#Flashback Friday: Phillip Lim for Target 

Happy Friday boos!!

Let’s take it back with a dress that I found at Target a couple of years ago. I hadn’t worn the dress before now, so it just sat in my closet. Now I’m pulling it out and celebrating the Phillip Lim for Target collection all over again. If it’s one thing y’all may not know about me is that I am semi-obsessed with leopard print. Initially when I saw this dress I was hard pressed to style it and I just knew what I would wear with it. However I bought the dress and everyone else was wearing so I was discouraged. 

Yea, yeah I know. Target is a large chain. What did I expect? Well, I just didn’t want my style to be drowned out by the fact that everyone was wearing this dress that the whole fashion world would get tired of seeing. Now, this dress feels fresh to wear and style. Anyhoo, you guys know the drill…it’s Friday so this post is short so you can go enjoy your weekend! 

Dress: (Sold Out). Jacket: Calvin Klein (thrifted). Shoes: UrbanOg (Sold Out). 


Stylish & Quality Thrifting: Blazers

Now I know there are people out there that frown upon thrifting and that may feel disgusted by wearing clothes someone else owned but I’m here to change your mind! You guys, we are in my FAVORITE season and what better way to help get your closet together than by doing a series?! So this blog along with the next three Wednesday posts will be all about thrifting! 

I’m a true fan and believer of thrifting because honey thrifting, gives you not only dollars but also freedom. I’ve been saving money because I’ve stopped a large amount of retail purchases. Instead, I’ve rekindled my love for the thrift store. When I walk in, I feel creativity and no limits to my personal style. That being said, let’s discuss my choices that together make a fabulous outfit!

I am wearing this stunning purple jacket that has a the perfect structure that I love! I was initially drawn to this jacket BECAUSE of the structure. It has an “boss lady” appeal that doesn’t take over my outfit because the color allows a bit of playfulness. The fit is comfortable and just feels right, constructed to mold to the right place on the body. Now I paired this jacket with a basic white tank. Very simple but adds tons of layers to this look without being too much. 

I wanted to look a bit casual so I grabbed my jeans and my platform heeled sandals to complete the look! The jeans are an absolute must because they are “mom” jeans and I’m wearing them as boyfriend jeans. These jeans allow the look to be casual without looking too business like. The shoes add that bit of understated sexiness. The sex appeal is there and I don’t show any lady parts. My oversized clutch is from American Apparel. Let me know what you guys think! 

Later Cupcakes 💋

Plaid and All That Glitters…

I am a fall fanatic. I think I’ve put that out there so it’s no shock that I’m excited to wear fall gear! I have to admit, when your mind is on one season, transition can be hard even if you have this styling grainy down pact. I’m the first to admit that I love to shop but since I’ve been lately shopping my closet, when I do make a purchase the piece MUST either be one of a kind, thrifted or on clearance. 

I recently found this top I’m wearing and when I saw it I knew it was THE transition piece that I wanted to style for fall. I had seen this way top earlier in the year and fell in love but refused to pay the high price point for it. Actually I’d seen it on multiple sites and I prayed (not literally) that this top went on sale lol. So later on in the year about a few weeks ago, I checked a particular site on a hunch. Guess what?!! JACKPOT!!! I struck gold! This sucker was on sale!!! So I guess I sort of kinda believe that good things come to the patient. Well, I’m a go-getter so it has to apply to the situation lol. 

Anyhoo, this top is by BlankNyc and I got it from Saks Fifth Avenue for 30% off the $18 price! That’s the price that I see of some high end brand thrifted items! Dont be afraid to shop high end department stores. You simply must know how to shop, knowing off hand what you’re looking for. I put this shirt together with a pair of semi-destroyed jeans and a simple pair of sandals. Let me know what you think and if you’ve scored any sales lately! 

Later Cupcakes 💋

Top: Saks, exact shirt here. Jeans: JCP. Shoes: Steve Madden. Statement Necklace: eBay.

Positive Vibes Only! 

So let’s have some girl talk (guys you’re welcome too, we’re all affected by what I’ll be discussing). 

I was thinking about when I read a Zig Ziglar book back in the day. Zig Ziglar was all about positivity. He promoted it. Negativity sometimes smacks us in the face. We try to dodge it, we refuse to address it but in order to have vision we gotta get it out of our face. Yea, sometimes negativity can blind us from seeing our own potential. The fact that we can’t see our own potential can keep us from even working towards goals. You have to (figuratively) beat it into your own head that you CAN AND WILL! If you don’t believe in you, who will? 

