Chartreuse And Ikat.

by Jamila Pierre

I think it's safe to say that I have a few color obsessions, and that I don't really follow the seasonal color scheme rules. 

Chartreuse has definitely earned it's spot on the color obsession list and so have all of it's color relatives (Lime & Pea green, and however unpleasant the description, some shades of baby excrement). I am also a fan of bold and/or unexpected color pairings. I believe in going, not matching, unless I'm going monochrome from head to toe. 

I also appreciate making people have a strong feeling about what i'm wearing whether it be good or bad. 

Another obsessshhh I've added to the list is the IKAT print. 

"The defining characteristic of ikat is the dyeing of patterns, by means of bindings, into the threads before cloth construction, the weaving of the fabric, takes place. Herein lies the difference between ikat and tie-dye. In tie-dye the fabric is woven first and the resist bindings are then applied to the fabric which is dyed." - Wikipedia 

Funny how knowing the origin of certain things can make it that much more special.

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This  is a print that has slowly made it's way into my wardrobe because of it's resemblance to tie-dye and while it may be a 3rd cousin of the tie-dye print by mimicking it's whimsical nature, it is very much so far more chic.

Unfortunately I only own two garments with this print but as all things, that will change.

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What I'm Wearing:

  1. Necklace from Telco. $9
  2. Sweater from Target.com. $19.99
  3. IKAT printed jeans from Walmart.com. $9
  4. Kitten heels from NineWest.com. $29.99 (on sale)
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Statement Sweaters.

by Jamila Pierre

Out of all of the seasons I think it's safe to say that Fall is definitely the best time of the year. To me it's a time to express yourself style-wise even more so than any other season. The sad part though, is the fact that it seems to last for just a few seconds in comparison to its horrible counterparts (Summer & Winter).

Before you can even enjoy Fall for all its glory, winter comes in like the ice cold heartless Bishhh that she is and shatters any attempt at looking cute. 

Thankfully though, the times of winter fashion has changed and we're seeing a lot more of our basic winter essential infused with a healthy dose of style. I for one am a huge fan of the fact that clothing stores are being so accommodating to the fact that I still want to look good during the "Frostbite" season. 

This season is typically about Function over Fashion so when I started to see more affordable and stylish sweaters hit the scene, I went H.A.M online and scooped up a bunch.

 I will be growing my collection of fabulosity and you will be seeing me in more statement sweaters throughout this season, because come on...who can can resist the opportunity to look good effortlessly during a season that doesn't entirely let you do that? 

Below are some of my favorite sweaters that I will be rocking religiously this upcoming season.

  1. Top Left: Merona Black/White Dot sweater from Target.com. $29.99
  2. Top Right: Quirky Sequined Mustache Sweatshirt from Forever21. $24.80
  3. Bottom Left: At The Races Sweatshirt from Forever21. $19.80
  4. Bottom Right: Quirky Dinosaur Sweatshirt from Forever21. $22.80