And Don't Call Me Shirley.

From time to time I'm compelled to wear a bow. This was one of those days.

The extreme Shirley Temple saccharine-ness of this outfit (i.e. bow, barrel curls, and flounce skirt) is held in check by keeping the color palette steely and the accessories hard.

Lion-Print Scarf, thrifted at OMG in Nashville, TN. Shirt, Thara. Skirt, MM Couture. Watch, Michael Kors. Bracelet, Side Lines in Florence, AL. Flats, Michael Kors.

"She (Shirley Temple) was like apple pie and just a normal girl."

-Alice Faye, actress

Also-

If you find yourself confused about the title of today's post, give this vid a watch. 

If you find yourself in awe of the craftsmanship behind today's photos, give Mantlow Photography a look-see.

L8r.