Knee Sock Love

Hello Style Minds!

So the weather is finally starting to warm up a bit. I’m happy but at the same time I’m sad. I’m one of those rare people who actually enjoy the colder seasons more. But what I love about the warmer seasons is being able to wear shorts!! Now instead of doing themed post, I’ll be posting more just normal outfit of the day posts. And don’t worry, my first DIY post will be coming up sometime soon!!

Cardigan: Old Navy

Top: H&M

Shorts:  Charlotte Russe

Sheer Tights: Walmart

Socks: Charlotte Russe

Shoes: Charlotte Russe

Necklace: Forever 21

Now this outfit definitely portrays my usual style. Each piece I’m wearing is a favorite of mine. I absolutely LOVE knee high socks. I just think they make a cute simple touch to any outfit and I’m hoping to get even more. Since, it was still not too hot I layered a pair of sheer tights underneath. I love the look of knee highs and sheer tights, it just gives off this different vibe wearing them both together.  I also wore my one and only pair of high waisted shorts, they were perfect to wear when wearing anything knee or thigh length whether it’s boots or socks. Then on the top I wore one of my favorite go-to graphic tops and my trusty oversized cardigan. And of course you can never go wrong with wearing combat boots. They’re comfortable to walk in and gives that edge you need in an outfit! 

As you can tell, I love dressing in a comfortable but still stylish.

Until the next chapter!

Rompers in "Winter"

Hello Style Minds!

So all of us have that one piece (or pieces) of clothing that we just love and would automatically pick to wear over almost everything else. One of the downsides is sometimes we think that we can’t wear our favorite piece during specific season. Though honestly there is always a solution for that type of problem. As for myself, I have MANY go-to pieces. But one of my main favorites is my tribal print romper.

Cardigan: Plato’s Closet

Romper: Ross

Tights: Charlotte Russe

Boots: Papaya

Necklace: Forever 21

Now in all honestly, you will ALWAYS see my romper pop up at least once during any season. Usually when people think of rompers you think of Spring or Summer, but with me I see something that can be used all year round. Of course I’m not going to wear it when it’s 40 degrees or below, but when pairing it with some tights and a long sleeved cardigan I’m able to wearing it during the Fall and even in decent Winter weather. One of my favorite things about this cardigan is that I can wear it in all sorts of ways. I can wear it as a regular cardigan, as a shawl, I can make it shorter by pulling the draw strings, etc. I also love tights with the little designs, and I’m hoping I can invest in more. This outfit is every easy to put together, it’s comfortable, and it still looks stylish.

Keep an eye out! You will be seeing this romper again.

Until the next chapter!

Sweet Valentine

Hello Style Minds!

Yes yes, I know. It’s been weeks since my last post. I apologize, but I’ve been on a semi block lately. BUT!! We all know what holiday is coming up…. VALENTINE’S DAY!! Most people associate this day with just love between two people, but I would always share the love amongst my friends. I was that one girl that would make special Valentine’s cards for my friends and just give them out. Now everyone has their own taste on what they would wear on Valentine’s Day. Here’s what I would probably wear.

Flower Crown: DIY

Top: Goodwill

Skirt: Gift (Charlotte Russe)

Booties: Charlotte Russe

Watch: Gift

Bracelets: Atlanta Apparel Mart & Forever 21

As you can see, I’m more into the sweet and girly vibe of Valentine’s Day outfits. Instead of going for the typical red color I opted for soft colors. The print and color give off a fresh romantic tone, and I've always been a fan of high-lows as it’s a great way to show off your legs. I wanted to keep a simple-esk nature to this outfit so I just wore a cream colored silk top. I didn’t want to go overboard with accessories, but I still wanted to play up the outfit a little and went for a little flower crown and a minimal amount of jewerly. This look is just about showing off the sweet feminine side (for once LOL) and is pretty for those simple dates or just a day with your gals.  

I hope you all have a lovely Valentine's Day whether it's spent with your special someone, your family, your friends, or even just yourself!!

Until the next chapter!

Showing Your Fangirl Side

Hello Style Minds!

So I have been an avid fan of K-pop (or Hallyu) for a good six years now.  So yes, I can be classified as one of those crazy fangirls. I’ve been able to find good music and meet amazing people through different fandoms. Now like some fans, I don’t really have a solid source of money and fan products can be a bit pricey. With Kpop clothing, I never want to be too obvious of showing my fangirl side as most merchandise does. So all these fan shirts I actually DESIGNED and HAND-MADE MYSELF. (minus the actual band logos of course
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Band: EXO

Cardigan: Old Navy

Skirt: Marshall’s

Tights: Charlotte Russe

Shoes: Charlotte Russe

Hat: Walmart

Band: Madtown

Shorts: Charlotte Russe

Tights: Walmart

Shoes: Charlotte Russe

Beanie: H&M

Band: GOT7

Jeans: Urban Behavior

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Two of these designs I made for my friends the other was made for a cousin of mine.

