“A subculture, in a kaleidoscope of fashion
Prowl the streets of Harajuku…” – Gwen Stefani
Photography by Julie A. Martin (@artfullyuncommon on Instagram)
Model: Leah (@riripoohleah on Instagram)
Location: Harajuku, Tokyo
Travelkins // Dear Miami: South Beach
My love affair with street style themed shoots continues as we explore the residential streets of South Beach, Miami. Away from the two main streets that boast nightclubs, shops and restaurants, you will find the residential pocket of South Beach. I adore the Art Deco architecture and fun colors in which the buildings are painted. It is so “Miami” and so special.
Places to go when you visit: South Pointe Park for views and playgrounds, Ocean Drive for the restaurants and beach, Lincoln Road for restaurants and amazing shopping, and Española Way for quaint shops and restaurants.
As for styling, a mix of modern silhouettes in pastels and bright hues mixed with jellies and clogs seemed appropriate for the location. I really love seeing the relationship between the clothing and the architecture. And Celia captures this so expertly. I literally gasped when I received her email with the link to the images! So fun to collaborate creatively with someone that just “gets” what you are looking for.
I hope that you enjoy our little peeks into the beautiful city that is Miami…
Photography: Celia D. Luna | Styling: Leslie Schor| Models: Luna & Elise
Clothing, Shoes, Accessories//Ladida|Miss L. Ray|Pitchoun Designs|American Apparel|Zara
Travelkins // Dear Miami: Little Haiti
A few months ago I met with photographer, Celia D. Sanchez, and her daughter, Luna, in Miami’s Little Haiti neighborhood. I was born and raised in Miami and adore the city for all of its vibrancy and diversity. I thought it would be a great idea to shoot some street style and fashion portraits against the colorful backdrops in Little Haiti. We never would have guessed that that one of the images would end up being chosen as the cover for the eighth print edition of Babiekins Magazine! (Click here to see the cover!)
As far as wardrobe styling, I usually like to keep things simple and wearable and avoid “over styled” looks. Classically tailored pieces with unexpected details in fun colors looked great with funky little embroidered pins and hats. I used a jeweled collar under a shirt collar, for a quirky touch. We all know that the Stan Smith shoe is having its “moment”, but so are jellies with socks! Of course, both are perfect for summer.
If you are ever in the Little Haiti neighborhood, make sure to visit the Little Haiti Cultural Center. You’ll find everything from a marketplace to performances. We had the honor of sitting in on an Afro-Caribbean dance class. The dancers danced feverishly to the sound of live drumming. It was amazing!
Photography: Celia D. Sanchez | Styling: Leslie Schor | Model: Luna
Clothing & Accessories//Miss L. Ray London, Indego Africa, Halo Luxe, Adidas, Forever21
Fashionkins // Pastel Streetstyle
It’s no secret that spring and summer are for pastels. Combine pastels with graphic patterns for a current SS16 look for your little babiekins.
Photography: Tammy Baird | Styling: Bonnie Kay | Danielle Larche| Assistant Stylist: Alana Le Page| Hair and Make Up: Niamh Baker
Fashionkins // Spring Looks with Gianna
One of our favorite Instagram mamas, @GBELOVED, has such a talent for dressing her little babiekin, Gianna. We cannot decide which is our favorite of these fun looks. Which is your favorite look?
Check out Ginger Beloved on Instagram for outfit details.
Fashionkins// Streetstyle: Chilly Spring in NYC
Chilly spring days in NYC are made for strolling with your bestir while rocking bright furs paired with shorts and your best leathers…
Photography, Direction & Styling: Tiffany Casanova| Models: Brianna & Tristin
Clothing & Accessories//Molo, Puma, Zara, Appaman, La Miniatura, Dr. Martens
Fashionkins//Streetstyle: Sade
While we are all ready for swimsuits and sundresses, it’s still chilly in some places. We love the idea of neutrals and coats paired with skirts/dresses for transitional looks.
Photographer: Trellis Evans|Stylist: Yessica Young| Model: Sade Young
Fashionkins // 90’s Child
I guess because I grew up in the 90’s I will always have a special place in my heart for its style. It takes me back to such a special time in my childhood growing up. Its comeback these last few seasons have put me in a constant state of nostalgia and I have seriously enjoyed dressing up both my kids in old school looks. The 90’s grunge look in particular is probably one of my favorites . I wanted to take that style but introduce it to Spring. I decided to switch up the usual black color palette to an all white one, since that trend transitioned so beautifully right into SS15, but kept all the familiar elements such as the round glasses, plaid & those classic shredded jeans. 
Credits // Gray Beanie from Target | White Denim Jacket from Target | Plaid Button Up from Gap | Shredded Jeans from Zara | Shoes from Converse