Save or Splurge: Personalized Clutch

The Personalized Clutch

I am loving over-sized clutches right now and some of the coolest ones I have seen have cute little messages and sayings on them that express your thoughts, mood or point of view. These clutches are an awesome way to express yourself through fashion! How do you feel about this trend? Would you save or splurge?

 Boyy Personalize Clutch 

Splurge $595

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Zara Leather Pouch 

Save $29.90

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I personally own the Zara clutch in white (this color is currently sold out) and am considering purchasing the yellow as well. I can't wait to pair my clutch with cute outfits for the spring and summer! Although I love the Boyy clutch, it is a bit pricey for my budget right now.

I plan on featuring my Zara clutch in an upcoming outfit post, but if anyone is interested in seeing a size comparison please let me know. 

Save Me Sunday: Spring Blooms

Happy Spring and Happy Sunday to everyone! I know that I have been on hiatus for a while but hopefully I will be updating more often from now on. Being that it is spring and the temperatures are finally warming up, I was in the mood to put on some bright colors. It is no secret that I am a big fan of floral prints so for a morning at church I opted for a floral print blazer and a bright blue tank to offset my neutral trousers and shoes. I recently purchased my first pair of Brian Atwood pumps in a nude patent and I must say that they are some of the most comfortable heels that I own.

Unfortunately I am taking pictures inside today because it started raining when we were on our way home from church. Spring does after all bring rain showers. Hopefully soon I will be able to showcase more spring and summer outfits outside in the bright sunshine for the blog. Anyways, pictures and outfit details below.








Clutch: Mango 

 Earrings: Dorothy Perkins

  Shoes: B Brian Atwood here 

 Trousers: Lane Bryant

 Blazer and Tank: Forever 21

Outfit of the Day: Casual Character

For a casual Sunday afternoon outing I decided to pair my Disney character sweatshirt with jeans and my timberland boots. I had a pair of these boots back in high school and unfortunately got rid of them. Just like with everything in fashion what was once old is new again so I decided to purchase a fresh pair to wear this winter. I have quite a few outfits in mind to pair these boots with so be prepared to see them a lot lol!

I was super excited when the Disney collection was released for Forever 21. I love cute little shirts with characters that can be mixed and matched with my everyday wardrobe and don't make me look juvenile. I must say that this collection did not disappoint. I purchased a few items and will probably end up picking up a few other shirts and a hat or two. You can shop what is left of the collection here. There are items available in regular, plus size and men's.

Sweatshirt: Forever 21 Disney Mickey & Co. Collection , Jeans: James Jeans cropped jeans, Boots: Timberland Women's 6" Premium Boots 

 I like to be dressed comfortably but not overdressed or dressed up (unless to occasion calls for it). Casual and cute is my staple. You will almost never catch me in sneakers and a t shirt, because that is just not how I feel comfortable. What are some of your favorite casual and weekend looks?

Currently Trending

Pointed Toe Pumps

Pointed toe pumps have been a staple off and on in fashion for many years and this year they are back with a vengeance! Many designers are straying from the huge platforms pumps and opting for the more classic look of a non-platform style pointed toe pump. You can find these pumps in an array of colors and materials including leather, patent leather, and suede. Although I do enjoy a good platform, I can definitely appreciate the classic pointed toe pump. I am especially fond of all the bright bold colors that designers are currently offering. I have listed some of my favorite pointed toe pumps at various price points as well as some of the ways I wear my pointed toe pumps. I would love to know how you wear your pointed toe pumps as I am always in the mood for some new style inspiration!

Jimmy Choo Anouk

 

Steve Madden Invade

Jessica Simpson Adeni

Nine West Sally

These gorgeous blue suede babies below from BCBGeneration are a recent addition to my closet. Find a similar pair here on sale!

I also recently purchased the Jessica Simpson Adeni pumps mentioned above. Ladies if you want your own pair hurry (click the link above)! They are currently on sale for $31.99 and are sure to sell out quick!

Currently Trending

FLORAL

It seems that floral patterns are all over the place these days. Whether it be a monotone floral or a brightly colored pattern, floral is showing up everywhere! I have recently purchased a few floral blazers and am excited about incorporating them into my wardrobe as the spring and summer months approach. Below is a look at some affordable pieces to add to your wardrobe that will help in achieving the on trend floral look.

