August Valentine Spring Opener Photoshoot

August Valentine Spring Opener Photoshoot

After a long wet winter watching the storms roll by one after another,  Spring was a welcome and joyous situation this season. 

 We decided to shoot a pre season opener shoot to showcase some of the designs Id been waiting to show for spring. Featuring Teak Freer and Laurie Starr we just took a walk outside the shop and shot as we went. 
Queen Bee Velveteen Motorcycle Jacket

Lace Cut out stretch Bell Bottom Jeans

Queen Bee Velveteen Motorcycle Jacket Back with patch








Golden Crane Birkin Flares with Custom August Valentine Graphic T and crochet Shawl


Dusty Rose Aqua Crop Sleeve Blouse

Silk Greens Reclaimation Bodice

Fringe Channeled Red Carpet Jacket 



Back Plunge Antique Linen Cut Out Dress 


Reclaimed Crystal Fringe Neck Cuff



Pheonix Rising Bomber & Momento Mori Bomber 



Black Hills Asymetric Bodice with Ruffle Skirt








Orange Blossom Zero waste Gown 


Red Burn Out Velvet Gown & Dark Garden Golden Fringed Corset 




Location: Mendocino, CA, USA

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