Missing in Action

I've been M.I.A!! My apologies. I've had the opportunity to work on another side of the fashion curtain. I'll share those moments in another blog, but speaking of M.I.A, let's explore! The Sri Lanka native whose beats are head bobbing and fashion is head turning, has a style of her own. Anytime I've seen MIA, I have not been surprised with her choice of style. It's off the wall, loud, colorful, and to some can be considered obnoxious, but it is her style. Can someone look at you and know what your style is? It's nice to have a signature. It's what will make you stand out from the rest of the brood. It can be anything from a piece of jewelry to your whole image. Take a moment to look at your wardrobe and determine what your signature is.

Rain, rain go away! No, stay...

Because I have some pretty fly water repellent. There aren't many things more aggravating than spending the day in wet socks or jeans! The hair can be saved, but there isn't much to do about soggy socks other than stand under a restroom hand dryer. It is essential to tote an umbrella with you for rainy days, but two other important investments are a rain coat and rain boots.

We've come a long way with stylish boots. My grandfather used to sport galoshes that he threw on top of his shoes. Today that look is so very taboo. You can choose from a variety of rain boots, booties, and shoes. You can get a pair that are sleek with a pointy toe or round toes with fun designs. Whichever style you choose, your tootsies stay warm and dry.



For the rainy day that just won't go away, cover up your fit in a rain coat. There are many variations to this number as well. Long, short, cropped... It depends on how dry and fly you'd like to be.

Mix and match with your coat, boots, and umbrella for a great rainy day look. Once inside and out of the rain, your hair may be frizzed and your mascara may be running, but you still look good!

The Glamorous Life

How often do we have the chance to get all dolled up and be super glam? It's probably been since prom that I wore diamonds and pearls and reverted to old Hollywood glam. I've discovered a way to channel Marilyn Monroe in a very casual way. Red lips, a fur stole, diamonds, & pearls are all so glam! I wear red lips with a pair of jeans and a simple white tee running to the grocery store. My lips serve as an accessory and are simply fabulous and luxurious. The weather isn't very cold just yet for my vintage fur, but once there is the slightest chill in the air, I again will pair my jeans and white tee with my fur. These options are for the days you'd like to add a little something to your day.

Going all out is another option that I believe we should anticipate every now and again. Glamour is a seductive subtlety that can be showcased in wearing a little black dress with an updo and a string of pearls. Or a floor length silk gown with long gloves and diamonds.

It feels good to feel sexy. Either simply or subtlely, you can be glamorous any day of the week.

Comfy wear, Chic flair

I love dressing down as much as dressing up, but I like to stay fly either way. One way to maintain a chic look that's comfortable is to wear oversized tops/sweaters and wear slim fitting bottoms. Leggings, skinny jeans, tights. The oversize keeps you warm and cozy. It can hide a pouch and a tush. The slim fit balances the volume from the top and offers shape to the overall look.

An old faithful option of staying comfortable is throwing on a hoodie with sweats. Update the hoodie with this American Apparel version of a dress and slip into a pair of flat booties and you've got the look.

If you can't tell by now, I adore leggings! They are super comfortable and can be paired with almost anything. They can be dressed up and down. And there are many, many variations of the legging. Remember the stirrup? They're back! Rock the stirrup with a ballet flat, a moccasin, or have fun with a cut out shoe to show off the stirrup.

Cashmere and jersey fabric both combine style with comfort.  Almost anything cashmere or jersey knit will promise coziness while being simply fabulous.

Think twice before walking out the door in frumpy wear because it's comfortable. Know that there are options in all categories of your wardrobe to stay fly.

Suited for the job

"You gotta look good. See, when you look good you feel good. You feel good, you sell good." -Deion Sanders

Owning a basic black suit is necessary for any woman's closet. There are many variations of what a basic black suit can be... Shift dress with a jacket, skirt, shorts, slacks, or jumpsuit all accompanied with a blazer. I have learned an invaluable lesson after being caught without my basic black one time too many. Scrambling to find something appropriate to wear to a presentation left me without many options and resulted in my looking unprofessional and uncomfortable, which lended to a fumbled presentation that I already had rattled nerves for.

I invested in a basic black suit. Years have passed and that suit remains in my wardrobe. I update it with belts and bows and blouses. I'm preparing for an interview and it's time for another update. Vests are a great piece for the wardrobe. It can be worn during any season. I can pair my vest with my black skirt and wear an amazing blouse under it. Another chic and modern look is to cinch my waist with a wide belt over the jacket. Both looks are professional, all the while updating and adding flair to what is otherwise simple.