Fashion, Travel & Lifestyle. – Page 229 – As told by Jessica Steele. Based in NYC.

August 8, 2013March 7, 2015

first year favorites

So if we’re going to get technical – today, August 8th, is the exact 1st birthday of my blog. And since not all have you have been here with me since the very beginning (but to those of you who have – thank you!!), I thought it would be fun to take a look back at a few of my favorite posts from the past year…

1. This Shape Shifter series was easily one of my favorites. With a 60’s theme and a retro hotel as the backdrop, these pictures were some of the most fun to take and pushed me outside of my usual comfort zone.

2. An easy DIY that totally transformed our living room wall (and for practically no money), these drawer shelves were a fun take on usual frames. Plus, this post ended up being featured on the Ruche blog – an added bonus!

3. My ‘Passing Through’ travel posts are always my favorites to write because I get to re-live some of my past adventures and this post about Austin, Texas (a hands down favorite of the places I had the chance to visit last year) was no different. Can I go back now?

4. Featuring a skirt I made back in college (it was the statement of my senior collection inspired by the modern American Woman), this Fourth of July post was just over the top patriotic. We took these pictures back in the cutest little cul de sac near our apartment that for a moment, I wanted to pretend we lived in instead. Picket fences and all.

I’d love to know what some of your favorites were?

The Steele Maiden: Passing Through Austin

August 7, 2013March 7, 2015

the new york collection.

So as you all know by now, along with a new look around here this week also brought the launch of my signature travel inspired jewelry line. In celebration I thought I’d share a little bit of the inspiration for my first collection…

After spending three years in New York designing jewelry before making the move to Los Angeles, I knew I wanted to find a way to combine my experience in design with a personal line that reflected my love for travel. Each collection will reflect a different city that holds a piece of my heart (and each piece ships with a snapshot I’ve taken of that place!). New York is the source of inspiration behind my first collection (and perhaps the city that I love most in this world, and trust me I’ve compared it to many others). The collection reflects the striking architecture, the sparkle of the city that never sleeps, the big statements and the tiny moments that catch you off guard. I love these pieces that sum up what New York means to me – and don’t worry, more will be added to the shop regularly! – and I hope you love them too.

August 6, 2013March 7, 2015

a Tulle GIVEAWAY!

There are very few things I argue everyone MUST have in their wardrobes, but a trench coat is one of those items. And when vintage inspired women’s brand (and my gracious day job employers) Tulle offered to give one of my lucky readers this floral beauty I was quick to jump at the chance. Click through for complete details and to enter the giveaway!!

**GIVEAWAY NOW CLOSED**

So here are the rules:

1. Like The Steele Maiden on Facebook (if you already have skip straight to step 2)

2. Scroll to the bottom and leave a comment in the comments section

3. **For extra entries you can like Tulle on Facebook or follow The Steele Maiden on Twitter, Instagram or Pinterest and leave an additional comment letting me which you have done.

Be sure to check out Tulle for a huge selection of pretty dresses, super wearable jackets and colorful skirts & tops (I’ve got this jacket too and can’t wait for Fall to start wearing it!)

Contest ends Monday August 12 at 11:59 PST – Winner will be picked by random and announced Wednesday August 14 and will be contacted via email. This contest is open to US residents only.

August 5, 2013March 7, 2015

one year in review

You’re looking at a brand new The Steele Maiden. It’s taken a year of trial (and perhaps the occasional error), but I am thrilled to introduce my new site to you in celebration of my blog’s 1st birthday this week! And here’s what else I’m giving you…

GIVEAWAY: Who doesn’t love free stuff?! Tomorrow I’m hosting my first giveaway (with one of my favorite brands) and it’s something I know you’ll all love. So be sure to come back tomorrow for your chance to win!

New Series: With a streamlined new layout and a fresh take going into my 2nd year of blogging, there’s a few series that no longer felt relevant, and others that will be sticking around but only from time to time. And a completely new series starting every Friday that you won’t want to miss.Shop: My signature travel inspired jewelry line launches today. Every piece is designed and hand crafted by yours truly here in Los Angeles using a mix of new and vintage components. Be the first to get pieces from my New York inspired collection here!Sponsorship: The Steele Maiden is now accepting sponsors! Have a business, product or service that fits with The Steele Maiden aesthetic and want to get the word out? See all the ways we can work together here.I’m so glad that I took the past year getting The Steele Maiden to where it is today (and to the people that encouraged me along the way), and am thankful every day for those of you out there that choose to take time to check in. I can’t wait to see what this next year has in store!(Denim jacket – similar here; Blouse via Marshall’s – similar here; Asos Skirt – on sale!; Target Heels – similar here; Vintage Bag)

August 2, 2013March 7, 2015

under construction

I am pretty much bursting at the seams. This weekend the site will be under going construction (so if you stop in and things seem in disarray – fear not), on the road to building a bigger and better Steele Maiden. And you’re not going to want to miss the launch next week. We’re talking exciting announcements, a GIVEAWAY from one of my favorite brands, a fun new weekly series and more of the things you already love. So, I’ll see you back here next week. Same place, whole new style.

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