tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85202600783154516872024-03-05T07:36:19.528-05:00The Fab ChickUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger615125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-47850663260249193702012-09-04T09:30:00.000-04:002012-09-21T20:27:13.394-04:00SHOP THIS | Fall Denim TrendsI'm such a jeans and t-shirt kind of girl, so naturally I'm loving all the denim trends this fall--rich colors, fun prints, and intriguing textures. So as I begin to up the ante on my denim collection, so far my fall denim palette is looking a little like this:
Current Elliot, JBrand, 7 For All Mankind, Joe Jeans Leopard, JBrand, Rag&Bone
Isabel Marant
Target
And since I can never get Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-24750674322163608412012-08-30T09:00:00.000-04:002012-08-30T09:00:01.522-04:00CURRENTLY | My Latest Hair Obsession...Can I just share with you all my latest obsession with Project Runway Season 10 Sonjia Williams' blue hair? Besides the fact that I am really missing my super short 'do, lately I've been craving to do something out-of-the-norm for me--I'm thinking dying my hair blue would fit right into that "something new" category. Now if only I could strike up the nerve to actually do it. See, I've never Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-73861682459859929732012-08-27T09:30:00.000-04:002012-08-27T09:30:01.097-04:00CURRENTLY | Still Loving Ash Sneakers!After obsessing and purchasing these Ash's Bea suede kicks last fall season, I'm still loving them. And while many have gotten in on the trend most popularized by the Isabel Marant Bekket high top wedge, I'd have to say that for me, Ash's wedged version is a great budget-friendly alternative to the French design without loosing the quality I look for in all my footwear. And seriously,Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-19522165998444067032012-08-27T09:10:00.000-04:002012-08-27T09:10:00.554-04:00FALL 2012 | It's time to fall in line... Now that the transition into fall is in full swing, it's time to fall in line. To get the season started, here are a few trends I'm considering as my must-haves. Stay tuned for more...
Leather: For me, leather is that one texture that has a way of making you feel strong, edgy, sleek, polish and glam all at the same time. Besides being one of my favorite textiles of all time, leather makes it Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-87298737581464624602012-08-27T09:05:00.000-04:002012-08-27T09:05:00.192-04:00BEAUTY ARSENAL | Coloring My World With MaybellineGuess who will be coloring their world with Maybelline's Great Lash Limited Edition colored mascara? Yup, me of course. Ever since I found out about the colorful limited release, I've been on a serious hunt, stalking every drug store and mass retailer I come to pass. With no luck, I've even put friends on the mission. But just when I was about to give up, there they were, right in front ofUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-31224168811042007542012-08-16T09:45:00.000-04:002012-08-16T09:45:00.302-04:00ON MY RADAR | Red, Red, Wine For Fall As someone who's not usually attracted to red shades, I'm finding myself really loving the richness of deep reds this fall season. There's just something quiet enticing about the intense color that's very reminiscent of the broad spectrum of different red wines. Having already purchased one item for the season in this color, I predict I'll totally be locked and loaded in wine cellar Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-73069459464771370032012-08-16T09:30:00.000-04:002012-08-16T09:30:00.602-04:00LIFE | Shopping In My 'HoodWhat happens when I step outside my comfort zone and explore my neighborhood—I stumble upon all kinds of little shopping treasures. Who knew that just 2 miles north of my door step laid a shopping oasis filled with a few of my favorite contemporary designer brands, and all without having to trek to the mall. (Ohhhhhh the agita –as my Italian neighbor would put it.) As if I really Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-17846311633607577342012-08-13T09:30:00.000-04:002012-08-13T09:30:00.809-04:00SEPTEMBER ISSUE | My Look Inside Marie ClaireBy now we’re all face deep into the September issues of our beloved fashion magazines, perusing through pages of editorials. What went down the runways during last fashion week is now coming to life—to a store, and hopefully a closet near you. It’s the single most important representation letting us know that fall is indeed very near.
Marie Claire's editor-in-chief, Joanna Cole, put it best:Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-89537348445134664482012-08-10T11:30:00.000-04:002012-08-10T11:30:00.241-04:00GIVEAWAY | And the WINNERS Are!!Thank you to all who entered the below two giveaways. Winners were choosen at random. Please email me with shipping information by Tuesday, August 14th to recieve your items.
