November 2011
1 post
so long, farewell!
It is bittersweetly that I must inform you that QUAIL has come to an end. The past five years have brought me so much pride and inspired me in ways that are unimaginable, however, it is time for me to move on… creatively, professionally, and personally. I appreciate every single person who was encouraged me, supported me, shopped QUAIL, written about QUAIL, and beyond, more than I can...
May 2011
1 post
Jessica + Dan Santa Ana, CA
Jessica wearing the Quail Bridal Parisian Dress (http://quailbridal.com/bride/details/parisian_dress/) for her wedding in Santa Ana, California! Love how she infused her own personal style into the dress. I don’t think I’ve seen a cuter bride drink beer :) For more beautiful images, go to: (www.martinfrancovielma.com/photography/BLOG/Entries/2011/5/12_Jessica_and_Dan’s_Wedding.html
April 2011
2 posts
Hot, hot, heat.
Palm Springs, California for Coachella!
Rain/Snow
I’m finally home in LA! But before I really settle in, I wanted to share a photo diary of my travels to New York and Coachella. Enjoy my Quail-ettes!
March 2011
2 posts
Prints to the max!
I’ve got to give it up for my girl, Beth Jones! She is killing it in the styling world and I couldn’t be more proud of her. Have you read her blog? CHECK IT OUT. I just adore her post on bold prints. This is my newest style obsession and Beth has got it down. Read more here http://bjonesstyle.wordpress.com/
Dreamgirls...
Had to share these amazing pictures from one of my brides, Shannon. I had such a blast working with her bridal party. I think my exact quote to her was “You have such sweet friends!” Not to mention, GORGEOUS! Shannon and her hubby were wed in Palm Springs at the Viceroy Hotel. Shannon chose the “toasting dress” in all black. Stunning, classic, and chic…right?! Plus...
February 2011
1 post
Name: Lauren Bojorquez
Company: 24Seven
Position: Talent Acquisition Manager, Fashion Team
Current location: Costa Mesa, CA
Hometown: Huntington Beach, CA
1. What do you do on a day-to-day basis?
I’m an early riser, so I get up around 6 for a gym session to start my day! Once I’m at work, I check emails, have team “huddles” (that highly resemble those you would see on TMZ), interview...
January 2011
8 posts
Jasmine (is a) Star!
Little sneak peak from photo shoot shot by famed photographer Jasmine Star (http://www.jasminestarblog.com/). Seriously, you’ve got to take a peak at her site. Its truly special! Doesn’t the Parisian Gown look amazing in this toffee color? Can’t wait to meet the bride who dares to wear something a little different! More to come….
Quail Girl of the Moment: Mary Kate Steinmiller
Name: Mary Kate Steinmiller
Company: Teen Vogue Position: Fashion Market Editor
Current location: New York City
Hometown: Milwaukee, WI
1. What do you do on a day-to-day basis? I spend my mornings out on market appointments scouting and pulling clothing from showrooms. Afternoons are running around the office prepping for shoots, requesting samples, and meeting with the fashion...
Michelle Williams loves Michelle Williams
Quail button skirt featured in this months Marie Claire. If only THIS Michelle Williams was on the cover :) I kid. I have nothing but love for Michelle Williams. In fact, I love her so much I’m gonna take a moment to tell all my Quail friends out there, why…
1. Blue Valentine
*Such a terrific film but very serious content. Viewers beware!
2. We’ve got the same name
*On...
December 2010
3 posts
guess what I got for Christmas....
P. Lim Fall 10
Bar carts
Brett and I moved to LA! Silverlake to be exact. So far its been a dream…Pho cafe, dog park, and Passion Pit last night. Not to shabby although I miss Long Beach. Since we’ve moved, I’ve had decorating on the brain. I’m currently obsessed with finding a bar cart.
Can you guess which one is my favorite?
***THIS IS MY FAVORITE***
Playing with kids.
Had the opportunity to help “style” the Cold War Kids for their new video written and directed by Vern Moen of Long Beach Film Co. Here are a few “hip” photos. Enjoy!
November 2010
2 posts
Coffee, Bloody Mary's & one apple in Palm Springs.
SHOP.STYLE.SHOOT
We had an AMAZING time at SHOP. STYLE. SHOOT. Thank you to everyone who came out! Check out Laurel’s photos from the “shoot”.
