Stylenspire: falling green

Though weather forecasting has no confirmed premonitions to the end of sunny days as we know it, the tell tale signs of fall can be seen in the natural realm. The vibrant greens of the leaves are moving on to jeweled golden hues, announcing the advent of the fall season. 

The gathering of leaves at my feet is a testament that the summer is winding down, but more so the fall fashion campaign has hit us full on. Leaves aside, once the September newsprint issues of the holy grails of fashion hit the news stands in August, the trumpet call has officially been sounded for a new season. While the upcoming NewYork Fashion Week transports us to the 2014 era of all things fashion for Spring/Resort/Summer, fashion is asking us to spin stylishly into the fall season. 

As there is still some green through the remainder of our sunny days, I styled today's outfit in this color palette as I enjoy my last rays of longer daylight. The greens I have on boasts of the different hues you can find green in, while the gold & brown of my leopard print shoes puns the promise of lasting summery brightness.

Enjoy! 

Outfit deets: Top + Bottoms + Lauren Ralph Lauren lime Newbury mini (similar here) + Juicy Couture ring + Necklace are all fab maxxinista TJ Max finds // Paris Hilton leopard print bow pumps

Stylenspiration: "He sends His command to the earth; His Word runs swiftly." PSALM 147:15

The glowing brightness of the sun, the shining silver of the moon, the glittering display of the stars, autumn, winter, spring & summer that do His bidding all give testament to the Glory of the One True Great Artist.

Y.S

Photo credit: joyfully by V. Dodge

Stylenspire: ankara + mesh swing skirt

I love to twirl whenever I wear this skirt. It's a fresh & fun twist to ankara. 

Here's another tee shirt look that simply works. 

 

The right accessories always make the difference. Not just with your style, but with your attitude too. Adorn yourself with the garment of praise & behold how everything lights up differently with your thankful heart. 

the slight glitter fabric that you can see best here is the mesh overlay I used for the skirt 

Outfit deets: Cynthia Rowley tee + Jessica Simpson crystal & tri-color bracelets + Necklace + Lauren Ralph Lauren lime Newbury Mini + Levi's denim jacket + Kors Michael Kors ostrich platforms are all maxxinista TJ Maxx fab finds // DIY Ankara swing skirt with mesh overlay (bespoke tailoring by me) // Movado Bold Series watch

Stylenspiration: Find fab fun fashion pieces that mean something to you to style the you that the world sees. The ANKARA FABRIC is indigenous to my native fashion & it is to me one of the best fabrics that can be used to represent me in style. 
Y.S 

Photo credit: joyfully by V. Dodge

Stylenspire: dress possibilities

This dress screams "have fun & enjoy wearing me". The summer brights makes me think I should be on my way out to some fun place where I can bask in the sunshine & smell the flowers. This summer pretty dress also transitions into a fall/winter joy; the key to that is layering. 

My pretty neon cardi is one of my favourites. I like to scrunch up the sleeves whenever I wear it. But not all fabrics (especially certain knits) can withstand many wash & wear without crumbling. Since the ribbed hem of the sleeves no longer bounce back after wash, my answer to that is a neat fold of the sleeve. I even like the styled look. Sometimes you do something out of necessity, but you get a 'stylish do' as a result.

Having much is always a blessing, but when prudence takes precedence, you make the the gift of creativity work for you. Possibilities are endless when you open your mind to style art. I hope these pictures stylenspire you to spruce your staples in various ways. 


Enjoy!

1. Play

2. Work option 

3. Layer up for fall

Outfit deets: LEIFSDOTTI DRESS can be found here or here or here, but similar here 

OPTION 1.  NY&co Cardi // Joie wrap around skinny belt (off a dress I don't have anymore) // Lauren Ralph Lauren lime Newbury Mini (similar here) + Coach 'C' Sandals + Silver on Tan Leather Michael Kors Darrington bracelet + Ralph Lauren Sunnies + Rings all TJ Maxx maxxinista fab finds + Movado Bold Series watch

OPTION 2. Machael Kors belt + Gold on Gold Leather Michael Kors Darrington leather bracelet + BCBG MaxAzria ponte knit skirt + BCBG suede trim pumps all TJ Maxx maxxinista fab finds + Movado watch  

Option 3. Michael Kors short sleeve turtle-neck + Silver on Tan Leather Michael Kors Darrington + Rings are from TJ Maxx // Movado Bold Series watch // Frye Melissa Button Boots (a birthday gift I chose in Cognac - has other colors)

Stylenspiration: "Summer blooms can also be fall brights. Less or more can make it work."
*Summer is still in full bloom, yet there are fall whispers in all things fashion. As you fashionably style on through the summer, take mental notes for yourself on pieces that you can incorporate into your fall/winter styles. Before you go hunting for fall pieces, first shop your closet. *

Y.S

Stylenspire: a first for me

It was a beautiful Sunday here on my end. Visited a new Church & quite enjoyed it. 

Cork pumps similar here

My purse is a Rebecca Minkoff  Mini Flirty that I got from my favorite store TJ Maxx. It came with a long tassel on the zipper that I was not too crazy about, so I simply cut it to my preferred length. See before pics below.  

While I was out & about, I got my very first street style picture request. Although I would normally be wary, the lady did ask very nicely & was friendly to speak with. She wanted to know the details of how I put my outfit together, & once she asked that ........ say no more. I also got her to take the pictures below for me. 

This skirt I am wearing is one of my custom designs. I've had the fabric for a while; being able to design & make my own clothes lets me create & recreate my clothes into newer designs as time goes on. 

 I was running late this morning getting ready for Church & did not want to bother with my hair, so I looked for something to cover it with. The head wrap is a mesh fabric from JoAnn in blue. In a moment of sylenspiration, I wrapped it around my head & it worked so off I went to worship. 

Outfit details: Consignment store top & belt // DIY Ankara Skirt (designed & made by me)  // Mesh head wrap fabric // Rebecca Minkoff  Mini Flirty Crossbody // LAUREN Ralph Lauren Cork Pumps // Smile (Yemisi's own)

Stylenspiration: "My skirt was a DIY corset top that became a corset dress & now a skirt. Style is possible when you let creativity inspire you." 

                                                                                                                  Y.S