Not-a-DIY: A "Tutu Train" 

No Instructions below….lol.
I like to pride myself on creativity so often times I write down ideas that I have and yet I just have not been brave enough to share. Shoot, sometimes I just flat out don’t have the time to see if the idea will pan out. Welp, I’ve decided that from now on, I will start doing my projects. First up, is this belt designed to have a similar look to a tutu but is actually a train.  I absolutely LOVE the results. If you do not have a sewing machine, you can still make this belt using a tutorial by clicking here. I did this for fun…Results of my DIY below!

Happy Sewing!

Materials Needed:

1. A bolt of fabric

2. Scissors

3. Sewing Machine (and needle & thread)

4. Elastic Band (preferably 2 inches wide)

5. Hooks or Fastener (to close the belt)

6. Patience & Belief in Thyself!

Not-a-DIY: A "Tutu Train" 

No Instructions below….lol.
I like to pride myself on creativity so often times I write down ideas that I have and yet I just have not been brave enough to share. Shoot, sometimes I just flat out don’t have the time to see if the idea will pan out. Welp, I’ve decided that from now on, I will start doing my projects. First up, is this belt designed to have a similar look to a tutu but is actually a train.  I absolutely LOVE the results. If you do not have a sewing machine, you can still make this belt using a tutorial by clicking here. I did this for fun…Results of my DIY below!

Happy Sewing!

Materials Needed:

1. A bolt of fabric

2. Scissors

3. Sewing Machine (and needle & thread)

4. Elastic Band (preferably 2 inches wide)

5. Hooks or Fastener (to close the belt)

6. Patience & Belief in Thyself!

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}

Thift & Vintage: Modernizing "Old" Fashion

My love for vintage and thrifting dates back to about year 2000. At that time, I loved being able to find things I liked and needed for a insignificant price point. Cha-Ching!! Well, now I tend to thrift for the fun of it. The thrill of finding cools things for cheap is my kind of shopping. Some people are scared to shop at thrift stores for fear of only finding dirty, old & “outdated” clothing. You can absolutely snag great items for less in the thrift store. If you love thrifting and/or saving money, this two part series is for you!!

I thought it would be fun to do a series that features items that are either thrifted or vintage to show these items can be styled to look youthful and modern. Eventually, I would love to do a video taking you with me on a shopping trip to find an outfit (excluding shoes & jewelry) for less than 15 bucks!! 

Anyhoo, on to the outfit and tips. Thrifted outfits do not have to look ragged, thrifted, nor “old lady” inspired lol. The key to shopping thrift is:

1. Look for items that have a detail that you can center an outfit around. (Ex, sequin, bold prints, etc.)

2. Try to find “timeless” pieces. These never go “out of style” and provide a nice base for a great outfit.

3. Vintage clothing “fits” differently than the current making of clothing. Only buy what compliments your body.*

*I will talk about wearing clothing that compliments the body in the very near future.* Feel free to check out my Instagram and hit that follow button! You never know when I may decide to post a look without blogging it! 

{shirt & shorts: Goodwill, necklace: H&M, shoes: Shoedazzle, handbag: gifted}

 

 

 

Thift & Vintage: Modernizing "Old" Fashion

My love for vintage and thrifting dates back to about year 2000. At that time, I loved being able to find things I liked and needed for a insignificant price point. Cha-Ching!! Well, now I tend to thrift for the fun of it. The thrill of finding cools things for cheap is my kind of shopping. Some people are scared to shop at thrift stores for fear of only finding dirty, old & “outdated” clothing. You can absolutely snag great items for less in the thrift store. If you love thrifting and/or saving money, this two part series is for you!!

I thought it would be fun to do a series that features items that are either thrifted or vintage to show these items can be styled to look youthful and modern. Eventually, I would love to do a video taking you with me on a shopping trip to find an outfit (excluding shoes & jewelry) for less than 15 bucks!! 

Anyhoo, on to the outfit and tips. Thrifted outfits do not have to look ragged, thrifted, nor “old lady” inspired lol. The key to shopping thrift is:

1. Look for items that have a detail that you can center an outfit around. (Ex, sequin, bold prints, etc.)

2. Try to find “timeless” pieces. These never go “out of style” and provide a nice base for a great outfit.

3. Vintage clothing “fits” differently than the current making of clothing. Only buy what compliments your body.*

*I will talk about wearing clothing that compliments the body in the very near future.* Feel free to check out my Instagram and hit that follow button! You never know when I may decide to post a look without blogging it! 

{shirt & shorts: Goodwill, necklace: H&M, shoes: Shoedazzle, handbag: gifted}

 

 

 

Overalls, Bodysuits & Rainy Days

I LOVE rainy days. Movies, snuggling, sitting in a comfy chair while looking out at the rain are all great variables for a great time at home on a rainy day. Days like this, I enjoy being at the movies. My outfit is comfy for relaxing in those big chairs but still fashionable enough for a “stylinista” like myself. Most days, I’m too lazy or I’m at the gym so I don’t dress up that often (although it doesn’t seem that way). Anyhoo, this crazy weather has confused my emotions about what I want to wear. Today was cold, warm, balmy, foggy, windy,  threatened by a tornado and rainy with late evening-like skies all day long. Smh. Crazy right?! Well, I dressed for it. I opted for an umbrella instead of a handbag due to this crazy spring weather and strappy wedges for comfort. The shirt around my waist is strategically placed just in case I got cold (I got warmer lol) and hardly any accessories except for my name necklace against my trendy overalls. Check out the pics below…

Necklace: (gifted)

Wedges: Aldo

Overalls: Forever 21

Bodysuit: H&M

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Grunge Rock Star Behavior

Whew hoo! Somewhat of a spring is finally here!! Remember the age old saying “April showers brings May flowers”? Well it was raining on day two of April without fail. I was hoping the rain would visit only briefly but hope doesn’t always float! Lol. Anyhoo, I dressed for the happy gloom of finally being able to go out without a coat due to temperature but kind of needing one because of constant rain. I opted out of wearing a coat for this outfit. Let me know what you think of my styling this time!

Hat: Gadzooks

Men’s Graphic Tee: Goodwill

Faux Leather Detail Pants: H&M

Fringe Clutch: H&M

Necklace: Jewelmint

Shoes: Sam Edelman

 

 

 

 

 

"Baby It's Cold Outside" 

If you live anywhere in the north of the country, it’s not warm….even though it’s officially spring. Ugh! This bi- polar weather is so confusing. I want to put up my winter wear but it’s just not time.  Well, I decided to mix winter and spring with this outfit. Let me know what you think!

Sweater: Vintage (thrifted)

Skirt: Love Culture

Clutch: Turquoise Soul Bags

Glasses: eBay

Trench Coat: Loehmann’s

Shoes: Depop

Turban: BSS

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"Baby It's Cold Outside" 

If you live anywhere in the north of the country, it’s not warm….even though it’s officially spring. Ugh! This bi- polar weather is so confusing. I want to put up my winter wear but it’s just not time.  Well, I decided to mix winter and spring with this outfit. Let me know what you think!

Sweater: Vintage (thrifted)

Skirt: Love Culture

Clutch: Turquoise Soul Bags

Glasses: eBay

Trench Coat: Loehmann’s

Shoes: Depop

Turban: BSS

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Style Series: (Sweatshirt) & Pumps

*Sings* “Just one of them days…” Well, not one of THOSE days but…

It’s one of those days that I don’t feel like dressing up, but I don’t want to be bummy either. Ugh, the dilemma right? I found this cute graphic sweatshirt in my closet and paired it with some cute jeans. I was supposed to upload this last Saturday but life, well, you know. Let me know what you think of my get-up!

Sweater: Vintage

Button Up: Thrifted “Ralph Lauren”

Jeans: Target

Shoes: Vivienne Westwood x Melissa Dragon Pumps

Clutch: Forever 21

Necklace: H&M