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.)

How to Style Strappy Black Heels.

If you saw my post below, you know that there are a ton of a-dorable shoes for ri-diculously good prices. So now you have all these dope shoes, and you ask yourself "What am I gonna wear these with?" Here's where I come in.

I think for the black strappy sandals, it would be really cute if you tried the sporty look. Sweatpants and pajama pants both have made a subtle comeback. And wearing them with a nice pair of simple strappy heels is basically perfection. Like a relaxed grown up look.

I chose soft blue sweatpants with a grey high-low tank. Lots of flow and movement. And the high bun keeps it nice and sleek. I chose black and silver jewelry. The earrings are bolder pieces, while the necklace is understated.

I just love this look.... very simple but definitely interesting. It's something that I can't wait to try myself.

9 Affordable Spring Shoes You Can't Go Wrong With.

1. Strappy black heels 2.Tribal woven heels 3. Blue dip-dye clear heels 4. Metallic creepers 5. Perforated platform oxfords 6. Floral sneakers 7. Studded platform sandals 8. Cap toe flats 9. Wedge sneakers

Get Familiar With the Baggy Leather Look.

Leather pants are nothing new, but these drawstring leather jogging pants for the ladies? Yea I'll be on time for that. Spring 2013 welcomes the baggy leather pants with open arms.  Aaliyah taught us many moons ago how sexy a pair of baggy pants can be if done correctly. And these ladies are certainly keeping it sexy, but comfortable. Beyonce, Rihanna, Gwen....all rocking the new trend . I love the way Gwen looks with her wedges and blue jean leather jacket. That girl, I swear....too much cool.

The baggy (but not ridiculously baggy) style will be popular in a lot pants this season. Like with soft fitted sweatpants. Try wearing those with a pair of simple heels.

Anywho, if you want to try this trend and grab some slouchy leather pants OR shorts, let me direct you:
- Sparkle and Fade faux leather trousers on sale $39
- Lucca Couture leather running shorts (adorable!) $39
- Adidas black leather track pants (Yes, please) $248
- Faux Leather mini shorts (If you're a budget baller) ~11

Daddy Brown for Mark McNairy's S/S 2013 Lookbook.

Rapper Danny Brown brings a little Triple X to the Spring/ Summer Mark McNairy Lookbook. Danny (and that crazy ass head of his) doesn't shy away from the playful collection filled with bold prints like leopard, florals, and polka dots.

I personally love the quilted blue shorts and the look with the polka dot shorts and floral top.

 

The Hundreds: Spring 2013.

I am in love with the way Bobby Hundreds shot this. It's visual perfection. The concept with the mirror makes every photo interesting. (Mentally noting this lookbook, so I can recreate it one day)

More below:

Spring '13: Sporty Spice.

1. Nerd Crop Sweatshirt 2.Grey Letter Tube Skirt 3. Mesh Insert Top 4. Grey Letter Top 5. Zebra Crop Top 6. Love Tube Skirt 7. Giraffe Print Top 8. Number Sleeve Sweatshirt 9. Tall Sweat Dress 10. Burgundy Crop Tee

Let's get nice and sporty for Spring. Top Shop is serving up so many adorable things that it's ridiculous. Here are 10 items, all currently at Topshop.com, for your shopping enjoyment.

I think the sporty look is going to be fabulous for Spring. You can pair these things with sneaker wedges,  pumps with socks, jeweled sandals, and really all types of things. If you don't want to look ultra sporty, nix the sneaker wedges and try strappy sandals or pumps (without socks).

Spring Trends: Black and White.

Black and white dominated the Spring/Summer 2013 runways. From Alexander Wang, Marc Jacobs, Balmain, and Versace, spring has sprung, and with loads of black and white. I can be chic to wear only black and white, but if you add a punch of color or a floral pattern, it can refresh the look. Balmain is clearly a fan, from the pieces above; many of which are sold out. I couldn't exclude the Versace dress in the middle because it has black and white in fun stripes and geometric patterns, but keeps it young and fun, with the punches of neon green and pink flowers. How will you rock your black and white this Spring?