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Baby Blue Coat + Baby Pink Pants

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TGIF loves! Yes, I know I’m a horrible friend for being mia on the fashion front lately. The honest to God truth is that I totally have some organizing to do both personally and professionally.

That’s certainly no excuse but at the very least you deserve to know why I’ve been slacking. Moving forward, expect more consistency from ya girl!

In other news, spring is here!!!! This is my least favorite season but honey, this year I’ve welcomed it with all my heart, allergies and all. To celebrate, I’ve decided to get decked out in the traditional pastel colors of baby pink and blue.

Here’s to changing seasons and prescription refills. Talk to you soon, XO!

Coat//H&M , Top//Uniqlo , Pants//Uniqlo , Shoes//H&M , Bag//Ross 

Leopard + Leather

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It’s Friday. Praise the Lord!

Yesterday was the end of my work week and now I’m ready to relax, recharge, and binge watch House of Cards with my fiancé all day. Last season ended with a shocker that I’m still trying to recover from! So that’s my entire agenda for the day…in addition to laundry lol.

On the fashion front, today’s look is all about sass. I have only a few leopard pieces in my wardrobe, but I decided to break pout this rarely worn dolman sweater. I turned up the volume by pairing it with brown leather stretch pants. I have to say I was feeling myself, but hey, confidence is always a good look. Cheers to the weekend everyone, XO!

Top & Jewels //Macy’s, Pants//H&M, Shoes//Donald Pliner,Watch//Jacot 

Camel + Olive

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Happy Monday loves!

This winter I’m trying something new, a lace front wig. I seldom have the patience to sit long enough for braids or sew in weaves so wigs are my go to protective style. I’ve been wearing this unit for about a week and I’m loving the look. The lace itself can be scratchy if you don’t cut it off well enough but overall I’m impressed. Prepared to see this wig until Spring arrives. No, seriously. As for the rest of today’s look it’s all about these olive corduroys. I love this shade of green on my complexion! I’ve decided to pair them with a camel colored turtleneck and my olive cowgirl boots. This cord/turtleneck combo might just be my winter uniform… XO

Turtleneck//H&M , Pants//UNIQLO , Boots//NINE WEST 

 

 

 

Faux Fur + Winter White

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Happy Thursday loves!

This week I’ve been browsing a few stores in town and I have to say I find myself sincerely missing Daffy’s department store. Usually this time of year I’d be finding little one of a kind gems in the sale section of the coat and shoe departments. I always managed to find dope pieces, such as this featured coat. This faux fur number from DKNY is at least 10 years old. It’s become my go to winter piece when I’m in the mood for a little drama. Today’s look is centered around this coat. Since it’s also a work day I’ve played it down by pairing it with a monochrome ensemble. Perfect way to add dimension to all over winter white! XO

Coat//DKNY , Sweater//H&M , Pants//UNIQLO , Shoes//Donald J. Pliner ,

Jewelry//H&M , Glasses//KARDASHIAN KOLLECTION 

Monochrome + Texture

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Happy Tuesday loves!

We’re in the second week of the new year and I pray things are starting well for you all. Lately I’ve really been into chunky knits and suede. These are winter staples that always deliver both style and functionality, perfect go tos for any chic woman. Today’s look features one of the warmest items in my wardrobe, this cable knit sweater dress. I’ve paired it with sparkly tights and suede heels to add dimension to the overall monochromatic look. Stay chic and stay warm loves!

Dress//H&M, Tights//Target, Shoes//Zara, Tote//Zara 

Hello 2016

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Happy New Year!

No matter what you’ve experienced in 2015 I hope it made you stronger and wiser. I’ll be sharing my personal reflections on this past year along with my goals for 2016 all week on the blog, so meet me back here for that conversation. To kick off the first full week of the new year I’m starting with a style post! I spent my NYE in my favorite place as usual, church. Every year my family spends that evening in worship with our church family bringing in the new year with praise and gratitude.

Dress//Wet Seal , Scarf//K. Vaughn , Boots//Diamond Collection , Accessories//H&M 

K. Vaughn Scarves: Winter XV Collection

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Recently I had the pleasure of attending the showing of Philly designer K. Vaughn’s 2015 winter collection. For more than 20 years Vaughn has designed unique, quality garments for both men & women, eventually finding his niche in luxury neckwear. K. Vaughn scarves are not your average pieces. Each collection features eye catching fabrics & appeals to the individual who wants to stand out in a crowd. I sat down with Vaughn to ask him a few questions about his success & longevity.

K.K.  What inspired you to begin a career in fashion design?

K.V.  I’ve always loved fashion & wanted to be a buyer, but never had the chance. So I decided to start designing my own clothes.

K.K.  What advice do you have for up and coming designers?

K.V.  Don’t do it! (lol) Start small with one or two pieces that you do very well, i.e. pants, skirts, etc…

K.K.  Why just scarves? Why not an entire men’s collection?

K.V.  I actually make clothing for both sexes. I started in women’s then transitioned to menswear. However, I found scarves to be more accessible & the production cost is much lower.

K.K.  What inspired this latest collection?

K.V.  I wanted to do a collection of knits, wools, & luxe fabrics like velvet and sequin. I knew sweaters were going to be big this season.

K.K.  Lastly, the K. Vaughn customer is ______ ?

K.V.  Everyone who knows themselves!

 

Nautical Stripes

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Happy first day of winter loves!

Only two days in and this week is Uber busy, especially since I’m working overtime at the office. Thankfully, I’ve laid out my outfits for the entire week to cut my prep time in half. Our warm weather has come to an abrupt halt causing everyone to reach for sweaters and knee boots, however we’ll be back in the sixties by Christmas Eve. Today I’m keeping warm in this nautical sweater dress. A staple in every woman’s winter wardrobe, the sweater dress is one my go to options to stay warm and office appropriate. I decided to pair the classic navy and white with my western cognac knee boots and a matching scarf to make things interesting. To top it off I kept the jewelry simple and added my trench coat with a classic bowler bag. Dressed and ready under ten minutes for the win, XO!

Dress & Scarf//H&M, Boots//DAFFY’S, Trench//DKNY, Bag//DOONEY & BOURKE

Checked Blazer + Patent Booties

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Rainy days usually call for rain boots but when the humidity is over 70% and you can literally feel your hair follicles sucking up every drop of precipitation…. you wear open toe booties. Such was the case during this shoot in John F. Collins park at 17th and Chestnut. I live in turtlenecks during the winter months. They’re perfect under blazers, especially on days wear an actual coat is optional. I threw on jeans because it was casual Friday but this look is perfect for an after work date. Enjoy, XO!

Blazer//H&M, Turtleneck//Uniqlo, Jeans//Zanadi, Booties//Ross 

Striped skirt + Leather jacket

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Happy Monday loves!

I had a great weekend, I hope you all did as well. Today it’s back to business and I am determined to accomplish everything on my to-do list, which includes posting three times this week. I have to admit that since my blogging sabbatical it’s been a little chaotic getting back into my rhythm. My daily work planner has now become my SPS bible lol! Thank God for scheduling posts in advance.

Since I’ve decided to take advantage of the current mild temperatures while they last, today’s look features one of my favorite skirts. This striped flared skirt reminds me of a teacup in shape. It’s a petite woman’s dreams come true because it created a small waist and the illusion of hips. I always feel like a proper lady in this skirt. The blush and coral colors blend well and I found the perfect necklace to match.

When I look good, I feel good. Here’s to the start of a great week! XO

Jacket//Zara , Top//H&M , Skirt//Zara , Shoes//Bebe , Scarf//H&M , Necklace//Burlington Coat Factory 

 

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