Jolly Jam

Jolly Jam by retailjourneys featuring an army jacket

Holiday Gold

Holiday Gold by retailjourneys featuring yellow gold rings

Cape Town

Cape Town by retailjourneys featuring a cape coat

Coat Check!

In my previous posts, I have talked about how it was my mission to update my coat swagger.
I have dedicated the next couple of weeks to study, seek and buy the right type of coat for
work, play, and leisure.  My research consisted of me rifling through October issues of all the fashion magazines, window shopping, and my favorite book of the moment, In Style's book, "The New Secrets of Style", by the editors of In Style magazine.  This book covers style from the inside out and was perfect for me because it broke down coats and what they mean to a woman's wardrobe. The coat chapter starts out with a wonderful statement, "A good coat is practical- it keeps elements out and warmth in-but a great coat also ups your style quotient."  It goes on to break down the basic five types of coats to look for when shopping, "workday, weekend, raincoat, evening coat, and one for the extreme cold."  I got extremely anxious when I read this because I realized that I only have 2 weekend coats. The fresh reminder of that feeling of embarrassment quite well, having my puffer coat on with my workday attire.  I was still cute though but the point was was that I knew it was all wrong and did it anyway.  So I must say all this research has me ready to get going on the additions to my wardrobe.  But it must be calculated so my next step is shop a couple of stores in the mall and see what I come up with.  I'll keep u posted with what I find.
I wanna leave you with this wonderful quote I found in my new fashion bible book.
"Coats are not just necessities-they're also immediate attention-grabbers.  So consider you outer layer a reflection of your inner style."
Until the next time...May All Your Outfits Match

Dream Weaver

Dream Weaver by retailjourneys featuring faux fur coats

Pretty Wrapped Up!!!

Pretty Wrapped Up!!! by retailjourneys featuring wool coats

A Coated Tale

Okay so this year I am really going to do it!!  I am going to update my coat closet or lack there of.
As cold as it was outside the past 3 years I have managed to get by with layering big chunky sweaters
and turtlenecks.  My turtleneck and sweater collection is to die for might I add.
I guess you can call it a coming of age moment but I can feel my mind set shifting into classic yet
funky mode as I turn another chapter in the book of life.  Okay so I know seeing all of these fabulous
coats in the magazines have sparked this zest of life into my thinking, but I gonna bite this time and really
invest in myself.  So of course I have done plenty of research and budgeted out what I was going to spend.
I have a couple of ideas that I want to share with you!!
Let me know what you think!
Until Next Time...May All Your Outfits Match

Wrapping Presents

Hmmm, Coats are like wrapping paper. They should be so pretty you almost don't want to take them off. Over the past couple of years, I can admit that I have neglected my coat inventory. I found myself every winter season just getting something to get by with. Which in the end was not smart at all because I found myself not having a coat for every occassion. All this talk brings me to my point. This year is the year that I am going to invest in 3 coats. I would like to have 3 functional coats that will not only keep me warm but keep me cute!!! What are you adding to your closet this season?
Until the next time...May All Your Outfits Match

White Chocolate Coated

White Chocolate Coated by retailjourneys featuring a fitted jacket

Butterfly Days

Butterfly Days by Retail Journeys featuring satin shoes

Spring is here!!!! How r u going to fly this season?!

Pink Power!

Pink Power! by Retail Journeys featuring a pink tee

I love Spring!!!

Spring Wishes

Spring Wishes by Retail Journeys on Polyvore.com

These items are all I need to get ready for Spring!!! I will invest this season and get some key pieces that will pop some items I already own in my closet!! I can't wait! What are you adding to your wardrobe this Spring?!

Spring Fever!!

Spring Fever!! by Retail Journeys on Polyvore.com

I am super hyped and ready for Spring!!! I luv the soft pastels colors that Spring represents!!!

Chambray!!!

Chambray!!! by Retail Journeys featuring maxi dresses

Chambray is a light and airy denim that I just luv!!! Spring is here!!!!

Lilac Love!!

Lilac Love!! by Retail Journeys featuring converse shoes

Spring 2011 is all about Lilac!! Update your Spring wardrobe instantly by adding a piece Lilac!!!

