I admit, entering contests over the past year has taught me a lot about blogging. I've learned how important it is to make sure you pose in a way that shows off the clothing, how to edit photos without distorting the main focus of the picture, lighting.....it goes on and on. I have learned a lot. Still, the main thing I have learned is how important the credits are for each item. I admit, in the past, I have slacked a bit with a skin or eyes that I wear constantly and I haven't don't many pose credits because I have so many. I have since learned the importance and I suggest to new bloggers....join some contests....if nothing else, it will teach you how to be a better blogger!
So, with that said, I want to present to you....my first memory of {mon tissu}!
When the contest was announced for {mon tissu} blogger I thought back to the first time I dived into their cute little store. I remember I about died and fell in love with just the outside of the store. A beautiful little village square that was reminiscent (at least for me) of the little villages on the Almafi coast in Italy.
I contemplated the wisdom of entering, considering my impulsive nature....but I wanted the shoes. My friend had been wearing them and I wanted them so so much. So, peering through the glass, I promised myself I would get the shoes and run. Yes, that was the plan.
Bracing myself, I marched to the door, offering myself a quick pep talk. "You probably don't need anything else but those shoes....just find the shoes." Yeah, that's what I would do.
*Offers a dramatic sigh* I don't have to tell anyone who has been to {mon tissu} what happened then. I am sure it has happened to many a strong woman.
Hello, My name is Krysta, and I am a fallen woman at the feet of {mon tissu}. I bought the shoes, I sure did!
And a pair of pants, two Boho blouses, because one certainly wasn't enough....and a plethora of other items. I banned myself from {mon tissu}.
I mean, I tried. Only, I am an addict now...and when MESH hit the scene, well...I was there to grab the Lycia tank and bra...that's all I meant to get, but I walked out with the Sloane pumps and....lawd, you guys get the idea.
So when I heard about the contest, I wondered how I would do justice? I am glad I have two chances...because one isn't enough. I thought....the shoes that started it all and that (I AM SO SORRY) I have blogged quite a few times since, would be instrumental so....I shop...and what do I need? A smart little number from {mon tissu} will do just fine! I love the gathered material around the tie of the dress, it offers a really realistic and soft look with the shadows and the bow.
The shoes, which I still absolutely love a year later, have the same attention to detail and soft look I love most from {mon tissu}. The heel? That wooden heel? Yeah, that's one of my favorite parts, but the cute lil ruffle on the front, the shadows....they sold me on this shoe. I admit, I didn't even see the side strap until I bought them and put them on. It is a super cute heel...why are you still sitting here?
In the end, I decided the shopping bags weren't enough and snagged me another....the cute little Weekend Traveler...well it just put me in the mood for this small travel back in time.
{mon tissu} has moved though and all that remains of the old little store front are my memories and a wishing fountain...but if you are a true blue lover of the brand, you can grab your Weekend Travel bag and head on over to
Mayfair and get to shopping!
Place? - Tres Blah....the old spot for {mon tissu}
Pose - EverGlow - GirlS 611 from the Girl Poses #62
Pose - Still Life - [elegant] topsy turvy
Shape - Sibelle Ingmann - Krysta
Eyes - Mayfly - Deep Sky Eyes (Sapphire Night w3)
Hair - Exile - Miu in Light Brown - Maple
Skin - LAQ - Tasha2 in Nougat
Watch - Donna Flora - Samara Watch
Eye Shadow - {.essences.} - Koral Eyelashes
Lipstick - Pink Fuel - Elly Juicy Gloss, Lingere Pink
Nails - Pixel Mode - Sculpted Nails v2 Long
Bag -
{mon tissu} - Weekend Traveler (MESH)
Shopping Bags -
{mon tissu} - Everything I bought!? LOL
Briefcase - Brinks Lemmon - Agent Briefcase in Dark
Shoes -
{mon tissu} - Montsegur Pumps in Camel
Glasses - GizzA - Elegant Steps Glasses from Vintage Fair
Socks -
The Sea Hole - Crochet Knee Sock in Porcelain
