V.V models Mode Merr 2012 Collection!


A few months ago I had the pleasure of modeling for Mode Merr again. This time I was modeling their new 2012 collection and couldn’t be more thrilled. This is such a wonderful company to collaborate with because it supports and dresses women of all sizes. The rockabilly culture needed a brand that catered to all types of women; a quality brand that is affordable and makes women feel beautiful and powerful whether you are a size 0 or a 14. Mode Merr was definitely a relief for fashionistas all over the world who were sizes XXS and XXL. Angela, the designer and mastermind behind Mode Merr definitely knows how to design and create clothes perfect for the female figure. It was lovely to link up with her again. It was also nice to shoot with Mitzi Valenzuela of Mitzi & Co again, she is a very talented photographer and very cool to work with. Don’t even get me started about my girl Josephine Love who did hair and makeup…I was sooo impressed with her ability to work with my hair, something that is so hard for many stylists to manage. I am usually sketchy about hair and makeup people because I feel like most of the time they end up making me look like someone else that isn’t “me” and it makes it uncomfortable to model. So most of the time I take on those roles myself. But Josephine was amazing, she made me look and feel beautiful. From my hair to my eye lashes, I still felt like myself and was able to model comfortably in Mode Merr’s fabulous new 2012 collection. Everything was perfect and I was drooling over the entire collection so much I wanted to run off with the clothes while I was still wearing them lol. Check out the pieces I modeled inside! Continue reading

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V.V x Metro Pcs New Ad Campaign

Many of you have messaged me all over the net asking if you saw me in the new Metro Pcs commercial and yes it was me! Sadly I cannot post the 60 second video because Metro Pcs said something about licensing rights. However, here is a screen shot one of my friends (thanks Chris!) managed to catch of me. I am the designer of the commercial pushing a clothing rack of clothes in my 1950′s outfit with my little lucky bowtie. I am really shocked at how many of you even noticed me since I am only maybe 2 seconds of the commercial lol. Overall, I am stoked that you guys recognized me and will let you in on a little secret…This may not be the last time you see me on TV this year. I have a feeling something huge is brewing but can’t dish details till it comes into fruition!

To see my previous post on what I wore for this commercial click here!

XOXO!

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Sergeant Vinny!

The other day I made plans to meet up with my girl Maria for din din. I swear, I would much rather go out to eat with my girl friends than party any day. Don’t get me wrong, I love to dance my little butt off, but whats better than food and a good conversation? My  girls and I EAT. It’s what I love about them the most. They aren’t the “oh, all I had was a cigarette and a fruit cup for dinner” type of girls..and thank god for that. My girls aren’t afraid to throw-down 2 slices of pizza with a side of fried oreos lol. This time we ditched pizza for The Meatball shop in Williamsburg Brooklyn where I enjoyed a nice classic pasta with a side of spinach and Maria had a sandwich. This place has great service and the food was DELISH. We also shared a desert, a vanilla ice cream half snickerdoodle half-brownie sandwich and we were loving it. I definitely see us going there more often, it’s a really cool spot to eat over a good convo. But before I met up with Maria, I was at the nail salon getting my nails done, then killed time around the area visiting some shops I haven’t been to in a while. One being Buffalo Exchange where I found a few cute pieces. Check out more photos and details inside.
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Come to the IFB Conference!

I will be attending the Independent Fashion Bloggers Conference and would love to meet all of you fellow fashion bloggers come February. I attended last year and had a wonderful time, check out my post.

Get your earlybird tickets now!

See you then!

XOXO

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Vinny will be in Vegas!

Just booked my flight to Vegas for the Viva Las Vegas rockabilly weekend. I will be in town from 04/03-04/08 dolls and greasers. For bookings please email vvmgmt@gmail.com.

See you all there!

XOXO

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Dressed in all black like the omen.

