Style Guide: Valentine's Day Edition

Admit it every year for Valentine’s day you get stumped on what to wear. So much so that you run out on February 13th in a frenzy to ask the store associate what you should buy for your Valentine’s day plans. OHHHHH and trust me this isn’t just what happens on Valentine’s day this is all year long. Before your first date, when attending your best friend’s wedding or even for an interview with your dream employer . I say all of that to say that we all need a bit of inspiration or guidance when it comes to style. This time we are focusing on Valentine’s Day for the ladies which in essence can be rolled over to any slew of date night plans.

I’m going to take a minute and share a collection of looks that will work for various different Valentine’s Day plans.

Look 1. This look is perfect for all of my ladies whose plans include clocking in on Valentine's Day. Whether you'll be at the office, seeing clients all over town or attending a conference why not get festive for your daytime plans.

Look 2. This is for all my ladies who may be going on a casual and/or daytime date. I get it, I get it- you don't wanna be overdressed or maybe you have plans before 6pm. Why not try something flirty and feminine!

Look 3. This look is for all of my ladies who are making plans for the 14th in the group chat as we speak. You're thinking drinks, getting dressed up and going to your favorite spot with your 3 best friends. Who says you have to slum it because you're not going on a technical date- Galentine's Day it is.

Look 4. This is for all of my ladies who love to make a stylish statement when heading out to dinner. It's also a great choice for any foodies out there (skip the tight dress when you plan to eat more than a salad 😂). The splashes of red are perfect to add some passion to this date night look.

Look 5. 💃🏾The final look of the Valentine's Day Style Guide is for all of my ladies who want to bring their mystique game up a notch. Sexy yet classy all at the same time.

-Happy Styling

xo Carla

Your Wardrobe Go To: Black and Denim

It's that go to- the thing you grab when you have 15 minutes to look chic or at least presentable, because lets be honest not everyday is a fab day! You grab something black and or something denim and work your style magic. As you can see ladies and gents it works, faithfully. As long as you have a solid wardrobe with plenty of staples & clothing that is in good condition this grab and go will work out 9 times out of 10. I grabbed a trusted pair of black denim, a basic satin camisole, denim jacket and black mules.

-xo
Carla

The Confusing Weather Sweater

It's practically Christmas meaning winter weather is well on its way in most of the u.s. I took advantage of the cool air that came into Florida last week and decided to pull out one of my favorite sweaters. It's such an American Classic with the color, stitching, etc and paired it with the unthinkable- a pair of shorts! I loved mixing seasons with this look and I think this is something I'm definitely going to have to learn to get used to- confusing winter weather. I used the simple outfit as a blank canvas and added a bold blue eyeshadow as well as loud silver jewelry.  How are you dressing for the season?

-xo

Carla

Top:Forever21 Shoes:GoJane  

5 Tips for Instant Chic

Let me start by saying that yes, chic is easily my favorite fashion term. Probably because it evokes so many visuals for me I think of sleek, stylish, city fashion rolled into a fabulous ball of hair and makeup! But as much as I love the word I also try to remain very conscious of implementing final chic touches to my outfit. So I am here to help out my fellow fashion lovers with 5 Tips for Instant Chic as well as a new outfit post!

1. Add An Awesome Blazer.
Adding a blazer to any top be it a camisole, band tee, or cute top brings instant chic elements! The blazer adds structure that can then be played with by rolling or folding the sleeves.

2. Add Leather
Now this can seem like a tough one depending on where you live but adding leather accents immediately evoke edgy-chic vibes! Try adding a leather cap, jacket, top or leggings for instant chic! 

3. It's All About The Shoes
We all know how the right pair of shoes can MAKE or BREAK an outfit. The same is true here. If your outfit is very detailed maybe stick to a simpler shoe style. Whereas if your outfit is simple feel free to break out the red snack print & suede heels in other words go big! Learn the balance of shoe choices.

4. Stick to Neutral Colors
Chic tends to lend favor to neutral tones think of the camel, gray, black, white color families. Sticking to these colors for your outfits bring instant chic without much thought.

5. Don't Forgo The Details
Now this is my favorite part, think cool sunnies, statement jewelry, an amazing lip color & a hairstyle that ties in with your now already completed outfit.

Stay Chic
-xo
Carla

4,5 Seconds

If you’ve seen the 4,5 Seconds video starring Kanye West, Rihanna And Paul McCartney you know that Rihanna absolutely killed the denim on denim trend. She brought her infamous edge to something that could be worn so classically. I like to think that I bring my own “chic” to classic and even edgy looks, theres always an underlying of chic-ness to tie it all together. Though the denim on denim look has been one of my favorite looks for 2+ years my newest shoe addition crossed all of the t’s and for this outfit!

Shirt (Victoria’s Secret) Jeans (Forever21) Shoes (Coach)