October 2010
5 posts
Beth "perfect hair" Jones...
This girl needs no introduce. BETH JONES of B. Jones Style will be our resident stylist for our Shop. Style. Shoot event tonight. Not only is she a styling guru but she just published the Stylit - fashions answer to the perfect planner! Read my interview with her below.
M. What are you most excited about for the SSS event?
B. Hanging out with a bunch of fabulous women and playing dress up...
Ladies and Gents, introducing Miss. Laurel Dailey
Tomorrow night will be our fabulous SHOP. STYLE. SHOOT event and I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to introduce you to Laurel Daily - photographer extraordinaire! Read the interview I did with her!
M. What are you most excited about for the SSS event?
L. I’m most excited to see what kind of sartorial magic mizz B. Jones conjures up. That woman is a wizard.
M. What are...
SHOP.STYLE.SHOOT
save the date! wanna see all your beautiful faces there….
Name:Kristen Carpenter Company: JPA and CESD Position: Actress Model Current location: West Hollywood, Ca Hometown: Santa Cruz, Ca Website: http://www.facebook.com/kristenmariecarpenter http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3285283/ 1. What do you do on a day-to-day basis? Everyday forces spontaneity, but it consistently involves heels, a portfolio, coconut water, and theme song preferably by The Black...
My birthday.
Today marks a very special day in history. On October 13th, 1982 Michelle Nguyen emerged from her mothers womb and POW! Mankind would never be the same every again. No, that’s not true but life sure changed for a small vietnamese family in Redlands, California! As I ponder on my 28th year, I think about the important things….where do I want to be in 5 years? When do I want children?...
September 2010
5 posts
the studio gets a face lift!
With a couple events around the corner and bridal appointments filling up our schedule we decided to give our studio a face lift! A little pink paint and stickers can go a long way. Look below to see some of the changes we’ve made or stop by to check it out for yourself!
You can find this illustration on our Fall/Holiday ‘10, “Cross My Heart” Tee!
Props from our...
Name: Aaron C. Mason
Company: Creative Headband
Position: Freelance Graphic Designer
Current location: Newport Beach Ca
Hometown: Santa Cruz Ca
1. What do you do on a day-to-day basis?
I record music, and make illustrations of the day to day happenings of my life.
2. What do you enjoy most about your job?
The freedom.
3. What are some clothing or accessories you...
FALL IS A COMMIN'!
With temperatures dropping, we are so ready to say adieu to summer and bonjour to fall! Yea yea yea, so summer heat in California may not be totally through yet, but we don’t care! Why? Becaaaaause we’re gearing up to introduce our Fall/Holiday 2010 Collection as we speak and we can’t wait! Which is why we’re willing to leak some images of what’s to come....
Name: Melinda Moen
Position: High School Art Teacher
Current location: Long Beach, CA
Hometown: Yorba Linda, CA
1. What do you do on a day-to-day basis? I teach Drawing and Painting classes at a public high school in Anaheim. I guess on a daily basis I design projects for my students that teach them how to draw or paint while at the same time trying my hardest to get them to think...
August 2010
8 posts
Name: Laurel Dailey Company: self-employed Position: Ms. Director Of Important Affairs Current location: Long Beach, CA Hometown: Keizer, Oregon
1. What do you do on a day-to-day basis? I’m a freelance photographer, so a large portion of my day us usually spent with my camera or my computer, and a lesser portion of that day is spent with girl scout cookies and Hulu. But I won’t say...
Outsidelands - san francisco, ca
Outsidelands is a great festival. The setting is incredible and frankly where else can you find Hippies, Korean tacos, and The Stokes all in one place? Here are some of my favorite pics from our trip.
no comment.
too cute.
(denim do!)
(denim DONT)
DAWES.
Leather RIGHT!
Till next time….
fun finds.
cobalt blue quilted purse, polka dot top, suade hunter green skirt, and Prada marigold chinos = $14
Name: Sarah Roa
Company: The Tale of a Gypsy Pirate (accessories)& Lovely Day Salon
Position: Founder/ Accessories Designer & Owner/ Stylist
Current location: Tampa, Florida
Hometown:Tampa, Florida
1. What do you do on a day-to-day basis? First thing is always have breakfast and coffee while usually listening to Buena Vista Social club (always gets me on a good start). I go to...
