Casual Friday- Girls Night Out

I am a thirty-something year old that has the opportunity to gather a decent wardrobe of pieces that I have recycled over the years or not even worn yet. Seriously?! Yes, seriously. I bought a thrifted Ralph Lauren sweater years ago and am just now wearing it. The sweater is way too big actually, I bought it when I was heavier with the intent of wearing as over sized. Needless to say, I will be purging this sweater right from my closet immediately. My next quest, finding an oversized sweater (and a pair of shorts) in my actual size.

I paired the sweater with some thrifted  Ralph Lauren shredded, deconstructed shorts (that I’ve had for years) and a pair of knee/thigh faux suede high boots. To “cool” the look of the sweater I added silver toned accessories. I popped on my leather jacket for warmth and it added a nice touch. I’m headed out for some fun and drinks!! Please share your thoughts below {let’s chat :-)} and I will see you back here Monday!!

Have a fun weekend cupcakes!!

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Casual Friday: In Real Time OOTD/N

So…I know this outfit of the day is a little later than I normally do but I have a good reason. I planned this outfit a week ago for today (10/23/15) but I didn’t want to record it until today…in real time. I’m a mommy so most of my free time is dedicated to my family. However, after great planning, I am finally having date night with my hubby. I couldn’t be more thrilled!!!

Let’s talk fashion and style, shall we?

My outfit, although casual, is sexy yet modest. Side note: Can modesty please come back in style? Anyway, for the sake of the night out I chose a sequin tank that I’ve had in my closet for years. It is made of ribbed material for a more casual effect. My jeans are American Apparel easy jeans. These are high waisted and completely comfortable. They feel like leggings. I searched high and low for the faux leather biker jacket I’m wearing. Honestly, the prices of faux (or vegan, whichever the fashion world chooses to call it) leather anything is quite alarming. I was on the hunt for a nice decent quality jacket and found myself staring at $100 price tags in sheer amazement!! Over 40 bucks for a faux leather jacket is outrageous to me! Fortunately I found mine at Forever 21 for only 23 bucks. That is an awesome price point!! The jacket is rocker chic with an edge but the asymmetrical design of the zipper adds a feminine touch.

The accessories are really simple for this look. My boots are genuine suede boots I purchased about 3 years ago from Justfab. They were apart of the genuine leather and suede line (that is no longer on the site). I wish they were over the knee boots but I’m not complaining and I love them anyway! I chose to wear metal jewelry in silver and gunmetal. My necklace adds a masculine touch to balance the femininity of the sequin tank. I’m wearing knuckle rings and my earrings are a stud/ear cuff set. My hair is a messy ponytail for a sassy bad girl edge and I decided on neutral makeup. All in all, I love how everything in my fit came together. What do think? I’m headed out for drinks so I’ll see you all back here Monday!!

Bye Cupcakes!! 💋

*Update: I changed my shirt. I decided to wear a slit-arm long sleeve black top. It’s more comfortable and fits my style more than the sequin shirt. That’s why I wanted to do a “real time” blog post. I wanted you to see that you can love something and it can “balance” a look but you also need to love the look. It needs to be your style. I think I look much better with the black shirt. That is my style. Nothing wrong with making changes to your look, that’s what styling is truly about: tweaking a look to fit you honestly and perfectly!!! 

 

Casual Friday: Denim, Studs & Scarves

The fringe craze is seriously upon the fashion world. I initially wanted to wear a pair of boots that I just had to have. They boast fringe decoration along the back of the and the boot (which is faux suede) is thigh high with an open toe. Instead, I changed my mind and decided to wear studded block gladiator heels from Shoedazzle for this look. It gives the look a bit more edge.

Sidenote: The shoes were only $12!!

I’m a lover of contrast so my outfit although almost completely denim, had to have not only different washes of denim but differing colors. My shirt is dark blue vintage washed and the pants are washed gray denim. The jeans are skinny, reminiscent of American Apparel but they are from Forever 21. Way cheaper in price and maybe a little better in quality.  I decided on no jewelry and instead wore this scarf that I bought a little while ago. (I plan my outfits almost a month in advance most times). It kept me warm without the need of a jacket or coat. I love the dual sidedness of the scarf and it sasses up the outfit. My clutch is American Apparel (which yo probably know by now lol).  My fall lip is MAC Riri “Talk That Talk”.

