Retail Journeys

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Cape Town

Cape Town by retailjourneys featuring a cape coat

Saturday, October 29, 2011

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

Friday, October 28, 2011

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

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Butterfly Days

Butterfly Days by Retail Journeys featuring satin shoes

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

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Pink Power!

Pink Power! by Retail Journeys featuring a pink tee

I love Spring!!!

Thursday, March 17, 2011

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?!

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

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!!!

Saturday, March 5, 2011

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!!!

Monday, February 28, 2011

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!