Socialitedreams, you have won the LA Space NY 'I'm A Marilyn' Tank!!! Please email me with your shipping info to claim you item!
The Seventh District you have won a tube of Lisi Cosmetics lipstick in 'Fierce'!!! Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-73040497910332084202012-08-10T11:15:00.000-04:002012-08-10T11:25:08.515-04:00SHOP THIS | Joe Fresh Wax Jeans
Since hitting US territory, I've been a little short of obsessed with Joe Fresh and their basic offerings. And now that they have wax denim for $49--who wouldn't want to embrace the slick trend on a budget? As a fan of wax coated jeans, it looks like I need to find myself in-store now.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-89189059998017837612012-08-08T11:19:00.000-04:002012-08-08T11:19:20.820-04:00GOTTA LOVE HER | Solange For Madewell's Fall 2012 Shoot
One, I love Madewell. Two, I love Solange. So naturally I would love the partnering up with two of my favorite entities. The perfect marriage? I'd say yes. As we continue to love Solange for her fearless approach to fashion and ability to mix prints like no other, check out Madewell's behind-the-scenes video of their fall campaign with the style maven. Am I the only one ready toUnknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-24760801320185616642012-08-03T17:31:00.001-04:002012-08-03T17:31:35.737-04:00ON MY RADAR | Add Some Leather Pep-lum to Your Step
Why wouldn't I want to add a little pep to my step with a leather peplum top? Serving as the perfect juxtaposition between soft and hard, this leather silhouette delivers a healthy dose of edge and femininity in one shot. So as I join the rest of the fashion obsessed world with a love affair of peplums, I'll take mine in leather please. *Shop for the above: CÖ Vegan Leather Peplum Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-58728578544311305662012-08-02T14:25:00.000-04:002012-08-02T14:25:56.364-04:00INSTA INSPO | In the spirit of the Olympic -- She's A WinnerWho cares what this Olympic champion's hair looks like, Gabby Douglas is a WINNER--an Olympic Champion making history as the first black woman to win gold in the all-around competition. To think her hair is a topic up for discussion when she's busy racking up gold medals in a sport many of us couldn't even think to do. I can remember my short stint as a gymnast like it was Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-58541096678666169682012-08-02T13:29:00.001-04:002012-08-02T13:44:53.411-04:00BEAUTY ARSENAL | Don't Forget To Take Your Face Off! Make-up Of Course!More important than applying the correct foundation color and creating perfectly blended faces is taking it all off every night. Even though it’s easy to fall into lazy mode after a long day, not removing the grit and grime that can be found on your skin should not be an option. Other than ruining your sheets, going to bed with your makeup on is a surefire way to wreak havoc on your skin. But Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-26033795471930958642012-07-31T09:00:00.000-04:002012-07-31T09:00:10.986-04:00THE CHIC GUIDE | Double Your Print Pleasure Like Solange
Not only is Fab Chick Solange a mix master on the 1's and 2's, but "her daring ability to mix and match prints strategically for a fashionable mash-up is the perfect reason she’s a great style maven to draw inspiration." Get into a few tips and ways to double your print pleasure effortlessly like Solange does over on this week's Uptown Magazine's The Chic Guide here.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-90827108169621929712012-07-30T16:30:00.000-04:002012-07-30T23:18:33.251-04:00GIVEAWAY!!! | LA Space NY "I'm A Marilyn Tee"
Last week’s weekly installment of The Chic Guide over on Uptown Magazine featured an array of graphic t-shirts—perfect for a simple summertime casual chic look. And as promised, I will be giving away one of those very t-shirts featured to one of you lucky readers!! If you’re a jeans and t-shirt kind of girl like myself, or simply love the ease of simple t-shirt, you’ll love adding this LaUnknownnoreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-60804077912822933622012-07-27T09:00:00.000-04:002012-08-02T01:07:45.577-04:00OUT & ABOUT | Lisi Cosmetics Digital Launch + A bonus
There’s nothing like discovering a new way to maintain your fab-ness while remaining on a budget. And thanks to Christina of LoveBrownSugar hosting the Lisi Cosmetics’ Digital Launch, I got the pleasure of familiarizing myself with the ‘Affordable High-end Brand’. Ok I’m seriously in love! If you’re in the NYC area, you might want to check out their flagship location on Broadway and Astor Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-45877068975647329762012-07-27T08:30:00.000-04:002012-07-27T08:30:00.765-04:00CHECK IT OUT | The Chic Guide : Graphic Tees
Head over to Uptown Magazine to check out this week's The Chic Guide. It's all about adding a little graphic tee to your chic for those days when your looks is craving the ease of a simple t-shirt. Stay tuned for a chance to win one of the options featured in the guide next week. In the meantime check out the selection here.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-25854055815091535662012-07-25T09:00:00.000-04:002012-07-26T23:44:57.960-04:00INSTA-INSPO | Just a few words...There are so many things in life that can bring your down and break your spirit. But thanks to inspiration and motivation floating all around--in this case on Instagram, broken spirits can be mended with just few positive words. Here are a few I've liked on Instagram for a little Insta-inspo.
