all thrifted outfit part I

so last weekend I enjoyed 2 full days of thrifting with a haul at Salvation Army in Harlem and a haul at Beacon's Closet in downtown Manhattan.  I scored some pretty awesome pieces for such fashion STEELE's. I decided to do an all thrifted outfit post mixing pieces from each thrift adventure. well not everything is thrifted but the clothing is...hey a girls gotta accessorize right?!

Top: thrifted from Beacon's Closet | Skirt: thrifted from Salvation Army

Shoes: L.A.M.B. Morisa | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C. | Necklace: Modern Tibet

thrifting can be hella rewarding and fun! i love it when I find great pieces. i was drawn to this skirt because of the pleats and the color. i have a similar vintage skirt here. anywho this skirt came with this top that a rocked in last weeks post with an American Apparel skirt.

if you wanna know the hottest places to thrift and vintage shop in NYC make sure to order my eBook:

Thrift and the City: A Guide to New York City Thrift and Vintage Shopping.

This 13 page ebook lists stores and addresses as well as photos of things I've scored there!

this book features hot thrift spots in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

So get on it and get yours asap and don't forget to check out my upcoming thrift shopping tours in the left sidebar or schedule your own HERE.

xx

Monroe

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Target Tuesdays

Outfit

Jacket: (Can't make out the brand name) Target

Romper: Xhiliration via Target

Cross Body Bag: Vintage Coach

Wedges: Messica Coraline saw them in Shoegasm in NYC as well same price.

Necklace: Modern Tibet got it HERE!!!

So I got most of this outfit from Target...would you believe that!

Target is freaking awesome. I fell in love with this suede jacket the moment I saw it. It's lightweight so perfect for those chilly Spring and Summer nights. Suede in the Spring??? I think so! Especially with this crazy weather NYC has literally been showering us with. But I won't complain because people in the South got it bad. I had to call and make sure my family was ok after all those tornado's.

I finally got to break out these wedges. I think it's the perfect time to wear them. They still cover a majority of my foot so even if its not 65 degrees outside my foot stays pretty warm.

 Feels more like I'm wearing booties.

It's FINALLY Spring so I'm dressing for Spring! The weather in NYC was amazing today!

Has anyone else seen the awesome stuff at Target ??? Like those Dolce Vita Wedges???

XOXO

Monroe

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Choose my Fashion Week Looks: Outfit I

So as I posted before I'm going to a few NYC Fashion Week events and decided to give myself a "Ways to Wear It" challenge. I will be posted 3 outfits and I want you all to choose which outfit I should wear to 3 different events. They will all feature my favorite Mustard yellow Forever 21 top. I don't know what it is about this top that just explains my whole personality but I love it. So here is look number 1. Keep in mind the 3 events I will be going to

1). IFB (International Fashion Bloggers Conference) an all day event complete with panel discussions, a lunch, and a party with a DJ afterwards

2). Bensoni Fashion Show (hopefully)

3). Jewelry Showcase Fashion Show that my friend is modeling in!

This is one of my favorite statement necklaces that I purchased at the Holiday Shops at Union Square. The brand is Modern Tibet. See more of it HERE!!!!!

I love the color blocking here!

Outfit

Top: Forever 21

Tulip Skirt: Forever 21 see it worn to Glamour Magazines Love Your Life Conference HERE!!!!!

Opaque tights: American Apparel

Shoes: BCBGeneration

Clutch: BCBG

Necklace: Modern Tibet

Ring: Got in Mexico

So what do you fashionistas think of this bold color combo? I think I love it! So keep this outfit in mind and voice your opinion Sunday as to which of the 3 outfits I post I should wear to the 3 events I am attending during Fashion Week!

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XOXO

Monroe

My Personal Style: Spring Lookbook Pt III

I'm loving crisp whites with detailing for Spring. In the last post I had a great white rose applique top from American Apparel. I also featured turquoise, tribal print, ivory and natural wood accesories. From accessories to clothing this will be a major staple in my Spring wardrobe. Here is another look from my personal Spring Style Lookbook.

The detailing on the blouse is amazing!

I would pair this top with some great cut off shorts and wedges for a great Spring/Summer look.

Torquoise will be one of my main color staples for Spring. Its a refreshing color yet and earth tone. Turquoise necklaces, and earrings are shown above. I wouldn't ever pair alike necklaces and earrings but wanted to show them individually. Got the necklace from Forever 21 last week for just $8!!!! Fashion STEELE!!!

I also wanted to feature this awesome necklace I got from Modern Tibet, all handmade jewelry. See more of this necklace here!!!!!!

What do you all think of my Spring 2011 trends so far????Am I on the right track???? What accessory trends do you think will be in the spotlight this Spring?

