Not Just Black.

by Jamila Pierre


I do have a tendency to adorn myself in either vibrant colors, or deep earth tones, but trust me black is in the arsenal as well. I love the idea of black, this absence of color can be quite intriguing, and so can trying to find ways of not having a one dimensional outfit. 

Don't let black fool you, as effortless as it'd like to make you think it is, if you're looking to add interest to your look...you may find it isn't as effortless as you think...unless black is all you own. 

So, when looking for black pieces, I tend to steer away from basic pieces because I don't ever want what I wear to be silent...EVER!

That's just me, you may find that you and I are nothing alike, and that basics are more you stylo.

In any event, I found these black pant from Target.com (that I've worn in another post) during a time when I was desperately looking for a pair of black jean that weren't "flat", they'll probably be my go to black jeans from now until forever.

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It's all in the details!

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Several months later, in my search for interesting sweaters/sweatshirts to buy for the turn of the season, I found a black sweatshirt from Forever21 and just knew right then , I needed it in my life. 

Though I loved it, and will inevitably wear it the way it was intended to be worn, I couldn't help but turn this baby around and rock it like that. 

I couldn't help myself!

And of course, I couldn't let an outfit go by with out throwing in some type of color pop, hence the blue kitten heels from Nine West. 

What I'm Wearing:

  1. Jewlery from and assortment of places. $2- $5
  2. Sweatshirt from Forever21.com. $22.80
  3. Jeans from Target.com. $19.99
  4. Blue Kitten Heels from NineWest.com. $29.99

Monochrome & Sequins

by Jamila Pierre


Let me just say, that I've loved monochrome since before I was born, especially when it's done in earth/jewel tones, or muted dusty tones...

JESUS THERE GOES THAT WHEEL AGAIN, TAKE IT!

It's so effortless and put together that you really can't go wrong, a perfect excuse to play with textures and shine to give your outfit depth and layers. 

Which brings me to the next topic, SHINE! 

Anyone who knows me, knows of my love affair with reflective materials and the bold statement it makes, give me GLITTER, SEQUINS, HOLOGRAPHIC AND/OR METALLIC MATERIALS any day...any time. 

Oh and don't get me started on bejeweled necklines, especially on sweaters and crew-neck sweatshirts. I just love punchy articles of clothing and unexpected touches (that's what she said), so you could imagine my elation when I saw an anorak jacket adorned with sequin sleeves... needless to say I was passing out status. 

At this point you might be asking yourself why i'm always either passing out or on the brink of passing out due to clothing or accessories....it's just that some things are just so damn GOOD, such GENIUS, and undoubtedly speak to my SOUL, I just can't help but get a little light headed when there's a fierce overload.

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I decided to go with a pair of brown boots that had copper, distressed tones to it so it can act more like a piece of jewelry as opposed to just a boot. 

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What I'm Wearing:

  1. Jacket from Wetseal.com. $15 (Black Friday Sale)
  2. Jewels from a variety of discount stores.$2-$7
  3. Cropped pants from target.com. $22
  4. Boots from Charlotterusse.com. $15 (Black Friday Sale)
  5. SWAG from my MAMA. $Priceless (Achieved at birth)