What about when the “peanut gallery is negative? People say that if you don’t have “haters” you’re not doing good. But is it really a good idea to have “haters” and to give that disguised negativity the time of day? We’ll ask yourself what good it does. Negativity is not motivation it’s spewed to stifle progress. Instead of paying the hate any kind, continue to push forward and make you better. It’s hard not to respond to the negative but start responding to the positive instead. Receive compliments and encouragement. Build new partnerships and relationships and enjoy the space you’re in. Remember success is nothing without someone to share it with! So maybe the saying should be if you don’t have love, you’re not poppin! Remember love starts with “self” so if you don’t have self-love….

So this entire post was inspired by a shirt that I recieved from @coolasdetroitstuff on Instagram. You’ll see the tee in the following pics but rally quick let me say, the quality is excellent and and the message is positive! It says “you hate, I slay”. It proclaims not getting involved in negativity even if it’s directed towards the person wearing the tee! I’m wearing a medium and the shirt is pretty true to size. As a blogger, the words are a perfect fit! 

Later Cupcakes! 💋 

Grab your tee here: Wear Positivity 

The Design of Comfort 

With the weather change comes what seems like awkward choices in wardrobe. The change of seasons is a transition period for most wardrobes. Trying to figure out what pieces in your closet to keep and what to fold I and put away might be tricky. Beyond the season change comes changes in emotion. Perhaps during fall we tend to feel more cozy, often choosing comfort over style. You can have both style and complete comfort in one look. 

I found this very comfortable and stylish striped blouse while thrifting by Calvin Klein. The material is so exquisite against my skin. No snags on my skin and it flows beautifully on my silhouette. Perfect for those comfy outfits. The style of stripes and button detail add for a contemporary look. I paired the blouse with a pair of high waisted jeans. I didn’t want low rise jeans and feel uncomfortable, maybe at some point having to tug on my jeans. I added my favorite pair of flat sandals and new fave fall handbag for a finishing and transitional touch! 

The key to transitioning smoothly from one season to another is to find those pieces that can be worn in warm and cold weather. That’s what the Calvin Klein blouse does for my look. It helps to accomplish a cool transitional outfit. Your “in between seasons” piece can be anything from a dress to a scarf. Yes, a scarf. There are even versatile accessories. For example, a burgundy scarf made of light knits and fabrics can help build a great between season look! Anyhoo, let me know what you think of my look! What are some of your favorite transitional pieces? 

Later Cupcakes 💋 

Shirt: Calvin Klein. Jeans: Fashion Nova. Bag: Justfab. Shoes: Target. 





The Bath Robe

It’s Friday y’all!! This was a short work week but it felt extremely long. Like I can’t tell you how happy I am about this weekend. Weekends are never weekends because I’m always working. I needed some comfort because it’s that uncomfortable time of the month (insert eye roll emoji) and I’m honestly not in the mood to wear anything more than a robe lol. 

Today my look is inspired completely by that feeling. Yea well, I still dressed but when I get home I’m throwing a robe on for real! I found this thrifted robe online and fell all the way in love. The print fits right into a smooth summer/fall transition and the colors pop! I’m wearing this robe as a long cardigan because with style, you can do those things. Make things fit and work for your wardrobe. Now I won’t get on here and preach today cause it’s Friday but always remember to be brave enough to experiment. Grab pieces you love and repurpose them so they work to add that perfect bit of “pow” to your outfit! Take a peek at my pics and let me know what you think! Then go on a thrifting mission to find a bomb robe to wear as a cardigan lol. Happy Friday! 

Later Cupcakes!!! 💋 

Shoes: Charlotte Russe, (sold out). All other items are thrifted or old. 


Old Fit (n Flare)

We all have that favorite wardrobe piece in our closet that no matter what we refuse to let go of. That piece for me would be my favorite dress, a red fit and flare dress that I’ve had for literally over ten years! This dress is an old faithful that has fit me during weight ups and downs as well as style adjustments.

I hadn’t worn it in quite a long time so I decided it was time to wear and revamp the usual style in which I wear it. I had often paired this dress with simply a pair of black patent shoes. For my belt, black patent. I’m changing it up this time and doing something different with this dress. I’ve worn it a million times but styling a piece different makes it seem brand new all over again. Since I’ve been shopping my closet, my belt and shoes are items I’ve had for years or have worn in another outfit of the day.

