27 January 2015

in movement // oversized




find the two-two wrap jacket here:






in movement // new series





I'm happy to announce a new series, 'in movement'.

Because fashion is constantly changing, 
evolving and even sometimes repeating the same trend. 
One thing remains the same: it is always in movement. 

This series serves to show trends-- 
whether fashion, beauty, or culture, and, of course, 
to inspire you. 








21 January 2015

style of the week // wrapped up, all in red, and prim + proper



  Stay warm in style with blanket coats/ponchos/'wraps'. 
They can be found in multiple prints + patterns,
and look great paired with neutrals and minimal wardrobes.

Another hit this winter is an all red outfit. 
From shirt to heels. This one color sparks the sultry
 nature within and looks great on anyone. 

Lastly, is the shirt-dress. 
The prim + proper style is always a classic and minimal look. 
Sold in neutral colors, mostly found in white
--like the traditional dress shirt. 
It has masculine features, but paired with the right accessories, 
it will be a hit transitioning into the spring//

Which style will you try? 

20 January 2015

my muse // blush pink + romantic motions



Nothing says winter desiring spring like the hue 
of blush and soft, romantic textures.
Blush is warm and delicate,and has the personality of 
being light-hearted + passionate. 
It is my go-to color when I'm feeling 
extremely feminine and romantic. 

The waves of their hair, the fluid of the texture, 
or even the silhouettes of their garments also adds to that mood.
Soft, flowy fabrics have always been known to form romantic silhouettes that flatter any body type,
 and for that reason, is why so many women love the looks. 

***Also this week, I have found interest in white eyeliner, 
and the benefits it adds to making the eyes look bigger and more appealing by applying it to your waterline. Pick up some today at any beauty or even drug store.  




09 January 2015

my muse // marbleous



the weekend is finally here,
and it sure has been a chilly week.
so i thought my muses would derive from this 
cold, hard texture and colors.
this week i am inspired by
(and slightly obsessed with)... 
you guessed it, marble.

i chose these hard, graduating textures that resemble ice, 
and even have the cool blues, tough blacks, and icy whites.
many of you know i tend to lean towards neutral colors 
like hues of blacks and whites, however marble adds that 
assumed glassy and rough texture.

in the pictures above,i really liked the dynamic of the two toned marble skirt and blouse, the beauty of the marble laptop cover, the effortless design of the marble inspired ring, and even the phone case. I see that i used a lot of technology accessory pieces.. oh well.. needless to say, i'll take three of each! i can't forget the hair. it's the key piece to tie it all in. when you think of marble. you think of abstract lines, jagged pieces, and imperfectness. that's exactly what i thought of when i see this updo, distraught, but just as equally beautiful.

happy weekend + get inspired// 



06 January 2015

rebranding // addie k.

happy tuesday, readers!
i'd like to share with you the project 
i am currently working on, rebranding.

ladies + gentleman, i present to you
addie k. patterns. 

my inspiration came from her old logo, with the cool blues.
I also included fun, handwritten fonts 
to go with her website style.
the textures and patterns also served as inspiration.
the watercolor and simplistic style.
my goal is for the logos and submarks 
to be clean and simplistic. 

visit her website at addiek.com 
to see her dress patterns and more//


05 January 2015

branding: resume + cover letter // jai marshall




i have found a talent in designing and recreating resumes.
above is one created for Jai Marshall, 
creator + editor of the blog, 
the fat and skinny on fashion. 

she wanted a custom color 
to match her blog and is obviously 
a personal favorite of hers. 

if you are needing custom branding: resumes, business cards, logos, or any digital designs, i am certainly willing to do something unique for you//

email me at chelseamartinez@me.com for inquiries.

04 January 2015

personal resume preview // jai marshall



sneak peek of a fashion design 
student's resume. 
check back this week for the first look. 

Get yours updated today by emailing me at chelseamartinez@me.com