Fashion Inspiration for Spring Break

 

          Are you packed for spring break yet? If you are looking to get away for spring break and need some inspiration on what fashion pieces to take with you, this post is for you. If I were to pack for a getaway to a sunny destination where there is water (Beach or Pool) and I want to make my entire wardrobe interesting, the first thing I would do is to pick a theme or color for my style. Do I want to pack classic pieces or do I want to go bohemian? Also, It might be a great idea to let your destination dictate your style.

Three ways to style a wide legged Pant

 

       Wide legged pants or wide legged trousers has been around as a fashion staple for years but it is a big trend this summer and this post is style inspiration on styling your wide legged pants three ways. In the first look, the pant is paired with a cropped tweed blazer for a dressy look. The green sandals and earrings add more color and interest the look and makes it more elevated and chic.

Fall Fashion Inspiration: Bold color Hues

        Fall is finally here, and I am so excited to get a break from the summer heat and get into fall fashion. This post is a "pre-fall" or transitional outfit inspiration. It is not cold enough to put on boots so this is an outfit that can be styled with sandals or mules.

One of the trend this fall is "deep saturated colors" and "color blocking." This multi color sweater paired with blue cobalt blue skirt can be worn to any event with a switch up of the accessories. For work, you can switch up the open sandals for a pair of pumps or even a pair of boots if you so choose. Happy viewing, happy styling 😀 

Green Color Outfit Inspiration: ONE

        Green has always been one of my favorite colors though I do not wear or style it that much as a whole outfit. I have been drawn more to accessories but now I want to start styling whole green color outfits and this styleboard series is to help anyone with styling inspiration. Happy viewing, happy styling.

Spring Wish List

 

        My spring wish list has a somewhat green color scheme this season and that is because I have been drawn to the color green lately and also puffy sleeves which is a big trend this year by the way. The most expensive item on my list is this beautiful Bottega Veneta lido sandals but I'm not going to drop $1,500 on a trendy sandal. Thankfully, brands like Vince Camuto have the faux leather options at very affordable price points.

4th of July Style: Outfit Inspo

     July 4th celebration involves a lot of time outdoors and hanging out with friends and family having picnics, barbecues and cookouts and it's a time to dress up in comfortable casual style. The styling boards in this post features dresses and accessories that you can wear to stand out at an event without looking like you tried too hard but still looking cute and chic at the same time. You will be the stylish fashionista that everyone remembers. Celebrate in style and stay safe and healthy.

Pantsuit Style

 

      I love me a good pantsuit! A pantsuit is an essential in every fashionable lady's closet. If you do not like the pants with the blazer, try it with a skirt or even with a pair of shorts. A two-piece outfit is a quick way to dress up without looking over dressed or under dressed if that makes sense 😊 A pastel or colorful pantsuit is great for spring and summer. If you need help styling your pantsuits, this post is an inspiration. Also check out @Styleboardcreator for more color and styling inspiration. Thanks so much for stopping by.

All black Outfit + Combat boots and reminding us of God's special Love

              ᗋn all black outfit is the easiest to put together; just pull textures in different fabrics like leather, lace or knits like I did here in a previous post or put on an all black outfit and accessorize with fun accessories like I did here in this post. You won't believe it guys, I wore this outfit to Church on a Sunday! 😀 I was surprised myself too!! If you know me, I like to dress up real girlie for Church with stiletto pumps and all that on Sundays but I don't mind a casual look for the Wednesday, mid-week services. So, on this particular Sunday, I wanted to wear a different look; the snow was starting to melt and everywhere outdoors was all wet and slushy so I decided to wear my new pair of combat boots blogged about here.

                                                           Blazer           Bag        Belt

Winter Shopping List

               ᒎ know winter is almost over and spring is around the corner but for me, the two seasons kind of merge as one because we do get snow in my state till April. So, it's not too late to do a winter wish list. I love to plan and list my needed items some place where I can see them and I love making the list as colorful and fun as I can. For this season, I need a colorful puffy coat preferably a red color one because the color is so fun and bold. Puffy coats are also a big trend this season and we would see the trend even into the spring season.  Combat boots is another huge trend this season and a very functional one at that. If you are in need of a cute affordable pair, check out this stylish pair at DSW. 

