Hi dolls! its the ninth day of the new year a week has already gone by wow! I predict this year is going to race by, which is kind of bitter sweet for me because my not so little munchkin is turning six soon . Seems like he was born yesterday however before I procede down nostalgia lane let me get back to this post. I seem to be keeping it simple these days, I actually wore this outfit before the Gray post but thought it was too simple for the blog (I need to stop second guessing myself lol). After reading this post by stylishcurves and watching this vid on pocketsandbowsTV I decide otherwise. Also black and white seem to be the combination of the moment. I am so behind on up and coming trends I seriously need to do some homework, I can tell you to keep your eye out for stripes preferably black and white and for the color emerald. Last september was hectic for me because I was transitioning so I was out of the fashion week loop, on that note I cant believe Fashion Week (NY) is only a month away time flies, this time last year I was preparing for IFBCON. By the way I still feel like the outfit is missing something what would you add?
P.s If you are a blogger and you havnt been (IFBCON) its definitely an experience and now they have jazzed it up and made it a two day event.
Its Cybermonday! here are a few things I wish would mysteriously enter my closet; I also included links! So if you preferred to let your turkey marinate in your belly instead of participating in the workout session called "black friday" all is not lost.
get leather jacket on sale HERE get sequin jacket on sale HERE get red peplum jacket HERE get cardigan HERE
Get red dress HERE get lace dress HERE get teal dress HERE the black version is onsale
get houndstooth skirt HERE oxblood skirt HERE get leather skirt HERE get Jacquard pant HERE
Get polka dot Jumpsuit on sale HERE get sequin blue dress HERE leopard dress HERE get lace dress HERE
Here is the online version of black friday and I happen to prefer it and I am gauging a lot of other folks too, because forever21 is almost sold out lol. I had so many things in my cart.
Asos has an additional 30% sitewide including sale items just enter CYBERMONDAYSPECIAL on till 11/30
For those who arnt into shopping across the pond Forever21 also has free shipping sitewide CYBERMON I believe these codes are one day only 11/26! so run! dont walk.
P.s Hope you guys had a marvelous thanksgiving I know I did.
Sorry to interrupt regularly scheduled programing. This post was intended to be a video on youtube but after some thought I knew I wouldn't have it up before thanksgiving so I opted to do a post. If you have ever ventured into making video's you will know its no small feet. From editing out outtakes to bloopers: I have a very VIBRANT five year old ( who always wants to be in mommy's videos), to voice overs, to editing pictures, to video effects and finally rendering ( in my mind you only do youtube for two reasons you love it or you are getting paid lol).
I came up with three scenarios and styled my outfits accordingly.
Meet the parents
For many reasons the holidays seem to be the most convenient time for folks in relationships to meet each others families. If you are in that situation this is for you. Personally I would go sweet and sassy no matter your personal style (that is if you are into whips, chains, spikes, lace, leather and all things naughty) this is not the time to show it ( even if its on trend) mom's as well as dads have a view in their heads of whom they want their son to be with and none of the afore mentioned items of clothing is involved. With that in mind I started with a chiffon blouse tucked into a skater skirt which I finished of with opaque tights and a bootie.
Now this is what I do during the holidays.I leave all my fancy clothes at home because they get in the way of me getting down.This is such an easy outfit a tunic and leggings . Legging are perfect cause they have stretch in them and a roomy tunic will camouflage any food baby.
Tunic: H&M (get similar HEREHERE) sleeveless trench: Old Navy leggings: Target ( cool leggings HEREHERE)
boots: Just Fab ( get HERE or similar HERE and wide calf ones HERE) scarf: Gift
Host/Hostess
First I will say I have never been a hostess (at least not officially anyway). Its something I dread ( but I know its coming) because I know the work involved in cooking and of course cleaning because your having guests over and finally cleaning after they leave. Like most hostesses you will be busy till the last minute, probably showering as your guests are arriving. You want to keep things simple, practical but put together/luxe. when I think luxe "silk" is the first thing that comes to mind. I started off with a silk blouse and to add a kick I paired it with leather pants, finally I topped it off with a cozy cardigan a statement ring and sparkly studs.
ring: Ebay studs:Moms blouse: Thrift(get similar HEREHERE) Sweater :Thrift (A Printed one HERE or HERE)
P.S skater skirts are great for all body types they camouflage as well as give the illusion of more where their is less and you can eat as much as you want. Also leather pants are optional maybe a Jacquard/ brocade pant or one in oxblood if you want to stay on trend but any slim/ankle pants will do. Would love to see what you wear for your upcoming holiday dinners you can tag me on IG or tweet me a pic everything is @supplechic. So which role will you be playing for Thanksgiving/Christmass?
For those who dont know it I have a youtube channel. I started first making videos so I thought it was only fitting for me to start a series with my current favorites on youtube. The honest truth is that I dont watch t.v I watch youtube dont ask me about any shows on cable because I honestly will be clueless, aside form my guilty pleasure HBO(In Addition to Scandal "I ♥ Kerry" and finally Homeland). Hope you like!
