Bold Pursuits

Dress: On SALE HERE

Photography by A. Robinson

Sequins items are often reserved for so-called "special" occasions. However, this summer, sequins options were vast in abundance for daytime wear. Fortunately for us, this trend appears to be rolling right on into fall. Sequins toppers, capes, skirts, dresses - even full on suits made standout appearances during NYFW 😍
I scored this beauty at the beginging of summer, but it was a few months before I actually wore it. Imagine my surprise and admitted dismay when I saw that it is now marked down almost 75% of the original price that I paid 😖
Nontheless, I love its vibrant coral hue and frill detail skirt. I can see this styled with a blazer and knee high boots as the temperatures recede. 
Over to you Babes, how do you feel about rocking sequins pieces on "regular" occasions?
Until next time, 
Xx

Signs of Summer

Sunnies: HERE| Top (HERE) & skirt, almost sold out, they may restock soon👀

Purse: Old| Shoes: ZARA, two seasons ago

Dear all,
The official start of summer is less than one month away. I seriously need for the weather to get with the program! I am so ready for insanely hot (no humidity please), sunny days 😍 In the meantime, I will continue to play dress-up in everything that is reminiscent of all of the glory that summer brings - i.e. today's palm print drenched coordinate set topped off with faux fur and pom poms 😏
Until next time,
Xx

cALI cOLD

Hat: Old| Coat: HERE| Silk blouse: Ralph Lauren| Cut off shorts: DIY project| OTK boots: HERE| Clutch: Vintage| Leather gloves: Old, similar HERE

Baby it's COLD outside! Fortunately, I snagged this furry delight just in time - in fact, I plan to LIVE in it for the remainder of winter 😊 LOL! No, but seriously, I'm currently planning a trip to a COLD climate and this furbaby will most certainly be packed in tow! Who says that faux fur can't be just as warm as the real thing?! 
I ❤ the texture of this coat, and the patchwork pattern adds in a dimension of fun. Although, I do wonder why couldn't it have been designed with a collar??? 
Anywho, for its first debut in the real world, I paired it with a black monochrome fit - silk blouse, cut off denim shorts, and OTK boots (recently acquired while on holiday). 
Looking ahead, I can also see this fuzzy thriller paired with practically any pastel color, white, cream, and red - just to name a few...
What furry acquisitions have you made this winter?!
Until next time Babes,
Xx

For the Love of Pink

Earrings: c/o HERE (use code InMyJoi15 for a 15% discount at checkout)| Jacket: c/o ASOS, sold out, another option HERE & HERE 
Dress: Eliza J., Nordstrom| Velvet sandals: TJMAXX, but try HERE & HERE| Lemon wedge clutch: c/o HERE

Today's post is sponsored by 7 Charming Sisters

A monochrome color palette always makes me feel g👀d, I was so siked when I received these gorgeous statement earrings that I decided to create a monochrome outfit around them 😍

As you can see the color palette of the earrings is pink (close to fuschia but not quite), yellow, blue, and white - there was an option in corporate every single color into the look. Instead, I wanted to make my earrings the focal point of the look. Going with monochrome light pink felt just right to me so I took it and ran with it 😊
Who knew that my new suede jacket would be a perfect match to my lace dress and velvet shoes?! I love it when things fall into formation effortlessly!
To tie in a bit of the yellow in the earrings, I added a lemon wedge clutch and hit the door.
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Until next time Babes,
Xx

Silver Lining

Hat: Nordstrom, similair HERE & HERE| Bodysuit:Old, sold out (also worn HERE)| Statement necklace: Nordstrom

Jeans: c/o HERE| Velvet mules: c/o HERE| Purse: Thrifted

As much as I love tossing prints (see recent examples HERE & HERE) along with being drenched in bold tantalizing hues, I also thoroughly appreciate neutral color palettes. My personal style is a mixture, or maybe I should say a combination of a number of style genres. To be 100% transparent, I dress according to my mood, which fluctuates. LOL! I would be bored to no end if I could only delve into one style genre. VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF LIFE!!! I don't like to always look the exact same way style wise 😊

Today's look features a bodysuit that I scored last winter, along with newly acquired distressed denim jeans. Instead of adding in a pop of color (a familiar routine), I added in pops of black by way of a tweed pom hat, leather purse, and velvet shoes. This gave the look textural interest, which is yet another form of variety. This look was perfect for a chill evening, out and about shooting the breeze.

