Hello hello hello! This is the final installment in my 2017 Wedding Guest Style Series and it's a great one! I was unable to snag any pictures at the ceremony, but it was very intimate, gorgeous, and sooo touching. I had all the feels! For details on my look: Dress: Nordstrom Rack, $40 Earrings: Thrifted, … Continue reading Wedding Guest Style Series Finale & Recap: October 8, 2017 in Washington, DC
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Wedding Guest Style Series: The Smith Wedding – May 27, 2017 in Orlando, Florida
Last month, I got to watch one of my dear friends from law school, Dorothie, tie the knot with her boo in Orlando, Florida! As you can see, the wedding was gorgeous and their cup runneth over with love and joy. We had a grand 'ol time and I am so happy for them! ❤ … Continue reading Wedding Guest Style Series: The Smith Wedding – May 27, 2017 in Orlando, Florida
Look of the Day: Graduation Celebration!
Yaaaasss!! One of my best friends in D.C. just graduated from American University with her M.B.A. You did that, Britt! 🙂 I have a Houston framily here in D.C. and we hold it down and support each other through everything. We're always there to celebrate each others' accomplishments and we continue to keep it trill … Continue reading Look of the Day: Graduation Celebration!
Wedding Guest Style Series: The Moody Wedding – April 8, 2017 in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Hello hello hello! Spring is finally here and you know what that means - Wedding Season! I've been invited to 7 weddings this year! This is the first installment into my Wedding Guest Style Series that will go until October of this year. Be on the lookout for details on my looks in the future! … Continue reading Wedding Guest Style Series: The Moody Wedding – April 8, 2017 in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Look of the Day: Vintage Essence by Mail Sweater
Yes, you read that right. Who knew Essence magazine had a catalog back in the day?! I had no idea until I checked the tag on this amazing sweater. I did some research and learned that Essence by Mail was in business from 1984 and accepted their last order in 2001. How did I miss … Continue reading Look of the Day: Vintage Essence by Mail Sweater
$43 Thrifting HAUL – Value Village
So as you may know, I LOVE LOVE LOVE to thrift! My favorites items to thrift are pieces for work because I honestly don't care to spend much on work clothes and sometimes I can score great name brand vintage pieces. What's not to love?! On national holidays, my favorite thrift store in the DMV, … Continue reading $43 Thrifting HAUL – Value Village
Honey, It’s Cold Outside: Winter Look for Work
Today is the first day of Winter!! It's actually a little warmer less cold than it has been the last few days in D.C., but Winter is officially here! That means, switching up not only your regular wardrobe, but your work attire as well. Today, I mixed a few thrifted pieces with other items … Continue reading Honey, It’s Cold Outside: Winter Look for Work
My Experience Reselling My Oldies, but Goodies
In an attempt to try to clear out some clothing that I thought might be worth selling before donating, I gathered up about 20 or so items and headed to 14th street, which is lined with a few resale and consignment stores. I went to the following: Crossroads Trading: 2015 14th St NW, Washington, DC … Continue reading My Experience Reselling My Oldies, but Goodies
Work Attire Haul: Mustard Seed Resale Store in Bethesda!
I was in the Bethesda area last week and decided to revisit Mustard Seed - a resale store that sells both used and new clothing, shoes, and accessories. After having not been here in a couple years, the only excuse for not coming more often is that it's a little out of the way since it's … Continue reading Work Attire Haul: Mustard Seed Resale Store in Bethesda!
5 Ways to Build a Work Wardrobe on a Budget
I'm sure I am not the only one who doesn't jump for joy when shopping for work attire. For one, you might feel restricted in what you wear because of the dress code. You also might hate having to spend money on clothes that aren't as fun as what you wear outside of the office. … Continue reading 5 Ways to Build a Work Wardrobe on a Budget