Holidays Past

Hey guys,

So I know that I've been away but now I'm back wit the jump off. Things have been hectic dealing with work and family and the holidays had me stressed. But I bring to you my first post of 2016 "Holidays Past" I'm talking about reliving the holidays with me through clothes, makeup and creativity.

Lets Start with...... Halloween!

This costume was one for the record books. The amount of sweat, tears, blood and lack of sleep that was used to make this Lyda Deetz poncho and Cape combo was out of this world.

This entire thing was made 90% by hand. I've been challenged but this was something totally different. I wanted to be the belle of the Tim Burton rave by dressing up as one of my favorite Beetle juice animated moments. If your to young then your gonna have to Google. Anyways in this episode Lyda is taken to the underworld to meet prince Naveen she's all dressed up and to comical relief she even has the bride of Frankenstein hair. The poncho gown cape combo just stuck with me and it just had to get done. So I sewed my life way with the help of my friend Melissa and her mom I got it done. Not to mention endless nights gluing rhinestones on everything. I've never been so proud of myself and this upcoming comic con is gonna be unforgettable.

But not to forget a costume change for the Deetz costume no matter how beautiful  it is but was heavy and I was totally petrified of it getting damaged throughout a night of drinking. So I decided to be princess jasmine... well my take on it for the time I was given. The jacket is from forever 21 and the top from k&g superstore, the scarf was a thrift shop find, my jeans are also from forever 21 and my Disney sneaks are from vans. The crown came from the Disney Store for 50% off. I was hyped. The hair took forever to get just right but I was so happy with the outcome not to mention how comfy I was.

A honorable mention to Velma for she was a cute quick costume.

Now to Thanksgiving for I was thankful for a lot this year family, true friends a loving boyfriend and a true spark of enthusiasm for the holidays to basically really give a fuck and actually wrap my presents in a grown up matter. 

I was also thankful of this outfit and amazing hair day.

The coat is from forever 21 2015 winter collection.

The black classic leotard is from forever 21.

The leather skirt is from forever 21 2005 collection and was finally worn for the first time. 

After all the food drinks and togetherness it was the days of all days my birthday! 29 and feeling fine.

Can't do that up do ever again idk why...

And I got to get into my dream car the unforgettable, classic, amazing, blast from the past the Delorean.

I changed my clothes and hair the next day for my birthday night out.

In between the next holiday there was some clothing greatness happening.

This coat was a amazing thrift shop find. The fact that it's tailored to my body shape and has this bold red color not to mention the outline is in this simple ruffle all around just warms my heart. I've never found anything that makes me feel so giddy like this coat. The sweatshirt is a dress it has pockets and it's thick as hell, it came from H&M's Ron Bass collection. The running sneakers are Nike. And the hat from a boutique on the upper West side on Broadway.

Is that what I think that it is? 

Yes! It's the start of the Christmas season. 

The windows are decorated with glamour and jewels.

In between this start of the holiday season. I discovered faux spectrum rings 

And there's a few outfits along the way thanks to my boyfriend.

This cute sweater is from Target 2014 winter collection..... it's my boyfriends. The jeans are from forever 21.

The coat is from forever 21. The button up is from my boyfriend. My jeans are from forever 21 the classic denim collection.  The sneaks are Adidas.

Is Star Wars a holiday? Because hot damn it's everywhere the Force Awakens was amazing. No spoilers here. 

I was General Organa when I went to the premiere of The Force Awakens.

                        Well back to Christmas lol

This outfit brought to you by Macy's a Peanuts Christmas.

Christmas eve!

The beginning to the greatest day of the year. This outfit was so fancy. I haven't wore real flats in a while these Christian Siriano flats from pallets are everything. The high waisted jeans are from forever 21. The sheer sexy leotard is from wet seal plus collection. And the fur vest even though a thrift shop find is actually from the Kardashion Dash QVC plus size collection.

At work I had glitz lips from sephora. The black lace top is from Calvin Klein. 

The dress is from forever 21. Just in case if ya wanted to know my friends and coworker every dress is also from forever 21.

These pajamas 

Are 

From target

Some poppin selfies

And now a throwback of Christmas past before we start the new year 

This is Christmas 2014 the sequin dress is from forever 21 and the sequined shoes are from Ashley Stewart's.

This Lil number is from forever 21 both crop top and sparkle glitter skirt. One of my favorite pieces.

A few more poppin selfies

The dress and leather jacket from forever 21.

This powerhouse outfit was for a interview. Coat from forever 21. The shirt I believe was from pay half but I can't remember. The pants are from forever 21 and the shoes are Christian Siriano for payless.

And now New Years Eve! 

Nails are done and the Polish is from Essie.

My first selfie for the beginning of the new year. Faux spectrum ring from luxebaby a site I found through my instagram.

Me and my Lil sis. My sheer leotard is from wet seal. The gold jeans are from Ashley Stewart's.