This is a rather short and quick post about what I wore yesterday while I was off styling a photoshoot for my good friend and talented photographer Yumna. I was dressed in all black because..lets face it..black is the easiest color to wear this season. Its no hassle, everything matches, and you can get ready within minutes. I just recently purchased a cool vintage doctors bag from the 50′s and have worn it to death since I got it a few weeks ago. It matches everything and fits everything I need to bring with me including my lil pup Rex who thinks my purse is his home when I go to bed at night. I definitely made use of it for this shoot. I was comfortable and warm in my Kiki De Montparnasse leather pants, Jeffrey Campbell Tardy boots, a billion wool sweaters, and my Jessica Simpson leather sleaved blazer. I also stole my sister’s black hat and wore my favorite rings. This is my off-day look. Cool, calm, and casual.My Ring Game.

Behind the scenes of the shoot. Styling the fabulous pink haired Stephanie.
Photos of Yumna’s fabulous shoot and my styling work coming soon!

XOXO!

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Pinup in Paisley

I know I have been on hiatus from posting regularly and consistently. I have a lot going on and am working on some huge projects that have taken most of my time. Yesterday I finally took a day to just relax with family and friends in the wonderful weather mother nature blessed us with. It was one of those epic days…I got to see my family and celebrate my adorable little cousin Jayden’s birthday at Funtopia, where I looked like every kids school teacher/grandmother or both lol. I don’t want Jayden to grow up, he is so precious to me and just knowing he is 5 years old now is so bittersweet. I am glad I got to see him on his special day smiling and having a good time. After the party I was off to the city to meet up with my friend Ingrid for some noms at El Castillo followed by us taking a lovely walk around the city. I love having girl-time with my girlfriends, the conversations we have and laughs we share are priceless. While we were walking around the city we noticed Billy’s Antiques was open, not for business but our good friend Jay was there cleaning out the place. It was really good to see my friend/boss Jay, its been a week or so since I have worked at Billy’s and I missed my boys. Of course me and Ingrid rummaged around for stuff and found a bunch of old Cabaret magazines amongst other things and left home with a bag full of antique goodies. Seeing my family, spending time with friends, and leaving home with some cool antiques are all of the ingredients that made my day so special. Check out more details and photos inside. Continue reading

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Wet n Wild’s Silvivor!

For NYE I decided to ditch the gold and go for silver with Wet n Wild’s “Silvivor”. I think I purchased this color for like a buck at Rite Aid or something and I have to say…I’m totally digging it. You all know I live in a fantasy world so I kinda feel like X-23 with these silver claws. She is the female clone of Wolverine from X-Men lol. I don’t expect many of you to know who that is unless you are a comic buff but you should all look her up. All I am saying is..If nail polish is capable of making me feel like a super hero, I am all for it.

XOXO!

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Pip Jolley’s Whimsical Nostalgic Jewelry!

Pip Jolley is a UK-based pinup/jewelry designer who is inspired  by fragments of tales once told. Breathing life into old and ornate objects Pip prides herself in manipulating found objects to create delicate hybrids of jewellery.  Pushing the boundaries of wearability, from silver hair rollers to time capsule cocktail rings Pip is able to express her eccentric mix of abilities in jewellery design by taking all kinds of risks. I was completely psyched on new years eve when I received a cute little Pip Jolley box with her signature silver roller earrings from her 1940′s inspired “Joanne” collection. I was even more pleased when I read the card and Pip explained how I was a big influence on her collection. That alone meant the world to me but I cannot even fathom taking even a little credit for a woman born with such a whimsical and fun imagination. What I love about her “Joanne” collection is that I can relate to paying attention to the details of mid-century women who took pride in grooming themselves from their shades of lipstick to the shapes of their pin curls, from their tiny little compacts and lipstick holders to their half mooned nails. Pip Jolley takes great inspiration as I do with all of these little details people overlook or do not see at first glance. I also love that there is edginess to her designs. If I could walk out every day in rollers, a leather jacket, cat eyes, and red lipstick..I totally would. There is something so sexy and chic about a woman with rollers in her hair, pin-up style with her sassy cat eyes and a sultry red lip. It is a pin-up staple and just never goes out of style. This is why I am so happy to share with you Pip Jolley’s little trinkets of art. Continue reading

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Happy New Year!!!

Just wanted to wish all of my readers a wonderful and happy new year and thank you all for the continued support of my blog and I over the years. You all mean so much to me and motivate/inspire me to keep going and keep bettering myself. May this year bring you all lots of love, success, and infinite happiness.

love,

Jasmin Rodriguez <3

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