Until next time,

Xx

Orangeburst

Sunnies: c/o HERE| Blouse: c/o HERE| Wood watch: c/o HERE| White denim: NYDJs, similar HERE| Purse: c/o HERE| Sandals:Old

Hey Babes!!! Here we are at the start of yet another week- let's make it a GREAT one!
Today's post is short & sweet 😀 After all, it's a Monday, we're all trying to catch up from the weekend... Plus, don't the pictures speak for themselves?! LOL! 
ORANGE is having a moment again (remember this LOOK), just about everywhere that I've shopped over the past few months seems to have a number of citrus inspired pieces available. 
I love the vibrant starburst hue of this blouse, and how the designer effortlessly added in embroidery w/o it looking odd in the least. Some embroidered clothing looks weird to me... like the embroidery doesn't really go with or compliment the item/design, but was rather just thrown on it for the sake of a trend😔 
This top is different, I like how it is made and styled  + the fiery color. It will be added to my repeat offender list for rotation this summer! 
For its first run out into the real world, I styled it with slim cut white denim jeans, strappy thong sandals, and a matching novelty bag for good measure. 
Until next time,
XO

Picnic in Style with ASOS

Sunnies: HERE| Dress: c/o HERE,plus size + misses,HERE | Wood bead necklace: TJMAXX
Wood watch: c/o HERE| Straw Bag: Vintage picnic basket| Shoes: Similar HERE

I was so excited when the team at ASOS reached out to me to select a few of my summer favorites from their CURVE line!!! I’ll be the first to admit- initially- I almost lost my mind- THERE ARE SO MANY GREAT OPTIONS! 😍 Finally, I simmered down, contained my excitement, and selected my top picks… 
Next I resumed a session with the waiting game. I boiled over in anticipation for my new ASOS Curve pieces, I felt like I was a child who knew that a special outing was planned for me but I didn’t know on what day it would be-LOL!!!! To put the icing on the cake, the team had me feeling like a total MVP when my selections arrived in-person by human courier versus a traditional courier like USPS, UPS, FedEX, etc.,.
Now let’s dive into my 1st selection: A vibrant print tent dress - simply perfect for an afternoon picnic!
Let's face it, scorching summer days are on the way, ready or not. Staying cool outdoors in what feels like a perpetual sauna can be a challenge to say the least. We want to be comfortable, cool, and cute 😁😁😁 An easy breezy tent dress is just what the doctor ordered! This dress is 100% cotton, flows like a dream, plus packs a killer print! Note: The curve sizing is generous, if you'd like a closer fit by all means size down.
I styled it with an equally standout wooden necklace, natural colored sandals, and a straw bag. My straw bag is actually a vintage picnic basket that I scored as a home décor piece years ago. Having fun with fashion means thinking outside of the box! Rather than spend $100+ on acquiring a new straw purse this size/shape, I opted to make the best of what I already had 😏 I’m ready for a picnic Babes, who's with me?!
Until next time,
XO

Frills by Fringe

Sunnies: c/o HERE| Bodysuit: HERE| Fringe denim: c/o HERE| Gold leather booties: HERE| Handbag: HERE

Sometimes the best way to tackle a trend is in pairs. Take for instance this frill loving bodysuit. I bought it at the beginning of the year (still available HERE) but held off on wearing it until I had something optimally suited to pair it with. I tried it on with several pieces in my wardrobe, but for some reason or another they ended up being a no-go 👀

When I acquired this fringed pair of jeans (HERE) I felt like I finally had the perfect partner for this topper! Black and denim are commonly worn together, but that’s not what sealed the deal for me.

Can we talk visual balance for a moment? Visual balance is often discussed regarding interior/exterior decorating, but not as much when it comes to getting dressed. I am a fan of balance, even when it comes to my clothes. Since this bodysuit packs volume on the top, I liked the proportional balance added by the fit and frayed edge of my jeans (these are super high-waisted BTW).

To seal the deal, I added in a few touches of glam with a gold skinny belt and gold booties. Oh yeah, plus my KS bag which has been on repeat as of late (see my Instagram post HERE). Pause: I have to tell you about these booties! They are by far the most comfortable pair I have ever owned!!! The leather is soft and breathable, the heel height is low, and the width around the toe area is perfection. Literally they feel like I barely have any shoes on – I wish they had them in more colors b/c I would buy them all!

That’s it for now Babes, until next time!

XO