Sunday, July 10, 2011
Walmart Wonderful
Never Fear The Cheap Alternative:
Walmart Wonderful!!!
Let's be honest, who doesn't love to go grocery shopping and stumble upon remarkably cheap tanks/tees? Well I sure do!!! Whilst headed to the check out line with my weekly Walmart purchases, I found my attention being drawn to the motley group of tees & tanks under a sign that said "$3.88". I immediately scoped out the material to feel if the fabric was scratchy or uncomfortable but I was wrong on both accounts.
The bold, beautiful, solid colors being perfect for adding more choices to your closet, I continued to purchase 5 tops for a total of $21! As you can see only 4 out of the 5 are in this photo due to the fact that I wore my favorite tank tonight to an Improv show with my girlfriends!!!
I never dreamed that I would find the perfect floral tank while picking up my frozen fruit at Walmart. Regardless, I was SO pumped to purchase this fabulous tank! Paired with my black layered mini (as seen in Saucy Lacey), black wedges, black studs & black anchor necklace and topped off with my faux Gucci clutch( I mean it WAS girl's night!). This creation was an unexpected beauty!
*Walmart Shopping Lesson of the Day: When in need of a last minute fix, a little inspiration, or some guilt free retail therapy, never fear your neighborhood Walmart for fantastic solids, prints & just plain ol choices!
Monday, June 27, 2011
Saucy vs. Stately
Two-Faced Fabulous Lace:
Saucy vs. Stately!
*Saucy Lacey*
Shown here with the glorious Alexandra (and fellow sister in lace!) before a night out on the town, I chose an edgier creation to be paired with the pink lace top! By wearing just a black (push-up!) bra, a black layered mini, black velvet flirty pumps, a black sequined bow in my hair and simple diamond chandeliers, this creation summoned MANY compliments!
*When going out dancing or out with your man, try just wearing a bra under your all lace top (or any see-through top) for an extra saucy look! You will undoubtedly draw attention from your guy & jealous/envious onlookers! Bask in your glory!
*Stately Lacey*
Obviously worn to work (do note files in background that make me look really important! Ha!), I tamed the saucy side of the lace simply by adding a black tank underneath. This creation becomes ultra stately by adding a black high-waist skirt and, naturally, I threw my black wedges into the mix for a little taste of edginess! This was taken in Summer hence why my toes are exposed! My clover-esqe silver hoops & low side ponytail tie the creation together with grace!
*That top that you love but is COMPLETELY see-through? Wear it! A contrasting tank can fix any transparency issue! And remember that you can always add a little edgy accessory and keep your creation stately. Just choose wisely!
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Fun Fashion Friend of the Month!
Introducing Ms. June:
*Brittany*
A fabulously dramatical best friend of mine for going on 6 years now is super sexy Brittany! Soon to be the world's hottest teacher, Brittany has a killer bod & fashion sense to match! Here are a few of my favorite creations of hers!
*Event Appropriate*
Who hasn't dreamed about a hot teacher? Well for her students, she is the object of those day dreams! This short but sweet floral dress not only says "I'm stylish" but it also screams "I'm know what I want". The cut of this dress is conservative on top but nice and short to show off those long, toned legs! With simple black strappy heels to boot, Brittany makes graduating look damn good.
*I love her choice of dress for this occasion. Considering the event is amongst family, friends, peers & professors, her elegant but edgy dress is the perfect choice.
*Lean, Mean, Dancin' Machine*
Brittany is the hot teacher not only in grade school but also in dance school! Though this creation was for a night out dancing with the girls, her not-super-flashy but rather undercover sexy is evident in this look. Pairing skinny jeans with a skin-tight white & black print top (though you can't tell the back of this top is complete black see through lace!), and killer black stilettos, Brittany's lean figure is most smashing in this outfit!
*I love her seemingly conservative/truly sexy style. She gives sass to simple! And who wouldn't die for a body like hers?!
*New Year's Eve Babe*
Getting the perfect dress for NYE is a daunting task. Brittany makes this look easy by pairing style & grace in this simply sexy skin-tight purple mini. Rockin' her absolute favorite color, Brittany's shape is showcased in this curve grabbing, traffic-stopping mini! By adding a fun gold headband and gold peep-toe stilettos, she lets her purple mini have all the attention!