Oh, and lastly, I finally straightened my hair. I had to cut a few bad inches off but it’s okay. Anyhoo, share your thoughts below and I will see you back here Monday for another ootd!

Bye Cupcakes! 💋

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Casual Friday: Early Fall Boots

Salut! It’s Friday!!

I am so happy to be able to pop on a sweater, especially in brisk & windy weather. I really wanted to wear a skirt although I opted against that idea. There is plenty enough time for that considering the weather is still feeling like summer some days. (Who am I kidding? I still will wear skirts when it’s cold.) No complaints here since winter will be upon us but it’s just is nice to wear some fall apparel for a change.

I chose faux leather leggings to be instantly stylish but comfy.  I paired my faux leather leggings with a nice balance of a (thrifted) basic sweater. I tied a denim shirt around my waist for a little bit of “trend”.  The sweater is not bulky (although being a bit big on me) and is perfect for 60 degree weather and no coat.  Still incorporating some summer fun into my fall wardrobe, I’m wearing thigh high open toe wedge boots. These Jeffrey Campbell “boots” I purchased years ago….please don’t hate me because I don’t remember where.  The sunnies I bought from eBay. My clutch, (which you will be seeing a lot of) I love and it was on sale from American Apparel. I paid 21 bucks including shipping! Please let me know what you think. If you are not already, follow me on Instagram: @thestylecake. If you loved this post, keep a lookout for the new post on Monday!

Happy Weekend Cupcakes!! 💋

 

"Modestly Modifed Maxi"

This is probably the last summer post I will be doing this year. Temperatures are now in the 60s and the wind has picked up with an occasional all day rain fall. For my last summer post, I decided to take a chance and wear a skirt that I had not worn yet. I bought this skirt years ago but because the style had become way too popular, I never wore it. Nothing much behind my idea. I wanted this look to still remain modest while maintaining the sexiness of the look. I decided to modestly modify the skirt by wearing a pair of biker shorts so my whole thigh and crotch area don’t get exposed. The skirt is from Urban Outfitters and the tank is from H&M. The clutch is from the clearance section of American Apparel and the shoes are Jeffrey Campbell. I only spent 40 bucks on them but they are so fab I would have paid more for them. They boast genuine suede, multiple straps up the leg and a zipper up the back for the ease of putting them on. For accessories I decided on a gold slave bracelet, hoop earrings and a vintage inspired gold toned watch. My headband was one dollar at the beauty supply store. It adds a rockstar touch for some edge to this look. Now that you know about the pieces in this look, let me know what you think! Til Friday for another post cupcakes!! 💋

 

"Modestly Modifed Maxi"

This is probably the last summer post I will be doing this year. Temperatures are now in the 60s and the wind has picked up with an occasional all day rain fall. For my last summer post, I decided to take a chance and wear a skirt that I had not worn yet. I bought this skirt years ago but because the style had become way too popular, I never wore it. Nothing much behind my idea. I wanted this look to still remain modest while maintaining the sexiness of the look. I decided to modestly modify the skirt by wearing a pair of biker shorts so my whole thigh and crotch area don’t get exposed. The skirt is from Urban Outfitters and the tank is from H&M. The clutch is from the clearance section of American Apparel and the shoes are Jeffrey Campbell. I only spent 40 bucks on them but they are so fab I would have paid more for them. They boast genuine suede, multiple straps up the leg and a zipper up the back for the ease of putting them on. For accessories I decided on a gold slave bracelet, hoop earrings and a vintage inspired gold toned watch. My headband was one dollar at the beauty supply store. It adds a rockstar touch for some edge to this look. Now that you know about the pieces in this look, let me know what you think! Til Friday for another post cupcakes!! 💋

 

Vintage Spirit….