Funny moment with my other Lil sister.

This look was different than what I'm used to. I've never worn anything so bold and shiny before. But new year new looks.

And now......

To the new year and all of its opportunities and blessings it may bring. Hoping that everyone has an amazing start to a new year and here's to new posts, material, inspiration, style and grace.

Amen,

Shay :^*

     

Switching up style

Hey guys,

So this week has been something else, the weather is either too cold or too hot. Which to me is extremely annoying because I don't know wtf to wear! I wanted to look nice so I decided to wear a long skirt with my boots for the first time. I have worn this skirt before during the summer but I was able to transition it into fall. I wanted a contemporary kardashion look so I added the wide belt to highlight my waist. I also wore a leotard so that I wouldn't get annoyed with keeping the top tucked under the skirt. I loved this look I even pinned the skirt up to create a whole new skirt with amazing detail. My sister even thought it was a different skirt. I added the leather jacket for a edgy city look and to bring out the pale pink color from the skirt. Moral of the story is to just get creative with your clothes because you never know what you'll come up with.

Shay

Long sleeved Leotard Forever 21
Long skirt Target
Leggings Forever 21
Belt unknown
Leather jacket Forever 21
Boots Payless

It's a #throwback

Hey Ya'll,

So it's time for layers!!!! Fall gives me the opportunity to show off my entire ensemble well if the weather permits it. Just knowing that when I go outside my conture won't melt off my face and my hair won't be a sweaty ass mess is all that I need for a great fashionable  day.
But what to wear? Well you could  go out and buy yourself a whole new wardrobe. Or if you don't have the extra cash then you could go through your closets and drawers for some throwback pieces, put those pieces together and reinvent yourself the perfect fall wardrobe.
How I reinvent my wardrobe takes a little bit of research, creativity and inspiration. I surf through other curvy blogs, magazines, social media sites and online shops. Then I look into my closets and drawers and find those traditional key pieces that can be able to finalize my outfits.
My problem has been letting clothes go. I will hoard till the room bursts with outdated shirts and old sweaters. Always concerned about the chance that, that particular item that I let go the other day wouldn't all of a sudden come back into the limelight. But I'm here to say let it go. If you haven't wore it in over a year let it go. You don't need it so get rid of it. There's no need for the clutter.
This ensemble is a perfect example of reinventing throwback pieces. My plaid tunic came into the scene and in my closet back in 2010 ish. It's been a few years since I wore it until that night. Since 2010 plaids and print in general have been all over my screens and print. Not to mention the length of dresses, tunics and tops have a longer hem line. So this piece has been a reinvented item for my wardrobe. I paired the top with my favorite Forever 21 leggings, classic black leather jacket and black riding boots. Happy recycling!!!

Shay

Plaid tunic top  Rainbows
Leather jacket Forever21
Leggings Forever21
Black riding boots Payless

Starting the transition

Hey guys,

So it's becoming that time of the year where the weather changes and forces us to transition our wardrobes. It sucks. But I love to layer and really get into revamping my style. On this particular night it was breezing not cold so this sweater croptop was just enough. I paired it with a pair of athletic black joggers, because it was dead at night and no one noticed. Besides everything was cute and simple. This croptop has the perfect design of white lace over the silvery gray knit. It's also amazingly soft. Transitioning isn't the end of the world, it just leads to so many other outfit ideas. Happy styling!

Shay

Croptop sweater target
Athletic joggers target
Black sneakers Vans

White after labor day?

Hey guys,

I know that this post is late but it's better than never. The debate is white, do I wear it or nah? Well I'm here to say wear whatever you want. If you wanna wear white you could do so. I so see white outerwear coming back with in a few weeks celebrating the change of weather. Besides it looks so clean and chic to wear white. Have fun with it. I always feel a little bit extra while wearing white. These forever 21 white jeans have been in my closet for some time now. They stretch and are long enough for my 5'11 almost 6ft height. I paired the outfit with a peach/coral colored leotard and gold strap Sandals. So in conclusion forget that rule about after labor day because in fashion there are no rules. Enjoy my angels......

Shay

Leotard Forever 21
White jeans Forever 21
Gold strap Sandals Payless

Alphabet City

Hey Ya'll,

Please forgive me for not posting lately, I won't bore you with the details as to why. There should be no excuse so I'm going to get right into it.
Sunday funday is brunch day! drinks, good food, family, friends and yes the drinks. Brunch to me is the only time where classy people get to get ratchet and fucked up on mimosas and sangria while wearing there Sunday best.
Wearing my favorite Forever 21 leggings a simple white tee and my boyfriends button up tied around my waist I scream comfort and fun. My accessories are my Disney princess Vans and my Arial pin from dumbbows.com
That Sunday was a funday.

Shay

Leggings Forever 21
White tee unknown
Button up unknown
Sneakers Disney Vans collection
Ariel pin dumbbows.com