*I love that she pairs purple with gold. I highlighted Alexandra (Ms. March) for the very same thing!
*Clever Casual Cutie*
Majestic beauties that we both are, Brittany looks positively fabulous in her casual cute look worn to my house-warming party! With a long gray tunic, black leggings (a staple!), black strappy sandals and a (seemingly) black under top, Brittany is a portrait of casual chic. What makes this creation "clever" is the fact that her black under top is really a strapless bra! Giving Brittany a fantastic sweetheart neckline, the bra really is the pivotal piece in taking a somewhat drab creation into a glorious one!
*I love Brittany's bravery in wearing her strapless as a top. She's a ballsy gal and I absolutely applaud & admire her for this!
*Lookin' for Some HOT Stuff*
I chose this creation precisely because it is a Summer-Ssential/Trans-Seasonal creation! It's a double doosy! Sporting a simple black tank (another staple for every woman's closet) and a skin-tight black & white striped mini, the mini is an absolute summer-ssential but the fact that she chooses the black tank makes this trans-seasonal! Just imagine this same creation with tights, a cardi & high-top black boots!
*I love this creation for how it highlights her glorious legs ( I'm jealous...can you tell?) and her perfectly proportionate hoots & booty. Not heavy-topped, just like me, this tank gives her just the right amount of emphasis without having to stuff a bra!!!
**As always, a big thank you to Brittany and a massive "hoorah" for being such a strong woman and never letting anyone miss a laugh. Love you Little Sala!!!**
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Trans-Seasonal
For the Love of Versatility:
Trans-Seasonal Pieces!
Have you ever felt yourself wishing you could wear that fabulous statement dress in summer & winter? Ever feel like your wardrobe is strictly seasonal? Only being able to wear certain pieces select months?
Your worries can be over with the help of ACCESSORIES!
*Being a "Babydoll" in Summer & Winter!*
This gem of a white & silver babydoll dress (purchased by my mom and THANK GOD she didn't really love it after all!!!) is unique, sexy and sweet all-in-one!
Summer- My sunny summer version of this piece included my adored brown woven center belt (empire waistline) with my most comfortable brown jeweled wedges and simple brown & white bangles.
*Seeing how brown is a warmer tone, pulling these hues on top of the stark white babydoll Summerfied the creation!
Winter- My snow-bunny (theoretical seeing how I live in Florida!) version of this piece truly lets the babydoll have all the attention! By adding solid black tights, low-top black ankle boots, black & silver jewelry and a silver headband, this creation becomes a completely different look!
*In contrast with the warmth of brown, the cool, crisp and timeless black accents make this babydoll winter appropriate!
*"Mod-dress" in Summer v. Winter!*
This glorious silk multi-colored ModCloth dress (a fabulous gift from my fabulous Lindsay!) is a primo rarity amongst dresses. With its perfect just-above-the-knee length and complimentary colors, this Mod-dress became an insta-fav for me!
Summer- Loving the heat of summer, even in NYC, I wore the Mod-dress in its traditional form baring all my shoulders and back! The creation was topped off my black & bronze center belt (high waistline), bronze multi-hooped earrings (compliments of the thrift store) and black platform wedges!
Winter- Shielding my shoulders & back from the cool weather, I chose to add a black with bronze buttons half jacket. Wearing the same black & bronze belt as in the Summerfied version, this creation differs with my simple bronze single hooped earrings & flirty black velvet pumps!
*Do note that these Trans-seasonal looks have the same differing piece: shoes! As a rule of thumb always remember: Summer=Toes Out & Winter=Toes In!
Monday, June 20, 2011
Up & Down x 2
The Glory of Double Trouble:
Two Up & Downs!
These Up & Down duos showcase two fabulous tye-dye style pieces in their workplace form & their home time form!
