Feature Friday: Fola!

Oddly enough, although we have not followed through on giving you your posts for the week (insert sad face..lol)  we do have our first Feature Friday of the year. Here we have Ms. Folasade, who in our opinion has a very keen eye for fashion. We had the pleasure of taking some of her time and capturing these amazing images as well as being asking her some questions about her style. So continue on throughout the post to find out more about Ms. Fola.     

As we can see she wore some skinny dark colored jeans, offset with a cream cardigan; lined with black trim and adorned with cute bows on the pocket. Underneath this cardigan she went with a scoop-neck cami bringing in the the lining from the cardigan. For shoes she has on some black flats, with a large colored bow at the front; which brings in the detail of the bow of the cardigan. She kept her accessories very simple, but they still made a statement with this outfit. She has on some pearl colored, flowered studs..a chain necklace with some added trinkets at the base of it..and amazing purple watch. Personally, we feel as though the watch brought in just the right amount of color for this look. 

Overall, she kept the look very simple and as you can see she has a very good eye for detail. Shown directly through her color selections as well as the little details that are noticed throughout the outfit.   






We've actually done quite a few posts on cardigans before so if you're wanting some ideas when it comes to the cardigan check out this link. Or you can take a few hints from Fola and how she so effortlessly put this look together. If you do the latter of the two be sure to give the girl her props!(lol) .............no really.


Now although it may seem as though it was a beautiful warm spring day, these pictures and video were caught right in the middle of our infamous winter days. Sun-shining, birds chirping but freezing with the intense blows from the wind. Throughout these conditions Fola was a doll to work with! She didn't back out or run from the challenge, she kept smiling and made it an amazing day for us. So for that we say thank you!






We took a different approach this year when it came to the interviews. We're giving you them to you on video. So along with this being our first feature friday of the year, Fola also gets to be our first video interviewee. Definitely make sure you tune in to the video and be sure to leave her or us a comment or two about the interview and her outfit! 

Thank you Fola, you did a great job!! We really appreciate your support and the fact that you took some time out of your busy day to help us out! We hope you enjoyed this opportunity as much as we did! 

We L.O.V.E. you, and btw HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY!!! we hope it was the best yet! =)

-love VintageMahogani.

Feature Friday: Mariam!!

1. Do you think you have a unique style? 

~ No, not at all. I think style is influenced by something.

2. If yes, what's unique about it? 

(Refer to Question 1...)

3. Describe your style.

~It kinda depends on how I am feeling that day. I mostly like to wear things that are comfortable and relaxed, but cute. I love jewelry, you can definitely add style or dress up any outfit. :-)

4. What would you wear on a casual day vs. a party?

~On a casual day, I would normally throw on some skinny jeans and cute top or a simple cotton dress if I am feeling flirty! For a party or evening look...I would probably wear a dressy blouse, shorts, and blazer with some heels. (Alrighttt!! Lol)

5. What 5 items of clothing are a must have for you if you were stuck on an island and why?

~Sunglasses, a pair of my favorite blue jean shorts, a tank top, a pair of sandals, and a big straw hat. I'm sure it would be super HOT , so I gotta stay cool. Lol.

6. What do you like to see the opposite sex wear?

~I love it when guys wear classy clothes like vests and button-up shirts and when they look sophisticated and clean cut! :-)

7. Do you look to anyone for style inspiration? If yes, who and why? 

~I can't say I look to anyone person individually, but I get fashion ideas from everyone. Store mannequins, friends, and magazines. I think it's important to switch it up. 

8. What is your favorite store to shop at and why?

~I really like shopping at TJMaxx. It's like a big closet were you can just throw things together. I also like to shop at Forever 21, especially for accessories.

9. Do you think alot of money is essential when it comes to style?

~I definitely don't think a lot of money is necessary when it comes to style. Money might make it more convenient, but it isn't necessary.

10. How do you feel about being on VintageMahogani's Feature Friday?

~OMG, I feel so honored for being chosen! You guys are so awesome and I really enjoyed the experience. Your blog is great and I can't wait to see what's next!

We really appreciate your time Mariam!! It was a lot of fun working with you and thanks for allowing us to feature you on the blog!

