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Palace of Fine Arts

May 31, 2017

Zucchero, San Francisco 2017

This shoot in San Francisco with Jay Blakesberg was something I wasn’t expecting to happen for years down the road. The whole connection happened when Jay released his book, Hippie Chick, an amazing photo collection of true free-spirited female festival goers starting from the early Grateful Dead years. Through a little help from social media, Jay and I connected for a collaboration here on Bohemian Bunnie. We met in person at his book signing where by complete coincidence he featured a photo of my decorated envelope for the Grateful Dead Fare Thee Well shows. Literally he featured five envelopes that he photographed while at the Stinson Beach headquarters out of nearly 30,000 mail order ticket requests. From that meeting, Jay graciously invited me to perform with the all female fronted band at Terrapin Crossroads for his book release party. Having been a fan of the Dead since I was twelve, being invited to perform at Phil Lesh’s club with musicians that are part of the Grateful Dead community, for the Grateful Dead’s main photographer, was an insanely incredible honor. At that show I told Jay I couldn’t wait for the day that he would photograph me on stage, full on rock star style. That day came just 18 months later in San Francisco on March 19th, 2017 at Palace of Fine Arts. Just before the show we shot around the exterior of the venue, one of the most beautiful venue exteriors of the tour this past year. Thank you, Jay, for this amazing shoot! It’s so fun when events come full circle.

Corset Dress Violet Vixen

All photography by Jay Blakesberg

Sugaree

May 24, 2017

Shake it, shake it, Sugaree
Just don’t tell them that you know me.

This post is coming to you all the way from the land down under. I’m finishing up a short run of shows here in New Zealand and Australia with Zucchero before heading back to the US for a quick regroup to leave the country again for four months. I can’t believe how fortunate I am to be able to go to the Dead and Company shows in the 5 days I’ll actually be back in my own hood. Grateful Dead have always had a special place in my heart. It literally seems like yesterday I was 13 discovering ‘Workingman’s Dead’ for the first time and put that cd on repeat in my discman. Little did I know all the solos that I could hum to a T for the past 20 years would be the inspiration for me learning my secondary instrument, pedal steel guitar. I had no idea what instrument made those sounds on ‘Dire Wolf” or ‘Sugar Magnolia’, I just knew it to be the sound of the Dead. When I purchased my first steel almost four years ago, I was determined to learn Jerry Garcia’s solo over ‘Dire Wolf.’ That’s what started everything. That’s the very instrument I’ve been obsessing over (and not leaving my house much) the past four years of my life. That’s the reason I’m writing this post in Australia, and that’s why I owe the Grateful Dead many thanks for inspiration to help me carve my own musical path.

“Just one thing I ask of you
Just one thing for me
Please forget you knew my name
My darling, Sugaree.”

Steel Your Face Tshirt Adam Carstens / High-Waisted Vintage Denim GM Studio LA / Suede Booties (similar) Free People

HAIR: Ashley Layton / MAKEUP: Marlene Sullivan

Photography by Ashley Marie Myers

Play With Fire

May 13, 2017

Well, you’ve got your diamonds and you’ve got your pretty clothes

As a musician I have my fair share of black clothing. So much black that I have a bin the the garage labeled “black overflow.” I have no idea what kind of ‘overflow’ I’ve stowed away, but certainly not important enough to have even opened the ten gallon plastic bin I filled over three years ago. Honestly, sometimes it’s fun to set it and forget it, and later revisit the forgotten garments of years past. It’s like going vintage shopping in my garage! Back to black…it’s only been recently that I’ve been getting into bold reds (starting with the dramatic color change in my hair last fall) and mixing fire tones with basic black has been one of my favorite color combos recently. This Pachamama Bohemian jacket is anything BUT basic, however, just using three colors this is one of my favorite boldest pieces I own. And it makes it all the more special that it was gifted to me for my birthday this year by the designer herself when she came to a show of mine in Florida this April. I love you Val!

Bold reds amongst the desert tones at Pappy and Harriet’s.

My favorite little bandana I got in Tokyo last March.

“But don’t play with me, ’cause you’re playing with fire.”

Hand-stiched Bohemian Jacket Pachamama Bohemian / Leather Pants GM Studio LA / Vintage Bolo

Hair: Ashley Layton / MU: Marelene Sullivan

Photography by Ashley Marie Myers

Ramble On Rose

April 19, 2017

Ramble on baby, settle down easy…

Dirt roads, dustings of pink, greens, sun-faded blues and yellows make the desert a sight for sore eyes. If I’m jumping in my car, driving due east of Los Angeles is my favorite direction to head. The solace of desert life is something I always dreamed of as a midwestern kid, and beginning only just a year ago with my first trip to Joshua Tree, the desert has never let me down. I can guarantee I’ll own a second home there before the end of my thirties. Besides the artistic way of life that comes so easily in Joshua Tree, there is so much inspiration in the desert. The vegetation, wildlife, the night sky, the mom and pop shops that will always be ahead of the trend, and the locals. It’s the outlaw way of life that has become so desired by the creative types like myself. Desert outfitters such as Pachamama Bohemian and The Champagne Gypsy will forever fill my wild west inspired closet.

“Did you say your name was Rambling Rose?”

Embroidered Elephant Denim Jacket Pachamama Bohemian / Beaded Mini Backpack with Pom Poms Pachamama Bohemian / Gold Crochet Monokini Pachamama Bohemian / Mother of Pearl Angel Wing Earrings The Champagne Gypsy / Gold Moon Face Ring The Champagne Gypsy

Hair: Ashley Layton / Make up: Marlene Sullivan

Photography by Ashley Marie Myers

Light My Fire

April 9, 2017

Girl, we couldn’t get much higher.

