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
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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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Blooming with Helga, Part 1
Recently I enjoyed a little adventure that took me to another town, and a bit out of my comfort zone. I hinted about it last week here on the blog, and for thos... Read more
Posted on 17 July 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Outfit Post: My Huckleberry Friend
I've been eyeing this dress all summer. It was a limited edition run, so when my size sold out, I was disappointed but not all that surprised. It was a perfect... Read more
Posted on 13 July 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
CITIZEN LOVES: Over 50 Feeling 40
Pam Lutrell's Over 50 Feeling 40 was one of the first handful of blogs I found when I began my search for +40 bloggers back in late 2010. Read more
Posted on 11 July 2012 LIFESTYLE -
+40 Blogroll: New For July
From what began as a quiet list of 25 bloggers posted back in February 2011, is now nearing a resounding 200 count. That would by month's end there will be... Read more
Posted on 09 July 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Outfit Post: Aztec Polka Dot
What has two thumbs and is black and white + red all over? This girl right here.You're observing my last days as a red-head. By the time you read this, I will... Read more
Posted on 06 July 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Celebrate
Happy Fourth of July to my fellow Yanks! I'm thinking of dressing up in head to toe gingham (in red white and blue, of course) and seeking out some fireworks an... Read more
Posted on 04 July 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Pattern Play: 6 Simple Tips for Wearing Mixed Prints
If you're a regular reader of the Citizen, you're probably aware that I am a big fan of wearing mixed prints. Early blog attempts can be seen HERE, HERE and... Read more
Posted on 02 July 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Outfit Post: Summer Sweater
I'm going to come out and say it: this outfit doesn't feel like "me." As I adjust to different summer conditions than I'm used to, (going from sunny California... Read more
Posted on 29 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Blue Skies, White Clouds + Links Ala Mode
I'm going to declare it outright: I am officially in love with Seattle. More specifically Ballard and its near-by districts. As is my way, I'll often explore a... Read more
Posted on 27 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Outfit Post: EspaƱolas De Flores
Don't tell Sacramento, but guess who's the inspiration behind my outfit today? (Hint: the reigna in Spain-a flies mainly on a plane, ah) From London to Berlin t... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Art Glass Necklace + Advanced Style Pow
When I stepped inside a little charity shop in Old Ballard for the first time, I didn't have a lot of time. I was early for a job interview, but couldn't... Read more
Posted on 22 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Guest Post: Style Clarity
Style Clarity is an online resource for women looking for assistance in shaping up their wardrobes. Bianca Chesimard is one of the forces behind this wardrobe... Read more
Posted on 20 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Que Sera, Sara
I've been following Sara's vintage fashion blog for 3 years now! She was a wee Finnish 12 year old girlie when I "found" her. Now she's grown into a lovely youn... Read more
Posted on 19 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Happy As A Clam
Feeling happy as a clam in these new Clam-shell Round Flip-up shades c/o AOSAP(available in red, black and tortoise-shell) Read more
Posted on 18 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Picture Perfect: Concrete + Jungle
Concrete + Jungle: Seattle Paradise (iPhoto Credits: Bella Q)Peony for Your Thoughts? Read more
Posted on 17 June 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Inspiration: Advanced Style
"I was never fearful of being extraordinarily different. I would rather be considered different and somewhat mysterious than ignored. Read more
Posted on 15 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Red Door Blogger Meet-Up
Hello lovelies! Happy Monday to you. I hope your weekend was lovely and you've got a good week ahead of you. Last week, I was delighted to meet Christine Mac,... Read more
Posted on 11 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
5 Quick Questions: Ari Seth Cohen
Advanced Style: Ari Seth Cohen captures the style of the sterling set.Recently, I was fortunate enough to snag an interview with Advanced Style's Ari Seth... Read more
Posted on 08 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Leaving Early
by Sylvia Plath Lady, your room is lousy with flowers.When you kick me out, that's what I'll remember,Me, sitting here bored as a leopardIn your jungle of... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Better Off
"I think if women put some more of the time money they put on their heads, in their heads, they'd be better off." ... Read more
Posted on 04 June 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE