The Tropic of Summer

This year I have yet to go on vacation and yes, I’m jealous of all of the vacation pics that I see on social media. I still plan on going somewhere this year! My inspiration for my outfit is my imagination of being somewhere in the tropics enjoying a nice cocktail and beautiful views. I bought the perfect bodysuit, a swimsuit that I thrifted a year or two ago. Side note: I always get the crotch area together before I wear them. I love wearing a good swimsuit as a bodysuit. It can actually serve the true purpose of a swimsuit if need be. 

I paired my bodysuit with a fishtail, mermaid like skirt for an extra tropical effect. I’m having a bad hair day so I threw on a modern hat and then a gold belt for a bit of glam. My accessories are fairly simple so as to not overshadow or overwhelm my outfit. The tropical print is busy and colorful enough to “carry” the entire look. The gold accents my skin tone and highlights my summer bronze glow. I grabbed a very simple chic pair of leopard single sole sandals for a pop of wild. This is where leopard can double for both a neutral against bold colors (my bodysuit) and also a pop of color against a “nude” (my skirt). Believe it or not, my outfit is extremely comfortable and I can easily throw on flats for even more comfort. Let me know your fave summer look! Let’s chat! 

Until Wednesday,

Later Cupcakes 💋

Bodysuit: Thrifted. Skirt: Laced W/Style, similar. Shoes: Charlotte Russe (sold out). Hat: Boohoo. Bracelet: eBay. Choker: Neon Wild (sold out). 


In Contrast…

I’m on a quest to keep color in my closet as my style changes again. Now of course although my style changes I keep certain things as signature to me. I’ve again been purging, getting rid a lot of thrifted items that are vibrant and full of multicolors. By the way, if you ever are interested in an item I’m wearing, feel free to shoot me an email or comment below! 

I’ve been shopping for autumn attire (yes I know) and although it seems too soon, it’s a great time to get an idea of what you want in your wardrobe for the upcoming season. Anyhoo, one thing that will always be in my favorite styling ideas is contrasting colors and patterns for a bold look. Contrasting colors is always a great way to allow multiple colors to pop and stand out in an outfit. The easiest way to contrast? Black and white with a bright and bold color! 

I did a little more contrasting with my look to grab your attention on not only my clothing but also my accessories. It’s okay to throw in some print. The print in my clutch already has a pattern of contrasting colors so it adds yet another “layer” to my look. My shoes are a bit of a nude without having to be skin tone, a medium gray color. These shoes help to elongate my legs but stand out against my skin at the same time. The statement necklace is the boldness in accessories needed to match extravagance of the cape. Let me know what you guys think! 

Later Cupcakes 💋

Dress: Charlotte Russe, similar. Cape: Boohoo. Shoes: UrbanOg, similar. Necklace: eBay. Clutch: Turquoise Soul Bags (sold out).