"Sometimes a whole outfit is based around a solitary accessory, this was one of those times." -Jamila Pierre

During Christmas of last year my main Bish gifted me this brushed silver wristlet wallet from target, with (so corny it's kinda cute) embossed lettering on the front. At the time I was absolutely obsessed with finding accessories with raised lettering (let's face it...I'm still obsessed).

When I saw this cute little gem I was like...Biiiiiiiitch, I NEED THIS!!! My home skillet naturally obliged, but she cruelly wouldn't let me have it until Christmas...which was weeks away.

I was crazy anticipating this wristlet and then when I finally got it...I didn't break it out, much less for the bloggity, until right now (I'm a crazy person, it's official).

Soooo when I finally did decide to bust this baby out I knew I wanted it to be the base, then I stacked everything else on top like legos and built my fit.

I hadn't rocked one of my most awesome blazers (with the ombred speckles) in a hot minute. I also hadn't ever worn this sleeveless color-blocked top in black and white either (you can't see the top part where the white is because there's a bunch of FAIL going on here, my hair is in the way). I also paired it with none other than my MYNT1972 skirt..because it's BAAAWWWSSSSE, and the newest member of the NaughtCouture famiglia...my minimalist wedge bad boys. Lastly, you know ya girl had to don her trusty shades, red lip, and signature jewels.

What I'm Wearing:

Blazer from Target.com. $39.99
Sleeveless top from Target.com. $10
Necklace from wholesale district. $5
Bracelet from Burlington Coat Factory. $7
MYNT1972 skirt from Shop & Swap. ($30)
Minimalist Wedge from OldNavy.com. $11 (On Sale)

All in all I think this outfit is Totes Amaze! What do you think? Do you base your look around an accessory, tell me about it? How would you have done this look?

If you were paying attention to my last post it almost seems pointless to reiterate my undying love for this style during the cooler months of the year....but I'll do it anyway for those who may have missed it or have just tuned in.

I'm not really one for trends, the idea of following anything gives me hives to be frank...but I can appreciate the reference point that trends create. I can also appreciate the fact that if there so happens to be a trend that touches upon notes you actually fancy....the market becomes extremely saturated with it, so now you'll be able to find it everywhere.

I think the things I hate most about "trends" is that thin (almost invisible) line of over-saturation (like a radio station that only plays the same five songs for three months straight), and most importantly and most disturbingly, the idea of some person in some watchtower...trying to tell me or anyone for that matter....what they should buy, wear, feel, think, like, be, etc...

I DO WHAT I WANT! You should do what you want as well, I'm only here to act as a baseline...a means of inspiration.

BACK TO THE FASHION!

So this whole "Collegiate Chic" is a definite go to in the cooler months for me because it combines fashion and function so effortlessly. It's like; layers (CHECK!), comfort (CHECK!), fabulosity (CHECK!).

I paired this sweater and collared button-up number, with seriously one of the best pair of leggings I've owned. They too fit the bill of fashion and function, they're supremely comfortable, they suck in all your jiggly bits, and they have fancy little touches that add all sorts of interest. These are not your ordinary leggings, LOVE THEM!

I Threw on some tall boots and my statement accessories, and BOOM...I'm ready to go.

Don't even get me started on this lip color I'm rockin', talk about new obsession.

Of course I had to show you guys the side action, just look at that quilted faux leather tuxedo strip that kicks these leggings up a notch...or two...or a THOUSAND!

What I'm Wearing:

Lips are Velvetine in Utopia from Limecrime.com. $20 (Gifted)
Sweater from Target. $14 (On sale)
Sheer fuchsia pink collared button down from JCPenny.com. $17
Necklace from Burlington Coat Factory. $15 (Gifted)
Leggings from Forever21.com. $19.80
Bracelet from Burlington Coat Factory. $7
Ring from some random streetfair in SoHo. $2
Boots from Avenue.com. $33.60 (On Sale)

Totes Amaze.

Collegiate Chic.