sharks, sequins and plaid

when I got this plaid top and shark tee from Forever 21 a few weeks ago I knew exactly what I wanted to pair them with...this gryphon sequin skirt! I love the mixture of textures and colors in this outfit. This plaid shirt with leather pockets is one of my best buys from Forever 21. They are definitely stepping their game up. In the past few months I've gotten these two pieces, these shorts and this Tupac top. I wore this outfit to the Lucky Brand jeans event last week.

Top: Both Forever 21 | Skirt: Gryphon NY via Loehmann's | Sneakers: Steve Madden

Bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAC Mini

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im so incredibly happy the heat wave in New York City is over. I've been dying during those 90 plus days. Let me tell you its really hard to look cute when is 97 degrees and the humidity sends your hair into an afro with uncontrollable frizz and your make up is sliding down your face. Which is why unless I really have somewhere to go...I don't wear makeup. I always feel bad when a reader catches me on a "bum day" (when I look a hot mess). I always feel like I've disappointed them by not living up to their expectations. Actually its kinda funny sometimes. hey...im just a normal girl with an unhealthy habit for shoes and a photographer.



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the Gatsby look

ok so its not really a Gatsby look but i did wear this skirt to see The Great Gatsby because it has that kind of feel to me. I picked this Gryphon skirt up from Loehmanns on sale! I love it to pieces too. the neutral color makes it easy to wear with anything but my favorite to pair it with is denim or a light knit sweater. Oh make sure to check out my post of the Gatsby Costume Exhibit I checked out a few weeks ago at the Prada Soho store!

Skirt: Gryphon | Top: H&M Mens Dept | Shoes: Alexander Wang Aminata | Sunnies: Vintage

 

I love the heaviness to this sequin skirt too. Makes me feel a little more comfortable that when the wind blows...this bad boy will stay put! I also had the idea of pairing this skirt with denim after seeing the spread in ELLE magazine with Kerry Washington. She was featured rocking all blinged out pieces with denim. LOVED IT! LOVE HER! What am I gonna do till Fall when Scandal returns? *wall slides*

      

Photography by Tiona D. 



NEW IN: Gryphon and Ray Ban

i've been eyeing this Gryphon skirt for awhile and when it finally went on sale...i was sold. i can imagine wearing it with a slouchy tank and this utility jacket or this denim jacket. also picked up some new Ray Ban aviators.

Skirt: Gryphon via Loehmanns | Sunnies: Ray Ban via Loehmanns

 

excited! check out the rest of my sunglasses collection here!

xx

Monroe

 



Lulu's: Sequin Dream

for some reason i've really been into sequins and holiday/party looks. i guess its that time of year with Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years just around the corner. i've been dreaming up charming outfits that sparkle and shine. i'm sure i will have a ton of parties to attend next month! so glad i found this sequin number at lulus.com. its another one of my favorite pieces they have at the moment. check out my latest lulus.com collaboration blog post here. what i love about them is they are super affordable!

 

 

 

Top: Ali & Ro | Skirt: Tulle Intentions Sequin Skirt c/o Lulus.com | Earrings: H&M

Thigh High Black Suede Boots: Pelle Moda via Loehmanns | Bag: Vintage via Brooklyn Flea Market

Bracelet: Top Shop | Lipstain: Stila Fiery

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ohhhhh snap. i pulled out the thigh high boots! what i love most about these boots is that they still make it possible for me to wear skirts and sometimes even shorts in the colder months. these are suede and super warm too. thigh high boots are versatile and can work with jeans too! i got these babies last year and they have come in quite handy.

 

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xx

Monroe

 

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