Sassy Curls

“Don’t let the bad guys keep you down.” -Dad

Captain Robert O. Thornton II

Dear Dad,

There are so many things about you I miss already.

Your infectious laugh, jokes, advice, guidance, & loving support just to name a few.

You’re the Dad that stayed up all night to complete our science fair projects and you never complained.

You were delighted for the task, like a mission.

You and Mom put six kids through college. I’m so grateful for the passion you both placed on education.

You expressed your love through your actions.

You were first class Dad. You ARE a First Class Dad.

The best Dad I could ever ask for.

With your passing, I’m forever changed.

I am so grateful for memories. I will cherish them forever.

Thank you for your patience. Teaching me walk with a purpose.

You taught me no matter where I am, I belong to be there.

To never be intimidated by anyone and to never undermine my value.

I will honor your life by doing the very BEST with mine.

Rest easy Padre.

💛Love you always & forever,

Your baby doll

Toys R’ Us & Tropical Snow Cones – Las Cruces, NM

Alamogordo High School Graduation 2005 – Tempest, Mom, Dad, Tiara

New Mexico State University 2009 Graduation – Las Cruces, NM

Pier 54 – Tempe, AZ

My Dad as a little boy.

Casual wear, but make it high fashion.

🍯🐝Hi Honey Bees!

I had the pleasure to style a high fashion photoshoot with The Tie Dye Company. The photography came out amazing and I wanted to share how the vision was brought to life.

I love Barbie, but when the Bratz dolls were sold in stores, I instantly fell in love with Sasha, aka “Bunny Boo.” The original group of “The girls with a passion for fashion,” also include Cloe, Jade, and Yasmin. When I think of high fashion streetwear, I think of the Bratz.

Bratz Jade, Sasha, Cloe, and Yasmin Source: myer.com.au

Since living in Arizona, I have been immersed with the local fashion community here. I saw, The Tie Dye Company showcase his brand at the Phoenix Fashion Week. His collection made me fall in love with the tie dye pattern again. I really love the explosion of color in each of his pieces.

Grateful for the opportunity to work with the designer, Dalton England, and to showcase his work in another light.

Mood Boards

Here is the breakdown of the team and the final looks.

Designer: Dalton England @tie_dye_company
Photographer: Talisa @saintsinthewildphotography
Creative Directors + Stylists: Franchela Franco @styledbymodestu + Tiara D. Thornton @sassy_curls

MODELS
Kerrington Vaughn @demariawithstyle_18
Stephanie Murillo @machechena_
Franchela Franco @franchelafranco
Tiara D. Thornton @sassy_curls

Project: @mujeresofallshades
Videographer: @concretefocuspro
Location: @afternoonsstudio

Model: Franchela Franco | Shoes: Jessica Simpson purchased at Ross for $50 | Designer: Dalton England – The Tie Dye Company | Photographer: Talisa @saintsinthewildphotography

Model: Stephanie Murillo | Designer: Dalton England – The Tie Dye Company | Photographer: Talisa @saintsinthewildphotography

Model: Kerrington Vaughn | Designer: Dalton England – The Tie Dye Company | Photographer: Talisa @saintsinthewildphotography