Publique!  Absolutely adore the detail, and it's completely work appropriate too!  I actually came straight from the office!

(Vintage dress from Market Publique, Thrifted belt, Zara platform pumps, MK watch + Magazine St. charm bracelet) 

Langford Market in New Orleans was kind enough to invite me and several stylish bloggers to an exclusive event held at their French Quarter location.  The ladies hosting the event were a dream and so accommodating, showering us with raspberry spritzers and cupcakes galore.  The even took a moment out to share some styling tips for the upcoming season.  During the event, we all split off into groups and participated in a styling challenge (which you can vote on your favorite outfit here.)  Fun fun event, and I even left with a goodie that I can't wait to share with you guys in a later post!

By the way, a BIG THANK YOU to those who voted for me in the Refinery 29 Night Shift contest!  If you haven't voted yet, it t is still going on and would really appreciate your support!  Please click here to vote. TY!!  xx

Black + Gold

(Buffalo Exchange jacket, Renee C. maxi dress, Dolce Vita boots, Marc Jacobs watch, Magazine St. bracelet, Courtney Kaye necklace)

So excited today to go to my dear friend Andrea's baby shower and celebrate her "little pumpkin" - so sweet!  Being a HUGE Saints fan, sweet baby Dylan and his momma are the only reasons I would ever miss the second half! lol  However, I was able to listen to the game on the drive in.  ;)  For good luck, I still wore black and gold in support of my team!  I never know what to wear to baby showers, but I knew I was going to be in stylish company.  The mom-to-be, who is probably the most fabulous person I've ever met, was decked out in the highest heels possible (go girl!)  Oh, and ps. the colors worked, the Saints beat the Falcons!
Congrats to Andrea + Charlie on your bun in the oven, Dylan!  I cannot send enough love to you both! xo ...
Also, a huge THANK YOU to Courtney Raye for sending me this absolutely beautiful necklace!  This collection was particularly interesting to me because it was so unusual and directly inspired by Byzantine Architecture.  Super talented designer and I hope you guys check her out here.

CHANEL Runway SS 2012

Paris Fashion week launched the 2012 Chanel runway which was designed by Zaha Hadid.  (Check out the Architect Spotlight I did on her here.)  Karl Lagerfeld enlisted the mega famous architect to enhance his collection's nautical concept and transform the Grand Palais for the Spring/Summer women’s collection.  These two are far from strangers and have colloborated on several projects in the past including the Chanel Pavilon, seen in an older post here.  When designing a fashion show, the signature of an architect is not to just design a runway, but to design a space.  That is evident here as an ocean of models no longer walk in a singular formation, but instead strut through a purified landscape of white occupied by oversized sea creatures and coral. The dramatic scene was enhanced by iridescent drapes enclosing the performance.  Truly theatrical, but in perfect harmony with the S/S collection, quintessential Chanel with a soft palette and sophisticated whimsy.  It was hard to choose, but here are some of my favorite looks.

Check it all out in the video below: 

images:  Archdaily, Fashion Gone Rouge

Refinery 29: The Ultimate Going Out Contest

 Please take a second to help Studio Swag win a trip to NYC courtesy of Refinery29.com and Armani Exchange!  It's quick and easy, all you have to do click on the heart under my photo here and it will direct you to vote via facebook.  I'd appreciate the support!!  Thanks ahead of time!  And as always, thanks for reading the Swag!  xx

image:  Refinery29.com

Birds Eye View

(Annie Griffin tunic, Topshop liquid leggings, Zara wedges, necklace c/o Versona Accessories)

This Annie Griffin tunic is so ridiculously comfy.  I love that you can dress it up as a blouse tucked in (see post below) or dress it down with some leggings.  On this day, I ran some errands and grabbed lunch at Chelsea's Cafe where they have THE BEST fried green tomatoes.  I'm trying to be better at adding some style to an otherwise casual day.  Sweats are so tempting!

I hope everyone had a fabulous Halloween weekend!  This was the first weekend of my life that I didn't dress up + join in on the festivities.  Unfortunately, I was feeling a little under the weather and laid low. 

Another note, shout out to Julie of HAUTE KHUUTURE, fellow designer + NOLA girl, who wrote possible THE nicest write up ever about Studio Swag.  Above and beyond, girl!  Thanks a bunch!!  Check it out here.  (ps. love the post title! hehe)