BIRTHDAY BLUES: Schuntel Alexis No. 30

Happy February and Happy Almost Birthday to me!! I cannot believe my birthday is about a week away (February 18th to be exact), whaaaat a time to be alive *Drake voice*. I've been plotting on this No. 30 birthday for some time now and since it's been awhile since my last photo-shoot I thought this would be the perfect time to take advantage of this milestone year. I recently did a pretty big chop to my hair and I'm feeling super confident about owning my 30s so I decided to do a glamorous shoot that would cure any birthday blues that were creeping in...lol ya'll know this road to 30 hasn't been easy! Anyway, I'm super excited to share this very special photo-shoot with you all today, turning 30 feels like a million emotions but it mostly feels good knowing that all my dreams that I've been chasing in my 20s is slowly but surely manifesting as I enter in my 30th chapter. I'm a lot wiser and stronger than I was at 20 and I have to thank growth and experience for that. Enough with all the mushy stuff lol....Here is the No. 30 Birthday Photo-Shoot, entitled "Birthday Blues" by Asia Nettles at the amazing Renwick Gallery.  

Photographs by: Asia Nettles

A very very special thank you my amazingly talented friends that made this shoot possible! How did I get so lucky? ...Hashtag Blessed! If you haven't been to the Renwick Gallery your definitely missing out on some amazing art exhibits (did I mention it's free entry?). I'm anticipating a lot of running around to do in preparation for the birthday festivities, so I'll be back to blogging after my birthday to show you all the things I've been planning...literally, can't wait until next week!

Hair by: Skyler of KARMA Salon

Make-up by: Candice Olivia

Caprina Gown by Slate & Willow

Creative Directors: Giorgio & Derrick 

Photographer: Asia Nettles

 



 

*bows out gracefully* 

STYLED BY SCHUNTEL ALEXIS: Urban Sweetheart Spring/Summer 2015 Collection

On set for the Urban Sweetheart photo-shoot with Owner & Model, Sirdonea Davis. Photographed by Laura Metzler

 

Happy Friday beautiful people! Last week I told you about all the amazing opportunities that have been coming my way so I wanted to share the final images from the Urban Sweetheart photo-shoot that I styled almost 2 weeks ago. The photo-shoot was a creative collaboration of Sirdonea and I, we decided that Georgetown would be the perfect place to capture all of the outfits we put together. Check out a few images from the photo-shoot below:

 

SHOP THIS LOOK: Lillie Dress/ Jessica Purse (sold out) but find similar here/ Courtney Hat (Mocha)

Absolutely love this dress! It worked perfectly with the scenery...couldn't have asked for a better day!

SHOP THIS LOOK: In Bloom Top/ In Bloom Skirt/ Brooke Hat/ Autumn Heel/

How great is this two-piece outfit? The material is light and it definitely moves well in front of the camera. The hat was the perfect touch to this look!

 



SHOP THIS LOOK: Pink Fingernails Crop/ Paris Clear Clutch/ Nude heels brought by model/

 If you know me, then you know how much I loveeeee crop tops! How fun is this look? You can pair this outfit with high-heel sandals or a fashionable flat sandal (first picture).

SHOP THIS LOOK: Candy Stripe Dress/ Brooke Hat/ Spring tote bag by US (not yet available)/

I really adored this shift dress, it's fun and flirty as well as super comfortable.

 



SHOP THIS LOOK: Ella Jacket/ Ella Shorts/

 

Absolutely love this jogger set, the zipper detail leaves room for this to be worn together or separately. Definitely a great addition to your closet if you need a short set :) 



SHOP THIS LOOK: Brooke Hat/ Billie Jean Top/ Paradise Skirt/ Sadie Shades/ Converse sneakers/

All images by: Laura Metzler 

 

 This last look was the perfect way to end the shoot, it was Summer cool and a great look for a day out in the city. Overall, it was a great shoot and I'm glad that our vision came to light, team work is EVERYTHING! I've added these pictures to my portfolio HERE! Stay tuned as I'll be dropping a very special announcement! In the mean time between time stay cool (it's a heat wave) and most importantly fabulous! Cheers to the weekend!

 

 

*bows out gracefully*