{The OC Mart Mix}

I had to share with you the latest happenings at Haus of Style{d}.

It has been one crazy month at style{d} by karli, between styling, interior design projects, events and a new partnership with {Elite Social Management} {I am there new Creative Strategist}. 

I have had no time to blog! 

One event I was apart of this month was held at the new HOTT spot in Orange County,
THE OC MART MIX!

The OC Mart Mix is a totally unique shopping experience. It's a large retail space within South Coast Collection {SoCo} retail center where you will find more than 20 one of kind boutiques including a wine bar. This is my kind of place!
In the next few months, they will be finishing phase two of the development with 25 more shops.
It really is a huge family and community!!

So of course when asked to be apart of The OC MART MIX Fashion Show and design the runway backdrop. I immediately jumped on it!

The OC Mart Mix Fashion Show

runway designed by style{d} by karli & DIG

OMG, vintage inspired lingerie by Briana Rene

Briana Rene on the left with mother & sister {lingerie model}

Summer from B. Bride with Wanda {Beverly Hills Basics} & Jennifer {COO of ESM}

Did I mention, Elite Social Management handled all the social media coverage for the event!

Mixed Greens Home & Design

Paper House, owner Andrea Young has gorgeous paper as well as amazing accessories & vintage finds.

Andrea Young & Karli Jessen {style{d} by karli}

A big "Thank you" to Andrea Young for putting on a successful event!!

{Become a Buyer!}

Here is a great opportunity to do like the pros and become a buyer for a stylish shoe company,

{Twigg Shoes}.

{Twigg Shoes}, is a unique one of kind shoe company that realizes shopping online is not as fun as in person. How can you buy shoes without seeing, touching, or trying them on, right? 

{Twigg Shoes} offers an amazing at home buying experience, they bring the shoes to YOU! 

Shut up! How fun would this be for a bridal party, or girls night out? 

Right now over @ {Twigg Shoes}, they are holding a contest to win 15% off a new pair of shoes, by choosing the shoe you think should be added to the Twigg collection.

Yes, please! Momma needs a new pair of shoes.

May the best shoe WIN!!! 

{go big or go home}

Yes, I actually set my alarm and woke up to watch the #royalwedding. It was beautiful! Very elegant! I must say Miss Kate was a born Princess. She was so calm and relaxed to be marrying a Prince. 

William defiantly picked the perfect wife. She was born to be royalty!

My favorite part about the whole event was watching all the woman show up in their over the top, dramatic, whimsical hats. I loved them!!! Honestly, I am all about rocking a hat for my next wedding. 

Hats are going to be a huge trend this season! Just sayin... 

I love that David even had his hat!

Tara Palmer-Tomkinson

Sophie Countess of Wessex

What kind of hat would you wear?

{pajama party}

I love that one minute I am picking for found pieces and the next I am styling a photo shoot. 

That is exactly how my day went on Wednesday. On my way to meet the team of {Elite Social Management}, I happened to spot a Goodwill, {time check} just so happens that I was 45 mins early {go me, I am never this early, have you ever heard of Filipino Time! LOL}...... well I could sit in the parking lot for 45 mins or I can run into Goodwill for 15 mins and have a half hour to spare. 

HELLO, of course I hit my brakes and ran as fast as I could. 

15 mins later, I was sadly disappointed because I didn't find a single thing. So unlike me! Is it just me or when you go into a Goodwill or Salvation Army, it's just not the same? Very picked over, very hit or miss, and jeez you would think you were shopping at an Antique Store with some of the price tags. 

They are high, if they think I am going to pay $50 on a lamp! I can go to {Home Goods} and get a SWEET lamp for that price. Just sayin.....

After my little detour, I headed to {Simple Studio Lighting} where I met Melissa, Jen, Rebecca, and Nancy of {Elite Social Management} and {Beverly Hills Basics}, designer Wanda for her pajama photo shoot.

My day consisted of dressing and undressing Erika {the mannequin} our model for the day, with bright, colorful, fun pajama's. Making sure every wrinkle, crease, button, arm, and leg, was in place 

and camera ready!
A big Thank You to Jen for helping me man Erika, and Nancy for being able to tie a PERFECT bow.
I must admit I am horrible at bows!

Here are some behind the scene photos

Miss Wanda

Jen, "Quite on the set!" "Our model needs it to be silent, PEOPLE!" LOL! wink wink

Trying to steam out some last minute wrinkles

Jen & I keeping an eye on the photographer.....