Denim Splash!!

Denim Splash!! by Retail Journeys featuring leather flats

I have stepped outside of my comfort zone and decided to try the next trend "Colored Denim!"
So as I get ready for spring here is a couple of my
keys looks!
This is not your late 80"s colored denim!

Oscar Buzz!!!

Oscar Buzz!!! by Retail Journeys featuring a leather dress

The Oscars have me feeling like dressing up in the
most beautiful dresses I could find!!!

Waist-Ful

Waist-Ful by Retail Journeys featuring a shirt dress

I am embracing my waistline this week!
Check out my go to pieces for work and play
this week!!

Solid Gold!!!

Solid Gold!!! by Retail Journeys featuring gold bracelets

Hip Holiday Hues!!!!

Holiday Cream!

Holiday Cream! by Retail Journeys featuring a knit hat

I Luv, Luv, Luv Winter White! How will u wear it this
Holiday Season!

All-New for 2010: 10 Hairstyles That Will Make You Look 10 Years Younger: allure.com

All-New for 2010: 10 Hairstyles That Will Make You Look 10 Years Younger: allure.com

Body Talk

Body Talk by Retail Journeys featuring sequined tops

What are you wearing underneath?
Are u prepared for emergencies?

Autumn Finally?!!

Every year I cannot wait until a season ends and a new one starts. Tomorrow marks the first day of fall and once again I find myself excited about the break in the weather. I am also excited because I am able to wear all my Fall sweaters and boots and at least be in season. Enjoy your start of Fall and break out your favorite fall pieces. Until the next time... May All Your Outfits Match!!!!!

Autumn Blues!

Autumn Blues! by Retail Journeys featuring going out tops

A great alternative to all the fall jewel tones and cheetah prints!

Match Your Lips to Your Dress - 10 New Style Rules to Try - Get Star Style - Fashion - InStyle

Match Your Lips to Your Dress - 10 New Style Rules to Try - Get Star Style - Fashion - InStyle

Rent a Runway Look - Big Night, Small Budget: 11 Ways to Make it Work - Get Star Style - Fashion - InStyle

Rent a Runway Look - Big Night, Small Budget: 11 Ways to Make it Work - Get Star Style - Fashion - InStyle

Chic Piece of the Week - Get Star Style - Fashion - InStyle

Take your look up a notch with some fabulous earrings!

Chic Piece of the Week - Get Star Style - Fashion - InStyle

Chic Piece of the Week - Get Star Style - Fashion - InStyle

Chic Piece of the Week - Get Star Style - Fashion - InStyle

Boots and Leggings Fall 2010

Boots and Leggings Fall 2010 by Retail Journeys featuring all saints boots

Stepping out with the season's most comfortable trend!!
Legging/Jeggings, how will you be wearing them this season!

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News - Jet Blue's Steven Slater to Undergo Mental Health Tests - Celebrity News - UsMagazine.com

Fall Shoes !!!

Fall Shoes !!! by Retail Journeys featuring ankle booties

This set is for all my shoe lovers!!!!
How are you stepping up your shoe game this Fall!!

Mixed Madness

Mixed Madness by Retail Journeys featuring a floral sweater

Now this is how you mix prints!!!
Have fun this Fall with your prints!
Happy September!

Fall Metrics

Fall Metrics by Retail Journeys featuring a stripe tunic

Getting in the Mod Mood for Fall!!!

Fall Fashion: the DOs and DON'Ts of Transitioning Your Wardrobe From Summer to Fall Fashion: glamour.com

Fall Fashion: the DOs and DON'Ts of Transitioning Your Wardrobe From Summer to Fall Fashion: glamour.com

Photos - Emmys: Worst Dressed of all Time! - Tina Yothers - UsMagazine.com

Photos - Emmys: Worst Dressed of all Time! - Tina Yothers - UsMagazine.com

If You Like Skinny Trousers, Try Tapered Pants - Shake Up Your Work Look with Fall's Top Trends - Fall Fashion Trends 2010 - Fashion - InStyle

If You Like Skinny Trousers, Try Tapered Pants - Shake Up Your Work Look with Fall's Top Trends - Fall Fashion Trends 2010 - Fashion - InStyle

Shop the Leather Jackets Trend - Fall Style Guide - Fall Fashion Trends 2010 - Fashion - InStyle

Shop the Leather Jackets Trend - Fall Style Guide - Fall Fashion Trends 2010 - Fashion - InStyle

Hot and Cold!

