Fab February Find #4

Fab February Find #4

I was surfing PoshMark... yet again, when I came across this hot pink wristlet clutch. I had already told the seller that I wanted a white summer dress from Gap she was selling (which will be styled in a later blog post), then I added this to the bundle. I got both for $20! I'd say that was a pretty sweet deal considering the never-worn Gap dress was $60 retail. I made out like a bandit.

The clutch has a leather-like texture that makes it feel more luxurious and easy to dress up or down. It's the perfect size for a wallet, cell phone, lip balm, and mini-Altoids (which I can't live without btw), etc.

Love it!

My Heart Races for a Speedy!

Morning Chica's! So my latest obsession is the Louis Vuitton Speedy. I don't know what it is about this handbag, the 35 in particular, that I just adore, but I am completely and totally obsessed. It's timeless! It's classic! And I want to make it mine! My heart literally races when I see this and I promise you, I will have one before the year is over :) I deserve it, right? Haha. If there's one thing I love more than shoes, it's definitely handbags and this one... while temporarily in my dreams is destined to end up in my closet.

Sincerely,
A GeekChicChica

Fab February Find #3

After wearing 4" heels all day, it's nice to have a pair of chic flats to run errands in. I picked these up for $10 and I adore them.

These are a sort of black suede material, great for fall weather. The chunky, gold chain detail is very classy.

I have only been able to wear these a few times on account of the snow and cold weather lately, but I love them. Every heel-wearing diva out there should carry a pair of flats and these are a cute, affordable choice for the fall.

Fab February Find #2

Fab February Find #2: Found this at Fashion Bug while they were having a super sale because the store is closing. I loved the color and the chunkiness of it and so I decided, I had to have it. It looks great with a white tee btw. I paid a little under $6 for it on a BOGO deal.

How would you wear this Chica's?

Sincerely,
A GeekChicChica

A Jean Safari

Evening Chica's! It's been a long day. One full of exciting activites, but TGIF! I was going through my outfits and ended up playing dress up... yet again. This is one of the outfits I put together. I call it: A Jean Safari.

I am so in love with this afro-centric wooden necklace that I snagged for just under two bucks at the thrift store. I've had this olive/army green shirt (Old Navy) for a couple years. I threw on some dark wash skinnies and because I was inside, I didn't have to worry about a blazer or sweater or even a fall/winter shoe.

The clutch can also be used as a crossbody/messenger bag that is great for quick errands and light traveling.

The whole outfit gave me a very earthy feeling, hence the title "A Jean Safari". What do you think Chica's?

Sincerely,

A Geek Chic Chica

PS. Sorry about the late post Chica's :)

Afro-centric Necklace - thrifted

Shirt - Old Navy

Jeans - Marshalls

Shoes - Tellos (of all places!)

Clutch - thrifted

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6 Looks, 2 Hooks

The Simple Single

Morning Chica's! This is quite possibly one of my more creative ideas for a blog and it wasn't one of those times where I sat and brainstormed, "What can I write about???" It happened totally by accident and out of a momentary need.

I was getting dressed for church a couple Sunday's ago and the outfit that I wore, I knew that I wanted to wear gold jewelry to set off the cream, black and kelly green. I immediately thought of this necklace (pictured left), but it was the wrong shape for my outfit... too ordinary.

My other chunky necklace was too chunky for the details of the cream peplum top I was wearing. I fiddled with the necklace in the mirror for a few minutes... and there they were! Hooks.

I don't think I ever been so excited about something so small, but the idea was genius. I just hooked one of the hooks to the chain and created what I call "The Simple Y" (below).

The Simple Y

I thought to myself... I wonder how many different ways I can wear the necklace which by the way was intended to be the strap for a purse that I wear as a clutch. These hooks were amaze-balls!

Check out the rest of the ways I styled this gold chain! Two hooks, six looks.

The Classic Double

The Interlock

The Chandelier

The Knot

Sincerely,
A GeekChicChica

Fab February Find #1

I have dedicated the entire month of February, yes all 28 days, to showcasing some of the fabulous finds and thrifted treasures in my closet or soon-to-be. Initially, I wanted to thrift every day this month, but a student's budget has not allowed me that luxury. I'll still be thrifting items this month, but not every day. This is Fab Feb Find #1:

Faux Elephant Tusk Necklace - Old Navy $10.50

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

Spring Is Here!!!

Afternoon Chica's! Ok, Spring's not here yet, but I just really can't wait for Spring to wear all my bright colors and sundresses. I don't really care who's looking or who thinks I'm cold, but I am more than ready for Spring! LOL Today I wore a vibrant floral print cotton dress from Old Navy, via my local thrift store, with a jean shirt and hot pink tights. I paired it with my brown 3" heel cognac boots and a sweater to keep me warm (not pictured here).

Denim Top - Madrag

Floral Dress - Old Navy (via thrift store)

Pink Tights - Dots

Bag - Thrifted

Earrings - Thrifted

Boots - Sears

She Get It From Her Momma!

We often talk about first lady, Michelle Obama's impressive, seemingly flawless, classic and elegant style. It's true, the woman knows how to dress her body and she wears everything with confidence, but I'd like to touch a little on the younger Obama's, Malia and Sasha (Natasha). At ages 14 and 11 they have some serious style that is just as impressive and classic as mom's.

