Tag: Fashion Trends
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Pretty in Pink
by Ayanna
Cargo pants are even better in pink. Happy Summer! Pink is unabashedly one of my favorite colors. I’ve been embracing all the shades of pink during these warmer months (and even incorporating pink accents throughout my home). Pink historically has been viewed as a quintessential feminine color. I recall rebelling against wearing the color pink during some point of my childhood and adopting red … Read More Pretty in Pink
Sustainable and Fashionable Vacation Dresses for Your Fall/Winter Travels
by Ayanna
I escaped the cooler weather for a fall retreat in Colombia. It was an incredible trip filled with adventurous excursions, including taking a mud bath in the Totuma Mud Volcano in Cartagena and paragliding in Medellin. Colombia is a lovely country. The Spanish Colonial architecture in Cartagena is so romantic and the colorful scenery in Medellin made the perfect backdrop for memorable photos. With … Read More Sustainable and Fashionable Vacation Dresses for Your Fall/Winter Travels
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Fresh Takes: Knit Sets to Add to Your Fall Wardrobe
by Ayanna
Whether you’re looking for something to lounge around the house in or something to wear on a night out, check out my favorite knit sets to add to your fall wardrobe.
Your Guide to Statement Sleeves: Sleeves to Try Now
by Ayanna
Serving sleeves because sleeves are the secret sauce 😉 I was watching a film set in the 1800s recently and was captivated by the costume design. The full and delicate sleeves on the dresses from the Romantic Period were breathtaking. I then realized that the sleeves in the film looked similar to the sleeves on many blouses in my own wardrobe today. It seems … Read More Your Guide to Statement Sleeves: Sleeves to Try Now
A Mixed Print Look for the Work Place
by Ayanna
Style is a way of communicating without words. I love putting creative looks together for the work place and for this post, I am sharing some mixed prints style inspiration for your work place wardrobe. Sleeves are the secret sauce for adding flair to ordinary tops. I am excited that some of my favorite styles of sleeves, like balloon and peasant sleeves, are popular … Read More A Mixed Print Look for the Work Place
Slip into the New Year in Snake Print Shoes
by Ayanna
Hello there and Happy New Year! Snake skin has always been a hit or miss style for me, with a lot of misses. While I am not typically drawn to this print, the overall design makes a huge difference and, depending on how it is styled, snake print can create a chic look. For example, I put this casual look together with a pair … Read More Slip into the New Year in Snake Print Shoes
South African Designer Series Part III – Sustainable and Ethical Fashion with Ballo
by Ayanna
See things differently. Hello readers! I am back with the final post in my three part series on South African designers. The company featured in this post has an ethical approach to creating fashion, but also experiments with innovative uses of materials. While I saved this company for last, they are certainly not the least favorite among the South African designers I learned about this summer. While exploring the Watershed artisan market in Cape Town, it … Read More South African Designer Series Part III – Sustainable and Ethical Fashion with Ballo
South African Fashion Series Part II: The Perfect Summer Dress
by Ayanna
Walking through The Watershed in Cape Town and spotting this boutique was love at first sight. From the vibrant colors and prints to the fitted bodice and full skirt, it was as if the designer had masterfully created the perfect all-occasion summer dress. The Nama Collection was at the top of my purchase list during my trip to South Africa and is the featured brand for Part II of my South African Fashion series. … Read More South African Fashion Series Part II: The Perfect Summer Dress
Create Festive Summer Looks with DIY Bow Tops and the Best Summer Visors
by Ayanna
DIY fashion meets function this summer… Bow front tops are a perfect pick for summer festivals and even to find some relief during summer heat waves. Did you know that you can easily transform your long sleeve button down top into a DIY front bow top? For this style hack post, I am sharing how to easily create a bow front top, along with sharing my favorite … Read More Create Festive Summer Looks with DIY Bow Tops and the Best Summer Visors
Styling Red: Go Bold for a Valentine’s Day Look
by Ayanna
With Valentine’s day around the corner, red is the color to wear if you are thinking about looks to celebrate the day of love. Wearing red can be daring on any day. It exudes boldness and confidence, and according to research, can also increase your perceived self-attractiveness (i.e a quick pick me up). Red dresses are a common go-to look for Valentine’s Day, but perhaps your plans … Read More Styling Red: Go Bold for a Valentine’s Day Look
Spice up Your Fall Wardrobe with Leopard Print
by Ayanna
Leopard print is my neutral. Check out my favorite leopard print pieces from around the web and my tips on how to style them.
Playful Puff Sleeves by Petersyn
by Ayanna
If there is one trend that I love with no signs of fading out soon, it is exaggerated sleeves. From ruffles, to bells, to puffs – I believe that fashion should be fun and creative. For this post, I am featuring a chic look that incorporates puff sleeves from an indie label I recently discovered. It is appropriate for the work place, so get … Read More Playful Puff Sleeves by Petersyn
Style in Full Bloom 