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Cloche Hat + Paisley Skirt

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Happy Belated Thanksgiving everyone! I pray you and your families are well and that you’re enjoying this holiday season. This is my first post in two weeks and beleive me that time away was much needed mentally and physically. I started my birthday (11/18) with prayer and quality time with babe. Then chopped off my hair (new pics soon to come) before spending the weekend in the DMV.

I got to visit one of my dearest friends (s/o to Dawn, xo) and thouroughly enjoyed myself the entire time. Thanksgiving was wonderful as I got to see some family I hadn’t seen in a while. This past weekend has presented some painful challenges for my family, but I expect to be telling you all my victorious testimony soon!

In today’s fashion news, the turtlenecks and corduroy pants are in full effect and I’ve pulled out my boots and tights for daily wear. Winter weather also means it’s time for all those awesome winter accessories like hats, scarves, and gloves. Today’s look features one of my favorite winter pieces. I found this hunter green cloche hat at a local high end vintage shop, Cultured Couture. 

It’s the perfect accessory to match this paisley maxi skirt which was also a thrifted purchase. I decided to let the skirt be the focus and added basic turtleneck with gold jewelry. Next, I added tights, patent heels, and a scarf to keep me warm. Fully comfortable and fully vintage, this look is perfect to head back to work. It’s good to be back loves, XO!

Hat//Vintage , Top//Uniqlo , Skirt//Vintage , Shoes//Nine West , Scarf//H&M 

Lavender Mini

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While watching the classic Sidney Portier film To Sir With Love last week I was reminded of how much I loved the Mod dresses of the 1960’s. This popular London trend swept America by storm during the decade and models like Twiggy helped increase it’s popularity. Today I’ve decided to take this classic trend and make it my own.

      

A few years ago I stumbled upon today’s dress in one of my favorite stores, Buffalo Exchange. The beaded peter pan collar and lace detail caught my eye immediately. Mod dresses tend to have very short hemlines, so I absolutely love that this mini is balanced with long sleeves. It stays true to the trend while still looking demure.

By adding a pair of chic low heels and a vintage purse, my retro look is complete. My entire outfit, accessories included,  cost about $90 ( with my heels being $50 alone ). Whenever I see baby boomer fashion trends reemerge, I take a trip to the thrift store instead of buying off the rack. You’ll stand out without breaking the bank to do so. Cheers to baing a bargain beauty!

Dress & Purse//Vintage , Shoes//Zara , Sunglasses//Smak Parlour , Jewelry//Burlington 

Vintage Paisley Dress

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So listen, I have a confession to make. I’ve basically been in my feelings since this time last week because both of my younger siblings graduate this month. My sister is leaving undergrad with a degree in graphic design and my brother is headed to college for computer engineering.

 

I am both overwhelmed and overjoyed. I’ll never admit this to my mother but, I too have moments where I find myself tearfully replaying all of their milestones in my head. I feel so old staring at their yearbook pictures. My babies are all grown up and there’s no stopping them! I wonder what actual parenthood must feel like…

Okay, enough talk about graduations and nostalgia, how about we shift to fashion instead? As you know by now, I love a good trip to the thrift store or consignment shop. One such trip a few years ago introduced me to today’s featured frock, this fabulous silk dress.

A vibrant grass green color with multi colored paisley and gold threading throughout, I couldn’t pass up this dress. It was originally two sizes too big, but some alterations and a second thrifting trip to buy shoes proved to be all I needed. By adding a few go to accessories I am totally ready to enjoy some sun in the city. Here’s to finding hidden treasures!

 

Dress//Vintage , Shoes//Etienne Aigner , Glasses//Michael Kors , Clutch//H&M , Ring//H&M

Neutrals

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Hello loves!

This week has been very good to me thus far. I prepped my meals and outfits for the work in advance as well as my Instagram posts (follow me there as well @singprayshop) and it has paid off tremendously. I totally recommend prepping for the week and I can’t believe I haven’t done this sooner! More available time before my evening work shift begins means more time to explore the city and shoot in better sunlight. Today’s look is all about neutral shades of taupe, gray, tan, and wheat. I’ve made my favorite scarf, a glorious mixture of all the right neutrals, the centerpiece and finished off with this vintage derby. Here’s to bomb accessories, enjoy your weekend everyone!

Hat//Vintage ,Top//Uniqlo ,Pants//Uniqlo ,Boots//Zara ,Bag//Zara , Scarf//H&M , Jewelry//Overstock 

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