Year: 2021

DIY Crochet Jacket – Brown

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I’ve been creating Crochet Jackets for a few years. It started off as a design that I challenged myself to create because, to my knowledge, these crochet jackets only existed in my brain. Over the years, I’ve created this crochet jacket in several colors. Although I started creating these jackets a few years ago, it’s always fun to work on a new color. My auburn box braids inspired me to create a brown one. Crocheting is my favorite pastime. Once I begin creating, I have to see it through. Finishing it becomes so…

Stepping Out – Purple Ruffle Dress

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I haven’t been going out much but I had to step out and celebrate JDot’s birthday. I threw on a purple ruffle dress from Zara and accessorized it with the Befitting Style Linked Earrings from the Link Up Collection. It’s the latest collection from Befitting Style and I’m so excited about it! It’s one of my favorites so far as I’m drawn to the antique gold tone. Nothing like celebrating the gift of life with good people and having my best friend, Marllory by my side was a special treat as she always…

My 20s Were Ghetto and Fabulous

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As I reflect on this year, let’s reflect on my 20s really quickly since I basically exited that decade this year. I hear that your 20s are when you make a lot of mistakes and it’s okay not to have your life together because most people don’t have their life together in their 20s and I’m glad I heard that before entering my 20s but it still didn’t keep me from wishing I had my life together in my twenties. My twenties came with a lot of ups and downs/some…

Dinner On A Boat at La Borca Cantina – High Slit Mini Dress

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I’m totally not a dinner girl. Brunch is my favorite thing to do. I somehow got convinced to dine at La Borca Cantina at Pier 81 and there were definitely some pros and cons. Best part is I finally got to wear this neutral high-slit mini dress that perfectly fit the occasion. I accessorized the look with the Befitting Style Marvel White Earrings and white Zara heels. Brunch is life but when my best friend, Marllory Perez said she prefers to do dinner instead of brunch to celebrate her 31st birthday, its…

Multicolor Stripe Dress – Christopher John Rogers for Target

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When I laid my eyes on this multicolor stripe dress designed by Christopher John Rogers for Target, I immediately thought I would wear it as a dress. Little did I know that once I threw it on for Lon Burgundy’s Flatbush Mixer, it would end up being a top for the evening. I had to throw on the Befitting Style Serenity Earring from the Bliss Collection! The more color blocking, the better. I absolutely love this hairstyle! Its my fave for the summer! The bigger the hair, the better. Check out how I…

Multicolor Dress From Target – Christopher John Rogers

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I found a multicolored dress from Target. I don’t know about you but I’m absolutely in love with the Christopher John Rogers collection at Target. I’m currently listening to The Cutting Room Floor by Recho Omondi while typing this blog post and realized that this is truly one of my favorite podcasts of all time and I listen (and watch) a lot of podcasts but that’s just how great this podcast is. The Visual Lexicon episode which aired on June 23, 2021 featured Christopher John Rogers. I already knew he’s…

Blue Stripe Dress – Marvel White Earrings

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For an evening hangout, I wore a blue stripe one-shoulder dress. What I love most about this dress is the asymmetrical silhouette at the shoulder which is definitely inspired by Self Portrait. A few years ago, it was hard to scroll down Instagram and not see bloggers wearing Self Portrait dresses and tops. The aesthetic is so unique that its hard not to notice. When I found this dress at an affordable price, I had to snag it. When I purchased this dress years ago, I thought I would have…

Can Modest Swimwear Still Be Fun?

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I find that many don’t opt for modest swimwear anymore. Bikinis have gotten tinier over time and with most bikinis fitting like a thong nowadays, partially covering your butt feels like a thing of the past. Realizing that swimwear has gotten smaller leads me to wonder if modest swimwear can still be fun or is it now categorized as a little grandma-ish? I hung out by the pool in an off-the-shoulder high waist bikini that surprisingly covers a decent amount of my butt. It reminds me of the bikinis that…

Will Floral Prints Ever Go Out of Style?

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I grew up loving floral prints simply because I’ve always loved flowers so naturally as an adult, I’m still drawn to floral patterns. Florals have been a staple in the fashion industry long before I even came on this earth but I sometimes wonder if it’ll come and go like many other things. What I love most about this floral dress is also what I dislike the most about this dress – the tiny buttons placed vertically down the middle. I love the aesthetic it creates and how polished tiny…

How To Wear Swimwear As A Regular Outfit

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I purchased this Matte Swim yellow printed bikini about two years ago and although I fell in love with the print, I didn’t like how revealing the bottom piece is for this two piece bikini. Because I’m the Queen of keeping & remixing my clothes, I knew the top can definitely come in handy as a crop top. I paired it with a lace cover up and faux leather shorts (yes I believe in wearing leather in warmer weather). Wearing swimwear as a regular outfit is super simple. When remixing…