                                 One // Two // Three // Four // Five

Thrifty Christmas: Sequin Pouch Clutch

           ᙜy Christmas tradition the past few years is to go to the thrift or vintage store during the holiday season to pick one or two items to style for the holiday. Before I go thrifting, I make a list of the items that I need for the season and it's usually holiday accessories; beaded or sequin blazers or clutches. This saves me some money, I'm able to update my wardrobe with unique pieces and also contribute to good causes because some thrift stores are owned by non-profit organizations that give back to the community. Check out the previous blog posts here and here. A few weeks ago, I went to my local Goodwill Store to do my annual shopping and picked this greyish silver beaded sequin clutch which is very pretty and unique at the same time. I only paid $6.99 for the clutch! A similar clutch in the retail stores would cost $50 and higher

Woven Bucket Bags

The "Bucket Bag" is still such a huge trend and this unique bag is more trendy now because of another trend; woven, wooden or straw bags. These trendy, organic and natural material (straw, wicker, bamboo, wood) bags are great for the environment and they come in different styles that can go with almost any outfit; gone are the days when straw bags were reserved for only the beach and picnics. If you love this unique shape of bag, check out the selections below.

A flashback look to a Spring Date Night Outfit

Happy Friday everyone 😁 and welcome back to my blog. Like I said in one of my recent posts, I was gone on blog vacation for exactly two months. The last time I was fully active on the blog via published post was here. And my first post back was this one right here. If you are wondering why there are so many posts between, it's because I published them when I got back on active blogging. So, it is safe to say it was not a full blog vacation, it was somewhat a partial one because I was taking pictures and writing blog posts every day while I was away. My blog has become my personal diary and I feel like I have to write something in it everyday. I must say I am addicted to Blogging at this time 😎 The only difference was that I archived my posts in the draft folders while I was away and published them when I got back. So, there is so much to read and catch up on. Just get a snack and a drink and read and browse away. 

How to style the color Purple and POLYVORE years later...

The color purple is still as trendy as ever in this space along with other shades of the color; lavender, lilac...so you are going to be seeing a lot of outfit inspiration on here. The above set was created by me on Shoplook.io Website and I love the color combination and accessories I paired together for the look. However, the pieces that make up the look are quite expensive and I decided to link up less expensive items below just in case we need some inspiration in recreating this look. Talking about this look, the skirt is a statement piece mostly for the beautiful color and the asymmetrical design. When I first  saw it, I knew right away that I wanted to style it as a summer piece so I paired a pair of sunglasses with it and mint color accessories in the bag and pointed toe mules. The multi color earrings tied the whole look together. This look can be worn to a graduation party or to a wedding.  Click on the links below to check out budget friendly pieces.

The number one bag for the Summer

Summer might seem so far away because spring just started not too long ago but when you look in the stores, you can tell that it is closer than you think. A lot of retail stores have already stocked up for the summer and from what I see, the straw bag or woven bag is still the official bag of the season. The only difference in the trend this year is that we are going to start seeing more of  colorful straw/woven bags and also rope straw bags. This red woven rope bag from Topshop is a show stopper. It's color, size and material from which it was made, makes it a statement bag. The styling options for this piece are just endless. Pair it with denims for that cool and edgy casual vibes or pair it with whites for a great pop of color.

How to Style: Camel Coat and Leopard print Slingbacks

Now that Spring is here, it is time to ditch the boots for sandals, open toed shoes and slingbacks. If you need inspiration on how to slowly incorporate these style of shoes into your wardrobe, this outfit inspiration is for you. In the look above, the leopard print slingbacks is the statement piece in the set because it complements the camel coat nicely and still stands on its own. Now if you do not know exactly what slingbacks are, this is a lesson for you. "A slingback is a style of shoes that is closed in front and open at the back and usually with a strap at the back of the shoes. When the back strap is missing, the shoe is referred to as a mule and in some instances as a slide.To make this look wearable for spring, make sure the coat is long but not too long to cover your shoes and you can wear stockings too if you choose but ensure that you wear a pair that is close to your skin tone. Happy styling.

DIY Belt Bag

Belt bags are here to stay it seems. This trend burst into the scene in the spring of 2017 and I never thought it was going to be around this long judging from the love-hate relationship I had with it at the beginning; check out the blog post I did here. This spring, the belt bag trend is still very strong and if you like the trend; now, is the time to invest in a good piece. You know, my tip for indulging in any trend is to tread lightly; never adopt or splurge on a trend if you are not sure how long it will be around for. This is the reason, I decided to DIY my belt bag in this post here. And this post is just a summary of how I turned my mini quilt bag into a belt bag or waist bag. I hope you enjoy the simple instructions below.

Closet Chronicles: Lilac/Lavender color

Closet Chronicles is a new feature on the blog that is all about adding colors to a plain closet and the color I'm starting off with in this series is (pastel) lavender or lilac. This is a lighter shade of purple and if you have been reading this blog for a while you will know that purple, lilac and lavender are some of my favorite colors. Unlike nudes and neutrals, this is not the color you wear on a daily or regular basics. Lilac is a color you add to the closet to style on an unexpected spring day or event; depending on the occasion. It can also be worn in the summer and all the way to Fall.