 Floral Print Blazer

  Rose Pattern Trousers

 Aloha Print Blazer

Accessories I Love: Honesty Jewelry

A few years ago while I browsing blogs I noticed that a lot of celebrities, socialites, etc were wearing beautiful beaded bracelets that came in an array of colors and styles. I started doing research trying to figure out where to buy these bracelets. I looked for them locally (at the time I was living in South Carolina) but was not able to find the exact style of bracelets that I was looking for. One day in late 2010/ early 2011 while browsing online I started to look for the bracelets again and came across a blog post that talked about Honesty Jewelry. I found the company's website and began to look into what they had to offer. I was immediately impressed by the different options that the ladies had to offer and the attention to detail they took when making their bracelets. I decided not to order right then because although I liked the bracelets I some how still thought that I would be able to find something similar in my local mall or jewelry store. After not being able to locate any of these bracelets locally, I finally decided to order from Honesty. At the time the ladies were did not have an eCommerce site so I purchased from retailers recommended through their website.  I absolutely love my bracelets! I have a collection of 20+ currently and get compliments on them every time I wear them! I have a variety of colors and styles and I mix and match them in stacks together and also with my other jewelry like my watches, love bracelet and diamond bangles gifted to me by my husband. The bracelets compliment any outfit and are always an attention grabber and eye catcher. I can't say enough about how they complete an outfit!I know that there are now a lot of bead bracelets on the market and that different companies and individuals make them but I am truly pleased with the purchases I have made. Love, love, love my Honesty Jewelry bracelets.

 Visit Honesty Jewelry for additional information and to purchase.

Jeans, Jeans, and More Jeans

If you are anything like me then you love jeans! If I could I would wear jeans everyday (unfortunately my job only allows them on Fridays and during the Summer)! I am constantly buying jeans and can never get enough of them! Since jeans are something that you can dress up or down and are so versatile, I decided that I would post about some of my favorite jeans and where I buy them. I tend to buy jeans that fit my body well no matter the price point. Of course I love a good sale, but when it comes to looking good I will not buy a pair of jeans just because they are cheap. If they are not flattering to my body type then that just means that I wasted my money anyway!

Different body types require different things when it comes to fit. For me, having hips, thighs and butt I have to look for jeans that address these different aspects and still allow me to be comfortable. I do like to show off my figure but I don't like to look or feel awkward and/or uncomfortable. I like to be stylish but when it comes to jeans I look for more classic styles and colors that will last me through multiple seasons and even years. I have made some trendy jean purchases and later ended up regretting them so now I stick to the basics. One exception is the recent trend in colored jeans which I love! I am also tall and have a slight phobia of my pants or jeans being too short so unless I am going for an ankle or cropped fit I tend to gravitate towards pants that come in longer inseams.
Here are some of my favorite jean designers and stores where I buy jeans.

1. James Jeans- I have recently purchased jeans from this company and I love the fit! They are on the pricier side but as I said earlier if I know that I am going to get my money's worth I do not mind spending . The fit is awesome (no gap in the waist or dropped crotch which is something I don't like) and the have styles with longer inseams which is perfect for us tall curvy girls.James Jeans can also be purchased at Nordstrom and Saks.
2. Not Your Daughter's Jeans- When the coated denim trend started I searched high and low for a pair that where flattering for a plus size woman and did not look cheap and tacky. I found everything I was looking for and more in a pair by Not Your Daughter's Jeans! Not only was the fit flattering, but the quality in my opinion was impeccable. I would definetly purchase from this company/designer again. Not Your Daughter's Jeans can also be purchased at Dillards, Nordstrom, and Neiman Marcus.
3. Torrid- I love torrids plus size skinny jean selection! First off they sell by inseam which is perfect for me because as I mentioned earlier I like for my jeans to be long! They also have variety of styles and sizes to suit the different needs of plus size body types. 
4. JC Penney (store brand and A.N.A.)- JC Penney has really been stepping their game up lately when it comes to the selection of plus size clothing. The jean department has been no exception. Not only are they offering many of the trendy jeans ie. colored skinny and patterned jeans in plus sizes but they also have many styles that will stand the test of time such as boot cut and straight leg jeans in classic and dark washes. 
5. Old Navy- Old Navy offers jeans in many different styles and colors to fit your price range, body type and style. Some of my favorite offerings from old navy are the rock star jeggings which are a thicker material and comprable to a regular pair of jeans and the dark wash boot cut jeans.The plus size offerings from old navy are exclusively sold online so it is good to know your measurements when ordering.
6. Levi's- Levi's is the classic american jean company that is easy recognizable by the red or silver tab on the back pocket. The plus size options are comfortable, stylish, and really compliment the curvy woman's body. 
7. Eloquii- Offers a variety of jeans in different inseams,styles, sizes and colors. These jeans have a good fit and just enough stretch which makes them comfortable and easy to wear. Many of eloquii's jean styles come in classic and curvy options.