Style Post: Afro Puffs

Jeans: Levi / Top: Ebay / Sandals: F21 / Visor: F21

"Just don’t give up what you’re trying to do. Where there is love and inspiration, I don’t think you can go wrong." - Ella Fitzgerald 

Style Post: Peter Pilotto x Target Look 2.

Blouse: Peter Pilotto x Target / Skirt: F21 / Heels: Go Jane / Clutch: by me :)

"Don’t be into trends. Don’t make fashion own you, but you decide what you are, what you want to express by the way you dress and the way you live." — Gianni Versace

Hey guys! If you read Monday's Style Post, you already know that this week, each of my style posts will feature one Peter Pilotto x Target item.  This outfit's item is this amazing button-up floral print and lace blouse. I love the contrasting colors in the blouse and the sheer sleeves! Rather than pair it with bottoms that matched the top, I thought an olive green skirt would be fun with bold, blood orange heels.

#TPMShop: March Wishlist.

If you like beautiful things, like we like beautiful things, then you'll definitely find something worth swooning over in our March Wishlist. This month we're loving metallics, holographic elements, bold shoes, and fun statement jewelry. 

What's on your wishlist this month?

                 

Style Post: St. Patty's Day.

Sweater: H&M / White shirt: Urban Outfitters / Pants: Forever21 / Shoes: Go Jane /
 Bag: Nila Anthony

"Fashion is architecture: it is a matter of proportions." -Coco Chanel

Yesterday was St. Patrick's Day. Which for me, only brought back memories of The Luck of the Irish on Disney Channel. I wore this outfit to work; throwing together two bold prints. I think it works because both articles of clothing have a solid color with black printed patterns. It's color blocking, just with patterns. Additionally, in my attempt to create a pop of color (with the green), somehow I began wearing the Irish flag. Awkward.

Style Post: TDE Show.

Jacket & dress: F21/ Tights: Ebay / Shoes: GoJane

"Hip-Hop isn't just music, it is also a spiritual movement of the blacks! You can't just call Hip-Hop a trend."- Lauryn Hill 

This is what I'll be wearing to the Schoolboy Q / Isaiah Rashad show tonight in DC. When I think of concert outfits, I think of outfits like this: cool, but comfortable. Here are a few tips I have for getting dressed for a concert with a hip-hop crowd:


1. Wear flats. Just do it. There's nothing worse than the girl in the bathroom with her shoes off.
2. Dress for the occasion. Hip hop shows can be grimy, so don't show up in your absolute best clothes.
3. In the winter, rock a short bodycon dress with a leather jacket. Throw some tights on and call it a night.
4. In the summer, go for crop tops, short shorts, or rompers. Or a cool graphic tee.
5. And most importantly, vibe out.

How to Style the Puma "Girls of Blaze" Sneakers.

Ice cream cone earrings: Melody Ehsani

Notorious necklace: Melody Ehsani

Cleopatra cuff:  Melody Ehsani

West coast crop top: Forever 21

"Girls of Blaze" sneakers: Puma

Peplum Skirt: Boohoo

Velvet headband: H&M

Style Post: Hommegirl.

Beanie: Hommegirl / Jacket & Top: F21 / Shoes: Go Jane / Leggings: *similiar

"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." -Dr. Seuss

Style Post: Chunky Twist Androgyny.

Cardigan: JC Penney / Shirt: Urban Outfitters / Leggings: Forever 21 / Loafers: Go Jane 

Androgyny is not trying to manage the relationship between the opposites; it is simply flowing between them. -June Singer 

Happy Friday!

I feel like in our society, people will only allow you to express singular aspects of yourself. If you're a man, "look like a man" and "act like a man." If you deviate from any norms, then you're a weirdo and they don't know what to do with you. But who cares about those guys.

Styled by LMo: Printed Paisley Tunic.

"Create your own visual style... let it be unique for yourself and yet identifiable for others." -Orson Welles

It's Almost That Time Again.

Je Tàime skirt, Cutout mineral wash dress,  Tiger sweater, Shark baseball tee, Cutout leggings, Polka dot midi skirt, Black and white midi dress, Varsity jacket, Faux leather skater skirt

I don't know when it happened, but Summer is quickly coming to an end. And I must say, I'm not mad. Summer is great and fantastic and vibrant and all that....but Fall? Yea I'll be on time for that. Simply put, Fall fashion rules. It's that graceful transition period where you can still wear Summer clothes (layered of course) and start incorporating warmer items like thick cardigans and boots. I'm excited just thinking about it all.

Here are a few items from Forever 21, that are #1. Adorable, and #2. Would be great for your transition into Fall. I love the tiger sweater, the great midi dress with the cool tribal graphics, and the green faux leather varsity jacket. There are a ton of varsity jackets out there, but green is a bit of an unusual color, and F21 has a couple different styles. Get familiar. Plus the prices are definitely affordable. 

Let me know if you cop anything. :)

Peace
-Leslie

Styled by LMo: Senorita Top and Purple Socks.

I just want to be free. Free to express myself knowing that I may be judged.

If you are interested in making pretty outrageous personal style choices, you have to be willing to put yourself out there. Your style is up for constant judgement...but that's the point right? To create an unspoken dialogue between strangers or friends. Forcing people to be conscious about what you're wearing because you don't look so normal. I enjoy playing with clothes because it truly is fun for me and there is an art to doing it right. I'm working on perfecting that part of my craft now.

Styled by LMo: Shark Tank and DIY Jeans.

What's going on guys?

I, in no way, have a shortage of jeans. So when I bought these jeans from a thrift store, I knew I wanted to make them unique. While I was at Trillectro last year in DC, I noticed this girl wearing some severely ripped up jeans. The whole front was gone and there was just a little connection around the bottom half of the leg, which I thought looked cool. So that inspired me to do the DIY which led to these pants.

