For the Grey of It

Sunnies: Old | Romper: c/o HERE| Straw bag: MARSHALLS| Gingham sandals: c/o HERE

PSA: I plan to LIVE in shorts all summer long! Is it summer yet?👀

If there's one thing that I came to appreciate more fully after I started blogging my personal style: MY LEGS! 

When I was down south last month one of my cousins told me my legs were juicy, I readily agreed with her 😁
Yes, my legs have come to be one of my favorite physical attributes, it's only right that I create space for them to shine! 

Until next time,
Xx

Subtle Blooms

Sunnies: HERE & HERE| Earrings: J. Crew, sold out| Duster: c/o HERE
Shorts: c/o HERE| Tank top: Old| Mules: Old

Floral prints will always have a place in my wardrobe. If I were to do an actual poll (I'm afraid to), floral prints probably top striped prints in my current repertoire of clothing. Bold florals, dark florals, pastel florals - whatever type of florals there are - I happily take them ❤
When I spotted this set (sold separately) on TORRID's site, I knew I had to have it. When it arrived in the mail - I was enamored at first sight.
Not only does it boast a gorgeous soft floral print, it is made of a fine rayon material and feels wonderfully cool and airy to wear during hot weather. The shorts are lightly lined, which is nice, as they would be almost totally sheer w/o the lining.
I resisted my initial urge to style this set with red (similar to the look HERE), instead I stayed within the same color palette by way of cream and yellow (although I did wear my favorite red lip stain). 
Until next time Loves,
Xx

Beach Please | Part 1

Bikini top: c/o HERE| Bikini bottom: c/o HERE
Sunnies: Old| Earrings: BaubleBar| Lippie: 01 lip stain by Sephora

Is it okay to crush on yourself sometimes?😍 When I went through the photos taken from a recent outing at the beach, I was thinking to myself,
'Girl, you aren't doing too bad '! 😅😅😅 
I've had a full figure my entire adult life. I embrace it. 
This does not mean:
I don't make a concerted effort to make health conscious decisions when it comes to what I eat or whether or not to engage in physical exercise. 
It means:
I don't loathe my body. 
I try to fully appreciate and focus on the many wonderful things about my body (type/color/and size) and how full functionality of it allows me to enjoy my life.  
With that said, it has been several years since I shot a swimsuit look for the blog (recently I've shared occasional shots in swimwear while on vacation on Instagram). Why? Honestly, I had to think about the answer to that question. After a bit of thought, I realized that there were several contributing factors, all of them past tense, none of which I'll bore you with, at least not today! LOL! 
Besides, isn't it clear that my upper thighs were in serious need of a tan?! 😉
This two piece leopard print bikini is a winner for those of us endowed with ample curves! I was a bit worried that the bikini top would not properly support my girls - I was wrong! The cup measurements are a perfect match to my frame (I ordered size 14). Not only that, the halter tie made it easy to adjust the extent of support provided. The high waist bikini bottom is also a great fit (size 14), it is not too tight or too loose.
I opted to style the set with a headwrap because I didn't fancy windswept, frizzed out, monster-size hair- LOL! 
Stay tuned to the blog for more looks that I shot at the beach!
Until next time,
Xx

The Rainbow Hour

White tee: Old | Skirt: HERE (sizes xxs-4x)| Embellished sandals: ZARA, old

Rainbow skirts are back in full effect for summer 2018, in fact, I have my eye on a few newbies to build up my virtually nonexistent collection (HERE & HERE). In the interim, I pulled out my only rainbow themed midi skirt, originally purchased last year. Imagine my surprise when I realized that the brand brought it back for another spin this summer! You can shop it HERE.
This skirt has FUN written all over it, I just love its vibrant colors! Initially I was planning to pair it with purple, but at the last minute I changed my mind and opted for a simple white tee instead. 
Meanwhile, I had no idea that my pom-loving sandals were a perfect match! However that did not detract from the thrill that I felt when I put it all together 😁
Over to you Babes- how do you feel about the rainbow hour?
Until next time,
Xx

Anything But Basic

Sunnies: OLD| Jumpsuit: c/o HERE & HERE | Bangles: Sweden & Kenya

Psssttttt, PSA: You can't go wrong with a classic jumpsuit! 
The one featured in today's blog post is a perfect example of how to update a basic style with modern features. Adding an off the shoulder topper takes an otherwise basic jumpsuit up several notches - I am HERE for it! This is why I l❤ve Eliza J., they get it right!!!! I've been shopping this brand for at least a decade...perhaps longer... My current closet inventory is a true testimonial to how much I adore their dresses 👀 Normally I shop EJ while perusing at Nordstrom, in-store, however the brand is also sold at a number of major retail stores online.
I wanted to add a splash of color to this classic ensemble, so I grouped a stack of bracelets that I have accumulated over the years on international travel. They go so well together, they almost look as if they were purchased in a set 😊
Don't you just love it when good things come together?
Until next time,
Xx