BACKSYNCFAN love thrifting and love reconstructing thrift finds. Unfortunately for me I have two containers filled with stuff I am currently working on. So she gets major points for following through and completing her reconstructions. I got so many ideas from this video hope you do too.
ALLTHINGSFAB101
Love Asia she has great taste. I just love everything about this look: the Midi length dress, the gold plated belt, the floral moto-cycle jacket, the autumn colors.........
THEFASHIONCITIZEN
I really love these twin girls,they both work in the retail industry so you know they have dynamite taste. I am always intrigued/inspired by the combinations they come up with.
SUPPLECHIC
Of course I had to put one of my videos lol! shameless plug one of my favorite trends for fall is leather ; so I had do a look-book featuring leather and while thrifting I scored this amazing sequin jacket! literally I have had a sequin jacket on my thrift list for ever. So I was super excited when I found this one. I would have preferred black and gold or colored sequins but hey beggars aren't choosers. Subsequently I decided to include it in the look-book and also to showcase how you can style up and old tee and jeans.
WENDYS LOOKBOOK
So with age I have become a hopeless romantic( to my dismay) and this video that was made by Wendys beaux almost made me cry. Most men who help out with youtube videos dont do it by choice and God only knows the cajoling that must go on behind the lens. I love how invested he is in her venture; you can see the love through the lens and wendy's rise characterizes the quote "two heads are better than one" kudos to you mystery man.
POPFABSUGARTV
Lastly I Love videos that show ways to wear anything and a jean jacket is a classic/staple. If you dont have one run to your nearest store and if you are on a budget thrift stores have loads. This video shows how versatile a Jean jacket is. Throw it on anything and it just tones it down it creates that "I am not trying too hard look".Furthermore I love the concept of this video. I lust for the days when I will have the equipment and expertise to make such awesome video's, but I try to tell my self its one step at a time. A one man crew can only do so much.
P.S I am always on the lookout for new channels, any suggestions?
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It seems that of late I have become intrigued by all things french. Hence the title "five things" I think its because of the latest street style shots from Paris fashion week. Or it may be because the innate frenchman in me has surfaced. Frenchman? I took french of and on for about six years of my life. The funny thing about the whole thing is all I can say is "what is your name" and "my name is". I feel bad for my mom sometimes she really tried to make me cultured, french, piano ......... But all I wanted to do was draw and sing. Now here are my current five favorites:
I AM loving the current explosion of plus size bloggers in TUTU's. As I said on my FB page I guess we all have inner ballerina's in us. As usual Gabi didint disappoint I also loved the outfit Gurl With Curves put together; if you are intrested in this style I know that forever21 has a few less expensive versions of the tutu skirt. I could write a post just on the PENCIL SKIRT. The pencil skirt embodies my philosphy on style: it accentuates ones curves, it is sultry/sexy without being vulgar, its sophisticated and leaves room for the imagination............. Pairing it with a tee makes it modern and gives off that effortlessy chic vibe we are all trying to attain. Off course one of the biggest trends for fall is LEATHER and I have been obssesed with leather sleeves for about two winters I am still trying to find the "right look" within my price point. I am crossing my fingers that it will happen soon. PRINTS!!! If you didn't know I am Nigerian, we love prints and all things colorful, bold and clashing. You can take the girl out of Naija but you cant take the Naija out of her. Last but not least SOLANGE I am thoroughly intrigued by this woman; I just love her style and how she owns who she is. It cant be easy being her, but if her sister owns her music SOLANGE owns her style, her style is impecable! its the perfect mix of high, low, edgy, modern, and vintage with an ethnic twist. My goal is that one day I will be able to work with her ( I am having a Stan moment ). P.S Rant alert!I need a HTML crash course I have spent literally four hours trying to place picture where I want them and trying to get rid of extra space really peeved feeling a little better now if the space wants to be there let it be!! Ive got a Mini Look-book out on the TUBE check it out if you havnt already
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I think Fall is every Bloggers favorite season, especially in the last couple of years because you can play with textures and layer. For me I love FALL because its a relief from the scorching summer but still warm enough to enjoy being outside.
New York Fashion week has wrapped up so I thought this would be the perfect time to do this post. I am playing catch up this year like I previously said but so far I like what I see for S/S 2013. However we have to get back to this season.
Hands down my favorite trend and the trend that has been in my top five list four seasons in a row is the PRINT TREND and most importantly "mixing prints".
It was personified this FALL in the printed Cigarette Pant and for me the J.Crew presentation encapsulated everything I love for A/W 2012
EMBELLISHMENTS,LEATHER, HEAD TO TOE PRINTS, ARE THE NAME OF THE GAME PLUS THE EVER PRESENT MILITARY TREND
AND THE COLOR FOR FALL................ IS OXBLOOD
ANOTHER KEY COMBINATION WAS BLACK AND GOLD I WAS GOING TO SAY AN ODE TO WIZ BUT THEN I REMEMBERED HIS WAS BLACK AND YELLOW
For more on A/W 2012TRENDS click on the video
P.S The winner of the contest will be announced in my next video and on Instagram
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