23 May

Posted at 06:00h in How To, Style Guide by
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Style Guide: Transform Your Look from Day to Night in 10 Minutes or Less
Have you ever gone to work and then your friends ask you out for happy hour but you have no time to go home and change? Or maybe your honey surprised you with a last minute date night and your clothes are less than glam? Well, have no fear because there are tricks to help you use your work or casual wear and transform them into stylish outfits for any night on the town. A quick change here, addition of accessories there and a bit of makeup are all you need. Here are 3 ways to transform your look from day to night, in just five minutes or less.

23 May

Posted at 04:00h in Deals & Steals, DIY, Fab Under $50, Thrift by
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5 Shopping Apps You Should Download ASAP {my weekly Cheap & Chic column for ebony.com} Tips for Shopping Vintage Jewelry {Miss Kris} 17 Fabulously Easy DIY Beach Coverups {Buzzfeed Style} Beauty Splurge vs. Steal of the Week: YSL Touche Eclat {The Budget Babe} 5 Incredible IKEA Hacks {The Cottage Market} DIY Rope and Neon Coasters {Cupcakes and Cashmere} 10 Easy-to-Find Secondhand Staples {Apartment Therapy}...

22 May

Posted at 06:00h in shopping, Thrift, Thrifty Threads 365 by
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Thrifty Threads 365 is a fashion challenge where I will only thrift shop for an entire year. I’ll show you how it’s easy and wallet friendly to satisfy your style needs with secondhand finds. For full details, check the original post here.
Thrifty Threads 365: Maxi Dress and Crop Top ComboThere's something so effortless about a maxi dress. It's a simple one piece, but the floor grazing effect has a regal feel to it. And a maxi is my go-to piece when I'm in a rush, traveling or just don't feel like getting dressed.
I've had this super soft cotton maxi dress for at least five years {purchased from Strawberry for less than $15!} and it's seriously on its last leg, but I can't seem to let it go. To add a different feel to it, I layered a vintage cut off t-shirt over it.

21 May

Posted at 06:00h in Cubicle Chic, Fab Under $50, shopping, Style Guide by
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Cubicle Chic: What to Wear When You're Running Late

Some mornings are harder than others. Your alarm didn't go off or you hit snooze too many times. You have to get up extra early for a meeting. It’s Monday. You know those mornings; when the last thing you want to do is search through your closet for something cute to wear to work. Luckily your style doesn't have to suffer just because you're pressed for time. All you need are go-to threads that will have you polished, professional and out the door in no time. Check out three quick, go-to outfits when you're running low on time.

20 May

Posted at 05:00h in Fab Under $50, Style Guide, Travel by
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5 Ways to Jet Set in Style

Vacation season is upon us and whether you’re headed for a weekend getaway or a Caribbean cruise, staying comfy and chic is a challenge when deciding what to wear while traveling. Luckily, you don't have to sacrifice your style just because you're on the go. From comfortable maxis to the perfect layering pieces and easy accessories, here are the clothes you need to jet set in style. It's time to ditch the sweats and flip flops!