Miss Hicks

As you may remember from this post forever ago, I decided to interview some of my stylish pals around Oxford about their looks and lifestyle. Part Proust Questionnaire, part my questionnaire. And I'm happy to say I finally got around to doing it! 

First on the list: Dorothy Jean Hicks, one of my BFFs and everyone's favorite local style icon. 

Occupation: Full-time sales associate at Cicada Boutique on the square; Hostess with the Mostest at Boure Restaurant.

Hometown: Greenwood, MS

Favorite Place to Shop in Oxford: Cicada, of course!

Favorite Hotel: The Shore Club in Miami

(the hopping pool at The Shore Club)

Favorite City: South Beach!

(DJ, Cat, Ashley and myself in South Beach two years ago for DJ's 21st)

Favorite Book: Bless Your Heart, Tramp, and Other Southern Endearments by Celia Rivenbark

Favorite Magazine: Ocean Drive

Who or what inspires your style?: "Eva Longoria. With her, it's glamour all day every day, whether she is picking up groceries or walking the red carpet."

(a very glamorous Dorothy Jean with her parents)

What are your Top 5 fashion must-haves?: 

1) Anything that sparkles.

2) Animal print (currently I am into python prints).

3) A great pair of Jimmy Choos or Manolos (when I have a little juice on my Visa card)!

4) Pretty pink lip gloss.

5) Sweet-smelling perfume (I enjoy Flowerbomb by Viktor and Rolf, Peony by Stella in Two, and even some Fantasy by Britney Spears!)

Quotation to Live by: 

"Sometimes, when everything is going wrong, the best thing you can do is take a nap"

Well said little DJ! This girl is full of style, wisdom and sparkles. When we were roommates, she curled my hair and covered my in body glitter for my Gamma Chi interview and I swear that's how I got it! From her love of Nightmare on Elm Street to Lil Kim, Miss Hicks knows what's up. Stop by Cicada for some shopping and some style advice!

N.E.R.D.y Perfection

Pharrell Williams has been a long time celebrity crush of mine for many reasons: 

1. He has the second-best style of any guy (after Paul, of course)

 2. He has the ability to literally see music. Magic powers....?

3. He is the owner of the most amaaaazing Miami penthouse apartment.

I saw this spread in Conde Nast's supplementary magazine Fashion Rocks like two years ago and I discovered what love means. Amazing views, combined with the most awesome modern, pseudo-pop-art collection make his residence a must-see.

Here are some more shots of his art:

And this next one here is evidence that we're meant to be:

And he used to date Jade Jagger who is a Libra and jewelry designer. I'm a Libra and work in a jewelry store which is pretty much the same thing.

Next time I'm in MIA I'll have to go knock on his door and request a tour. Surely we'll be BFF in no time.