The colors I decided to pie with the red are safari green and a sort of bronze. These colors shift the dress over to having a casual flair instead of more dressy like when I wear the black accessories. Side note, this dress is prof that you don’t have to spend a ton of money for quality. I got this dress from Forever 21. I initially purchased it solely because the fit and flare design (perfect for my shape) and the feminine detailing. Anyhoo, share what you think! What is your favorite wardrobe piece and what’s your favorite way to style it?

{All items I’m wearing are thrifted or old.}

“WordPressed”

Ugh! Life! Well, lately I’ve been uninspired and not feeling too well. Needless to say, I’ve still been pressing on. I have a few things I want to get into motion on this blog and website so I’ve got to get my gusto back. Fall is literally about 30 days away and I’ve been shopping for it! Well, just this past weekend. Yep, I came off my no-buy for this weekend of thrifting. I will share that haul really soon along with some great tips I’ve learned from my own thrifting experiences. 

I’m the meantime, I’ve been stumped it seems. My lack of inspiration comes from my weight forcing it self up and/or to stay  in an unchanged status. My frustration have leaked into my creative mind to blog. I’m working on changing my brain and pushing myself to move forward. Right now I feel “WordPressed”, or depressed when it comes to blogging sort to speak. Since fall is coming, I’m inspired by the change in wardrobe but it’s still pretty warm to truly experiment. Anyhoo, while I get myself together let me know what you think of this outfit! 

Later Cupcakes! 💋

Choker: Boohoo. Shorts: Levi’s. Top: Urban Outfitters (Sold out). Shoes: Aldo (Sold out). Bag: Justfab. Earrings: H&M (Sold Out). 



Fall In Love

I’ve been lighting my candles and watching classic movies, my favorite to watch. Im the mood for fall has me cranking out my fall “rituals” a bit earlier. Normally, I get this feeling in probably October but I’m just ready for cider mills, more cloudy days, rainy days and movie nights. I know what you’re saying, I can watch movies anytime and cloudy days are not that great! Well, I’m a weirdo so I enjoy things that most people don’t. I accept that because I wouldn’t have it any other way! Anyhoo as you know, I’ve been faithfully shopping my closet for the past few outfits and I’m continuing to do so with this look. You know what? I’m falling in love with this process. 

Shopping your own closet allows you to fall back in love with the things you have. You begin to find pieces that maybe you forgot you had. I’m also realizing the things that I thought I wanted to purge but would rather keep and am purging other things. I had set this denim romper I’m wearing in a bin to get rid of it. I went through that bin realizing I didn’t want to rid myself of it yet. It’s perfect for those warm summer days that are on the cusp of the new season of fall. I wanted to reflect the nature type feeling that comes with fall so I tied a flannel plaid shirt around my waist and and threw on some feather heels which are extremely comforable. I didn’t opt for much jewelry as the emphasis is on my love for nature and the fall season. I do plan to do some shopping for the fall but I’ll be sharing my wish list for my wardrobe tomorrow so stayed tuned! 

Later Cupcakes 💋 

*All items I’m wearing are old and sold out. 


I purchased the bangle from Layered Chains.



Classic Closet Reruns

As creatures of progression, we always have some kind of goals to accomplish or work towards. I currently have a new set of goals that I’ve set and as a part of accomplishing those goals I have to cut down my spending tremendously. I have almost no credit card debt but I’ve spent money this past year on my wardrobe and I think it’s enough for now. I’m focusing on saving more and spending less. Don’t get me wrong I saved and most things in my closet I had for years but I’ve been shopping! So I’ll be shopping my closet for the next few months. Get ready for closet reruns. 

The outfit (except for my shirt, it was two for ten dollars) I’m currently wearing is pretty much all from my closet and has been worn at least once for you all to see. Well, all of the pieces I’m wearing haven’t been worn together but that’s the beauty of a closet shake up! 

So really quickly, I paired my striped skirt from Asos with an obvious and popular coordinate color of red. I added a thrifted denim Levi’s button up around the waist for a bit of a casual look. The skirt accentuates my curves (almost too much lol). The scoop neck top I’m wearing is so basic but gives an illusion of an elongated neck and adds some feminine appeal by showing décolletage and not cleavage. I didn’t wear neck jewelry because I wanted my décolletage area to grab the attention without any adornment. The busyness of the bottom half of my look is balanced by the “cleanliness” of my top half of my look! I feel even better about my outfit because it was right from my closet! How do you “shop” your closet? What are some of your fave pieces currently in your closet? 

Later Cupcakes 💋

Skirt: ASOS. Shoes: Jennie Ellen. Shirt: Target. Denim Top: Salvation Army.