Pictured here with President Obama, Sasha and Malia (left to right) are undoubtedly taking cues from their mom's sense of style. Their style is very relaxed and fun, yet pulled together and chic. I'd rock either of these looks any day... at age 28! If I had to choose, I'd go with Malia's look to ReStyle. Find my interpretation of this look in Get The Look.

A Pop of Color

Morning Chica's. It's frigid near Boston, below freezing, but I believe a pop of color warms even a cold winter day!

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!

Polka Dots & Gold Chains

I love this royal blue polka dot dress. Of course, it's thrifted, but it has undergone a some alterations. It's been taken in from a size 24 to a 16/18 and shortened from ankle length to just above the knees.

I paired the dress with gold accessories. The necklace does double duty as a necklace and a strap for my black croc clutch. The gold shoes have a clear wedge heel which I adore!

My outfit cost: $19.97 without a handbag.

THRIFTAHOLIC!

So, I've set out on a mission to commit to 28 days of thrifting every single day of February. Yes, I admit I have a slight addiction to thrifting and this may not be the best therapy, but who doesn't love finding fabulous clothing and accessories at dirt cheap prices?!?! LOL Check regularly to see my updates beginning Friday, February 1 at 2:28 AM!

Mellow Yellow

Hey Chica's, Happy Saturday! Today was a very low-key day for me, but of course I still dress for any possible occassion. If you know me, you know I loooovvvveee bright colors; hot pinks are my very favorite and I love me some yellow! I had my two girls with me today (no school) so being comfortable is an absolute must.

I bought this skirt in yellow and coral from Old Navy on clearance for $3.00 each. The skirt is cotton, very lightweight (not the best option for windy days btw, unless you want a Marilyn Monroe moment) and breathable. The white tee is a heavier cotton with a little spandex also from Old Navy ($8.50).

These mustard flats... I adore! Super comfortable and because of the color against my complexion, can be easily worn as a "nude" neutral with several outfits. These were $10.

The rest of my outfit is thrifted. My dark wash denim blazer was $4.98, the yellow wooden beaded necklace was $1.98, and the light brown clutch with a woven detail (see below) was $2.98.

My outfit's total cost: $31.44! Wow, I can't believe how little I spend to look so fabulous sometimes. I live for a sweet deal!

I was feeling very mellow in my yellow today :)

Denim On Denim

I used to believe you couldn’t mix denim and look super chic… but I was wrong. Yes, I admit! In this outfit I mixed a light Chambray button-up shirt that ties at the waist with my favorite pair of dark wash, wide leg jeans; threw on a scarf because although the sun was out, it was a little nippy in the shade. I wore this outfit with my camel-colored boots, a chucky blue and gold necklace and geek specs.

As for my hair… I call it the Insta-bun! Probably the most ingenious and effortless hair style ever… I just pulled my hair into a pony tail and pinned on my Insta-bun and I was all set!

Chambray shirt: Land’s End ($6), Used to be a dress, but I liked it better as a shirt :)

Dark Wash Jeans: I got these from Sears of all places in the plus section ($12)

Scarf: Old Navy ($4.99)

Necklace: Thrifted ($1.98)

Boots: Dots ($26 I think)

Geek Specs: Were a pair of cheap sunglasses that I popped the lenses out of

TOTAL: $50.97

Chanel-Inspired Croc Clutch

Hey Chica's! Check out my latest thrift find: A Chanel-Inspired Croc Clutch!

I ABSOLUTELY ADORE THIS CLUTCH that I spotted from about 20 feet away while rummaging through dress racks at my local thrift store. I saw the chain handle first. Maybe it was the sparkle of the gold chain that caught my eye, but I immediately thought "Chanel!"... I dropped what I was doing and moved quickly to the handbags section. It wasn't Chanel, but this was probably better since I've been dying to find a Croc Clutch forever that didn't cost me an arm and a leg (smile).

As soon as I got home, I threw my other bags on the floor to try on outfits that would go with my amazing find. I fell in love with everything about it. Not only was it a purse, but the chain was removable so I could carry it as a clutch depending on my outfit... but wait! That's not all. I hooked the ends of the gold chain together and threw it around my neck as a necklace! I could double it, too! (I am such a genius btw lol) You can't get much better than finding an item that has not 1, not 2, but 3 super chic functions!

Even if that isn't enough excitement over one little purse... I only paid $1.98 for it. BANG!!! My day has been made lol

Sincerely,

A GeekChicChica

The Launch

Hey fashionista’s! If you’re like me, you spend hundreds of hours thumbing through fashion magazines, googling the latest celebrity looks and creating looks with the pieces you like, and yet there’s still something missing for me; my fashion appetite remains undernourished. I figured out that it’s not enough for me to just look, but I want to dive head first into fashion, more specifically plus-size fashion. I want all the designs I’m dreaming about and wake up to sketch to be real and in my closet… in your closet! So, I’ve decided to take my sketches beyond my desk and launch my own line!

Of course, you’re thinking this is great news! And it is, but I know there’s a ton of work ahead of me if I want samples on a runway by the fall. The designs have already been sketched so that’s a start. Now it’s time to find a seamstress/dressmaker who can bring my creations to life. I mean, I can work with him/her since I sew myself and I definitely feel like I’m a hands on kind of designer :)

If that isn’t enough, I’m also writing up business plans to launch my very own plus-size fashion boutique… Chic Chica! I’m super excited about the plan and getting things moving! I’ll keep you guys in the loop :)

Signed,

A GeekChicChica

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