Our newest makeover story is about a sweetheart named Meg. I met Meg recently through Red Velvet. She's an encouraging and supportive spirit. When I learned that she was collecting vintage dresses, but not brave enough to wear them out I invited her over for a fun makeover day! Like many readers, Meg is a mom of three with a new addition. She lives in a small town and is a little bit nervous to change her style for fear of getting comments from people she sees daily.
I really empathize with Meg's feelings and wanted to help her gain some confidence with a fun styling day and by teaching her tons of little tips for wearing vintage. So, without further ado, here is Meg's Colorful and Confident Makeover Story...
In Look One Meg is wearing a vintage housedress with a sparkly gold belt and gold heels. She's also wearing a bow and flower ring from Red Velvet. She told me that these were colors that she wouldn't normally wear, so that was fun! With each new season it's a cool opportunity to try something new.
Meg's look is 1960s inspired! It's fun and cute. She told me that Rachel is one of her style icons, so there's a teeny bit of Rachel in there too.
I thought Meg was so pretty in her first look. The thing that struck me is that she looked confident and happy! Feeling comfortable and pretty in whatever you wear is essential to confidence.
In Look Two Meg wore a vintage embroidered dress from Red Velvet with a few colorful accessories. This outfit was more in her comfort zone so we played with a fun 50s inspired scarf styling! This is an easy look that could be put together in thirty minutes at home. Both outfits would be appropriate to wear on a date or to a shower or even to a picnic when paired with flats.
After the makeover photoshoot we sat down for cupcakes and talked about styling goals. Since Meg seemed to need (and want) a "reason" to wear vintage in her daily life I gave her a fun challenge! I hope some of you will take the challenge too! I challenged Meg to wear one vintage outfit each week and take a photo for her blog. I assured her that not every piece in her outfit needed to be vintage, just one piece! She was excited to try some new styles. Thanks so much, Meg, for being a part of Makeover Story this month!
In response to this story, I'll be posting tips for wearing vintage later this week!
Check out our previous makeover stories too! Emma - Kelsie - Sarah ♥ and guess what.... i photographed our first ever Maternity Makeover Story yesterday! It will be up later this month. So fun!
love this, great job ladies!
xx
Posted by: Stephanie | April 04, 2011 at 11:15 AM
Super cute outfits, Meg! I feel the same way about wanting to change my wardrobe but worried about how people will react - so this is very inspiring!
Posted by: Carrie Rosalind | April 04, 2011 at 11:16 AM
She looks so beautiful and confident! You guys did a great job! =)
Posted by: Biscuit McGhee | April 04, 2011 at 11:25 AM
She looks absolutely beautiful!<3
Posted by: kinsey french. | April 04, 2011 at 11:27 AM
aw she looks so great!! i love the dress. and i love the photo shoot and the colourful walls behind her!
Posted by: Katie Walker | April 04, 2011 at 11:28 AM
I love this makeover!! Meg is so beautiful and I love the outfits!! How inspiring!!
xo
Posted by: Ms Megan | April 04, 2011 at 11:29 AM
Super cute! One question, any tips for getting scarves to stay on (as pictured in the second look). I find a lot of scarves and headbands slip out of place in my hair...I suppose it might be my head-shape or hair texture but any tips would be greatly appreciated!
Posted by: Lori | April 04, 2011 at 11:33 AM
Meg looks so vibrant in her pretty dresses! You do such a fab job of inspiring people. :)
Posted by: Lesley Myrick | April 04, 2011 at 11:33 AM
what a lovely transformation! meg definitely looks more alive + exudes a more youthful vibe in the fun outfits. kudos :)
Posted by: dawn | April 04, 2011 at 11:34 AM
This is my favorite feature! Meg looks gorgeous. Both looks are wonderful but I think the first is my favorite! I just adore the colors in that dress.
Posted by: Michal, North Country Girl | April 04, 2011 at 11:35 AM
Such a great make over, Meg looks gorgeous. such great outfits.
Zoe x x
http://blessedbeeapothecary.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Zoe | April 04, 2011 at 11:36 AM
Meg, you look so beautiful and confident! Going to borrow a bit of your bravery and challenge myself to move a bit more out of my comfort zone, too.
Thank you for sharing this experience - I find myself being proud of you and I don't even know you.
Posted by: Jennifer Hoyt | April 04, 2011 at 11:36 AM
Meg you look so pretty in vintage! I always look forward to the makeover posts, they are my favorite! I'm just starting my vintage clothing collection (a house dress, couple cardigans, and some jewelry so far), so these posts are great for idea gathering :)
Posted by: Nissa | April 04, 2011 at 11:41 AM
i love when you do these! i think she should be confident in the vintage clothing because she looks GREAT in it!!! i love that bow in her hair, and both outfits are just so charming, especially for a mommy. shes cute as a button!
Steffys Pros and Cons
Posted by: steffy | April 04, 2011 at 11:46 AM
I love both of these outfits! It's really inspiring to see other girls step out of their comfort zones. I want to wear bandanas in my hair like that everyday!
Sarah
http://birdsvsme.blogspot.com
Posted by: Sarah | April 04, 2011 at 11:48 AM
Meg looks so gorgeous, confident and happy in this shoot. Every outfit is beautiful--well done!
Posted by: Libby | April 04, 2011 at 11:49 AM
Well Miss Me, you look absolutely WONDERFUL and should rock your collection of vintage dresses every single day if that's what you feel!
Elsie, this makeover series is so so neat :)
Posted by: vanessa p | April 04, 2011 at 11:51 AM
Oh darn it, I meant "Well Miss Meg", whoopsies
Posted by: vanessa p | April 04, 2011 at 11:52 AM
She looks SO gorgeous!! Love the little details of outfit one. What a great transformation =) x
Posted by: nikki joy | April 04, 2011 at 11:52 AM
She looks amazing!! This is my favorite makeover story so far, I feel like I can really relate to Meg. I can't wait to read your tips for wearing vintage because I REALLY want to start incorporating vintage pieces into my wardrobe. Great job girls! xx
Posted by: Mandy @ Miss Indie | April 04, 2011 at 11:53 AM