Jennifer on SW Washington St.


I like graphic patterns and bold prints on well-structured beautiful pieces.

-Jennifer, communication consultant


top: Club Monaco
jeans: Joe's
boots: from a boutique in D.C.
bag: from Argentina
ring: seeds caste in gold, made in Maryland
earrings: from an Eastern market in D.C.

Friday Portrait

Happy Friday!

A few new things on Urban Weeds...

Friday will officially be the home of the portrait. We'll be taking the weekends off!

Also, the week of Thanksgiving in a slow one in blog world, but a busy one in life, so enjoy! We will be doing the same and taking the week off. Urban Weeds will resume on Monday 11/30 with the new schedule.

Have a lovely weekend!

Christy on SE Ankeny St.


I'm inspired by people I see all over Portland.

-Christy, graphic designer


shirt: J.Crew
jeans: from Buffalo Exchange
jacket: Club Monaco
shoes: Sperry
scarf: Target
bracelets: mementos from Cannon Beach and Crater Lake
ring: my grandpa's
earrings: from Sister's, Oregon

Shop Owner: Alison of Frank James


I like pieces that are made for everyday. Affordable, versatile, and quality.

-Alison, owner of Frank James


romper: Reif
jacket: from rock n' rose
shoes: Jeffrey Campbell
tights: from Left Right Left in Bellingham
glasses: Ray Ban
bracelets: random and found objects
watch: Casio

Designer: Lindsey Reif


I'm very inspired by Berlin street style. I like minimalism and neutrals with a sense of timelessness.

-Lindsey, designer of Reif


shirt: Reif
skirt: Urban Outfitters
jacket: vintage
shoes: thrifted in Tigard
bag: vintage
belt: thrifted
ring: Ornamental Things
Earrings: Emily Baker

Cassandra on SE Water Ave


I think balance is the most important part of an outfit, its like a painting, all the elements coming together to create a whole.

-Cassandra, server, artist, and event planner


jumper: Buffalo Exchange
shirt: Nordstrom
shoes: Mother's from the 80's
tights: Nordstrom
bag: Vintage Coach
glasses: from Hollywood Vintage

Shop Owner: Gina of Radish Underground


I'm inspired by a mixture of classic and modern. I love the Mad Men trend!

-Gina, co-owner of Radish Underground


top: Gigi by UNA
jeans: yoga jeans by Second Clothing
shoes: Chucks
necklace: Elyse Bunkers sterling with vintage rhinestones
bandana: thrifted

Shop Owner: Celestial of Radish Underground


I'm inspired by local designers and the materials that Portlanders use. I especially love reclaimed fabrics.

-Celestial, Co-Owner of Radish Underground


dress: Aster Park (Celestial's line)
top: Omgirl
jacket: raw earth wild sky
boots: El Naturalista, from Spain
necklace: birthday gift
earrings: Maple XO, made from a recycled skate board

Desirée on SE Clinton St.


My look is ultra feminine with modern, sleek accessories.

-Desirée, sole proprietress of Maiden Rapture Vintage


dress: 90's Contempo Casual
jacket: Edwardian, thrifted
shoes: from New York
bag: 80's Chanel
gloves: 60's, thrifted
tights: Nordstrom
watch: 60's, thrifted

Noni on SE 28th Ave


I'm inspired by old fashioned things, fairy tale illustrations, Nordic princesses, pretty friends, and my cats.

-Noni, esthetician


coat: Diane von Furstenberg
dress: from the bins
boots: thrifted
earrings: Emily Jane
collar: from the bins
pin: from Bombshell Vintage
bike: River City

Designer: Nate of Smith & Bybee


My style is all over the place but I am driven by what I consider to be classic.

-Nate, Co-Designer of Smith & Bybee


shirt: Vintage Pendleton
jeans: Chip & Pepper
coat: G-Star
boots: Frye
scarf: Knitted by Nate

Designer: Carly of Smith & Bybee


I have an affection for vintage, rugged clothing, with great detail, fit, and fabric.

-Carly, Co-Designer of Smith & Bybee


dress: Made by Carly
coat: Christmas present from Dad
boots: Xtratuff
scarf: estate sale
bracelet: from Pendleton Round-Up
broach: from Three Monkeys

Designer: Janeane Marie


I like the idea of clothing being the backdrop of who you are, it should be simple and classic.

-Janeane, designer of Janeane Marie



shirt: My husband's
jeans: my everyday pair
boots: Italian
scarf: Janeane Marie
ring: Shop Bop