Instagramers (L to R):
-rojamesix-
-fashionbombdaily-
-theblackyogi-
-juneambrose-Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-12334744610005596192012-07-24T09:15:00.000-04:002012-07-24T09:15:00.632-04:00SHOPPING LIST | These 6 "simple" things...
1. 3.1 PHILLIP LIM - Textured-leather skirt
2. VIVIENNE WESTWOOD - Andromeda neppy sweater
3. ALICE AND OLIVIA - Dina Cheetah Heel
4. MADEWELL - Silk Tap Shorts
5. J.CREW - Denim Vest
6. TOPSHOP - Love Hope BraceletUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-19413407536397178032012-07-24T09:00:00.000-04:002012-07-24T09:48:32.821-04:00MY LIFE | Vacation Recap #mishainjamaicaIt’s been a few years since I’ve gone on a proper vacation. For me, vacation has only meant paid time off, catching up on reality TV and just vegging out—of course shopping would have to be stirred into that mix. Although I love those moments, for me that’s not a real vacation.
The thing is, I made this promise to myself way back when that I would venture out, explore and experience all that Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-87918073984207559002012-07-12T12:44:00.000-04:002012-07-18T13:17:35.031-04:00MY LIFE | Currently Away...
Hellshire Beach, Jamaica
Sometimes life calls for you to just get away, regroup and get back to your regularly scheduled program refreshed and recharged--currently I'm doing just that! Stay tuned for more...Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-87811897203484957042012-07-12T12:03:00.001-04:002012-07-12T12:03:59.451-04:00MY BEAUTY STASH | Staying Fab In JamaicaAlthough I know how to pack light for a quick summer getaway, the thought of being restricted to living out of a small carry-on and leaving something I'll need behind gives me anxiety. But making sure I have a few of my favorite things makes living away from home a bit easier. Here are a FEW of my favorite things I've packed for my Jamaican getaway.
Evian Mineral Water Facial Spray
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-34347866283490484922012-07-03T16:18:00.000-04:002012-07-03T16:18:51.024-04:00INDEPENDENCE | The Patriot ActIn celebration of July 4th, Independence Day, I'm loving...
Current Elliot Stiletto star-print skinnys via @barneysnyoffical instagram
Seeing Stars - Lennon Sweater
Nars Cosmetics - Nail Polish
Rockstar Flag Pocket Short
Mali Romeo - Stars Marina EmRo Crop Top
Equipment - Sheer Striped Blouse
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520260078315451687.post-6667028415841334612012-07-02T14:08:00.000-04:002012-07-02T14:16:31.651-04:00LAST NIGHT | BET 2012 Awards...My Thoughts & Best Dressed
Very rarely do I ever sit through an entire BET Awards show, but somehow this year I watched it in it entirety. While I can't say I thoroughly enjoyed it, there were defintely moments I felt greatly entertained, surprisingly. Besides the electric opening of Kanye and GOOD music with "Mercy", the ressurection of D 'Angelo's career (oh how I remember hearing "How Does It Feel" for the first time)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0