Turtleneck Weather

I don't know about you, but here in Philadelphia, it's been freezing cold! So cold that it feels like your bones are rattling! In this weather, layering is key to beat the hum drum of the wind chills. One of my favorite pieces to wear in the winter is definitely a turtleneck. Being able to cover up every inch of exposed skin usually helps me get over this wintery weather! 

Besides wearing turtlenecks, I'm all about great outerwear. This one for example is one of my favorites, it reminds me of a Helmut Lang jacket with it's asymmetrical hemline and unbalanced structure. The best thing about it, is that it does not come with a Helmut Lang price tag! You can find this great wardrobe staple at Kembrel. It looks great with everything, believe me, it's not easy to find a coat that works with 90% of your wardrobe!

Coat C/O: Kembrel, turtleneck: Stylemint, pants and gloves: Club Monaco, belt: J.Crew, necklace: Anthropologie, pumps: Schutz

Brave the weather in fashion! What do you do to stay warm this winter, readers? What do you think of this coat from Kembrel?

Layered With Love

Is it strange that I'm more keen on wearing skirts and shorts during the fall season rather than the summer months? I just love the looks of skirts with tall socks, shorts with duster cardigans and knee high boots. Layering is the key word for fall and part of what makes fall fashion so much fun! I've put together two looks that would rock any fall season event! With these looks I really pulled for the more feminine side of myself!

This is such a summer skirt, but what fun is fashion if you don't try wearing it in your own unique ways?! This look is all about layering the paisley patterns, the graphic and the textural paisley. 

Photos by Drake Murray, Model: Adrea Mcneish

Layering black pieces together can be tricky, but with the right pieces you can execute it with perfect precision! If done wrong, one can look like an extra from 'Queen of The Damned.' The black maxi skirt paired with the black peplum top make for a great faux dress! The leopard print top and booties elevate the ensemble by giving it more of an unexpected edge. The fishbone necklace is a great contrast with the leopard! 

So readers, how do you like to layer your fall looks? Do you transition some of your summer pieces into the mix as well?

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                                                                                                                           Jacqui

Fashion Show Recap

This past Saturday, 7.21.12, I was styling and helping out for yet another fashion show with Caramente Clothing. It was filled with joy, anticipation, excitement and tears. Yes, tears! Well that's mostly because of me, someone (rat- bastard!) had swiped my beloved phone. My phone and I were BFFs, yes it's that serious, i'm sure all of you iPhone owners understand what I mean by that! Anyways, before I get too deep into that, i'll continue with the show. The venue was bigger, there were more models, designers, and clothes. It was a beautiful mayhem backstage. 

Model, Antinique

Model, Arnellia Maxwell

PassionArts Designs 

Model, Alexis Coulliard

Model, Blair Griffith

Astronaut Zombies Designs

The MC Hammer pants are back!

This is part of the Caramente Clothing collection!

Yes, thats Kyla Pratt from The Proud Family and Dr. Dolittle!

Models, Sokha and Stephanie Sence

Here's what I wore on Saturday! 

Dress: Sugarlips Apparel, Blouse: Forever21, Belt: J.Crew, Wedges: Steve Madden via Shoemint, Headband: UrbanOutfitters

I love the simplicity of a black and white outfit! There's so many colors and prints to layer with it to take it from A to Z in seconds! I love layer dresses, and the weather this past Saturday was perfect for it! I'm a big fan of re wearing my dresses, it's the way you style it that can make it look like a completely different dress. I love me some leopard print, and I wanted to wear some comfortable wedges that would get me through the day.  There you have it, that was my Saturday, how was yours?

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                                                                                                     Jacqui

"Im Sexy and I Know It" LMAFO

When it comes to dressing sexy, it's a bit of a different aesthetic for me. Sexy to me is not about how much cleavage i need to show off or how much leg action needs to be seen. I would much rather see a  figure shown off in a full length, crew neck, body con dress.

 No, it has nothing to do with my body, it has to do with my level of comfort, I'm not comfortable wearing a super short dress, where the hem is inches away from my crotch. Or a dress with a super low cut, and have men's eyes fall below my eyes during 95% of the conversation. 