*Green Goddess*
The first photo depicts the workplace/"Up" creation using my Green Goddess dress (which was purchased on-sale at Saks!). To formalize this look I chose to sweep my hair back in a low side bun (a regular choice for work for this girl), big gold "ball" earrings, a stunning Cameo RJ Graziano necklace, a skinny brown weaved belt and a pair of brown jeweled wedges (the MOST comfortable ones I own... purchased at HSN).
In contrast, the second photo depicts the home time/"Down" creation shown here with my arm candy;)! To casualize this look I chose to wear my hair down, a thick brown belt, simple bronze drop earrings (hard to see here) and flat camel boots.
*Change the look of your dress by wearing your center belt at different levels. In example, my "Up" waistline would be an empire, Jackie Kennedy-esqe, by wearing the belt just above your hips accentuating a slim waist! My "Down" waistline would be a center torso, directly under the boobs, which accentuates your hoots!
*70s Chic*
This "Up" creation utilizes the 70s chic piece as a tunic top. Paired with dark skinny jeans, a navy blue Ahh-Bra by Rhonda Shear (to cover that pesky bra strap in a very fun way), my beloved skinny brown weaved belt, my peace sign earrings and another fabulous pair of brown wedges with silver studs (compliments of HSN!) this creation was a hit on Casual Friday!
With many similarities to the "Up" version of this creation, the "Down" form lacks one big thing.... Pants! Certifiably a mini dress, I casualized this look with my 6-year old brown flip flops (I refuse to get rid of them!), still wet hair and no make-up. Never fear no-makeup! "Make-up" by being a little daring with your outfit choice so the focus is on your creation instead of your lack of face paint!
*Explore some of your tunics for their actual length. It is easy to buy a tunic/dress and immediately categorize it as only one or the other when you really have two options in one piece!
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Summer-Ssentials!
Staples for Summer:
Minis & Wedges!
Here in Florida the weather is HOT just like my favorite Summer-ssentials! As I was browsing my closet and purchasing staples for my upcoming vaca (eep!!!), I realized that there was a reoccuring trend amongst my must-haves... Mini skirts & wedges. Here are just a few ways these summer-ssentials prove to be creation-makers!
Three Fun Finds!
Each of these looks showcase my love affair with minis & wedges! These three creations have more than just minis & wedges in common... Solids & statement necklaces.
#1: A jean mini (talk about versatile!) paired with a white top with lace sleeves hold the base of this creation. By adding my white Jessica Simpson wedges and a fabulous RJ Graziano necklace this creation went from simple to sassy & summery!
#2: For a night of summer dancing with my sweetie, I chose this creation of a khaki fitted mini, a voluminous gray top, and some funky gunmetal accents. I topped off the look with my nude Steve Madden wedges!
#3: A flirty purple lace mini plus my pearl v-neck top with a jeweled purple choker and my white JS wedges to boot gave me a fun little dinner outfit with the family!
*All of these minis can be interchanged with different tops to create all new looks! Remember the importance of solid T's & tanks this season!
Mini x 2 (Part 1!)
As I have expressed in past blogs, olive is an incredibly versatile color and I was detemined to find an olive piece perfect for summer... and I did! After endless searching, I finally found this one-of-a-kind ruffled olive mini on a super cool website called ModCloth.com (thank you Linds!).
These two creations exhibit a bold creation versus a subtler creation, both equally as fantastic!
*Experiment with accent jewelry. Like I did here, try one look with big earrings and a statement bracelet or with a chunky necklace, simple studs, and a fabulous ring! Your creations become infinite with simply changing up your accessories!
Mini x 2 (Part 2!)
This mini is my personal favorite. Inspired by Haley (from this season's American Idol), I was drawn to the mini for its color (totally neutral and endlessly useful) and its cut (short, sweet and sexy). Just as I have expressed in the two sections preceeding this one, these creations include all the summer-ssentials and key points!
#1: A plain black tank, THE mini, nude SM wedges, and a seriously loud flower necklace!
*Night Life Love*
#2: A plain white T, THE mini, white JS wedges, and fun drop earrings!
*Day into Night Fabulous*
*Invest in wedges & minis to amp up your summer wardrobe!*
Saturday, May 7, 2011
My Fashion Icon
My Hero, My Idol, & My Fashion Icon:
My Mama!!!