Feature Friday: Lauren Mac!

1. Do you think you have a unique style?  Of course! Would you be interviewing me if I didn't? lol


2. If yes, what's unique about it?  I purposefully aim to be different. I hate cookie cutter fashion, so I try my hardest not to look like everybody else. Being fashionable is not about being dressed like the Forever 21 mannequin. There is an art to being fashionable. You have to practice it, just like you do any other art. Sometimes, my personal style is a beautiful masterpiece, sometimes it’s an elementary arts & craft project. But I take pride in saying that I did MY thing, not somebody else’s. 

3. Describe your style. I’m a creative person and I think my style definitely reflects that. I like to call my style, urban safari chic. I’m prone to mix eclectic pieces, with trendy items with a classic staple. You may catch me with a tribal print on, and some ornate piece of jewelry, paired with a graphic tee, and a tailored blazer. I love prints and I also collect a lot of African inspired jewelry. But at the same time, I love seersucker and linen. I like to stay current, but I don’t want to look back at pictures years from now and have to ask myself “What the heck did you have on Lauren” 


4. What would you wear on a casual day vs. a party? 

Glamour is my middle name. I love getting dressed up, so I have a closet full of dresses from boutiques in a variety of colors all with unique detailing. I might very well be the queen of the club dress.

Generally, I like to buy clothes that can be worn for both day & night. So a lot of my wardrobe can be dressed up with a pair of heels & jewelry, or dressed down with boots & a sweater. I may wear the same dress for both a daytime event and night time outing and it look completely different. 

5. What 5 items of clothing are a must have for you if you were stuck on an island and why? 

Just 5? I over pack for everything. I like to have options. 


1. My coral silk tunic. This is my favorite shirt in my wardrobe and wear it every chance I get. 2. My Ray Bands 3. My ripped up boyfriend jeans 4. My bright orange sundress 5. my BCBG bronze wedge sandals. 


6. What do you like to see the opposite sex wear?

I love men in tailored European cut suits. If I was a guy I’d be a in a suit every chance I got, top button undone, no tie. And on a casual day, I like to see men in solid color v-necks or a Henley and dark denim. Sheesh, the v-necks are my thing! I’m attracted to guys who are really into clothes and give me competition when it comes to fashion.

7. Do you look to anyone for style inspiration? If yes, who and why?

Of course. I like to mix the glamour and creativity of Beyonce’s style with the elegance and classic nature of Zoe Saldana. Every time I see them on television or online, I wish I could just snatch that dress off them and wear it. I’d love to raid either one of their closets.


8. What is your favorite store to shop at and why?


My favorite store hands down is Urban Outfitters. I love Urban because they have such a variety of clothes and styles, I can always find something that fits into my fashion aesthetic. And it’s rare that somebody will put together an identical outfit together from Urban. It keeps my look different.

I also shop heavily at Zara and H&M (when I am close to one) and I’m a huge fan of my local thrift stores.


9. Do you think a lot of money is essential when it comes to style? why or why not?

Money is definitely not essential, but it’s a perk. I do believe it’s quite possible to dress inexpensively and not look cheap though. I’m an avid thrift store shopper and I’ve found some of my favorite pieces of clothes at TJMaxx. I feel like I’m pretty well dressed already, if I was rich, you probably couldn’t tell me anything!



10. How do you feel about being selected to be on Vintage Mahogani 's Feature Friday ?

I was very excited when I was asked to do Feature Friday. I value Angie & Vonnie’s fashion sense and I was very flattered that they wanted to feature me. I love Vintage Mahogani and I’m anxious to see the buzz around the blog grow.


     Thanks so much for allowing us some time with you to conduct this interview & photoshoot, you pretty much Killed it! Just in case you don't know about her let us tell you: She's beautiful, intelligent, & has her own..  (Arrogant Images)..check it out!

In the Shoot:

Electric Blue Ultra Suede Blazer from Good Will 
Turquoise Sundress by Urban Outfitters
Brown Suede Platform Sandals by Jessica Simpson
Jewelry from Forever 21


                                                                                           Photos by: Iconic Expressions