Ladies!!! It's that time of year when the temperature gets unpredictable. One day it's 60 degrees and the next it 90 degrees. Now is the time when layers are essential to your everyday attire. Twin sets are my favorite layering piece especially for those days when the mornings are brisk and in the early evenings the sun seems as though it is sitting in my lap.

How will you be adding layers to your wardrobe during the gradual change of seasons?!

Send in your favorite fall pic! Check out my favorite pieces for fall!

Until the next time...May All Your Outfits Match!!

Tippi

Denim Days!!!!

Jeans, Jeans Galore!!!!

I luv denim, whether it is a tailored jacket that I dress down slacks with, or my denim dress that I wear when I walk around Georgetown while shopping with friends. To my favorite denim shoes that I pair with my favorite khaki Gap dress. What does denim mean to you?!

Check out my long over due radio show this Thursday, August 19 @ 11pm est, we talk about everything Denim! How to shop for them, How to care for them, how to wear them to work or play. Please feel free to call in with all your questions/comments/concerns and my co-host and I will answer. Until then May All Your Outfits Match!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sex in MY City!!!!!!

It is that time again! The Gods have blessed us with another installment of our favorite Sex in the City girlfriends on the big screen looking FASHIONABLY FABULOUS!

What is the big hype u non-followers might ask? It is as simple as this Sex in the City was an outlet for women to express who they are sexually, professionally, emotionally, and physically. What this movie means to me is why I moved to a big city. I swear when this show came on HBO I was already living a similar life just in a small college town kinda way. I was coming into my own, having just left home. For the first time in my life I was able to make my own decisions without having to run it by someone else.

I am blessed to have been one of those individuals that grew up watching and observing life around me. Thanks to cable TV (cinemax after dark), Black Love magazines and my mother's Harold Robbins books, I knew what sex was at an early age and I experimented with sex throughout life on my terms. I was responsible with it and understood the consequences of every act from the very beginning.

Along the way there were your typical judgements. Mostly by the men who go through life thinking with their pee-pees and others by the females who didn't understand or maybe who weren't comfortable in their own skin.

I believe from the beginning the title alone turned off many of fans because it was so provocative especially with for women as leads in the early ninties. I think the fashion was too wacky for those who didn't understand fashion as an art form. Not to mention there were no people of color or whatever else turned u off about the show. At any rate I thank these four special ladies who have touched my life in so many different ways.

I thank Carrie for being that fashion muse and using fashion as an art form. She has no limits when it comes to glamour and glitz. She made city life hype in my eyes and shaped my view of just how special great friends really are (sniffle)!

Thank you Miranda for sprucing up corporate America. Thank you for tastefully bringing color and chic into the work place. I also loved how you showed how juggling work, motherhood and coupledom is not easy. Through it all your friends always had your back (sniffle, sniffle)!

Thank you Charlotte for being classic chic. She can wear a plaid or a cardigan like no other, and can also turn a neutral into a work of art. She shows us Moms of the world how you can stay at home and remain stylish. She also showed us how you don't have to be trendy but you can still be fashionable.

Last but not least thank you Samantha you really and truly defined the term cougar for me. You have showed me that the whole mid-life crisis is only what you make it. You are truly a survivor. She got women comfortably talking about sex at the table. Her freedom of sexual expression can be felt from the way she handles business to the way she walks down the street. She taught me truly to believe that 40 was the new 20 and you can tastefully dress sexy and still rule the world.

I will not lie all of these women's lives are contagious.

All the bright lights and big the city was where I wanted to land and conquer. I thank all the ladies collectively for really truly showing me that I really wasn't crazy just ahead of my time sexually and being different is what life is all about. As a woman it was okay to talk about sex openly and life experiences with your girlfriends. Life was all about experiences and what you learn from them all while being Fabulous.

You shouldn't have to sacrifice who you are just because somebody else has a problem with it-

Carrie Bradshaw