Crop top and wide legged Pants

Crop top is a piece I hardly ever wear especially when it is off-the-shoulder like the one I am wearing here. My style philosophy is that it is a piece that should be left for the twenty-somethings or college students but if I must wear one, then I try to style it with a bottom that has a high waist to cover my mid-region. My other styling tip is that; if my upper arms and shoulders are exposed as in this off-the-shoulder top, then my lower part has to be covered. It's all about striking a balance at being modest, trendy and stylish at the same time. For this outfit, I paired my printed off-the-shoulder top with a linen white color wide legged pants; added a multi strand choker and completed the look with Steve Madden Velvet Sandals. Thank you so much for stopping by.

The Duster or Kimono: A Closet Staple

The duster or kimono is a piece that should be in every lady's closet because it is so versatile. It can be worn over any outfit; denim, shorts, dresses and even skirts; mini skirts that is. A colorful duster can add a pop of color to any outfit and it can be used as a layering piece too depending on the weight of the fabric or the weather. A duster or kimono can also be used as a beach wear cover and this definitely makes it a great piece to own. I purchased this plaid printed duster from Target a couple of summers ago and paired it with denim, white tee and a pair of mules; "easy breezy" styling.

My Nordstrom Sale Wish List

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There is so much hype about the Nordstrom sale going on right now because we all love a good sale. Nordstrom is a store that sells high end, great quality fashion and on regular days, prices can be steep and that is why there is so much buzz around this annual sale. I do not plan to do a lot of shopping but I came up with a Wish List that with cute affordable fashion and accessories for Fall and with the holiday season not so far away, it's not too early to start shopping for gifts for loved ones. You would certainly find some items at a discount during this sale. I really like this transparent back pack here and this very cute plaid boots. When it comes to gifts, this clear handbag protector is great as a stocking stuffer. The Sale runs from July 20th to August 5th for non-card members and public. Click on the number links to view my list and happy shopping.

Gingham Shirt + Denim

Gingham print is such a summer favorite and though it is not as popular this summer as it was last year, you can still see it here and there mostly in accessories like shoes. I got this gingham shirt from Loft a couple of summers ago and it is the "boldest" gingham print piece I own. Most of my other gingham pieces are in smaller prints and I do not yet own a gingham dress. I had a feeling any dress or skirt in this bold print would quickly go out of style so I settled for this shirt instead. I paired the shirt with dark denim and completed the look with metallic loafers that I purchased from JustFab. Do you own any bold gingham print piece? Thank you so much for stopping by.

How to style: Maxi Dress

The Maxi dress is such a huge trend this summer and I know styling it for casual event is easy-breezy. If you want to glamorize a simple maxi dress, here is some inspiration for you. Pair the dress with a pair of statement earrings like the drop or chandelier earrings and a statement bag and a pair of cute mules and you are good to go.






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Style inspiration: Polka dots Bikini Style

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Polka dots prints are trending this summer just like the gingham prints trend we had last year. If you want to take your fashionista status to a higher level, update your beach wardrobe with this print. If you opt for the classy black and white polka dot prints, add color with accessories like sunnies, shoes,  wraps and hats. If you decide to go for the colorful polka dots print which is a twist on the classy black and white like this set here and here, accessorize with neutral color accessories like straw hats and bags. Happy styling 😃

Ruffle hem Maxi Dress + Straw Hat

Ruffle hem maxi dress or ruffle dresses in general are everywhere this summer. I purchased this from Venus several years ago and I have styled it before some where on the blog. This time, I re-styled it with the number one summer accessory this summer; the straw hat. My platform color block sandals completed the look. Click on the links below to shop similar looks and thank you so much for stopping by here.

White Bodysuit + Yellow Skirt

Every woman should own a body suit especially if you work in a formal work place and wear a lot of formal or corporate outfits; gone are those days of shabby "tucked-in" outfits. A bodysuit shirt or blouse stays in place and keeps your outfit neat and chic. And don't be scared of the "Jumpsuit-bathroom-dilema" because most bodysuits are like little kids' onesies. You can just snap out of them when you need to use the ladies' room. I scored this white piece from the Victorias Secret Catalogue years ago and I loved it so much that I got it in a couple other colors. The pleated skirt is from Loft and the camo print sandals are an old purchase from GoJane. Thanks for visiting.

Shoe Lovin' - Jeweled Flats by Amina Jillil

GUNMETAL FLAT BLACK PUMPS

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Amina Jillil

These sparkly bejeweled flat heel pumps are not trending this summer but it caught my eye all the same when I saw it online. This shoe is certainly a showstopper and though I have not seen it up close  the craftsmanship seems to be very good. At over $350.00, the price is pretty steep and not on my shopping list right now but it does inspire me about crafts and DIY projects. If you are familiar with the name, you know that the designer, Amina Jillil has an inspirational story on how she became a shoe designer. This beautiful pair here would go well with an all black outfit or all white outfit and would also pair very nicely with a white button down shirt and a great pair of denim. 

How to style: Purple + Lilac

Can we still talk about lilac? I know it's not spring anymore since pastels or the lilac color was a huge trend this past spring but nothing stops us from styling and wearing this beautiful shade of color in the summer especially when we mix it with another great color; purple. This set above is an inspiration on styling these two colors together for a special event this summer. Happy viewing and styling...😍