Love the photographer, Jonathan! Isn't he cute?

Wanda scanning the room, making sure everything is perfect

Melissa the CEO of {Elite Social Management} uploading behind the scene shots via Twitter & Facebook. Keeping us socially connected!

The last shot of the day

I am spent! I seriously was sweating {I don't sweat!}, they forgot to turn the air on! 

Note to self: Make sure to add a fan to the list. You can never have enough fans. :)

It was a GREAT day! Thank you to {Elite Social Management} for bringing me on to style Beverly Hills Basics!

{The Lucky Lonely}

I am so excited to show the pictures & video from the {Urban Barn} shoot!

The look was dark, raw, rugged, and manly bringing in a vintage urban musical backdrop that the guys could rock.

This shoot was curated for a special {Kickstarter} video, launching a hott new band, 

{The Lucky Lonely}. 

These three talented guys, Warren Ellison, David Bennett, Michael Bedard have been playing music as far back as they can remember. They are passionate about music, life, and doing what they love! 

Their talent doesn't just stop at being able to pick up a musical instrument and start playing it. They are solo artist, song writers, music directors, who have toured with ones such as {American Idol} winner, {Jordin Sparks}. 

Trust me when I tell you, "You will be seeing a lot more of The Lucky Lonely!"

I must give a BIG "Thank you" to Paul Kerby of {SSPG} for introducing me to Craig Zarcos of

 {ProCraftMedia} and 

The Lucky Lonely!!!

It was a pleasure to work with everyone and I can't wait for the special show on June 4 

{check back for more info about the upcoming Lucky Lonely show}!

To check out the {Kickstarter} video please press on the link below

http://www.smallsquarepixelgraffiti.com/SF_Live/LLkickstarter.html

Venue/Location: {Urban Barn}

Stylist: {Karli Jessen} Style{d} by Karli

Post Production Studio: {Small Square Pixel Graffiti}

Recording/Production: {ProCraftMedia}

{klutch & metal GIVEAWAY}

We are so excited to announce the style{d} blog GIVEAWAY!! 

We will be giving away a handmade clutch by Encinitas based company,
Klutch & Metal.

Klutch & Metal, designer Kara Nazarov, is all about recycling her old worn out jeans and making them hott again! She can transform your outdated ugly denim into a work of art with just a little paint and a touch of jewels.  Her line is a little rock, little edge, and a whole lot of STYLE!!!

Enter to win: 

1. Post a comment and tell style{d} if you prefer handbags or jewels and

2. Like us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/styledbykarli

Giveaway Rules:

One entry per person

Winner will be randomly picked by Klutch & Metal

Giveaway will run until May 30th.

Please include your email address with comment so we have a way of notifying you

{glue in or clip in}

Who else has ran into this dilemma? 

I have a bride that is trying to decide if she should put extensions in for her wedding. I suggested trying the clip in extensions first before having them glued in {at least they can clip out, if she hates it}. 

Stars like {Jessica Simpson} and {Paris Hilton} have used them (they say). I know, Jessica Simpson has a line of hair extensions but I have never actually tried them.  

I came across an Australia company, {Shine Hair Extensions} who use real hair! Is it just me or do products that come from Australia seem so much cooler than here in the US {Australian's are probably thinking the same thing about our products}?

They also sell and use {Moroccan Oil}, if you ever thought about buying this product but said never mind (it's too pricey) go back and buy yourself the bottle! I LOVE LOVE this oil! 

It keeps my hair sooo shiny! I have had my bottle for over a year and seriously, I have barely made a dent in the bottle (looks brand new). Until, my daughter decided she would play in the bathroom sink and started pouring out all my bottles of hair product {that's a whole other story in itself, the daily life of a mom}. My once brand new bottle of Moroccan Oil is now empty and I am forced to go out and buy another bottle because it is THAT GOOD. I can't live without it.

To all my Australian Brides, check out Shine Hair Extensions

{Shine Hair Extensions} 

Why Buy Shine Clip in Extensions? 

   Shine hair extensions are made from High Quality Indian Remy hair.   Double Wefted for extra thickness, 130grams of thick full head hair.    Add length, volume, colour and style with our human hair extensions. Enhance your beauty today   We source our products from international sources, allowing us to give you salon grade hair, without the price tag.   Free Express next day Delivery Australia wide for orders over $99  100 % Money back guarantee, Simply Return within 30 days in original condtion for a full refund.