Over The Top Glam
Happy Fashion Friday! I felt like getting a little unconventional with my outfit today. Lately I’ve been mixing stripes with flowers, but decided to take it up a notch. Similar to leopard, stripes can be treated like a neutral, and be mixed with various other patterns, usually of the same color scheme. What makes this outfit beyond normal is the two different colors of stripes on stripes. With stripes on stripes, if you stay within the same complementary color scheme, the outfit will not clash. I paired these stripes with a fun tulle t-shirt I found for $12 while thrifting. Stripes on stripes can be a bit risky, but fashion is all about taking risks! What do you think? Would you try to recreate this look? // Tulle t-shirt Skirt (thrift) // // Black White Stripe Pencil Skirt (similar here) // // Chanel Sunnies CH5175 C9003C Womens Black frame with white arms // // ShoeDazzle Nena by Madison Pumps (here) // // Pearls (personal collection) // Reveal Cosmetics Foundation (here) // Photography by: Em Grey Photography I hope everyone is gearing up for a fun, relaxing, and revitalizing weekend! Love, The Ultimate...
On Holiday
Being on vacation calls for a cheery, upbeat, and bold look, which is how this sophisticated chic ensemble was born. The task of packing for vacation can sometimes be a daunting one, trying to anticipate what will be needed. Surely it’s a great time to let your hair down, step out of the box, go for a different look, and maybe even show a little skin. 😉 I decided to create an undeniable edgy look, by pairing Trina Turk pants with a LaROK LUXE top. I’m a sucker for Trina Turk designs and prints. They scream fun and immediately get me into vacation mode. The LaROK LUXE top speaks for itself and can also be worn with jeans or a skirt. It’s sexy without going overboard or being too revealing. Creating this type of look is stylish and comfy, making it perfect for an evening out on the town. Details in this post: Top: LaROK LUXE Silk Pants: Trina Turk Purple sandal: Olina ShoeDazzle Necklace/Earrings: Trina Turk Photography by: Em Grey Photography I hope you enjoy your holiday! Love, The Ultimate Fashionista...
The Heart of the Matter
Let’s talk about Social Good! It’s what’s near and dear to my heart. I believe if every last one of us in the world would adopt some of the practices of organizations and businesses that promote social good, we can change the world to be a better place. I seem to connect better with those who have a sense of social responsibility, and are passionate about change. By volunteering in my local community, and supporting these types of entities, I’m doing my part to make a difference. It’s great to witness businesses and organizations either starting their business model to include more social goods in their strategy or expanding it. That is just totally awesome! My obsession lately is the lovely handmade bangle I purchased from Em Grey of Em Grey Photography, who also happens to be my photographer, and fellow blogger friend. Initially I had never heard of Noonday Collection, I but once Em schooled me I was impressed. Noonday Collection is a business that uses fashion to create meaningful opportunities for artisan entrepreneurs around the world. The bangle I love so much is made in India from bamboo by artisans with special needs. Here’s the link where you can find out more about it and purchase one Noonday Collection Mesh Bangle. How could I go wrong purchasing from such a wonderful business that incorporates fashion and social good? I implement social good by looking for causes that resonate with my personal values, and are deeply meaningful to me. No matter how big or small, if we want to see a difference in the world, we have to...
Recap of the Nora and Nicky’s Fashion Show benefiting the Jamie Kirk Hahn Foundation
My weekend was GRAND! I attended the Nora and Nicky’s Fashion Show in downtown Raleigh, NC on Friday benefiting the Jamie Kirk Hahn Foundation. Nora and Nicky’s is an upscale consignment boutique, founded in 2010, with two local stores in Raleigh. I fell in love with this boutique a few years ago when I discovered it while looking for a high quality store to consign with. Their philosophy reads “We believe in the power of women, community and sustainability. We believe in “Live Local, Think Global.” How cool is that? Nothing makes me happier than businesses that not only care about local communities, but also care about the world. Before the fashion show I knew very little about the Jamie Kirk Hahn Foundation, but once I took some time to research, I knew there was no way I could miss supporting this event because of its mission. The Jamie Kirk Hahn Foundation is focused on creating a network of active, diverse, empowering and motivating emerging leaders and community-based organizations to lift up their communities and work on the issues such as poverty, food justice, hunger, and public education. The network is then equipped to do good in the community. You can learn more here Jamie Kirk Hahn Foundation. I had such a wonderful time meeting new people, shopping and seeing the fashion show. To know it was for a wonderful benefit made it even more special! Be sure to stop by and visit one of the Nora and Nicky’s locations. Whether you consign or not, you will be sure to love the customer service, and find something unique. Love,...
Flower Power
It’s almost the weekend everyone! Are you ready? I know I am! Since we’re talking about the weekend, I wanted to share an outfit that’s perfect for that casual weekend or shopping trip. First off, you will rarely see me in non gym sneaks, but I finally got on the bandwagon a found a pair I really like – well sorta. I found these Sperry’s at a local retail store and couldn’t resist. I have a thang for sequins and sparkle y’all! These are the perfect weekend errand shoe, as they are comfortable, easy to put on, and classy! I wouldn’t have it any other way. Lately I’ve been obsessing over floral print. I absolutely love flowers and I’m so glad the fashion designers are leaving no stone unturned when it comes to prints. These floral leggings are extremely light and comfortable. Just make sure you pair them with a longer shirt or blazer to create a pulled together look. With these, I decided to keep with the fun and pair them with striped top. This look is quick and easy to recreate. I hope you like it. Thanks for stopping by as always! Outfit deets: Blazer: H&M (sold out) Similar here: JCPenney Shirt: Old Leggings: Ross Sequin Sperry’s: (sold out) Similar here: Bandmans Love, The Ultimate...About Me
I remember at a very young age being mesmerized in my mother’s closet, and trying on her clothes which quickly became a hobby. As I grew older I not only enjoyed enhancing my look, but that of others, so the natural fit was to become a Fashion Stylist.
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