 I bought a pistons tee back when the season was still going and had been waiting on a chance to sport my tee for a game, but it didn’t happen so I’m wearing it for this OOTD. This is a late summer fit and I can’t wait for the fall, so what better way to go out of summer than repping for the home team? Actually, since football season has started I’m still kinda, sorta repping for my hometown, right? Lol. Anyhoo, this shirt is vintage and when I’m done wearing it I plan to frame it as a part of my decor. The pants are some, that after months of hard work I can finally fit. The shoes are from NastyGal. These shoes, the “On A Level” heels are very popular but are killer on the feet. My feet were screaming for mercy. Good thing I had my flats! My sunnies are from eBay, very inexpensive. I wore a choker (that is very subtle) to support the nostalgia of my tee. I’m carrying one of my favorite bags for this summer, from Justfab. This bag allows for me to be a stylish mom and throw everything the kiddies need right inside. I’ve commented on this bag in previous posts, go through and check out the various looks with this bag.  In the meantime, check out the pics below and let me know what you think! 

Closet Finds (Thrift Alert)

Lately I haven’t been thrifting because I am in the process of purging. That being said, I have been finding things in my closet that I haven’t worn. In particular, I found a pair of wide leg pants while thrifting last year that I had forgotten about. I centered my entire look around these pants. Not only are they on trend (although I am not a trendy girl) but they are perfect for the heat wave that we have been having in my area, not to mention a great transition piece into the fall season. I so ready for fall. Anyhow, they are cool and comfortable despite the fact that they are a polyester material and having no way to keep them up on my body. I could have used a belt to hold them up but that wasn’t the look that I was going for. They were on sale, I think that I spent about one dollar. I will be adding an elastic band to the waist or taking the waist in more than likely.  I decided on flats because I was considerably tired after a long few weeks (and I am still recuperating). The flats are super comfortable yet still stylish. I purchased these years and years ago from Forever 21. My look is simple but still has plenty of layers to it. Pictures are below, let me know what you think!!

[glasses: eBay. Bag: Justfab. Tank: Target. Necklace: Neon Wild. Pants: thrifted. Shoes & Bracelet: F21]

Lazy Days…

“Hot fun in the summer time”…

I love that song! It described my weekend. Hubby, kids and I wanted to spend some quality time together so we decided to go to the river walk for a little fun in the sun. I knew I would be doing some activities with the kiddies and relaxing so I didn’t really feel like getting dressed up but I still wanted to be stylish. I opted for this Calvin Klein maxi dress. I absolutely love the fit and comfort of this dress. Since it was over 90 degrees and humid, my hair was not cooperating. I wore a leopard print scarf tied for my coiffure. My sunnies are simple yet stylish. I wore simple wedge sandals (that you won’t be able to see in this post) that I can walk in sand and water without the worry of destroying them. My earrings are hoops that I purchased from the local beauty supply store. Finally, I needed a large bag to throw all of our things in, towels, toys, water, snacks and etc. This bag from Justfab was perfect! Let me know what you think of my look! As always, thanks for checking out my blog! By the way, are you following me on Instagram? Find me here.

*dress: Calvin Klein. scarf: Forever 21. sunglasses: eBay. hoops: Local BSS. bag: Justfab*

Failure, Stripes and Skater Skirts…

*Side Note: This OOTD was done earlier on in my fitness journey.*

Failure is something that most people seem to hate, refuse to admit to or deny exists altogether. I on the other hand, seem to see only my failures. Smh. If it’s one thing I know about failures is that you will always learn a valuable lesson or carry a slight chip on your shoulder to prove yourself right. I’m not quite at the latter yet but I am definitely learning from my mistakes with my outfits and this blogging thing. Give me a year and I promise I will be as good as a projected model of new business plan: polished and ready to be in full effect! This outfit in particular is what I call one of my failures. My transparency allows me to be open about this ootd being a failure however my dignity will not allow me to disclose why. That is in a mental vault…stashed away to teach me a lesson and provide a reminder. Anyhoo, I still enjoyed this look and I hope you do too!

“If you can’t see your mistakes, you merely see an illusion” –CityGirlStyleCake.

{shirt: vintage, skirt: H&M, purse: H&M, wedges: Steve Madden}