Sexy Lace

Lace will be a big trend for summer and fall. Women are doing cardigans with lace backs, lace blouses, leggings, and the even more risque, lace body suits. I am still iffy about this...seeing I never was a big lace person. I mean, there was that time in third grade when I had the lace BK sneakers. AA has jumped ship with the lace trend...check out pics below...




I wanna rock it...but still confused. Lol!

Inspiring words...

“After awhile you learn the subtle difference
Between holding a hand and chaining a soul,

And you learn that love doesn’t mean leaning

And company doesn’t mean security,

And you begin to learn that kisses aren’t contracts

And presents aren’t promises,

And you begin to accept your defeats

With your head up and your eyes open,
And learn to build all your roads

On today because tomorrow’s ground

Is too uncertain for plans, and futures have
A way of falling down in mid-flight.

After awhile you learn that even sunshine

Burns if you get too much.

So you plant your own garden and decorate

Your own soul, instead of waiting

For someone to bring you flowers.

And you learn that you really can endure…
that you really are strong

And you really do have worth.

And you learn and learn.. .

With every goodbye you learn. — Veronica Shoffstall

-I saw this on Melody Eshanis' blog...and had to borrow it. Deep shit.

Going Nude

Nude is the new black pump. You can practically wear it with anything. Every girl should own a pair. Here is a style that I think is cute for the spring. You can find them at Akira.

Love is...

James and Marilyn

Happy Days

Even though I try to go for a certain look for the season...stuff like that end up coming naturally to me. I always been edgy/funky/tomboy with the look...but lately its been resembling something...and I couldn't point a finger at just what the look was becoming. One day I leave out the crib on a stormy night. I have on cropped black leggings, black cami, my motorcycle jacket, my lacoste flats, and a friggin' hair bonnet. Oh and a clove hanging out my mouth. Was this a scene in Grease or West Side story? Not to mention, my 'hawk was 6 inches high. So there I had it...50s tough chick/rockabilly.

I mean, you have Gwen Stefani, Dita Von Teese, Christina Aguilera, and Janelle Monae, among plenty others who have duplicated this look.

I mean, I am honored to join that list.

Here are some pics that serve as inspiration for the look, or a guide as to what I am referring to...

Unfinished Business

Jail Stripes

Solange at Coachella



My girl Janai at Buddha

Tops found at American Apparel($26-$32)

R.I.P My Combat Boots

If any of you fashionistas have noticed...boots are now very hot for the summer. All different styles too!! Unfortunately, I may not be able to rock my military boots with my floral skirts. My dear boots are now severely damaged from Chicago's tough winter. We had good times splashing through water and snow...my leggings loved them too. And on a good day, I would look like a lesbian while rocking them. Hopefully I can bury them in the shoe cemetery, and they will come back even more bad ass. So long boots!!

Back down memory lane...

"...I seen a photograph...it almost made me laugh..."
This was better times, about three years ago...I was in a happy place. Trying to get back there. P.S That was an awesome night too...hee hee...

Boutique Nightclub '07

From the Sole

Chicago has some pretty dope boutiques, that serve fab on the regular basis. Solemates Chicago has branched out to branding, and their shit is pretty ill on the women and men fashion tip. For the summer they have released my fav racerback tank style, and v-neck tees to rock around the city. Inspired by old liquor ads, these would be good to wear out while sipping on some Johnnie Walker Blue Label. Priced at $35, not bad at all.

The Time is Now

I love the whole Minneapolis movement...Prince, Morris, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, all of them folks! I just adore this album cover by The Time. Look at buddy in the pink suit...dope. They meant business on this shit. Lol!

I wants these!

I am looking for a dope all black sandal that I can dress up or down. Found these by Blowfish...a fav brand of mine...kinda dope, right?

More Sex and the City 2!!!

My gawd I can't wait to see this movie...pay attention to the little details...from nails, to location, and clothes. Fab!!!

Random things I want...

Both of these things can be found at Urban Outfitters. I find odd cuts and different designs dope.

Pretty Mess

I love all things Prince...and that includes Vanity. This song is so horrible its good. This goes out to all my "messy" girls.

Morning Inspiration

I love this chick...check out Ms. Monaes new video. The ending is dope to me. Peep the mirrored folk in the cloaks.

I'm a Million $$ Girl

Not really loving this song...but the video is fab.