Outfit of the Day: Look 3 Festival of the Photograph.

Sup guys.

Me and Amanze headed downtown yesterday for Charlottesville's annual Look 3 Photo Festival. It was really cool last year, so it was definitely something we were looking forward to. Couldn't stay out all day because we had to hit up the UVA resident's graduation dinner *snores* but it was a good day.

Since I'm transitioning my hair to natural, I'm trying to keep off the heat and wear some of the more hair friendly styles I like. This one's a favorite of mine. :)

Outfit of the Day + Sweetlife 2013.

Hellllooo friends! I went to the Sweetlife Music and Food Festival this past Saturday in DC with my boyfriend. Wanted to update you guys sooner, but I came down with something. Getting better though...punk ass colds. Oh! Anywho, the festival was awesome. This is my second year going and I'd definitely recommend it if you're in the DC area. 20,000 people showed up this year! They featured artists like Kendrick Lamar, Solange, Phoenix, Gary Clark Jr, and Passion Pit. It was an awesome time.

So judging from what I know about festival attire, I wore that little bitty above.  I ordered up a bunch of clothes a couple weeks ago. (I kinda only shop at thrift stores or online unless I'm out of town.) And this is some of the stuff I got. These geometric black and white leggings are from Forever 21. First of all, I love them. They're super stretchy and kind've high waisted, which gives you tons of coverage. Nothing falling out of those, I tell ya. Wore those with a high-low top also from Forever 21. The tail is sheer (there's a pic at the bottom.)

Outfit of the Day: Multicolor Sweater

Holiday Gift Ideas: For Her.

1. Glitter oxford creepers 2. BDG Animal Wallet 3. Neon Fold-over Crossbody 4.Faux Fur Scarf 5.Glitter Tablet Case 6. Clear Native Union Headset 7. Glittered Heels 8.Elephant Ring Holder: Sold Out :( 9.Heart Print Passport Holder 10. 3 Piece Nail Set

Still trying to figure out what to buy for the holidays? Well look no more. Here are 10 inexpensive items mainly from Forever 21 and Urban Outfitters. They always seen to carry the cutest, most fitting merchandise that's easy on the wallet.

My fav's are the pink and tan fold-over bag, the elephant ring holder, the clear phone headset.
What are yours?

He Might Wear Something Like This...

1.Camo Pocket Pullover  2.Diamond Supply Mint and Black Snapback 3.Quilted Hooded Vest   4.Diemme Ghepardino Pony  5.Oxblood Coated Jeans  6.Faux Leather and Denim Backpack

*Thinks to self*  I've waited far too long to style outfits for men.

Here we have an outfit that's mainly neutral, but the oxblood and pop of mint keeps it spicy.
Yea I really just said spicy (don't judge).

If you haven't realized by now, I like interesting outfits.
I don't want to wear anything or recommend anything that I don't personally think is cool...
And I cosign all of these.

Another thing is the whole outfit, minus the $500 shoes, is affordable.
Would you wear this?

Rising Trend: Oxblood

1. Alexander McQueen Clutch 2. RGB Nail Polish 3. Alexy Chelsea Boots 4. Alexander Wang Lizard Print Tote  5. Alexander McQueen Boyfriend Tee-Sold Out 6. F21 Over The Knee Socks 7. Fairisle Band Flippy Dress 8. H&M Leather Skirt

Oxblood you say? Why would I want to wear something called "oxblood"? Ok, I admit, the color oxblood does not sound flattering at all, but it can be quite elegant. A great color to accent oxblood with is blue, as you can see Miroslava Duma wearing above. It adds a feminine touch to oxblood and a certain richness.

Varsity Jackets.

Varsity Jackets are one of those things that never really go away, but become more popular at certain times vs others.

There's always an underlying prep-style/ schoolboy movement going on, and these would be perfect if that's the look you're going for.

My boyfriend and I are definitely good in the varsity jacket department.
Mine is the black and white one above (which I got from F21) and the rest are his.

Urban Outfitters has an entire section of men's varsity jackets if you wanted to check em out.
And here are Forever 21's for men and women... with none over $45.

Update:
I recently saw this photo of Beyonce in the studio rocking her Balmain varsity jacket.
...Looking like the diva she is.

I Might Wear Something Like This....

Mary Katrantzou Printed jersey T-shirt, Yves Saint Laurent Leather biker jacket, Faith Connexion Metallic stretch-denim, Nike Dunk Sky Hi suede wedge sneakers, Etro Crystal-embellished rabbit-felt fedora, Adia Kibus Resin Skull Ring, Bakers Stretch Spikes 2 Bracelet, Marni Shades

This fall, you should really utilize some of the fun trends of the season.
I'm not HUGE on focusing on trends because I wear whatever I want regardless, and so should you, but it is what it is.

With that being said, several of these pieces are trends this year like wedge sneakers, printed tees, leather, and metallic.

Metallic, metallic, metallic.
It's going to be big this season but especially popular in the spring.
If you find any fun metallic pieces at a steal while the seasons are changing, I'd definitely cop.
It will be worth it once spring rolls around.

I like matching things together that typically wouldn't go together.
For instance, the olive green suede wedge sneaks with the flashy metallic denim.
A little contrast goes a long way.

With an outfit like this, I'd probably go on a lunch date in the city or to a chill concert on a cooler night.

Now I realize most of us aren't balling out of control, so I've researched the look for less.
Still gets the point across and saves a ton of dough.

Happy shopping.

Forever 21 Scenic Island Tee, Go Jane Leather Jacket, Forever 21 Leather Jacket, ASOS Metallic Skinny Jeans, Go Jane Wedge Sneakers, Nasty Gal Metal Head Shades, Forever 21 Wool Hat