Fashionistaz Life

There are times when we rarely take advantage of the sights in the city.  We're always in a rush and the hustle and bustle really doesn't allow us to enjoy such moments.  Now until January, Bryant Park has these wonderful shops with vendors selling everything from kettle corn popcorn, paintings, photography and jewelry.  I was passing by and decided to stop in the David Julia jewelry shop.  The outside was pretty showcasing necklaces and earth-toned colored pillows.  When I walked in my eyes widened with excitement with all the jewelry, intricately designed scarfs and pieces for your home.  It was too good, I couldn't help not sharing with you.  Not to mention, they were having a great sale.  There were earrings that were 70% off.  I love a sale.  I mean who doesn't.   

Statement Rings.

 Usually when I purchase a coat, my first thought is to pick up basic black.  It matches with everything and I don't have to worry about will it clash if I wear a brighter colored bag or shoes.  I purchased this coat last year on sale.  I've worn it with pretty much every color under the sun.  Like the times I've worn it here and here.  It's just something about wearing this coat that just brightens up my look and my mood. 

Coats by Calvin Klein
Coats by Betsey Johnson

Clockwise:

Fur Collar Coat – $268

Dollhouse Jacket, Long Sleeve Military Button Textured Coat – $89.99

Calvin Klein Coat, Funnel Collar Double Breasted – $380 $199.99

Colorful Tweed Double Breasted Coat – $450 $337.50

DKNY Coat, Abby Wool Blend Trench – $380 $199.99

Apt. 9® Solid Coat – $120 $49.99

Images via Monica Rose

I've been style stalking Kourtney kardashian.  She's been seen with such girly, trendy and a tab bit edgy styles .  I'm really loving the Alexander McQueen black lace-up platforms which she wears with many of her outfits.    

Button Front Tops by Urban Outfitters
Boots at Bluefly

Tulle Faux Fur Jacket – $75

Velvet Angels black suede 'Marquee' lace up boots – $195

Grey Shimmer Pleat Skirt Babydoll Dress – $110

Rare Tie Back Feather Shoulder Dress  – $62.06

Cooperative Velvet Bow Blouse – $58

Betsey Johnson Cat Eye Sunglasses   – $65

Ralph Lauren Evelia Leopard Haircalf Flat – $89 $64.99

Z Spoke by Zac Posen Metallic Pleated Skirt – $425 $127.49

L'oreal "Stroke of Midnight" Nail Polish $2.29–4.99

Jacelyn Metal Chain Quilted Purse  – $78

I'm always curious to know what women carry in their bags.  It seems the larger the bag the more stuff we seem to cram into it.  This Michael Kors bag happens to be one of my faves.  I carry it almost everyday.  I've worn it here, here and here.  My bag is usually messier than this with old receipts and anything else that pretty much gets thrown in it on any given day.  I cleaned it out and figured I'd take a picture of the final result:

-Michael Kors sunnies: He's on of my fave designers.  I brought these about 3 years ago and it hasn't left my side since.

-iPod: When I'm out and about I have to have my music!  Even when working at home music is in the background or I'm just no good to anyone.

-Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy perfume: It's such a light and airy scent.  It's one of the very few perfumes that I own that I wear in the summer and winter.

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Stationery by Barneys New York
Clutches by Kimchi & Blue

 Can you believe that it's the holiday season already?  Where did 2010 go?  If you're an early shopper, then this is the time to get your shop on.  Even though I know some people who started over the summer.  I still believe in the thought not the price of a gift is the most important thing.  You can get some great items at resonable prices.  These items (I'm currently eyeing the leopard wrap ring) are stylish and practical.  I hope this list helps you if you just started shopping or looking for items to give as secret santa gifts. 

 SEPHORA by OPI Chic Print for Nails – $15

Satin And Lace Flower Headband – $4.80 $3.84

Leopard Wrap Ring – $12

By Lauren Luke My Vintage Glams and My Glossy Lips Complete Makeup Palette  – $18.50

Tribal Diamond Necklace – $10.80

Music Pillar Candle  –$16

Love Story Ring Minder – $19.99

Kimchi Blue Bow Clutch – $18

New York Naught or Nice Holiday Greeting Cards – $25

Ruffle Front Open Cardigan – $24.80

SEPHORA by OPI Chic Print for Nails – $15

Merona coat, H&M sweater, Gloria Vanderbilt jeans, vintage bag, thrift store find boots, Michael Kors sunnies

I've fallen in love with pink all over again.  When I was younger I was so into it, it was almost sickening.  Then as I got older, I thought it was a bit childish.  These pink pieces here inspired me to get with the oh so girly color again.  I was in need of some knit sweaters so I opted for the cozy knit style in pink.    It works well with skinny jeans and knee-high boots or leggings and flats on a day where the weather wants to tease us.  I hardly ever get a chance to stroll around the city.  It was the perfect back drop to take pics while wearing my new (old) find. 

I just recently celebrated my birthday.  I had a big remininsce fest with some friends on how the R&B and Hip-Hop of the 90s was just so damn good.  I remember buying cassette tapes and listening to sides A & B all the way through.  Rarely was there a song that I didn't like.  Then, the entertainment magazines Word Up!, Yo! Rap Masters I would get all of my entertainment gossip and fashion inspiration from them.  I'm always inspired by the old school fashions.  You can see it by what I wore here.  Before I decided to persue a career in fashion, I aspired to become an artists' manager or a music producer. 

Necklaces by Rachel Roy
Diamond Necklaces by Forever 21

 Ever see a woman wearing a necklace and you just can't help but stare at it?  I recently saw a woman with such an intricately designed necklace I stared at it for so long she probably thought I was crazy.  Until I finally approached her and asked where she purchased it.  To my surprise, she had a friend that designed the onyx, metal and chain necklace for her.  It  made me think about how much I really need a statement necklace to my collection.  It will jazz up a jeans and t-shirt look.  When paired with a simple dress, it will look ultra glam. 

Clockwise:

Juicy Couture Layered Velvet Torsade Necklace – $148

Metal Mesh Necklace – $29

Fringe Chain and Stone Bib Necklace – $34

Tribal Diamond Necklace – $10.80

Statement Arrow Necklace – $100 $50

GLYNNETH B Spike fringe necklace – $565

Heartthrob Collar, Ships 1/7 – $65

Common 

Nick Cannon with a plaid look

Anthony Mackie bringing back the church suit double-breasted suit

Usher

Jay-Z

Trey Songz

Maxwell

Omarion

Here on the east coast, the weather has been crazy.  One minute we're bundle up.   The next we're wearing light-weight jackets, blazers and sweaters.  Men's fashion has taken note to that. You can never go wrong with a cardigan sweater or leather jackets on chilly days.  There's nothing more sexier than a man in a suit. 

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Cardigans by LOFT
Flats by Forever 21

 I used to think that once the colder months hit that it was a fashion don't to wear pink.  All of my pink pieces went to the back of my closet.  I'm not sure where I got this theory from, but I'm completely over it now.  Pink is so girly and when paired with certain pieces can look very sexy as in the studded ankle boots.  Will you be rocking pink this fall?

Chiffon Tiered Dress by Rare Opulence** – $178

Silk rosette skirt – $179

Jeweled Ballet Flats – $19.80

Shawl Collar Cardigan – $89.50

Tall Grid Beaded Neckline Dress – $135

Essie Nail Polish "Vanity Fairest" – $8

Melie Bianco Laura Tote Bag – $98

KG by Kurt Geiger Electric Studded Shoe Boots – $310.32