What To Wear: Chic Tomboys

I don’t know if its because I don’t go out much anymore or if I am reverting back to my old tomboyish ways, but all I want is to be cute and comfortable nowadays. I am so tired of wearing shoes that hurt my feet just to look the part. So I have traded my high heels for these Nike dunks…Love them! Due to the wedge, I feel like a have a little more height (even though I’m 5’7) but not enough to have my feet screaming at the end of the day. Winning… 

{Varsity Jacket – Forever 21. Scarf – Asos. Top – Nordstrom. Jeans – Nordstrom BP. Belt, Bag and Watch – Michael Kors. Bracelets – Pandora. Shoes – Nike Dunks. Nails – Zoya’s Ali.}

 

I hope everyone has a great week and a Happy New Year!! xx

Spikes & Thangs…

I’ve been looking for a cute military chic jacket for quite some time now and although I was supposed to be shopping for a dress to wear to graduation yesterday, I stumbled upon this. I had seen it online on Forever 21’s website (available here) and I have been contemplating whether or not I should buy it. I was hesitant to purchase it online because I wasn’t sure about which size to get, and I was a bit leery of the price point. However, when I saw it in the store yesterday I had to have it. I was thinking that this would be super cute for the fall, but since Summer is still playing hide and seek here in Maryland, I just might get some wear out of it this month.

For some odd reason I am absolutely obsessed with spikes and studs. Do you guys remembered when I purchased this Rebecca Minkoff Wallet on a Chain last summer? Yup, I am still loving it! I usually only carry it when I am going out and want to be hands-free, but it is still want of my favorite pieces in my accessory closet. Who doesn’t love a cute, lightweight crossbody!?

This one is no longer available but Rebecca Minkoff has come out with a number of crossbody bags that are really similar. I see that many designers have caught on to this trend and now you can find spikes or studs on practically everything! Shoes, handbags, hats, jewelry, and even iphone cases. This spike trend is getting out of hand but I have to admit, I am loving it!

I hope you all enjoyed this post. Talk to you soon…Be blessed! xx…Kel

Merry Christmas/OOTD

I just wanted to wish you all very Blessed and Merry Christmas!! I hope you all enjoy spending quality time with your loved ones today!! I will be heading over to my parents’ house in a few, but I wanted to show you all my outfit for today:

Blazer - Nordies BP, Sequined Tank - F21, Black Skinnies - Nordies BP, Scarf - Asos, Belt - Michael Kors, Boots - Steve Madden

Timepiece - Michael Kors, Sephora Polish - Traffic Stopper Copper, Misa Nail Polish - Whimsical Wish, Perfume - Gucci Guilty, Earrings - 4NXChange

Leopard Wasted!!

I have somewhat of an obsession with leopard right now…It began, as you guys saw, with a belt and a scarf and now I’ve moved on to tops and sweaters. Side Note: I also just ordered a leopard envelope clutch from Asos. I’ve been trying to pick up things here and there for the fall season and I stumbled upon these tops in Forever 21:

$22.80

$22.80

About $15 (I can't remember the price...Lol)

Under normal circumstances I do not buy sequin tops. However, this first top was calling my name. It only has sequins on the front of the top and I figured that it would look great with a chic blazer.

The second top is a 3/4 length sweater with cuffed sleeves. It almost looks like a blazer and can probably be worn with any solid colored top.

The third top I’ve worn several times already. It is so comfortable and can be dressed up with dress pants or down with ripped jeans. It has a biased hem so the front is up higher than the back and I love it!

Happy Shopping! XOXO

Quick Post: Nails of the Day

I am becoming quite fond of Forever 21’s Love and Beauty nail polishes…I’ve been wanting to try a baby blue shade, but the creamy baby blues look a little odd on my skin so I thought I would try this one instead. It’s a light blue with gold shimmers in it…Not really a fall color but it brightens my gloomy days!!

Love and Beauty: Light Aqua

Scarves, Scarves and More Scarves…

In my favorite Nordstrom Scarf

During my fall shopping spree (yeah right!) I picked up a few scarves that I am loving!! Both Forever 21 and H&M had some great ones in stock, but I was good and only purchased two. Check them out below:

From H&M...Just can't seem to stay away from leopard print!

