Sequined Charmer

I must make a confession..... sequence was my first love. That's right! Ever since I was about 5. Of course, over time a person's style changes as they evolve and mature. But, I believe we all have those certain fashion pieces or colors that somehow, (no matter your age or current style preference) makes its way into your closet. It's human nature! We can't help what we love or have always loved. I have tons of sequenced items in my closet that I know I may never get to wear because they're way too fancy for my daily attire. But, with this hand made sequined trench you better believe I made a way to make this work! By pairing it with simple biker shorts, an oversized shirt and black booties, I let my bedazzled piece do the talking without being overkill. I find that when you're wearing something that's loud or has a lot going on, it's best to let that piece shine and have the rest of your outfit muted or under stated. Adding final touches like the John Lennon circle sunglasses, slouchy beanie and my beloved backpack makes my overall look a bit 'grunge' inspired. I didn't plan that to happen, I just went with the flow of things.  You should know that sequence, or fashion for that matter, is the only thing that I'll shift and go with the flow of things. I guess that's what love will do to you.

Until next time,
Xoxo

Sequence trench: Zara

Oversized shirt :F21

Biker shorts: F21

Booties: F21

Sunglasses: Street vendor

Beanie: Urban outfitters

Backpack: Street vendor

Watch: Michael Kors

Off Duty

Aren't off days the best? I make sure that on my days off I take in the morning fresh air and listen to the early birds chirp. For whatever reason, it does something to my mood. Just give me that moment with some coffee, a good fashion magazine and the 'Telepopmusik' station and I'm set!! It's a nice break from the week long hustle and bustle. Sometimes I feel that we spend our days so involved with our daily demands that we forget to stop for a second and take in certain moments. I know I'm definitely guilty of being a slave to the clock and constantly rushing.

I say all of this because I wonder: what if we all took in a moment that made us all center for a second? How much better would your days be?
Just a thought...

Until next time,
Xoxo

Dress: H&M
Sandals: F21
Watch: Michael Kors

Storm Trooper

Happy Monday! I hope everyone is having a great start to the week. Today's outfit post is really a reflection of challenges I've been experiencing. Hence, the title "Storm Trooper". While growing up we all heard the old saying, "When life gives you lemons, just make lemonade". I actually would like to make my own for us fashionistas. How about, "When life gives you drama, make damn sure you look good for your close up". Of course "your close" up in this saying is the final outcome of the stronger you.
While weathering a storm you need a comfortable sweater for those cold nights, rugged/distressed jeans for the rough times, sturdy boots for the long road ahead and finally a functional backpack to carry your beauty products in so you still look good through it all.

This post I would like to dedicate to my Mommy! I hope to be half the woman you are one day.

Until next time,
Xoxo

Boots: Zara
Jeans: Zara
Sweater: Zara
Backpack: Street vendor

Second time around

The holidays are not over yet so I'm not THAT late with posting a somewhat festive outfit. I haven't posted in a while due to me starting my new job at ZARA clothing store and getting adjusted to my new job and all that it entails. But, what kind of blogger would I be if I didn't have a couple of holiday outfit posts?!?!

My flannel of choice for this post is actually a repeat from my "Totally 90's" post. Me and this flannel go way back, LoL! It's the most comfortable thing I own in my closet so it's definitely something you'll catch me in a lot. The leather high waisted pencil skirt is another repeat from my "Risky Business" post. This skirt is what I like to call my, "up grader". You could be wearing something that is  completely basic with little to no flare, but throw this skirt in the mix and you've got the look of "winner "written all over you. My suede open toe heels are another repeat from my "Risky Business" post as well. They're unbelievably comfortable and add a touch of sex appeal to this outfit. And finally, I added the gold chain leaf design necklace to the outfit to add that extra touch of POW! Accessories have so much power to complete any outfit and make a statement. This necklace is another repeat from one of my previous posts, "Not that innocent".

Today's post is about repeating previously worn pieces from your closet and mixing and matching them to appear new and fresh again. You don't have to feel compelled to wear or buy new clothes all of the time. You just have to get creative and mix pieces in your wardrobe around.

Until next time,
Xoxo

Flannel: American Eagle
Leather pencil skirt: F21
Necklace: F21
Suede heels: Aldo
Purse: Louis Vuitton speedy 35

Morning Break

For some reason on Fridays I find myself being more fun and carefree . I'm not as stressed about deadlines for updates or any other work woes. I tend to take more coffee breaks on Fridays too... Shhh... don't tell my boss! I guess it's because I'm already in my weekend mindset. That relaxed/carefree state of mind that you will forever remember from your childhood. When you'd get out from school on Fridays knowing you wouldn't have to see that place for two whole days, stay up late to watch TGIF programs (I'm a late 80's child, so only my generation could relate to this particular example), eat as much junk food as possible and then pass out! Then on Saturdays you'd watch your Saturday morning cartoons (again, only my late 80's generation could relate) and then go out and play all day. And then on Sundays you would try to get in as many naps as possible to prep for the week approaching.
You should know I still pretty much live my Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays the exact same way as I did when I was a kid. Only now, my Saturday morning cartoons are more in the practice of teaching my daughter her ABC's, shapes and colors.

I hope that everyone enjoys their weekend!

Until next time,
Xoxo

Top: Street vendor
Bellbottom jeans: F21
Black boots: F21

All Dressed Up

If you're like me and own fabulous fancy pieces in your closet but have never worn them because you have no place to wear them, here's what you do:
Throw on a DVD of "Sex and the City"series, pop some popcorn, grab that fabulous dress you've been dying to wear, a pair of sexy heels and that fabulous cocktail necklace that never gets any play in your daily wardrobe, and POW!! You're ready for a night in with YOU! How wonderful to have some alone  time and get dressed up for yourself. Even though you have no place to go besides your couch, you essentially get the chance to play dress up again like the 5 year old you used to enjoy doing. And who wouldn't enjoy revisiting a happy moment from their childhood?
So go on with your bad self and be fabulous for YOU and enjoy prancing around the house as if you were your 5 year old self enjoying the amazing grown up you've become!!

Dress: Boutique shop
Necklace: F21
Purse: Thrifted
Heels: Aldo

Old Hollywood Glamour

Nothing like a leopard print fur coat and a couple of fabulous accessories to make you look and feel like "Old Hollywood Glamour". Anyone who knows me knows that my leopard print fur coat is my absolute favorite piece in my closet. Like I said in my last post "A touch of gold", I must have been from New Jersey in my former life. There have been days where I'm not feeling too good about myself, so I throw this little number on and like magic I feel like new money! I added the turban along with my gold dangled earrings because you know you have those days where you think," Well, if I'm going to be fabulous, I might as well go ALL THE WAY". Or is that just me?
I hope you guys enjoy the rest of your Tuesday. I'll see you again tomorrow when I talk about it being perfectly fine to get completely glammed up without having to go anywhere.

See you soon,
Xoxo

Leopard Fur: F21
Earrings: H and M
Turban: Thrifted