Band: B.A.P for my friend Dee 

Band: EXO for my cousin Joy 

Band: B2ST for my friend Jia 

And here’s a little extra design.

Leggings: Charlotte Russe

Shoes: Marshall’s 

Showing your fangirl side can be done in a stylish and chic way.

Until the next chapter!

Lazy, Simple, Easy.

Hello Style Minds!

Yes I know it’s been awhile since I’ve posted. Lately I’ve been feeling a bit sluggish and my outfits haven’t been up to par. But what better post to make than to share what I wear on my laziest of days.  Whenever we feel slothful we always just want to throw some random t-shirt and jeans on. I think the best way to handle a lazy day is to grab a few basic pieces. 

Top: H&M

Shorts: DIY

Cardigan: Forever 21 (Guy's section)

Tights: Walmart

Shoes: Ross

Necklace: Forever 21

Rings: Claire’s  

Now this whole outfit is just based on my go-to pieces. An oversized cardigan is one of my absolute favorite things! It’s comfortable, yet still makes that little touch to an outfit. Now I myself actually hate wearing jeans when I’m feeling lazy or lethargic, I always like to opt for either leggings or shorts because they are easy to slide into and move around in. Now with the colder weather I love wearing a pair of opaque or sheer pair of tights underneath because it just feels like another layer of skin. And what more comfortable shoes than combat boots? Out of any kind of shoe, combat boots are literally my best friend. I will opt for them over anything else. Now as for a top, I love wearing crop tops. They’re more light feeling and flowing than an average t-shirt and as someone who as an extremely short torso, I’m able to wear them like a regular shirt.

I hope this gives everyone a little guidance whenever you don’t want to put so much into your look but still look presentable.

Until the next chapter!

Layers and Layers

Hello Style Minds!

I hope you’re having a fantastic week. Now for most of us, we currently have to deal with extremely cold weather. For myself I always have to think about being outside walking around campus to get to class. Having to dress for cold weather and still look presentable can be quite a hassle. The best way is to layer some of your favorite go-to winter pieces!

Beanie: Forever 21

Scarf: Urban Outfitters

Jacket: Forever 21

Denim Shirt: Forever 21

Top: Charlotte Russe

Jeans: Forever 21

Leg Warmers: Payless

Boots: Belk

One of the key things to layering is not layering pieces that are too thick or bulky. You don’t want your body to look bigger than it actually is as well as you don’t want to have your movement restricted. If you want to wear a sweater, layer a thermal underneath and wear a high collar jacket. The thinner your pieces the more you can play around with layer. I also love wearing leg warmers under long boots. The little peak of it just adds a cute aspect to any outfit (as well as keeping your calves warm).  My hooded leather jacket is also one of my favorite pieces. I literally wear it almost everyday during the Fall and Winter. It’s a piece that can toughen up and make an outfit look more chic. Another aspect that I love about it is that it’s a bit cropped so it can show off my layering more.

Look around your closet, play around and see what you can layer on!

For everyone who is experiencing the same kind (or worse) of Winter I am, remember the key thing is to STAY WARM. Wear the jacket, wear the gloves, wear the scarf.

Until the next chapter!

Comfort Over Style? Worry Not!

Hello Style Minds!

I hope you all had a fabulous week. Unfortunately I spent most of my weekend with a sickness and slept most of the time. Thankfully I was able to get better by Sunday.

One of the many things that people struggle with when choosing an outfit is wanting to be stylish but having to sacrifice being comfortable or vice versa. But do not fret! There is a way to achieve both.

Top: Plato’s Closet

Joggers: Ross

Wedges: Charlotte Russe

Watch: Gift

Necklace: Charlotte Russe  

Now I’m someone who absolutely cannot wear sweatpants out in the public eye under any circumstance. When I first saw joggers I just thought of them as another pair of sweatpants, when in fact you can turn them into a happy medium of comfort and style. You can dress them up for a clean and chic look as I did with a nice button-up shirt and a pair of heels or wedges. You could tone it down for a more casual look by wearing a pair of converse (or any type of sneakers) and a nice tee. Now I've seen most joggers that look exactly like mine that run about $15 or so, but I was able to buy mine for only $9!! It’s all about where you look and shop.

Like many others, my Spring semester of college is beginning. I hope your first week back runs smoothly. I know “dressing up” for classes can be a hassle, but remember a simple tuck or accessory can really turn up your outfit in the end. All you have to do is try!

Until the next chapter!