Designer finds on a thrift-shop budget
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• Who she is: Maria Blakeman
• What she’s wearing: Turquoise and black skirt from Street Fair; black leather Sak tote she received as a Christmas gift; onyx and silver pendant, also a gift; blue scarf in her hair she tells us is “a Vera [Neumann]. They’re from the 1950s and they’re collectible.” Maria hunts for them at thrift shops.
• Why we love it: Maria pairs wintery black with a summery skirt and flip-flops for a great seasonal crossover outfit. And, while matching outfits can sometimes seem rather Garanimals, Maria’s not-too-strict pairing of bright blue shades and black accessories lends a pulled-together feel to her getup.
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On Saturday, March 18, Women Working for the Cure sponsors the 2nd annual Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Grove Park Inn. The event, which runs from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., benefits the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. Fashions from SteinMart are modeled by cancer survivors. Tickets are $20. Call Marlene at 259-5967 or Tanja at 252-3541 for info.
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