my new fave shoes

who says you can't look good in a pair of payless shoes. @ around $17 (on sale) you can't beat it. the tie die tunic is forever21 and lemon-green pants are metrostyle. the blue shirt is from old navy and the skirt is so old i can't recall where i got it from. it works. glasses: betsey johnson

what i do?

it has occurred to me when i pass my business cards out that people are not sure what services i offer. this post will hopefully clear that up.
      i am an interpreter of fashion...i interpret what's on the runways and make it accessible to those folks who don't have gobbles of money to spend on for example a $2500 louis vuitton handbag. i translate what you see in high fashion magazines to more affordbale options for the common girl. i offer tips and advice to help you look like those celebrities, models, fashionistas we've all come to admire. i make it accessible.

i believe that we are all one and even though we may be in different income brackets we can all look our best.

in addition to that i am a seamstress.
 i have constructed
countless outfits,
prom dresses,
men's suits,
home decor,
children's wear
and 2 wedding dresses.

if you see it, i can make it.

that being said i am also a stylist offering you affordable options to look your best. i believe in inclusivity, not exclusivity.
i am currently a fashion design student at the baltimore city community college in baltimore, md. i consider this blog as a starting point in my creation of my career in fashion. i am not a computer expert by no means...so i'm still learning, diligently i might add. my career plans include a website by december 2012 and budget fashion magazine by december 2017. i believe, then trust, it will come to fruition. i hope you will join me in my journey!

today's QPT

instant interest: WEAR A BIG RING. u can pick one up at h&m for about 5.95 or check out your local thrift shop.

today's QPT

want to create an instant hourglass figure? wear a belt. cinched at the waist or a lil above it creates an instant figure flattering shape and gives you style and sophistication on the cheap. pick one up at your fave place to shop or a street vendor 4 a good price-$5

todays quick pick tip (QPT)

everyday where something special to you and that gets attention-like today I have on a white fossil watch given to me by my special, special friend Aaron. whoopee!

my fave place to shop

u might not believe it but...it is the hospital gift shop. i know, i know you're saying (like my gfriend naomi) the only thing a hospital gift shop  has are gifts for sick loved ones and magazines and stuff. but let me tell you, you would be amazed what these hidden jewels tout. need a unique accessory? check out the hospital gift shop the next time you're visiting  a sick loved one. you can pick up something for yourself as well as you're loved one. below are just a few of the items i have purchased from the hospital i work in gift shop (managed by lori's gifts; they even have a website @ lorisgifts.com). i purchased these items from $5-$12 and I always get compliments when i wear them. i wear these not with the matching earrings but generally with ball post earrings (gold, silver, pearl, colored)-this makes the jewelry look more expensive.

can't we all just get along?

we are all special. and we should not feel left out. that is why i am so happy that  the biggest fashion houses have included affordable fashion for us commoners. Missoni for Target (kudos 2 target for their fashion forward thinking) in stores 9/13-10/22/11 is one such campaign. i am so into the direction Ms. Margherita Missoni has taken her grandparents fashion house. it is so...accessible, wearable. she grew up in italy and currently lives in nyc which probably has influnced her ideas about the direction of Missoni. i cannot wait to see the line. i did manage to stumble upon some pics on-line and i wanted to share them with you: zimbio.com has pics of the ad campaign with some of the items available. check it out. Ms. Donnatella Versace, you know the striking italian blonde who is mostly associated with the brand, has announced a line for h & m available 11/16/11. no pics of that yet but i will let you know when i stumble upon them. in any case i am so looking forward to seeing what they have to offer along the line of wearability. i have always had the impression that versace was relegated to the rich and/or famous. can't wait 2 c