The Citizen Rosebud

The Citizen Rosebud Independent fashion. Sacramento style. The Citizen Rosebud is a personal style blog home-grown in Sacramento California by Bella Q. "Bloom madly" is the motto with an emphasis on personal expression over the latest trends, heavy on the vintage and thrift-store finds. Influenced by streetstyle and d.i.y. ethics, the Citizen is an original voice in online media sharing her love for local designers, creative re-mix and the blogging community.

Web Site: http://www.thecitizenrosebud.com


Outfit Post: True Original

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May 22, 2013
Outfit Post: True Original

She's a true originalnot some store bought rebel.Whatever path she findsits hers to take #SECONDHANDFIRST 100% Thrifted. 100% Original.And anytime she mightget the words wrongyou just turn it upand you sing alongwith her.Make sure you've got Wonderful ...

THIS IS 40: Open Call

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May 21, 2013
THIS IS 40: Open Call

Calling all +40 women! I'm looking for a few brave, non-blogging souls who'd like to share themselves, and their style for the Citizen Rosebud 's series, "This is 40." I'm looking for women who embrace their originality and age and are comfortable in...

Romwe, the people

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May 20, 2013
Romwe, the people

Affordable Fun Leggings. Mass Produced. Sold Online.So I'm now on my third pair of cute leggings by Romwe. Romwe is a fast fashion shop of sorts, so meh, it's an interesting way to try street style trends, but I can't vouch for the ethical/sustainable ...

20 on +40: Cameras + Coffee vs The Beret ROUND ONE

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May 19, 2013
20 on +40: Cameras + Coffee vs The Beret ROUND ONE

20 on + 40
Note:  To showcase the wide appeal of +40 bloggers that goes beyond their own age-group, I'm starting a new blog  feature, the 20 on +40. This feature will showcase 20 other friends in the community who pick their favorite +40 blogger, ...

Eat My Arm Candy

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May 17, 2013
Eat My Arm Candy

No calories. Yet DELICIOUS. So go ahead and binge on some arm candy. Arm Candy: See Through You: clear Lucite and blue polka dot vintage bangle Beaded and Needed: coral red glass beaded braceletMod Mother of Pearl: Black/Pearly Checkered bang...

Outfit Post: Go Ask Alice

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May 15, 2013
Outfit Post: Go Ask Alice

I've received some wonderful gifts recently. One of the girls who run Atlas (the shop where I am selling a rack of my vintage) is a gorgeous, stylish creature named Crystal, and she paid me a high compliment when she described my style as "Sixties Meet...

Street Feet Product Review: Silver Linings

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May 15, 2013
Street Feet Product Review: Silver Linings

Rainbows, Summer Skies, and Kicking Studded Sandals All Call For Silver Linings. Spring and summer season means I go sockless whenever and where ever possible, whether it be pump kicking, sandal wearing or walking across town in my sneaks. I won't...

Guest Post: I Love My Lemonade Life

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May 14, 2013
Guest Post: I Love My Lemonade Life

+40 Fashion Blogger, and #SHOPSECONDHANDFIRST advocate, Debbie is part of the Rosebud CommunityHi!  I'm Debbie and Bella invited me to guest post today about my Lemonade Life.  "What's a Lemonade Life?" you might ask.   In a nutshell, ...

Gingham Khan

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May 12, 2013
Gingham Khan

Gingham Khan: The Plaid That's Gonna Take Over the WorldIf you're afraid - don't do it. If you're doing it - don't be afraid!” ―Genghis KhanJust like Genghis Khan, Gingham Khan is taking over the world. I mean what feels more fresh + wholesom...

Mother, Daughter, Karina Dresses

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May 11, 2013
Mother, Daughter, Karina Dresses

Mother and Daughter. Recently my mom paid a visit to the Pacific Northwest. We've been having a blast together, hanging out, catching up, and me showing her my stomping grounds here in the Emerald City. As a Mother's Day gift, I gave her something she'...