This post is about ways to add color (lilac/lavender to your closet and we'll start out by looking at a plain closet and when I say plain, I mean closets without colors; just nude and neutrals. Some people think this is boring but others just like their wardrobe or closet this way and that is okay. I f you do not like color, then you do not like color. However, spring is around the corner and this is a perfect time to access your closet  and determine what you need to refresh it. I know the trending color of the season is neon but we will address that color in a different post. So, like I was saying, we start out by just staring at this plain closet and we can make a list of that is needed in a closet; pants, tops, skirts, blazers, coats and accessories like shoes, bags, scarfs and jewelry. And we can go out to purchase affordable pieces in this color. Below are beautiful and stylish lilac color fashion pieces that you can add to your closet.

Blazers

Blazers are a cute way to add colors in your wardrobe because a colorful blazer is a statement piece. When you throw a lilac or lavender color blazer over your nudes and neutrals for spring, you'll definitely feel confident and classy for any event. To make the blazer stand out more, you can keep other accessories like shoes and bags neutral. A translucent or clear bag and shoes is a great idea too. Check out some lilac color blazers here and here.

   

Shoes

Can you see how yummy these lavender/lilac shoes look? A pair of lilac shoes would look stylish when paired with a dress, a pant suit or even a skirt and top. Easter celebration is around the corner and aside from Easter, think Spring and Summer weddings or even prom and keep a  pair at hand. Check out some selections here. 

Green Feather Ankle Boots

Another shoe lovin' post here today that features this teal color feather embellished ankle boots from Nordstrom. This pointy toe stiletto boots are made of leather with a soft shine to it and have a 4" heel. The feather embellishments and color make them look dressy and appropriate for spring or fall weddings. This year, embellished shoes are going to be a huge trend and you'll see a lot of feather embellishments on accessories and fashion pieces. The boots also come in black colors and at $138.95, they are pretty affordable. Check it out here.

Grey Sweater Dress + Green trench Coat

Happy Monday everyone. I hope to make this post as short as possible. I'm wearing a grey color sweater dress and a vintage green color vintage trench coat that has a removable floral lining for extra warmth. I love how the color of the coat just makes the otherwise grey outfit pop. This sweater dress is an old one from the closet purchased from Victorias' Secret years ago. The neckline can be turned into an off-shoulder style; can be worn as a cowl neck and it can also be worn over the head like a hood. I just love the versatility of this sweater dress. I wear it a lot in the winter months and it is so worn now that I think it is finally time to give it a break. I'll only wear it to lounge at home from now onwards. I paired the grey dress with high heeled ankle boots and a black bag; trying to keep it very simple and neutral underneath the green coat.  Lastly, my green and gold tone statement earrings completed the look. If you are asking what I'm thinking; yes, the coat is a thrifted piece from years ago. I think I paid about $15 or $20 dollars for it and then I had it dry cleaned too. I take care of all my winter coats and store them properly because they are not really just fashion pieces for me but essentials. I have a couple of 100 % wool coats that actually cost up to a $1000 for a new piece but I got each of them for under $100 at the thrift and consignment store like the camel coat I wore here and here.  You need to have good warm coats and trench coats if you live in Minneapolis. Thanks so much for stopping by here.

The Snood: A Winter Closet Essential

The snood is a closet essential for the winter especially at this time when we are having a deep freeze in most parts of the mid-west of the United States with temperatures dipping as low as -27 degrees Fahrenheit in some states.  Snoods are sometimes confused with infinity scarfs but they are different. A snood is a piece of clothing used by women to cover the upper part of their body usually the head and neck. it has a cowl shape in most cases and sits very close (snug) to the neck. It can be a knitted piece of fabric or crotchet. It can also be made from any other fabric so long as it stretches and can go over the head if it needs to like a hood and this is the main distinction of a snood from an infinity scarf. An Infinity scarf is a loop of fabric that is worn loosely around the neck like a scarf. Sometimes, infinity scarfs can be folded around the neck a couple of times to convert them into a snood like this piece here. In my opinion, a snood is usually warmer and more cozy than an infinity scarf. You can layer it over a top, sweater or dress and a colorful snood can elevate any winter outfit. A good place to shop for snoods is on Etsy Website. I have rounded a couple of snoods and infinity scarfs in the links below if you want to check them out and check out the original post of this outfit here. Stay warm and fabulous!