Mix & Match - Lesson 2

Fashion is like canvas, you can put whatever you want on it, but you won't know it's a masterpiece until you take a step back and look at it. The saying, "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder" most appropriately applies here.

I think that too many people care too much about what other people are wearing and pegging someone else's style as a fashion don't than they actually spend time developing their own, unique style. I'm not one who cares if I commit a fashion "don't", as long as I feel good in what I'm wearing.

In this look, I experimented with mixing colors and patterns. If you just need a rule to follow, I'd say stick with patterns that have a common theme or pick up the accent color in one pattern and repeat it in a solid somewhere else in the outfit.

I love this striped a-line dress in black and white! Snagged it from Old Navy, of course (love that store!). I consider this dress a staple because it is versatile and two of the most classic colors there are (black and white), not to mention comfortable.

It's finally warming up here and I wanted to infuse some color, so I threw on my cropped fuchsia cardigan (also from Old Navy) and a bright yellow belt I bought on eBay... but what shoes???

I completed this outfit with a pair of floral flats I stumbled upon by Xhilaration (via Poshmark). My entire, head-to-toe outfit cost around $38!

Dress - Old Navy

Yellow Leather Belt - eBay

Cardigan - Old Navy

Flats - Xhilaration (via Poshmark)

Sincerely,

A GeekChicChica

P.S. I'm back! Sorry I've been away so long XOXO

A Spring of Inspiration

Is anyone else dreading the winter already?! Well, I was over it before it started. I'm not a snow-loving kinda gal. I like it cool, but comfortable. Fall is truly my season and Spring is close second. This year I plan on taking my wardrobe to a new level and making it bolder, brighter, and more luxurious. I love thrifting, but I have an eye for expensive things (don't all of us women?).

Here a few inspirations that I'm going for:

I've always admired the femininity that Janelle Monae brings to menswear. I'm loving the denim short with suspenders. The only thing that's missing is the Warby Parkers! (geek specs)

Here, Janelle Monae is rocking some serious color. I love the impact that the different colors have all together and this neck piece is TO DIE FOR!!!! I'm trying to get my hair like this, too.

Beyonce: Such an amazing performer. She definitely puts to rest the myth that you can't look amazing, be comfortable and be a mom. This is definitely a casual, relaxed vacation in the Bahamas look.

I definitely need some rompers in my life! Note: Solange Knowles is a beast. Her look is ecclectic and refreshing. Everything I see her in, I love.... So, shout out to Solange Knowles for being my biggest fashion inspiration :)

More inspirations to come.... :)

Ledisi Bangs!

G'day Chica's! I was definitely chanelling soulful songstress, Ledisi, when I was styling my hair for dress-down Superbowl Sunday. Although my hair isn't natural enough to get the volume that she has, I feel this style is definitely inspired by her.

I love this lady! She's so beautiful and super talented. So, it's no mystery why I'm diggin her style. What do you think? Should I go bigger with the hair??? I'm not afraid to bigger. I've desperately been looking for some unique styles that I can do in the morning before school that look super chic, but are simple.

As for my outfit, I love this wool hot pink blazer that I thrifted a few months ago. I threw on my cream and navy striped shirt, some dark wash jeans, and cognac boots with a matching clutch. Gold accessories give this look a little more bang. No pun intended ;-)

Stay tuned for more hair experiments. Haha :-)

Sincerely,
A GeekChicChica

Check out this short video montage of Ledisi. Enjoy!

Old Navy Blue

What's up Chica's? I hope you're staying warm if its cold where you are and staying cool if its' hot.

Anyone who knows me, knows that I love Old Navy. Their clothing fits my casual sense of style, but I also love them because most of their clothes can be dressed up or down, the patterns, colors and shapes are classic and timeless.

As you know, big sweaters are in. So, when I saw this big, knit tan sweater vest on the clearance rack, you know I had to have it. Neutrals are great for layering which is also trending.

Well, I was on my way out, when this cream and navy blue striped shirt caught my eye. I rushed over to see if it was on sale and it was! I left Old Navy with 2 great pieces for under $20.

The next day I couldn't wait to wear the outfit to school. I paired it with leggings, my cognac colored wedge boots and a pop of color... of course. I was warm and fabulous. The necklace you see is the same gold chain that was with the croc clutch that I thrifted and blogged about several posts ago. You can find that post here.

Upcoming blog: How many ways can you wear the same necklace???

Sincerely,
A GeekChicChica

Sweater Vest - Old Navy

Striped Shirt - Old Navy

Pink Scarf - Old Navy

Leggings - MadRag

Boots - Dots

Necklace - Thrifted

Winter Layers

Morning Chica's! I'm back to school and back to studying, writing papers and taking tests, but I could not forget to post my first day outfit.

Layers aren't just trending. I literally had to layer today because it's so freakin' cold in New England. There was snow on the ground and I was not a happy camper. I should be used to the weather since I've lived here all my life... BUT I'M NOT! I'll never get used to the frequently changing weather.

Back to the outfit: I pulled out my favorite boots and clutch and thought denim would be warm. Call me crazy, but I didn't want to wear a heavy coat today. (You said, "Where they do that at???" Here. LOL) I am wearing nude hosiery though. I'm not completely foolish. Anywho, I grabbed my denim blazer from the closet and this Land's End chambray shirt, but it wasn't warm enough when I went outside. I missed my first bus, but ran back inside and paired the look with this sweater from Old Navy.

I'm warm now and the sun's coming out so maybe I won't totally regret not wearing jeans or leggings. My only regret: This skirt is way too light weight for a windy day. I'm sure I flashed this guy getting off the bus, but overall, I love it and I feel great in it.

Sincerely,
A GeekChicChica

Shirt: Land's End
Blazer: Thrifted
Sweater: Old Navy
Necklace: Thrifted
Clutch: Thrifted
Boots: Dots

Marshalls Madness

So, I went window shopping yesterday and spotted some pretty awesome pieces that I need in my wardrobe at Marshalls. Check out my finds!

 Texture, texture, texture! I like this red-orange colored handbag.

 I love navy and white together. There something very regal and classic about it. A step up from black and white. This cardi would go great with some mint green skinnies and the red studded bag (scroll all the way down)! Yeeeesssssss!!!

 I have a handbag in this color that needs to be replaced. I'm thinking this is definitely an option!

 I love leopard!

 Surprised that these were only $24.99 by Fergie.

 The jury is still out on this one, but I was attracted to it in the store :)

 Very Sherlock Homes, huh? Different is the new perfect.

 I'm going back for these electric blue booties! $31 on clearance.

 This electric blue pump is fire! A pop of color never hurt anyone.

 At $39.99 this hangbag looks super chic and expensive with the gold hardware. Getting this too!

 When I saw this I thought about Tina Turner for some reason... fabulous!

Last, but not least the red, studded bag! I want this so bad. It's the perfect color red for me!