Spring Fashion

While I am not your typical OOTD kind of girl, I do consider myself a fashionista.  Though the calendar says that it is Spring, even if it doesn’t feel like it, you should be ready to rock your spring finds and prepare for summer since it is just around the corner.  I am trying my best to stop gravitating toward black, my go to color, and this year I definitely plan to experiment with color as well as print.  Here are a few observations I have made about Spring and Summer fashion trends.

Skin Is In

If you are shy about shoulder, leg or cleavage, then you are going to be left behind.  There are more dresses with splits, distressed jeans, strapless tops and dresses and off the shoulder items than I have seen in a long time. Fashion is becoming more daring and I am definitely here for all of it.  Just check out your latest stores and designers and you will see skin, skin and more skin.

Affordable Fashion

When stars promote stores such as Fashion Nova, and show you that you can be cute, trendy and not broke.  Thanks to stars like Cardi B.  who show us that your don’t have to go broke to look fabulous.  Other stores like Forever 21, JCPenney and GS Love also show us that Plus Size and Curvy girls can look cute and still have some coins left over.  None of the items in this post is over $50.00.

Tribal Prints

While this has been a trend for a few years now, it is not going away.  Especially with all of the stunning prints we witnessed in Black Panther, tribal prints will be around a little longer.  Not just for skirts and headwraps anymore, look for them on jackets, tops and pants.  They are everywhere.

Florals

Another trend that is not going away soon.  I have never really been a fan of florals, however I have found myself with several floral pieces in my wardrobe thanks to the modern and trendy way florals have been showing up lately.  From skirts and tops to swimsuits and dresses, the new modern floral is definitely a trend that I can embrace.

Camo

Not just for the military anymore, camo is everywhere.  The great thing about camo is that it can be worn as a neutral, so you can mix and match it with any color.  One great thing about the new trendy camo is that you can find it in dresses, jackets, pants, and tops.  Another great thing is that it is styled to fit.

Jumpsuits

They are all over the place.  And not just the denim overalls.  There are cute trendy jumpsuits available for all shapes and sizes.  They are available in solids, prints and patterns.  The options are endless.  To me a jumpsuit is a great way to go from work to play with the use of a jacket or sweater, and they can be worn with heels, flats or tennis shoes.  No matter how you style them, jumpsuits are a great on trend item.  (see the two in the floral section).

No matter where you may find yourself on the fashion scale or what your budget may be there is something out there for you.  Whether, floral or tribal, skin exposed or more covered, fashion is always your best accessory.  No matter the season or reason in most cases when you look good you feel good.  So here is to looking good and here’s to find trends that you love at prices you can afford.

 

Be Blessed, Be Fabulous!

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Chicago Food Journey #1

It is very rare that I am out in the town on a Tuesday night.  For the past few years I have been swamped with dissertation research and writing.  Now that that chapter is closing it is time to move on and get out and enjoy life.  Tonight I decided to partake in Sib’s Breakfast Club’s May dining experience.  Tonight was the kick-off and what a great kick off it was.  I was able to wear my Natural Brown Sugar shirt compliments of Sensationally Nappy.  Get yours here.  I love the shirt and more importantly, I love my curves.

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Tonight I had the pleasure of having dinner at The Burger Point in Chicago’s South Loop.  The gathering sponsored by Sib’s Breakfast Club, founded by Sibyl Holloway.  The Burger Point located at the intersection of Archer, 19th and State streets in Chicago’s South Loop is a great place for a great meal.  The location is quaint, however the food is amazing.  There are only a few places I can think of in Chicago that have burgers that make you want to come back for more and this is one of those places.

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Burger Point has been featured on Chicago’s Best.  Now under new ownership, hopefully they will be featured again.  I ordered a cheese burger and sweet potato fries.  All of the food is cooked to order, so what you get is hot fresh food,, not anything sitting under heat lamps for unknown amounts of time.  The sweet potato fries needed no condiments, which is my benchmark of good fires, and the burger was cooked to perfection.  They have just about any topping you could wish for to accompany your burger, and this includes choice of bread.  There is the option for a hamburger, turkey burger, chicken burger and even a veggie burger for those who want options.  This is definitely a place that I would frequent, the food, the staff and the atmosphere were great.  My burger was phenomenal and the hand cut sweet potato fries, there were not words.

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During the month of May Sib’s Breakfast Club will be highlighting more restaurants and small business.  I plan to go out and experience as many of these places as I can if tonight’s choice was any indication of what the rest of the month will be like I need to make sure I am on the treadmill everyday.  Check out the link above to find out what other places Sib’s Breakfast Club will be taking us to this month.  I look forward to seeing you there!

 

Stay Blessed, Stay Fabulous

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