XOXO

Monroe



Women Wear the Pants

I'm not really a pants wearing kinda girl. I barely wear jeans but I came across an amazing collection of tailored pants from American Apparel and fell in love with the fit. I have long legs and these pants are the perfect length. I'm also really into bustiers as shirts now. I think I got that trend from Rihanna. ASOS has tons of these cute little tops as well, that I will order when my budget allows (sticking to those NY's Resolutions lol).

Outfit
Pants: American Apparel
Bustier Top: H&M
Necklace: Modern Tibet
Cardigan: Nine West vis Marshalls
Shoes: BCBG
Ring: AF Jewelry Collection Inc NYC

I really love H&M. They have great clothes, they are always on trend and they are affordable. I also like that their clothes are pretty good quality. I've been picking up a lot of great pieces from H&M and I cant wait to share them. Whats your favorite store? At the moment mine is definitely H&M!

Check out the slideshow of more photos of this outfit below!


Untitled from Monroe Steele on Vimeo.


XOXO
Monroe

Stylish Blogger Award

I've been seeing the Stylish Blogger Award going around and was so surprised and honored today when I was received this award from one of my favorite bloggers Nana Stars.

I am really lucky to have such great followers and people who like my blog. I work really hard at it and its nice to hear all the wonderful comments. So I have to now share 7 facts about myself and pass on this award to 7 bloggers that I adore. Lets keep it rolling fashionistas!

Here is an outfit I wore yesterday to a great Holiday Party at a friends.

I had such a great time eating all the delicious food she cooked and playing Taboo with all the other guest!

Finally got to wear the necklace I got earlier this week from the Union Square Shops see it better

 here in An NYC Christmas.

 7 facts about me

1. My real name is not Monroe its a pen name I use. However my last name is really Steele...lol. Monroe is actually the name I plan to give my daughter (when I have one).
2. I have 3 tattoos: A cross on my left foot, Aztec art symbol on the small of my back and the word Agaperos on my right hip bone (Agape=Love Eros=Passion i combined the 2 words)
3. I have a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and thats my main job with blogging on the side for fun
4. When I shoot looks I usually shoot 5-6 looks in 2 hours and post them throughout the week. Its not realistic for me to shoot everyday as I work 40hrs a week lol
5. I'm a Taurus
6. I love love love playing scrabble and doing crosswords
7. I almost never ever ever iron clothes unless I absolutely have to. I iron about 4 times a year lol

So there are the 7 facts about me. Hope you enjoyed them lol. Now I would like to pass this award onto:

Monroes Stylish Blogger Awards go to:

1. Baby Budget Blog she has great style and accessories
2. Mis Papelicos I love everything about her vintage style
3. Shine by Three she is gorgeous and her wardrobe and photos are amazing. I check her daily!
4. Zarna's Runway Zarna is chic and beautiful. I love her style. Her blog is great for inspiration.
5. Reservade Fashion She has amazing fashion and is a really great blogger.
6. Gary Pepper Vintage Love Love Love this fashionistas effortless style and stunning photos
7. Style Defined NYC One of my Favorite NYC Street Style blogs. Alway great and unique photos!

Congrats Fellow Bloggers! Make sure to check them out!

Outfit

Necklace: Modern Tibet

Top: Nicolette (Nordstrom Rack $17)

Pants: Eighy Sixty (Norstrom Rack $25)

Red Suede Pumps: Zigi Soho

I am again really honored by being awarded with the Stylish Blogger Award. I hope you all continue to enjoy my blog, visit me often and tell your friends! Thanks again to Nana Stars for giving me this awesome award!

XOXO

Monroe

An NYC Christmas

I've been craving statement jewelry for the past few months. Huge necklaces, large cocktail rings, bracelets that can double as weapons...lol. I was out at Union Square Holiday Shops Monday and bought a lovely necklace.

Got this necklace at a store in the shops called Modern Tibet. They have lovely jewelry that is pretty yet not costly. I fell in love with the necklace. Check them out at www.ModernTibet.com.

They also have a store in NYC at 103 Sullivan Street bet Prince and Spring

Here is a photo of the Union Square Holiday Shops. There are tons of unique Jewelry, clothing and little holiday knick knack stores. I had a great time looking around. Another great jewelry find is Kaisa & Paternoster Designs of handcrafted Watches and Jewelry in which they melt different metals together to make awesome cocktail rings and watches. Visit them here Kaisa & Paternoster Designs based out of Brooklyn NYC.

I also made my way over to Macys to see all the decorations and the Christmas display

To learn more about the Union Square Holiday Shops check HERE!!!!

The shops will be open in Union Square until Decemeber 24th 2010.

Check out another post of Union Square Street Fashion here Farmers Market Fashion.

Union Square is definitely one of my favorite places to shop in the city!

Check out other statement jewelry I'm craving here!!!!

What do you guys think of the necklace? My friend who I was with said it is beautiful but she'd be too self conscious to wear it? How do you feel about bulky jewelry???

XOXO

Monroe