Top: Threadsence.com, Skirt: Shopakira.com, Jacket: Forever21, Belt: Oldnavy, Shoes and jewelry: thrifted

With this look, i wanted to be sexy in my own way. Can I just say, this citron color has my heart! This peplum skirt is awesome, it's high waisted and fits my body like a glove. I have a tendency to wear a lot of high waisted skirts, pants, and jeans with cropped tops, it shows just the right amount of skin! The jacket topped it off by giving it an edgy flair, to contrast the feminine silhouette of the peplum skirt and the ever so glamorous pointy toe pumps. How do you like to dress "sexy?"

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                                                                    Jacqui

Concerts.

        I was at a a concert recently, whilst there I saw so many fashion faux- pas. At a concert, individuals should dress comfortably since most of the time will be spent dancing erratically or standing. I've never actually been to a music event where there were seats, unless it was a jazz club. That is why wearing heels to a concert is not a smart idea, especially since there are so many cute flat options. Another thing that I saw a lot of, was the mini body- con skirts. I love my body- con skirts but I would never wear them to a concert, I'd worry the whole night that it's riding up, while im dancing, causing me to constantly pull it down. Not an attractive look. Also, I don't think I'll ever understand the reasoning behind clutches, to a concert? I have compiled a few looks that are sure to be comfortable enough to boogie in!

This outfit is fun with a hint of sexy thrown in! i've paired a high- waisted jean with a sequined bandeau top. I know, sequins?! Many think that sequins are only a holiday staple, not quite so especially when artfully paired. The chiffon top gives the right amount of coverage and it's a light material to feel comfortable dancing the night away! The belt helps to show off your waist. As for shoes, I'd go with a a pair of black flats, probably something with the metal detailing to continue the look.

        This next outfit consists of another pair of high- waisted jeans, a graphic tee and a button down blouse over top of the tee. Graphic tees are perfect for concerts, they're comfortable, stylish, versatile and support the musicians! Usually when I wear graphic tees, I like to pair it with some jewelry to make it more interesting and not too "I just rolled out of bed" look. I'd pair this look with a nice pair of metallic flats or sandals. 

        And now to break away from the black and white! This outfit would be perfect for music festivals (Coachella, Electric Daisy, Electric Zoo)! A pair of bright green high- waisted shorts and a fun printed tank. I believe high- waisted jeans or shorts are great options since you don't have to worry about a certain butt crack incident or under garments peeking through, whilst your dancing away. Plus, high- waisted options flatter many body shapes! This outfit would look great with an awesome pair of sandals, like a fun blue shade to compliment the blue buttons on the shorts and in the shirt. All of these outfits would look great with cross- body bags, backpacks and even the more modern fanny packs! There's so many ways to be stylish and comfortable at a concert, hopefully these tips helped!

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                                                                                                   Jacqui

Turquoise.

Top: Thrifted, Skirt: F21, Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell, Bracelets and Rings: Street vendors, F21, thrifted, Necklace: Gifted, Earrings: Diy, Nail Polish: OPI- Mermaid Tears

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                                Jacqui

Geometrics.

Top & Tights: H&M, Skirt, Legwarmers, Bracelets, and Earrings: F21, Necklaces: Lucky Brand, Booties: Shoemint

     

         

        If i'm not wearing sripes, I also tend to to wear some sort of shape. This skirt reminds me of the mod look from the 60's era, which I completely love! I'm such a neutrals gal, brown and black is my go to color combination, my mind automatically just thinks browns and blacks. These tights I thought were a perfect match for the skirt, since it also plays with shapes. I like to layer necklaces especially when I'm wearing such a basic top to offset it's plainness! This pair of boots are probably my most comfortable pair, sometimes I forget I'm wearing them. If you haven't tried Shoemint, you really should! Btw, I'm not a sponsor for them at all, I just genuinely love their products!

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                                                                                 Jacqui

Black Stripes.

Top and Skirt: F21, Booties: Steve Madden, Necklace and Earrings: Street vendors, Tights: Urban Outfitters 

I tend to wear stripes alot! It's a pattern that always makes me happy, no matter what color.  I usually base alot of my outfits in the winter season with black, this outfit is no different. I really just wanted the skirt to be in full focus, I love the teal blue, it reminds me that spring is just around the corner! 

                                                                                                    Xoxo,
                                                                                                      Jacqui