Happy Spring! Now is the perfect time to tackle the yearly “Spring cleaning” task. Initially I dreaded it but have come to love it. How did that happen? Well doing a small clear out monthly makes it a smaller obstacle by March. Also, I have purchased less items this past year. My closet is maintaining the same capacity if not slightly less and I am … Continue reading Spring cleaning Decor
While this year had its share of emotional ups and downs, I reflected on the positive that happened for me personally. My overall health – physically and mentally – improved drastically, I strengthened in my faith and found myself more at ease plus I began to see my goal paths become more defined. Sometimes with so many different areas of expertise, you can overload your … Continue reading One year Ends and a new one begins! Last mood board of the year……
Hope everyone had a happy and safe holiday! This week was pretty relaxed for the most part but I did have a recent thrift trip and attended a Christmas fashion show. The weather is chilly daily now so coats are in full swing… I prefer wool and puffers personally. When it comes to everyday wear, what is your go to? I decided to try something … Continue reading Spring Colors, Wool coat lover….. What I wore this week
Out of all of your clothes in your closet, how many have you worn more than 10 times? Continue reading Wardrobe Question…
This week was all about comfort and layering. My go to style was a mix of Vintage and Athleisure… Continue reading What I wore this week…
Hi all! I spent the day transitioning to my fall wardrobe, mostly because I wanted to try on different outfits. When it comes to clothes, I am normally classic and vintage. While I love these takes, sometimes I want to try new things. So I looked up some street style looks from Fashion week in New York and Milan. Just to see what was going … Continue reading You can recreate street fashion with what you have….
Well, it’s safe to say this year has not gone as planned. Like most people, my emotions were at a high for the past few months and I was drained. Social media and the internet in general, portrays a different picture than reality. While I post my thrift finds and styling pics on Instagram, sometimes I still need a break from the cycle. What will … Continue reading What I’ve been up to for the past few months……
Whether you’re running errands or going on a night out with the girls, a crossbody bag is a great addition for any outfit. To start, a basic black crossbody is both practical and versatile. While I am not one to talk with 8 myself (hoarder), I started with an old Coach crossbody that my mom gave me from her handbag collection. Even though that one … Continue reading Wardrobe Essentials – Crossbody bags……
With the change of scenery and weather, I am exploring new avenues revolving around my wardrobe. One big aspect is color, which I am slightly nervous about. As you know, I have never been much off a “color ” person and stick with my neutrals, black and white. I have quickly realized that sometimes the colors just find you and you gravitate towards them. With … Continue reading Bright Flats and Neutral Bags……
Finding consistency on my Instagram feed wasn’t easy. I went through several different editing ideas before I found one I liked. Experimenting with lighting and shadows were the keys to aesthetically pleasing photos. In no way am I an expert on photography plus I use an old IPhone for most of my pics. However, editing is a jokey to success. Instagram has a few editing … Continue reading Instagram feed and aesthetic…..
To any thrifter “buying retail” is like going to the dark side. We just don’t see the point of it. More than ever, people are turning to their local thrifts versus the mall for clothes for the family, knick knacks and accessories. But, there are always a few items that you only buy new, sealed in the package. Not in the thrift. What are … Continue reading Thrifting vs Retail……
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