My absolute favorite candle line joined us on our last journey to Joshua Tree. An evening filled with vintage vinyl and the most luxurious scents from Flores Lane is what makes up a perfect desert getaway. Each hand-poured soy candle made in the heart of West Hollywood is named after a particular region of LA and NY. Some of my favorites include the beachy florals of Hermosa Beach and the musky undertones of Venice. Anytime I’m at home I can guarantee a Flores Lane jar or two is illuminated. The scents are vibrant but subtle enough to burn two favorites at the same time. I’m waiting patiently for the lovely ladies of Flores Lane to add even more scents to their arsenal…I know they’d come up with the most perfect rendition of French perfumeries or Italian beach sides.

The white jars have a slightly more feminine and floral touch while the black jars have a little musk and masculinity to them. Whatever you’re in the mood for, there’s a Flores Lane scent for it all.

“Come on baby light my fire, Try to set the night on fire.”

Soy candles by Flores Lane | Macrame Wall Hanging Juniper and Fir

Photography by Ashley Marie Myers

Sleeping Bag Beauties

April 2, 2017

Desert Dreaming

I can’t think of a better escape right now than under the desert stars in Joshua Tree. The cool evenings in the desert call for lots of layering, blankets and cozying up. Just in time for that time of year when everyone makes the pilgrimage to Coachella Valley for two weekends of music and bohemian fashion overload. Dare I say I’m not a big fan of Coachella (I’ve performed there and I’ve attended) maybe it’s the mass influx of high schoolers who depleated the inventory in every Forever 21 within a 50 mile radius of Los Angeles, or maybe it’s the fact that I can’t stand EDM or most likely the fact that I can’t imagine roaming the grounds without an air conditioned artist trailer filled with booze and beer that I can run to at any moment. Yes I’m pulling out the spoiled artist card, but seriously drop me off at Jazz Fest in NOLA and I’m like a kid in a candy shop. Regardless of what music fest you’re attending or camping at this year, the most essential item to pack in my opinion is this incredible roll up sleeping bag from Sleeping Bag Beauties. Blank, sleeping bag, pillow case, eye mask all in one and rolls up into the most adorable little pack that can make the trek with you anywhere.

Enjoy the start to your festival season, my bunnies!

Bohemian Sleeping Bag by Sleeping Bag Beauties

Photography by Ashley Marie Myers

Ruby Ribbon Coachella Giveaway

March 27, 2017

Win a pair of tickets to Coachella weekend one!

It’s hard to think ahead for festival season fashion when I’m en route to Montreal looking out of the tour bus window at piles of snow. Yes, I am a midwest girl but a true desert girl at heart. Shorts and boots will forever by my staple. Traveling so much has definitely honed my packing skills but even with the minimal packing for this tour that is taking me through Canada at the moment, I could have definitely left behind at least a half suitcase of wardrobe. Those cute new body con maxi dresses I splurged on, um not sure they pair too well with a ski jacket and snow boots. In just a few weeks, however, festival season inspires the best desert-bohemian fashion in retail across the globe with an overwhelming amount of options. Keep it simple. It’s hot as hell in Indio, California and unless you have an all access pass to trailers and catering it’s more or less a sweat fest from dawn til dusk. If I was a Coachella-ing this year what would I take? Honestly a few variations of this ensemble. A handful of bralettes for layering (in this case this adorable demiette from Ruby Ribbon) a few pairs of shorts, some layering kimono type wraps and shoes you can live in. Are you just living vicariously through bloggers’ fashion tips and wishing you had your own pair of Coachella passes? Well there’s just a few more days to enter Ruby Ribbon’s Coachella giveaway for weekend one! Tell us how much you love your festival fashion on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook and include the hashtags #rubyribbon, #demiette, and #festivalseason to be entered to win 2 weekend-one Summer Music Festival passes at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California! Include a picture of yourself in your Demiette styled for festival season and get an extra entry!

Demiette Bra & Kimono Ruby Ribbon / Choker Flea Market Girl / Cowboy Boots Space Cowboy

Photography by Ashley Marie Myers

Mellow Yellow

March 6, 2017

I’m just mad about Saffron, Saffron’s mad about me.

Yellows, burnt umber and brick reds. A palette fit for 1969. This little tie-up shirt from Pachamama Bohemian and dreamy yellow floral crops from Novella Royale are gonna be my spring staples. Cozy enough for lounging and groovy enough for a night out. Yellow actually happens to be my favorite color, it’s just so tricky to wear. The subtle shades of yellow and what my teenage self would call ‘puke green’ have become a favorite combination of mine. This billowy, gauzy yet oh so feminine blouse is my favorite compliment to skin tight flares. Tied up or loose and breezy, it’s so versatile and so easy.

“Electrical banana, it’s bound to be the very next phase.”

White Gauze Blouse Pachamama Bohemian / Cropped Vintage Flares Novella Royale / Antler Charm Necklace Flea Market Girl

Photos by Ashley Marie Myers

Six Days on the Road

March 2, 2017

Six days on the road, And I’m gonna make it home tonight.

This last Joshua Tree trip wasn’t quite 6 days on the road, 4 to be exact, but in actuality a prep for the next 6 months on the road for me. I am so grateful that I get to perform music around the globe with an artist and a band I adore. The Italian artist Zucchero is taking me around the world to places I’ve only dreamed of going. Starting in San Diego on March 15th and headed halfway around the world to Australia and back, 2017 is gonna be one helluva ride. Only fitting that my new favorite local designer, GM Studio LA, is Italian herself and designs clothes that are made in Los Angeles that are totally rock star worthy. While I’m bringing the threads on the road, I only wish I could bring the rad team that helped tame my cherry red mane and made my skin look all dewy and pretty! Thank you Ashley Layton & Marlene Sullivan!