Citizenrosebud
Homegrown in Sacramento California, The Citizen Rosebud is a personal style blog of Bella Q, a plus 40 fashionista who loves vintage and shopping secondhand. With an emphasis on quirky, sustainable style, the Citizen writes about local culture with international flavor. Oh and she loves plaid. A LOT.
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Street Style SACRAMENTO
http://streetstylesacramento.com/
Style from the streets of California's capitol.
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The Citizen Rosebud
http://thecitizenrosebud.com/
Independent Fashion. Sacramento style. Homegrown in Sacramento California, the Citizen Rosebud is a personal style blog of +40 writer Bella Q, who loves vintage, shopping secondhand and polka dots.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 669 )
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Uno Momento Mori
This fun Day-of-the-Dead graphic was made courtesy of Pic Monkey. I've been using this amazing FREE application on the web for months now, and of course I hope... Read more
Posted on 28 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
We Got Tha Beat! Beats + Bohos in Ballard
I've mentioned that I LOVE Ballard, right? Ballard is a funky/awesome/kick-ass district in Seattle that has a Swedish/Nordic history and is rich with creative... Read more
Posted on 25 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Outfit Post: Miz Mooz, Ox-blood Boots
Fall colors are steeped in drama. Case in point the au currant color of Oxblood, aka Merlot, Bordeaux, or Burgundy. This wine-soaked hue is seeped in drama,... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Tah-dah on Tuesday
"Fashion is forever." -Judith "The Style Crone" BoydWhat a treat to go with my morning coffee: "Ari Seth Cohen posted on your timeline" and a link:... Read more
Posted on 16 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Picture Perfect: Autumn Wings
Autumn Wings (Photo credit: Bella Q)I came across this exquisite creature early one morning sometime last week. The wings blended so perfectly into the... Read more
Posted on 15 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Outfit Post: Polyester Plaid + Polka Dots
Only in America, folks. Here you can wear the good ol' red, white and blue and represent the glory of the stars and stripes with a Scottish Tam, a dress from... Read more
Posted on 12 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Karina Dresses Fall Collection 2012
Karina Cousineau, dress designer (image source)Karina Cousineau is a woman who loves vintage clothing and is inspired by the past. Perhaps that is why her... Read more
Posted on 09 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Outfit Post: Ginger Plaid
Crisp but bright days are dazzling the Seattle population. Remarks about how rare this sort of October are being liberally sprinkled over the general... Read more
Posted on 08 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Happy Plaidurday
It's probably an understatement when I say: I love plaid. In fact, plaid is my favorite color. If you were to Google "plaid" last summer, chances were that you'... Read more
Posted on 05 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Frocktober
It's Frock-tober, and time to pull out those sweaters and your bestest of dresses- we're going places. As you read this, I'm offline and in the middle of a big... Read more
Posted on 02 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Miu Miu, Oh My Oh My!
Do I NEED this pair of sunglasses like I need a second kidney? Probably not. Do I WANT this suuuper sexy pair of red glitter cat-eyes with the svelte gold wire... Read more
Posted on 28 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Over-the-Top, Or Just Over 40?
Hey Buddy,So ya think we're too OLD to be TOP TIER?Uh, get OVER it. Here's the best of the best of the best fashion bloggers you'll find anywhere.They just... Read more
Posted on 26 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Outfit Post: Visible in Black + White
FACT: Stripes go with everything. 4 out of 5 Zebras agree. So when I felt a bit like dolling up, but still needed to be hoofing it, I chose comfortable shoes,... Read more
Posted on 24 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Fur for Thought?
What's your take on wearing fur? Do you wear it, or forswear it? Are you FOR it, or FAUX it? And...Discuss.Faux Fur:Fur-Free Retailers Some information from PET... Read more
Posted on 21 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Product Review: Easy Canvas Prints
With all my snaps on Instagram, you probably can guess I like to take photos. So vanity getting the best of me, I said yes to a chance to review Easy Canvas... Read more
Posted on 19 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Trending: Floral Headbands
Blossom and BLOOM.In the picture: Krista + pal, Desiree, Sasha, Clare, Sarah, Edie, Aminta, Bella, Helga + Krista, Aminta, La DamaAs my Instagram feed attests, ... Read more
Posted on 19 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Outfit Post: Casual Azteca
Sometimes the best accessories aren't the ones you wear. They are the company you keep. I wasn't feeling particularly stylish that day- j'eggings, and a... Read more
Posted on 17 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Fashion Fixation: 40+ Women
Good God, I am obsessed with the beauty and the style of "Socks." Just look at the mug above: she is at once gorgeous, glammy and tarty, and you just know... Read more
Posted on 13 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
CITIZEN LOVES: My Choices Are My Style
She is a whisper of a girl: young, thin and lithe, consisting mainly of long legs, long hair and a big smile. She's a style chameleon, squinting into the lens,... Read more
Posted on 11 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Love These Shades: Emporio Armani from Sunglasses Shop
Remember my product review of a pair of Emporo Armani sunglasses? No? Yes? Let's refresh that glass by clicking HERE. And how I listed 3 sunglasses picks for... Read more
Posted on 10 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE