Sunday, March 31

Something Meaningful



I wanted to focus this contest entree photo on #style.
As much as I love DIY projects, I was really up for the challenge: to create a well thought out styled outfit that had a meaningful concept behind it. This outfit is very special because everything that I’m wearing was found secondhand. To me, that is one of the greatest challenges: looking polished with an affordable price. I don’t come from the most fortunate family so the only places I can afford to shop at are thrift shops, and even then some of those stores are becoming overpriced and well over my shopping budget. In fact, I spent the entire day searching for some items for this specific look. I had traveled to 3 different thrift stores to find the perfect vintage 501’s, which were honestly 5 sizes too big!! (I’m size 29 and they were 34) Even though there was only one 501 available I had purchased them because I wanted an obstacle, and to tailor them in myself. Though this photo is technically a DIY creation, I’m trying to focus solely on my style. My concept is to focus this look on the Levi’s brand while only adding nameless brands to my outfit. I wanted to keep the color story very “matched”, while wearing a camouflage shirt and matching tapers. The rest of my outfit is all black with a little hint of denim under my jacket. I wanted to photograph this look riding my vintage bike, which had been handed down to me from my great grandmother. Sometimes the older things are, the more meaning they have behind them, and most of all, an even greater value that comes from memories. I hope that you like my concept because I always enjoy a great challenge! Sincerely, Bobby 

22 comments:

  1. you are sooo cool!

    http://rockinglace.blogspot.de/

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  2. perfect look dear!)
    love this post;)

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  3. What a wonderful outfit and an idea behind it. It's so great that during this time of fast fashion and so many online shop sponsorship and giveaways you manage to creat such a meanigfull look that is still so on trends.

    http://tina.trendz.pl

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  4. you look amazing, l lurv your bracelet so rare..
    Rock4less.blogspot.co.uk

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  5. Amazing pictures bobby :)

    www.satin-diaries.com

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  6. One of my favourite outfit. Nice haircut ;)

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  7. Not only do older items have history - theyre usually better constructed than modern items! I LOVE vintage shopping but agree that it;s not always the most affordable solution. I wish I could sew... Happy shopping :-)

    ♥ Paula Shoe Fiend.
    http://shoe-fiend.blogspot.co.uk/

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  8. hey there u've got a gr8 blog.. want to follow eachother??? if so follow me and let me know i'll follow back for sure.. :) maybe we can follow eachother on lookbook and facebook too..

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  9. I'm very impressed of your sewing skills. I admire people who put all of themselves to their passion. I think you should smile more on photos, because you look much better then
    :)

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  10. Love this outfit so much! Your jacket is so amazing :) xx

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  11. You have this great sense of style I just love your style!!!!!



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  12. YOU ARE AMAAAAAZINGGGGG !!!!! ENOUGH SAID :)

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  13. look great, you're an inspiration to me all your post is great;)
    Greetings and welcome to me

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  14. Hi sweety!! I've just discovered your blog and i like it very much!!
    This is a great post, lovely :) Your style is so amazing and cool!!
    Come to check my blog at;
    http://peaceinmyshoes.blogspot.com.es

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  15. Hi Bobby, your look is always very original and never trivial...
    Look great!
    congratulations, I like!


    kisses

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  16. Totally love it :)

    Marisa x
    http://stylingdreams.blogspot.pt/

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  17. Love amazing photos I invite you to me

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  18. After reading this post, I thought
    My god this boy is just an absolute genuine doll.
    You're seriously going to go places in life with your sincerity and talent and I only hope the best things for you.

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  19. the Levis are so classic! great backpack as well xx

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I appreciate and read each and every comment! & the ones on my blog I enjoy especially! Thank you so much for reading my blog! -Bobby