From Forever 21

June – July Beauty Haul/Favorites

I’m not going to list all of the beauty products I’ve purchased over the past 2 months, but I will list the ones I think are noteworthy. Let’s start with the make-up…

Make-Up:

Urban Decay Naked Palette – I’ve been wanting this palette for quite some time. It has very nuetral colors that work well for me since I don’t wear bright colors on my eyes. It comes with an eyeshadow brush and a small bottle of Urban Decay Primer Potion. Great for brown smokey eye looks. (Sephora, $48)

Revlon Colorstay Liquid Eyeliner Pen – I love this eyeliner. It goes on very smooth and is quite easy to use. I have oily lids, and with many other eyeliners, if I don’t have on eyeshadow my eyeliner transfers onto my upper lid, which looks terrible. This eyeliner doesn’t do that at all. Loves it! (Target, About $7)

Maybelline Falsies Flared – I would def say that this mascara is comparable to many department store mascaras (i.e. YSL Faux Cils, which I’ve previously blogged about). This mascara elongates my lashes and gives me a lot of volume without clumping. (Target About $6)

Nail Polish:

 

Here is the list of the nail polish from left to right:

1. China Glaze – Fairy Dust (Sally’s, About $3.99)
2. Revlon – Pink Chiffon (Target, About $3.75)
3. China Glaze – Flip Flop Fantasy (Sally’s, About $3.99)
4.  Forever 21’s Love and Beauty – Light Aqua (Forever 21, $2.80)
5. Forever 21’s Love and Beauty – Pink (Forever 21, $2.80)
6. Forever 21’s Love and Beauty – Periwinkle (Forever 21, $2.80)

Style Icon Alert: June Ambrose

The infamous stylist, June Ambrose, specializes in being effortlessly fab and I am loving it!!! I am always curious to see what she will be rocking with her signature red matte lipstick, unique turbans, and chic sunglasses. Her accessories are always on point. She doesn’t seem to be big on earrings as she is always wearing studs. Necklaces, bracelets, and timepieces seem to be her jewelry of choice. When she isn’t rocking a turban, her tresses are usually in long, black, loose spiral curls.

Although her style can be a little over the top at times, she knows when to tone it down. It is obvious that she doesn’t shy away from statement pieces, but she believes that women should have wearable pieces in their closets that include things that they really admire…things that are timeless and classic.

If you’ve been craving her signature turban look I am excited to inform you that she has come out with her own line of turbans.  Check it out at http://juneambrose.bigcartel.com/. Don’t get it twisted though…these turbans do not come cheap!

Check out some of her looks below:

Images: Zimbio, Fashionbombdaily, and Essence.

Accessories Haul: Earrings, Scarves, Bangles and More

Okay, I know it seems like I have hauls quite frequently but I promise you that I don’t shop as much as you think (#she said with her fingers crossed behind my back). Anywhoo, here are some fabulous finds I’ve discovered…I’ll show you the earrings first and everything else will follow! Enjoy!

EARRINGS:

Earrings from Asos.com, $22

Close up of the flower detail

4NXChange Earrings, $7

4NXChange Earrings, $9

Earrings from Temptation, $11

4NXChange Earrings, $9

Earrings from Temptation, $6

BRACELETS:

Bangles from Nordstrom (BP), $12

Bracelets from Charming Charlie, About $8

SCARVES:

Leopard Print Scarf from Nordstrom, $20

Asos Leopard Print Infinity Scarf, $27

NECKLACES:

Multi Chain Necklace from Forever 21, About $7

Twisted Pearl Necklace from Forever 21, About $7

RING:

Adjustable Ring from Charming Charlie, $5

BELT:

Michael Kors Leopard Print Belt from Off Saks 5th Ave., $21

I hope you guys can take something from this post! Email me if you should have any questions (clutchez@gmail.com)!! Smooches!!! XOXO

BTW, I just recently purchased a new Fuji Film Finepix T190 14 MP camera. Please let me know what you think about the quality of the pictures I’ve posted. I only have until Tuesday to decide if I want to keep it!!