In light of Mother's Day, I felt that this is the perfect time for me to finally put the spotlight on the woman who is responsible for my passion for fashion (and everything else in life)! My Mama (formally known as Bobbi Ray Carter from HSN) is not only a fashion icon to me but also to the rest of the nation! With that being said, I will do my very best to give justice to her amazing, evolving, and glorious sense of fashion. Here's to the most beautiful, gorgeous and foxy 5* year old out there!!!
*Formal Attire!*
#3
I wanted to begin with my Ma's totally fabulous formal attire because she rocks some seriously fashion-forward choices all with thanks to her perfect petite stature!
#1: Aside from my Ma's silly (and appropriate) expression, I adore this incredibly detailed Metallic woven mini. The mini, itself, being crafted simply for someone her size not only compliments her body but is very sexy for being so "covering" (I'm using the term loosely). Pairing this creation with some strappy silver heels and gold accented jewelry, this one-of-a-kind mini proves that my Mama is a knockout!
#2: I, personally, find it difficult to pull off a cream piece. My Ma, on the other hand, rocks cream on a regular basis.... she's inspiring me to think twice about cream! She certainly makes the right choice with this cream Chanel mini with simple nude heels (as to not distract from the mini). This piece is one of my mom's favorites and it's clear why: IT'S JUST PLAIN GLORIOUS.
#3: I've saved the best creation for last. This leopard ruched dress is a perfect form fitting piece for her stature and her choice of black patent Mary Jane's adds a little extra classic spice. The best part about this? The dress is on backwards!!! As she was evaluating the dress she asks me if I think she could pull off wearing it backwards (seeing how zippers are so very fashionable right now), and you can see how I replied!
*Try a bold move like Ma did with putting a fab dress on backwards! You'll never know if you don't try!
*Dressy Causal Garb!*
I chose to highlight these two creations for the fact that I wanted to showcase her choices for day versus night dressy causal occasions! And it's clear that I like to mirror what my Ma wears... just in my own way!
#1: For a luncheon in LA, my fabulous Mama chose an edgy L.A.M.B. L.B.D. accented with black leather with white stitching pumps and simple silver jewelry. I also love how she flipped her hair out in a Farrah Fawcett-esque way.
#2: For my birthday dinner in NYC, Mama created a (literally) traffic stopping look. Wearing a funky knit patterned top with a tight black skirt, she puts the icing on the cake with bold patterned tights and knee high black boots. She wore her hair somewhat curled inwards to "formalize" her creation! Needless to say she is, was, and always will be beautiful.
*Simple changes to your hair, just like Ma flipped her's outwards then curled her's inwards, can give your creation a flirtier feel or a more formal feel!
*Casual Creations!*
Now I truly wish that I could post ALL the photos of my Ma's fantastic daily causal creations because they are ALWAYS glorious, and I have chosen these two to show a Fall creation versus a Winter creation!
#1: This creation is one that I very regularly copy. It's simply. It's sexy. And best of all, it's comfortable. Ma rocks a plain white T, fabulous jeans with white stitching, tan flat boots, and one perfect statement necklace. My Ma showed me how to "fashionize" any hum-drum outfit with the simple use of a long necklace... for this I share it with you!
#2: For her birthday, Ma decided to rock some black leggings (a staple for us both), black flat knee-high boots, a CREAM (I said she likes cream!) tunic, and a black beaded vest. I had been protesting vests until I saw my Ma in this creation! This vest had been living in Ma's closet for quite literally decades when it finally made it's reappearance, it revived the trend of the vest!
*Spice up your simple creations with statement jewelry! Revisit past trends and incorporate them into your fashion forward creations! Become a trend setter just like my Mama!
For my stunning Mama.....
Mama,
Everyone is told that "Mother Knows Best" but many people do not have the luxury of having that quote apply to fashion sense and I am the luckiest girl in the world to have you as my Ma! You're the reason I reach for the stars, the reason I strive to be the best and the reason I never give up.
Thank you for "creating" me!!!
I LOVE YOU!
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