The Art of Fashion

Hair, Makeup, Glam, Runway!

The Art of Fashion Show was a huge success! I ended up filling in for one of my models because of an injury. Honestly, I was so nervous. I design the shirts, model them down the runway? I don't think so. The idea of modeling scares me and brings butterflies to my stomach. I'm happy to say it was a lot of fun, and I enjoyed Roots Beauty doing my makeup and hair.

It felt wonderful having someone else pamper me. I've been working on this little thing called self-love for the past 3 years, and I hadn't thought of allowing someone else to do something nice for me. I mean, I've had the occasional mani and pedi, but anyways, this was different, and I loved it. Roots Beauty is located in Laguna Beach, they're a fully non-toxic cosmetic shop & organic hair color salon, specializing in organic makeup, skincare, & haircare.

There were 3 of use modeling my shirts which were all new from this years summer collection. It was so much fun walking down that runway. I'm really happy that I decided to wear one of my own tanks. It was one of those things I can cross of my list and feel proud to say I did that once! Vanessa and Charlotte did an incredible job representing Backward Prints as well. A big thanks to everyone who put on the show. It was purely magical.

Photographer: Nancy Villere.  IG: @Villeredesign & @Crushphotodesign

location: Sawdust Art Festival

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   I have a brand new collection coming out this summer.  I've been working hard designing new work that I'm sure you're going to love.  Backward Prints will be exhibiting this summer at the Sawdust Art Festival for our 7th summer.  We look forward to seeing you all, and showing you our new line.

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I'll Be Home for Christmas

Top 10 things to do in South Orange County

1.  Winter Fantasy Art Show at the Sawdust Art Festival in Laguna Beach

2.  Evening stroll in Laguna Beach to look at the store windows, and do some Holiday shopping

3. Tommy Bahama's for a cocktail - This place makes the best drink! Perfect spot to go with your girlfriends, husband, or on a date.

4.  Crystal Cove State Park for a hike, or a beach walk. If you're interested in purchasing an annual pass, click here.  Pass costs $195.00

5.  Balboa Island Fun Zone

6.  Frozen banana at Dad's Donut Shop and Bakery

7.  Newport Beach Boat Parade,  December 17-21

8.  Rent beach cruiser bikes and ride around Newport Beach Peninsula.  If you get hungry, go check out Bear Flag Fish Taco. 

9.  Newport Beach Aquatic Center: You can rent a kayak, or a stand up paddle board

10.  Avocado Cafe, Huntington Beach

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If you would like to be a guest blogger with Backward Prints, please contact me.  Also, if you have a product that is handmade, we would love to blog about you.

A Unique Art Festival in Laguna Beach

Backward Prints booth #120

  Opening weekend at the Winter Fantasy art festival was a huge success.  I was blown away at how many return customers came by to see me.  Thank you to each and every one of you for your continued support.  I love this show because the grounds have been transformed into a whimsical wonderland.  It's not every day you get to hangout with Santa, sit in his sleigh, and watch all the cute kids playing in a house made of gingerbread.  To top all this off, it even snows! 

  Our show runs for 4 more weekends.  Check out our calendar to see the show dates and times.  We will be open this from 10am-6pm.  Booth #120