What to wear on a very cold Fall Day

If you live in a region like me where the fall weather quickly turns into winter before the official start time, you might have your winter coats and scarfs laid out already. A long coat or robe coat is a must have outer wear for a very cold day. A good quality wool coat or cashmere can cost over a thousand dollars in high end stores and a wool blend or equivalent cashmere blend can cost upper hundreds but it can be a good investment because you will get a warm cozy coat that you can wear for years. I must say too that; the shorter the coat, the cheaper it is. You can get more affordable styles online in UK stores like Asos and Misguided.

Puffer Coat + Zebra prints Scarf

While we are still on the animal prints trend, I'm definitely here for it. I have somehow found a way to incorporate the prints into every outfit I wear this season. This outfit that features a puffer coat and black denim pants got the zebra prints treatment in this large zebra prints scarf which is actually a DIY piece. I went to the fabric store years ago when I was decorating my home and cut several yards of different animal prints faux fur fabric which I used as cushion throws, and throws for my closet chair. All the faux fur fabrics are in stored in my closet now because I have since changed out the décor in my home. So, I repurposed this zebra prints throw into a neck scarf here on a very cold day. I completed the look with a clear tote blogged about here and I tell you, I was very warm and comfy.

Casual style on a cold fall day: Green knit snood and vintage croc effect bucket bag

Hi Everyone 😀 So, now it's back to reality after all the Thanksgiving festivities and holiday deals and shopping. Did you get to do any black Friday or cyber Monday shopping? I did a little shopping and get some items I felt was missing in my closet. I have been seeing beautiful beret style on insta and wanted to get my hands on one because you know I try to indulge in affordable fashion trends. So, I did some browsing and found some affordable berets on Forever 21 like this black color here and this plaid prints style here. Although the red beret is a little too common and basic, I like the fact that it's eye catching and can add a huge dose of color to an outfit. I ended up getting myself one from the Shein website here. I have also wanted a black color polka dots pumps for a while and I found an affordable pair at 40 % discount on the Macy's Website. I still have a few things on my list like a sequin skirt and cowboy boots but I'm not planning on buying anything full price anymore; just show me the deals, deals, deals...😆

Apron style Palazzo Pants + Leopard Prints Scarf

Hi everyone, I hope you had a great Thanksgiving; mine was beautiful. I always appreciate it when the kids get time off from school and we are able to just relax and spend time together as a family. I didn't invite any one over this Thanksgiving and I also declined other invitations extended by others. I just wanted to spend the day with my intimate family and we had so much fun cooking all our meals, eating dinner and relaxing by the fire place late into the night while we watched movies and also listened to music. After God, family is everything and we all need to spend more time with our family and also put our focus on our kids and spouses and I believe the world will be better off when we do this. There is so much craziness going on in the world right now. Well, thank God for all things and thank God for the Thanksgiving holiday too because we are all able to slow down and reconnect with our loved ones.

Black Friday Gift Guide for the Ladies

          

                                                   

                                                 

Happy Black Friday. I hope you had a wonderful celebration with your family and friends and was able to spend quality time together.Thanksgiving holiday is the official start of the holiday season and the main idea behind the holidays is the virtue of giving. Christmas is all about the fact that God gave his son Jesus Christ to give the gift of redemption to all humanity. This is the greatest act of LOVE ever known. To show love at any time or during the holiday season, you have to give something out. Giving might be in the form of kind words, actions, messages, your time (spending time with loved ones) or it might be in the form of gifts. For those surrounded by Moms, sisters, wives, girl friends, this gift guide would give you ideas on what to get your loved ones for the holidays and some of the items on the list are on sale. Check it out and happy shopping.

