With a Twist Wednesday

With a twist... I like the sound of that!  Martini anyone?

 

I decided to stay on track with my blogs I'd start doing certain things on certain days, a trend I've seen other bloggers do!  So, since Wednesday is in the middle of the week and a good cocktail night I thought I'd call it With a Twist Wednesday.

 

The point?  Showing great ways to wear a basic tee!  I'm now obsessed with Polyvore, it's a great way to show what you're thinking... and seeing how it looks all put together.  Also a great way to build a closet! 

 

So for the very first one I'm using the new miracles tee!  It's now available online in v neck, cropped or off the shoulder.  I'm LOVING the tealish turquoise that the miracles, pushing the limits and dreams (coming soon) comes in!

 

 

For today I paired the miracles v-neck with peacock inspired heels (really any awesome color blocked ones will do) with a bright blazer, as well as bangles (a necessity for almost any outfit) and a fun bun (another new obsession of mine!)

 

Don't forget to check out our Pinterest at:  www.pinterest.com/mingoink

Plus we're giving away a cropped tee so enter on the giveaway page of our facebook:  www.facebook.com/mingoink

I'm also posting everything to Twitter so you can follow us there too!

 

I'd love to know how you put the twist on a basic tee!

 

Cheers,

 

Tiffiney

 

 

 

 

Pet Peeves meet Dreams

I love fashion (you'd hope) but it's taken me awhile to get here.  My history with Fashion- mixed with my current resume- have led me to starting Mingo and for my reasoning's behind everything I do...

 

My Mom LOVES to talk about my high school style.  I lived in pajama pants and either a coordinating tee or sweatshirt.  I was also a big fan of pig tail buns... and Doc Martens or Vans... Yup, quite the visual.

 



     

Like these Old Navy Swan/Mingo Flamingo looking ones!  Or I would have killed for Purple Docs! However, I did not wear these two trends together... don't worry! 



In my defense, it was a look that was somewhat in then- similar to today's yoga pant trend- but definitely not considered good style... kind of like Crocs were everywhere but shouldn't have been.  

 

Fast forward to roughly 10 years in the future and I've discovered so much about fashion, style and the importance of presenting yourself.

The truth is in today's society everyone you meet is someone to network with whether you're at the grocery store or at a job interview and let's face it- first impressions matter.

 

Moral of the story?  I want everyone to feel comfortable in their own skin or at least empowered when they wear the brand.  It's all about taking current trends and putting it into a style that works.  Not to mention encouraging people to make it their own. 

 

Mingo Rep Jess and Friend of the Brand Shannon on Valentine's Day

A Perfect example is Jess and Shannon. Shannon rocked her custom white love tee with jeans and vintage inspired jewelry for a clean and sweet look. Jess jazzed hers up with a blazer and messy bun with a gold roped head band.

 

Me- I wear my love tee with a black and gold chevron maxi skirt and black wedges. My super hot 76 year old Grams- she tucks it in her Miss Me jeans with a cami and a jacket.  My mom looks killer with it on for meetings with a pencil skirt and blazer.  No matter who you are you can put a twist on a great fitting tee!

 

 I've started dreaming of the Mingo Couture line (with the help of my super crazy amazing Mom).  My goal with that will be similar as with the tees.  I want great fitting dresses that look good on most body types and can be dressed up or down.  I've started a Couture Inspire Pinterest Board with random thoughts... I'd love your thoughts on fits, colors, design aspects, etc!   

 

Some of my thoughts/questions include:

 

Can everyone pull off cheetah?  Does everyone want to pull off cheetah?

 



  

Bow accents- love or hate? 

 

The best part is we're starting a new contest for a cropped tee of your choice!  So many ways to win including Following us on Pinterest, on Twitter- commenting on this Blog- referring people to join our page AND commenting on our Pinterest Boards!

 

Click here to enter!  http://is.gd/eJD7ZF

 

Good Luck! 

 

XOXO,

 

Tiff



Self Motivation with a Wanelo Twist

I discovered Wanelo this week (www.Wanelo.com) in case you're not familiar it's similar to Pinterest (As in you can search, add things to boards, etc.) However, the major difference is that you can buy things right there.  Or with two clicks.  The other difference is that there aren't DIY projects, recipes, etc. 

I set out to try and figure it out to see if it's something Mingo needs to be a part of (It is... follow me at:  http://wanelo.com/mingoink)  At first I really worked at finding out how to post stuff (slightly more confusing than Pinterest, at least to me.)  Once I got that figured out, I started playing around and I discovered:  EXTRA MOTIVATION. 

I love "Playing Dress-Up" and putting things together.  However, there are only certain styles that I can pull off now with my current shape (mostly dresses with a thick empire waist that flair out... with leggings and boots, it's kinda my wardrobe.  This year I did filter in grey leggings instead of just black and riding boots!)  Part of my goals are to reinvent myself and my wardrobe as I get closer to my goal, so a lot of my posts on Wanelo revolve around that... 

Like, could I pull off this dress with a leather jacket, vintage jewelry and heeled boots? Loving the edgy sweet look, but is it me?   




Click photo for Wanelo original source: Ustendy.com

My wedding was absolutely amazing.  The only thing that wasn't:  me.  I used to eat when I was stressed.  Most people lose weight before their wedding... I didn't.  So while my dress was beautiful the key "IT" factor I was looking for was flattering, nothing out of the box.  Which also meant that I was in the world of A Line, while a great style it wasn't the me I wanted for that day.  Part of my goal for this year, get to the point where I could wear the dress/style I love.  Once I get there:  a vow renewal, somewhere tropical, in something like this.





Click Picture for Wanelo link.  Original Source:  Kleinfeldbridal.com



AND this





Click Picture for Wanelo link.  Original Source:  Nastygal.com
 

I have never worn a swimsuit that doesn't cover absolutely everything, not to mention a cover up over that, usually a dress that dries well.  Nothing that compares to the amazing fashion sense I actually have.  Which as a side affect means I usually avoid situations that require such attire (okay I just really wanted to complete the rhyme.)

 
With Mingo my goal was to take simply designed shirts that have a purpose and to show them in a variety of ways (such as the Karma v-neck tee with a mini skirt and cowboy boots OR with yoga pants OR under a blazer with jeans or a skirt.) Like this whole outfit below with my V Neck Black and White Inner Beauty tee.   However, right now pencil skirts do not work... but wait, soon you will see them on me so much it'll make your head spin!

With Inner Beauty by tiffiney-schuler-baumgarden featuring a cross bangle bracelet

 

So moral of the story, I feel so good about the 12lbs gone the last 2 weeks and I can't wait to reach my milestones.  Instead of getting frustrated I'm using all of the outfits spinning around in my head to keep me on track.  How do/would you wear your Mingo?  What you keeps you on track to your 2013 goals?

 

Cheers!

 

Tiffiney