Summer Rush 2010
Here are some of my favorite pics so far of my summer via twitpic. FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER! @qisforquail
Prepping jewelry for Quail Bridal shoot.
Happy Birthday to my niece Addison Mendoza!
My inspiration board for Spring/Summer 2011.
Prepping for the Long Beach Marathon! 10/17/2010
Ready for Birkenstocks? They’re back and in patent leather!
“B*@!ch, I don’t know...
love. this. look.
(Via refinery29.com)
LOL.
The reason I created this blog/journal was to give my Quail fans some insight as to who I am, what I do, and why I do it. This entry has zero to do with fashion and everything to do with things that make me….Michelle Williams….designer of Quail….LAUGH OUT LOUD. Enjoy!
I was crowned homecoming queen my senior year and was required to take ”glamour’ type photos to...
July 2010
5 posts
GORG.
This makes me so happy. LOVE IT.
Name: Jen Rae Nyberg Company: Topson Downs Position: Design Assistant for the OP Junior & Girls line for Walmart Current location: Long Beach, CA Hometown: Kingsburg, CA What do you do on a day-to-day basis?
Get up too early for my own good, drink lots of coffee, source fabric and trim, put samples to cut and making sure they look pretty and get done on time, send lots of fabric out to dye...
Currently listening to...
“Born Free”
“Tell Me Why”
“XXXO”
Workout Mix - Guilty Pleasure?
As I train my body and soul for the Long Beach Marathon one things for certain: I need a good mix to motivate me when my legs are exhausted and all I want is spaghetti and a Slurpee. How many people are ashamed of songs they’ve downloaded for the sake of a workout? I have many songs that fall under that category. Here are my Top 10 favorite workout songs to date. Some cool. Some lame....
Name: Desiree Gaitan Company: Conde Nast Publications Position: Executive Administrator to Editor in Chief of Architectural Digest Current location: New York Hometown: San Fernando Valley
What do you do on a day-to-day basis?
I work a 9-5ish contract job on Madison Avenue in an Editorial Office. My job varies on a daily basis, but mostly it involves assisting the editor in chief with her...
June 2010
4 posts
Name: Alatheia Bowling
Company: A+B Consulting
Position: Owner
Current location: Laguna Beach, CA
Hometown: Decatur, IN
What do you do on a day-to-day basis?
I’m a ghost writer for business’ online social networks.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
I love the video aspect of what I do. It’s so much fun creating something out of nothing. Video is a great element...
Olsens vs Duggars
Question is, “Can I pull off a floor-length skirt?” You’re probably thinking, “Sure you can, Michelle!” I found a floor-length skirt at a local thrift store and thought, “for $2 I can take the risk.” I got up that morning and had the hardest time finding th right items to go with it. Was it my height? Was it my blouse? Maybe it was my motorcycle...
LAKE SHOW.
As a tribute to the Lakers, I thought I would include some of my favorite Laker apparel for men, women, children, and well…dogs. Love - Michelle
Hope these come in more colors…
Thank God for that right coin pocket. Phew!
This is bad ass. Looks expensive. I would try Marshalls first.
Would Willa wear this?
OOOKKKAY! This is fine.
Hoop dreams.
Name: Beth Jones Company: B. Jones Style Position: Stylist and Fashion Editor Current location: Orange County, CA Hometown: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina What do you do on a day-to-day basis?
I wear many hats! I am the online fashion editor for Quiksilver Women. I am a personal stylist and have a few other fashion-y entrepreneur projects I am working on.
What do you enjoy most about your...
May 2010
6 posts
Name: Marcy Guevara Company: Skorch Magazine Position: Editor at Large Current location: Buena Park, CA What do you do on a day-to-day basis? I am a freelance video host and producer. I produce a lot of online content like the series “The Marcy Minute for SKORCH Magazine” which is aimed at plus-size fashion and style! What do you enjoy most about your job? I love that I get to do...
Oh the joy! "Sex and the City 2"
Be it tradition or just a good reason to get together with girlfriends, “Sex and the City 2” premieres this Friday and you best your ass we will be there. What am I most excited about? Will it be the pink cosmos Marcy sneaks into the theatre? Or will it be the fifty Post-It notes I decorate my house with that simply say “I’m sorry, I can’t, don’t hate ...
No words. Speechless.