Thanksgiving Outfit: Eshakti Selections and New Customization Feature Review

Happy Thanksgiving Friends 😁 Are you ready to celebrate thanksgiving with your friends and family? Are you done with planning your menu and shopping for groceries? Do not forget that you have to dress up and look good on Thanksgiving day whether you are a host or a guest. If you are still thinking of outfit options to wear this weekend (Express shipping everyone...) or if you have not picked out your Christmas and New Year outfits yet, do not be anxious because Eshakti is the place where you can find the right outfit for any occasion. If you are not familiar with this brand by now, I'll tell you about it. Eshakti is an online store that specializes in women's fashion by offering retail and wholesale fashion. The store can customize a single dress for you or several dresses for you or your bridesmaids by their unique customization feature of altering neck lines, hem lengths, sleeve lengths; which you can read more about here and also fabric customization that let's you swap the fabric of particular styles that you like and you can read more about it here too.

Tan color sweater + Brown Culottes

Tan, browns, beige and nudes are typical fall colors which I decided to bring together in this outfit. I am wearing a tan color cable knit sweater, an old purchase from Loft and a dark brown pair of culottes, an old piece from my closet. My accessories are pretty light; a pair of nude pumps, a red mini quilted bag for a pop of color and a printed silk scarf for some interest. Can you believe I forgot to put on a pair of earrings when I got dressed to go out before taking these pics? At other times, I would have been very conscious of my bare ears but with this added printed scarf around my neck, I was just fine. A very simple, laid back outfit I must say. What are your plans for Thanksgiving celebration? Everyday should be Thanksgiving in my book and I have a lot to be thankful to God for starting with his love and mercy and grace on my life and on my family. I thank God for good health and for good friends and I really just thank him for everything. Without God, where would I be? (Nowhere!) What are you thankful to God for?

Nordstrom Gift ideas for the Holidays

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The holidays are here. Thanksgiving is just a few days away and Christmas and New Year less than 50 days away and along with the holidays come the gift giving. This Post is a selection of  my favorite things from Nordstrom for the fashionista ladies and fashionable men in our lives. None of the items are on sale currently but they are all under a $100 each. To be honest with you all, I prefer to give gift cards as gifts these days because I think that is the best option ever and this is why I included gift cards on both lists. However, before giving out gift cards, just make sure you have a budget and know your limit for each person on your list. It is also a great idea to get gift cards from the favorite stores of your friends and loved ones as that would really help them  towards getting membership points and rewards from those stores.

What to wear to Work on a casual Friday: Brown faux Leather Dress + Orange Pumps

Happy Friday 😁 Are you looking for inspiration on what to wear to work on a Friday in the Fall? Some corporate companies do casual Fridays where employees can come to work in an outfit that is a little casual yet work appropriate and I think this outfit would work on such a day. I am wearing a faux snake skin leather dress I got from Chicos years ago paired with an orange color d'orsay pumps and a leopard prints scarf and brown leather bag. I think this print mix combo plus leather dress situation would do just fine for work. However, it's hard to find a good leather dress that looks formal without splurging. Most of the leather dresses out there that are affordable, either look too cheap or they look juvenile in a bad way (too short, lots of cut-outs, straps) and not work appropriate. An alternative styling to doing a leather dress is to get a good leather skirt and pair a comfy sweater over it, it will do just fine too, This look here is actually from four years ago and you can read the original post here.

Shoe Lovin' - Cow boy boots

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The cow boy boots is a huge trend this fall and the versatility in styling makes it very appealing to every fashionable or stylish lady. These boots can be paired with dresses. skirts pants and even shorts in the summer time. A couple of brands are coming up with very modern version of this boots but the traditional style still remains a classic. Cowboy boots come in different colors and textures too and when distressed or worn, gives an edgy vibe to an outfit. Most cow boy boots are unisex so, don't feel uncomfortable shopping for one in the men's department; just make sure you go one or two sizes up to make it easier to wear. I'm planning on indulging in this trend but I'm not going to splurge on a new pair. I'm on the look out for a good thrift pair. Below are different styles and colors that you can check out if you are interested in the trend.