Hot & Cold

Coat: c/o HERE| Jumpsuit: c/o HERE + shop plus sizes HERE| Purse: Coach

What's hot one day and cold the next? SPRING!!! 😎😎😎I can't keep up with what the weather will be from one day to the next...I have to check it every single morning so that I know what to wear! Is it summer yet - asking for a friend, LOL! At least during summer the weather is generally consistent...albeit consistently hot...
Moving on to today's look: On a gusty day I opted to rock a print toss in one of my favorite color duos, black & white. Is there ever a time when black & white does not go well together? I mean seriously - can anyone list even one instance? I'll wait.
I ❤ wearing black and white together- see previous blog posts HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE and the list goes on. It felt absolutely logical to pair a fun animal print jumpsuit with a fabulous floral trench coat. Sidebar: Both pieces feature a hint of gray, which compliments black & white quite nicely. To keep the theme going, I added silver rimmed sunglasses, silver hoops, and a leather purse with grey hardware.
I'm looking forward to styling both of these pieces again - as I would LOVE to wear this coat as a dress 👀
Until next time,
Xx

Pastel Floral Playsuit

Sunnies: ALDO| Playsuit: c/o HERE (shirt available HERE)| Boots: Guess| Faux fur purse: Old, another option HERE

I recently wore this floral playsuit to a local product launch. 
One of the great things that I appreciate about being a style blogger: I am never short on things to wear when events pop up... 
It was a bit chilly on this particular day, I layered a tweed jacket over the romper as the material is very lightweight (total ideal for warmer weather). In addition to the beautiful floral print, I especially like the ruffled details around the shoulders and upper arms. 
Now, about what I didn't like: Something about the fit was off. I felt like the elastic around the waist fell in an odd place on my body. Also, the crotch inseam was a bit off, it was long, but somehow it would bunch up here and there...I'm thinking these issues may be a direct result of me having a short torso. 
Until next time Babes,
Xx

Denim for Days

Sunnies: HERE| OTS chambray top: c/o HERE (runs large)| Tencel maxi skirt: c/o HERE
Pom embellished straw bag: Marshalls, cute options HERE, HERE , HERE| Metallic pink sandals: TopShop

The month of April has literally flown right on by - I cannot believe that we are just one day shy of entering into May 2018! Chapter 4, AKA April was one choked with highs and lows. Nonetheless, I feel quite resilient and optimistic about the months ahead! I try remember whenever I am going through a blue leg of the journey: No storm lasts forever; Every storm has an ending 😉
Since I've been in a blue/blah mood, it's totally fitting that I should turn to denim for comfort right?! LOL! Seriously, you just cannot go wrong with denim. This off the shoulder top is actually a thinner variation of denim, often referred to as chambray and the material of the skirt is called tencel. I like that both pieces are not as dense as regular denim, therefore making them ideal for spring and summer weather. Babes denim skirts are making a comeback - and I am HERE for it!
Until next time,
Xx

Premme | Styled 3 Ways

Look 1 Top: Scarf, thrifted| Suit: HERE| Blue satin shoes: HERE

Look 2 Earrings: HERE| Red blouse: Old| Suit: HERE| Red suede sandals: Jeffrey Campbell

Look 3 Earrings: ALDO| Black silk blouse: c/o HERE| Suit: HERE| Pink satin mules: HERE

Hey Babe,

I hope you enjoyed a fantastic weekend! I indulged in 'me time' to the fullest, and even managed to get in a few shots of a newbie to my wardrobe, a pale pink suit from Premme! 

When I spotted this suit online earlier this month, something about it spoke to me. It said: "Purchase me!" 😁😁😁 I was a bit iffy about which size to order, you just never know how sizes will run when you try out a brand for the very first time. I went with a size "1", as I wanted a more relaxed fit - and wouldn't you know, I was right on! 

This suit is very well made, the fabric is soft (trousers are unlined), and it is a delightful shade of pink. The biggest shocker: It has real pockets! Not only on the trousers but also on the pants!!! Seeing that I am a lover of pockets (especially functional ones), this feature is a win/win in my book- whoo hoo! For starters I styled it 3 ways, with the following themes in mind:

* What not to wear to the office
* Boss Babe
* Semi-formal night

Which one is your favorite? Meanwhile, I haven't quite decided...

Until next time,

Xx

The Shoulder Show

Dress: c/o Gwynnie Bee - you can purchase it HERE| Sunnies: HERE| Necklace: J. Crew, sold out| Purse: Vintage, thrifted| Leopard Sandals: Old

Happy Friday Babes!!! Today's post features a stunning,RED, knit, off the shoulder dress, teaming with frills, ribbed details, and scalloped edges.... Can we just call it FUN for short?! I live for FUN clothes 😍 They rank highly - as in neck and neck -with pieces that I categorize as providing a serious happiness factor (read more about that HERE). I snagged this beauty per a recent shipment from Gwynnie Bee (learn more about them HERE + get a free trial offer) when I took it out of the box the very first things that I noticed was its intense red hue. Ladies, you cannot go wrong with a GOOD red piece! 
I subscribe to the philosophy: When in doubt, go with RED...
Until next time,
Xx