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!
Great makeover! Both the dresses are gorgeous and I love the headscarf :D
Posted by: Raffles Bizarre | April 04, 2011 at 11:55 AM
she looks so lovely!
Posted by: jessica | April 04, 2011 at 11:55 AM
Very cute! I love it!!
Posted by: Kimberly Heath | April 04, 2011 at 12:02 PM
What an inspiring makeover post, Elsie! I am thinking about what comfort zone I need to step out of using your once a week concept. What a great idea!
Meg~ you look beautiful! As the mother of three children, you have already done the thing that frightens many women the most. Embracing your new look will be a piece of cake in comparison. Good luck!
xoxo, a.
Posted by: Anita | April 04, 2011 at 12:07 PM
This is SO great! Meg look fabulous and this is such a wonderful thing to do. I have some vintage pieces I love wearing, but some I feel like I'm not quite brave enough to wear. This inspires me!! ♥♥♥ Thank you thank you!
Posted by: Laura | April 04, 2011 at 12:08 PM
I love seeing a mom with a real body in a makeover story! SO inspiring! Meg looks so incredibly gorgeous and cute in those looks. Thank you for sharing these awesome looks!
Posted by: Faith | April 04, 2011 at 12:16 PM
Amazing legs, Meg! I would kill for those slender ankles! You'd get nothing but compliments, and ignore the backhanded ones - haters gonna hate, and they usually ramp it up when someone is looking hot and happy!
Posted by: Julia | April 04, 2011 at 12:18 PM
meg is so sweet, she really does look confident and happy in these outfits! i love it!
a few weeks ago i did a post with some tips on wearing things that put you outside of your comfort zone. i shared a few secrets that i use. just in case you want to take a peek :)
http://tinyurl.com/47b7mbu
again, great makeover!
Posted by: elycia | April 04, 2011 at 12:19 PM
oh my god. amazing. a feminine dress and fitted belt can do wonders for anyone!
Posted by: dessert | April 04, 2011 at 12:21 PM
So cute and fun!
Posted by: Lynn | April 04, 2011 at 12:21 PM
Gorgeous! She is such a beauty!!
Posted by: Desiree Fawn | April 04, 2011 at 12:23 PM
I love everything about this makeover! As a mother of 2 (BOYS!), I am often finding myself feeling the same about my body. I empathize wholly. This is very inspiring!
Posted by: Lisa Gutierrez | April 04, 2011 at 12:29 PM
You look wonderful Meg! How brave to make such a change, a how stunning. Good job ladies you all are inspiration.
Posted by: Rebecca Caridad | April 04, 2011 at 12:29 PM
So beautiful! I love these stories!
Posted by: Tawnie | April 04, 2011 at 12:34 PM
what a great challenge she looks great!
Posted by: Copper Etiquette | April 04, 2011 at 12:37 PM
she looks great! i hope she keeps it up, she looks so cute in vintage!
Posted by: alysakimiko | April 04, 2011 at 12:41 PM
Meg, you look so beautiful! This makeover story is very inspiring, as I too find myself worrying about people's reactions to changing my style. Thank you for sharing your story!
Posted by: Kelsey S. | April 04, 2011 at 12:43 PM
Love both looks!! Be brave and try new things! Advice I am trying to take myself.
Tough/impossible to find plus-size vintage in my size ... but am finding some vintage-inspired stuff I love.
Thanks so much for all the inspiration!!
Posted by: effie | April 04, 2011 at 12:47 PM
I love the makeover! It's such a spunky and romantic look for her.
Posted by: Trou | April 04, 2011 at 12:47 PM
She looks gorgeous! Absolutely perfect cinching in her waist like that. Hot mama! :)
Posted by: Trude | April 04, 2011 at 12:53 PM