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Fringe Benefits: My Favorite Fringed Pieces for a Boho Update to Any Wardrobe (12 Items under $100!)

Post author By Jess Ross Creative
Post date July 16, 2015
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You know those trends that come and go (mom jeans, Birkenstocks, dr. martans, etc) but you can’t let go of? They always hold a special place in your heart and your wardrobe, and no matter how “in” or “out” your beloved trend may become, you cling stubbornly to it and refuse to let die.

Fringe is that for me. Well, one of many in a long list of fashion faux pas I commit every time I get dressed.

But no matter how ridiculous I may end up looking I pass up a good ole fringed clothing item without picturing myself twirling gaily in the wind wearing said fringed clothing item, ala Buddy the Elf…

Usually these daydreams involve meadows and music and ponies….but that’s a story for another day.

I stumbled upon my new favorite fringed clothing unexpectedly while browsing the boutiques on a mini vacation to Traverse City. I almost passed it up because even for me, I was worried it might be a” bit much” (and for me that’s really saying something) but the imagined twirling I was doing while wearing that skirt was too glorious to pass up.

my outfit details:Sam Edelman Women’s Faux Suede Fringe Skirt, $53.30, Scoop Neck Woven Camisole, $13.00,

So I was inspired to compile an extensive list of some of favorited fringed wardrobe items for even the most conservative of wardrobes:

BCBGMAXAZRIA Women’s Maddie Drape-Front Cocktail Dress (53.00)

Top Shop Sleeveless Fringe Dress, available at Nordstroms ($58.00)

Free People’s Nomad Cotton Fringe Shawl ($329)

Also from Free People (the leading authority on boho chic) Free People’s Sedona Leather Skirt, ($329)

Asos’ Glamorous Wrap Cami Dress ($69.00)

Minnetonka Women’s Classic Fringe Hardsole Boot $43.00 on Amazon

Forever 21’s Fringe Bib Necklace(22.90)

Brentwood Fringe Heels ($150)

Asos’ Fashion Union Crepe Wrap Top($44)

H&M’s Black Fringe Bag ($29.90)

French Connection Women’s Spotlight Fringe, $90.00 via Amazon

Topshop Fringe Maxi Slip Dress($90) available at Nordstroms

Asos’ Mini Suede Fringed Bag ($60.00)

Forever 21’s Fringed Midi Skirt ($29.00)

Sam Edelman Women’s Faux Suede Fringe Skirt ($61.55)

And just in case you thought I was kidding about the swirling and twirling, a picture that should never see the light of day…

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Art Collaboration with The Mom Edit Style Blog

Post author By Jess Ross Creative
Post date March 26, 2015
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I am so so excited to be collaborating again with the AMAZING Shana, and her equally amazing blog: The Mom Edit on a series of monthly fashion themed art pieces.

Shana's latest spring OOTD on the mom edit. — Shana’s latest spring OOTD on the mom edit.

I love being able to collaborate with Shana. She has been an enthusiastic supporter and an advocate for me and my art, even when I usually can’t stand whatever it is I’ve made. supporter and cheerleader She is passionate, enthusiastic and just all around bad ass. I love all of her style and she approaches each post with honesty and frankness about life that makes me laugh out loud.

I was really struggling creatively the last few months and this collaboration has breathed new life into my art and given me a new purpose and direction. This project has also been hands down the hardest artistic challenge I’ve undertaken simply because it’s so scary for me to have my artwork “out there” to be seen and judged. I usually have two modes: 1) being super impulsive about what I publish on social media and then afterwards feeling embarrassed or 2) overthinking and analyzing every thing I make until I just stop mid-way through and never finish it.

Here is the March art piece I did for The Mom Edit along with Shana’s picks to go along with it:

And here is the link to her article:

http://themomedit.com/2015/03/hello-march-and-some-exciting-news/

This is the art piece I did for the February collaboration with The Mom Edit:

Here is her AMAZING outfit that inspired the art I did for her and the LINK to her article Winter Florals and Leather Jackets (The Anti-Valentines Day Outfit):

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OOTD: Playing with Prints

Post author By Jess Ross Creative
Post date February 22, 2015
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it’s that time of the year when I begin to feel even more crazy than usual.I like winter but, a Midwest winter is a different kind of beast. There has been snow on the ground basically since Thanksgiving and by Mid-February the temperatures average below freezing and that doesn’t even include the windchill.

Going outside means putting on every single warm-ish item I can find in my closet and looking like Joey from the Friends episode where he puts on all of Chandler’s clothes:

and then on top of that, there’s the robber face masks, scarves, gloves and beanies to cover any exposed extremities, like kitty:

I like hunkering down and having an excuse to do nothing, and a snow storm is the ultimate laziness excuse but even that is has gotten old by now and I’ve developed a serious case of cabin fever, going nuts, shuffling around the house, pacing in circles, starting out at the snow for long periods of time, and murmuring unhappily to myself (even more than usual). My boyfriend took a picture of me while I was peeking in on him just yesterday:

har. har.

all that just to say that my already questionable fashion taste is even more questionable than usual, given the previously stated circumstances. But, this led me to mixing prints and layering in a way that I otherwise wouldn’t have out of boredom, coldness, or craziness….

Details: Floral Print Lace Slip from Dailylook.com, $22.95, Ryan Crewneck Pullover from Free People, $98.00, Stripped Long Sleeve Top, Forever21, $14.90, Bettye by Bettye Zap Booties, Nordstroms, $141.95

oh and here it is with jeans:

Floral Print Lace Slip from Dailylook.com, $22.95:

Ryan Crewneck Pullover in Cranberry from Free People, $98.00:

Stripped Long Sleeve Top, Forever21, $14.90:

Bettye by Bettye Zap Booties, Nordstroms, $141.95:

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Holiday Dresses.

The Holiday Season is my favorite time of the year, for many reasons. And one of those reasons is holiday dresses! Maybe I love it so much because as a kid, I got to pick out a frilly new dress every year on Christmas and Easter.

Shiya Embroidered Dress from Anthropologie $268.00

I love not only her dress, but the whole outfit. I really want a pair of those lime-sh, mustard color (can’t think of a better description for the color) tights. Her necklace and shoes are also perfect for this simple white dress.

Gold Leaf Cocktail Dress from Anthropologie $258.00

I want this dress for New Year’s Eve. It’s like a party in dress form. 🙂

Lasercut Sheath Dress from Anthropologie $225.00

This is one of my favorites. I love all of the detail of the lace especially around the neck. Just for fun, I might go for some bright red or blue closed toe heels.

Delightful As A Feather from Mod Cloth $272.99

This is another “dream” dress because at almost $300.00 there is no way I could afford it. But if I could, I’d wear it every chance I got.

Ever Soho Stylish Dress from Mod Cloth $54.99

Not only is this dress stylish and perfect for the Holidays, the price is even better!

Flappy Go Lucky Dress from Mod Cloth $89.99

I have to admit, I love that sweater dresses are making a comeback. I think this dress is so cute for less formal occasions; paired with white or navy colored tights and brown or tan boots.

Pleased As Punch Dress at Mod Cloth $79.99