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Monique Martinez @ Friend in FashionMonique Martinez @ Friend in FashionMonique Martinez @ Friend in FashionMonique Martinez @ Friend in FashionMonique Martinez @ Friend in FashionRarely do I spot a designer who truly takes my breath away, but that is exactly what happened when I first came across the incredibly beautiful designs of Arizona based, Monique Martinez.

Monique’s label, Ouma by Monique Martinez, is characterised by the unique blend of tulle and cotton, which create the perfect balance of fun, comfort and glamour. Monique’s love of ballet, graffiti and comic book art are all reflected in her stunning designs.

In addition to her collection of ready to wear pieces, Monique also creates custom orders, including wedding designs.

If you are a lover of beautiful design and photography (these images are thanks to the amazing Galaxie Andrews), I would encourage you to visit Monique's Etsy store.

You can also find Monique on facebook and twitter.

I am a huge fan of Monique's designs. They are playful, pretty and feminine and for me, are a modern take on all of the best parts of childhood dress-ups and ballet classes - what do you think?

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Posted by Friend in Fashion

62 comments:

  1. first two photos are so gorgeous. my favs

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  2. Love these! The tu-tus are adorable and seem totally wearable.

    -Jessica
    www.modernspectacle.com

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  3. how lovely!!! i wanna snatch that skirt. so pretty!

    http://herarmoire.blogspot.com

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  4. these are some truly stunning pictures...i love them all, especially the girl in the stripes with the tulle on the clothes line...that one is to die for.

    I love you're write up of the designer too...you're a great writer!

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  5. wow these are stunning! loving all the tulle:D i'll definitely check out her etsy store. i'm going through a ballerina phase lol:D thanks for sharing!

    TheOwlsCloset.blogspot.com

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  6. Of course I love them! Oh the full skirts and the dresses!! I completely adore the last dress, it would make a beautiful wedding dress:)

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  7. OMG!!! i love both the fashion and the photography!!!

    i've been searching for a designer like that in Adelaide for clothing loan, but i can't find any :(

    thanks for sharing it hun. xx

    http://nicholandbrooklyn.blogspot.com

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  8. Oh wow, I love these...so light and pretty.

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  9. Wonderful photos, I love the tutus and the dress in the last photo is amazing!

    x

    http://sparklesmiledance.blogspot.com

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  10. This collection is stunnig, i love the idea of little girls outfits and making girls feel like princess' :) great post as usual!!
    www.clashingtime.blogspot.com <3

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  11. love the skirt soo cute. nice pictures

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  12. I totally agree, AMAAAZING!
    xxx

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  13. I like your photographies, yours colors are faboulous :)

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  14. they are beautiful! love them

    www.thesocietyofstyle.com

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  15. Wow!!! This are really great pictures! We loooove them, fantastic selection! Thanks for your lovely comments, it's great having u around Peeptoes ;)

    xx!

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  16. love the first and last shots! x x

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  18. her desgins are defnitely som ething i find alluring ... im going to join her FB group

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  19. They are lovely, totally something I would wear. Very Marilyn Monroe. http://fashion1psychology.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/marilyn-monroe.jpg

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  20. Stunning stuff - I see why you are so enamoured!

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  21. Love the pictures! So beautiful.

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  22. Count me in on anything tutu. Love it.

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  23. gosh suddenly i want to wear a tutu!

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  26. that tutu skirt in las photo is so adorable i want one now hahh

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  27. These are gorgeous and the photography displays them beautifully. Ive already gone to prom and am nowhere close to getting married.. darn!

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  28. I love all the tulle!

    -theurbanfashiongal.com

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  29. I have a new infatuation with all things tulle! I love these photos; they are so stunning and those skirts look absolutely amazing.

    Thanks so much for stopping by!
    quirkyexplosion.blogspot.com

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  30. great clothes but even pictures... i mean look at them they are so awesome i just want to put them on my wall!
    i especially like the first 2 ++

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  32. these photos and designes are like a dream... or bubbles! im obsessed! thanks for sharing.

    just discovered your blog & i adore it. great work!

    http://stylesubstanceandsutton.blogspot.com

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  33. the last three photos are my favourite! so beautiful!

    helen x

    btw i have a giveaway on my blog! check it out!

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  34. I die for those tutu skirts!

    Nina

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  35. I want one of those skirt!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  36. I'm actually in love with the striped body suit! It's so cute.

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  37. definition of chic. Love these skirts. Going to her etsy immediately. thanks for this post :)

    xx refusestolabel.blogspot.com

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  38. I want one of those skirts. Adorable! Wonderful post, sweety!

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  39. Wow, she's amazing! And the photography feels like a dream :) I'd love to own some of these pieces, that's for sure!

    Hope you've been good, I've been missing stalking blogs for a while cos I've been so swamped at work! Happy holidays!

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  40. Aww so beautiful pictures!!! love it :)

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  41. I'm a lover of beautiful photography and those images took my breath away.

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  42. ood work i follow u.
    vist&folloe me 2
    and please read my post abot the careras gala.
    this people need our help!


    have a nice weekend & a good christmas time.
    tzoules k.

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  43. Beautiful pictures and beautiful tutu skirts!

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  44. these pictures are truly breathtaking.

    Thanks for introducing me to this designer

    thanks so much for the lovely comment as well - would you like to exchange links?

    Have an immense weekend

    Stay safe and chic darling
    English Rose x
    http://iamanenglishrose.blogspot.com

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  45. love the photos, total dictionary definition of girlie!

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  46. gorgeous!
    The dresses and the pictures.
    çThanks for your comment!

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  47. so in love w this post! id wear a tutu every day if it was socially acceptable! :)

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  48. I love tutu skirts!
    I wanna for my ballet classes ;)

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  49. I love the tutus, and those photographs are just stunning! the colours are so dreamy.

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  50. Oh wow, incredible. I love those first 3 pics!
    And thank you it IS very exciting, and he is a cutie!

    nicola xx

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  52. aw btw,thank you to give me comment on my blog http://shallomanita.blogspot.com/
    and cute photos

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  53. Absolutely gorgeous. Is there anything better than tulle?

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  54. i love your blog- such pretty pictures!
    If you have time would you look at mine? i am just starting out and would also love some tips if you have the time!
    Thanks and keep up the great work!

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  55. yes lovely big ballerina skirts in pretty colors, and the pictures are also amazing, but the design isn't really original to be honest

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  57. Her photos are amazing and the designs are so beautiful! I love that it's so feminine and romantic! xoxoxoxo

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  58. I love that tulle dress and the pictures are beautiful!

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  60. I love love love these photos!
    So romantic :)
    Great blog! I'm now following you so please check out my blog and I hope you can follow me back!
    Emma x

    http://fashionwonderlandx.blogspot.com/

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