Monday, December 31, 2012

and a Happy New Year....

 
 








Dress: Adrianna Papell | Leather Jacket: Dallin Chase | Booties: L.A.M.B.
Jewelry: Light Years NC | Lipstick: Nars Velvet Matte Train Bleu
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I decided to go with this brown, silver and gold sequin number I picked up a Loehmanns a few years back. Come to think of it..everything I'm wearing is from Loehann's from the Jacket to the Booties! I also wore this dress during FNO! I guess for New Years I'm all about sequins...like this green sequin number I wore last New Years.
 
Have a great and safe New Years Everyone!
 
xx
Monroe
 
 
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Photography by Tiona D.
 


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Saturday, December 29, 2012

My Favorite Looks of 2012

this year has been a crazy one. I've done things and worked with people I'd only dreamt about. i love this blog so much and i thank everyone who takes the time to check it out everyday! here's a little compilation of outfit posts from each month this year including fashion week.
 APRIL | MAY | JUNE
 OCTOBER | NOVEMBER | DECEMBER

some of the highlights of this year for me was being in a commercial as the Hottest Fashion Blogger for Toshiba Labtops and visiting Barcelona Spain. I also had a ball going to fashion week in February and September. I am still so grateful every season just to get an invite and I know without this blog that would not be possible. I had a blast shooting a thrift segment video and doing whole outfits of thrift. Some of my favorite posts were this one, this one and this one...for all different reasons (but mainly because I secretly love writing). I also got to interview Elizabeth Benzing Shoe designer for L.A.M.B. which was in itself amazing. Needless to say this year has been so amazing and I know next year will be even better! So thanks so much for reading!
follow your dreams.


xx
Monroe

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Thursday, December 27, 2012

baby its cold outside

actually its freezing outside. the weather in NYC today was super rainy with ice and snow. good thing I got out before the snow came in and finally rocked my Michael Kors faux fur coat that I got for a STEELE at Marshalls. I paired in down with a top I got from Loehmanns (on sale) and my favorite pair of boyfriend jeans. it is quite possible to look fashionable even when its cold but I also love my very ugly down black bubble coat as well. its keeps me warm but it looks like hell.


Faux Fur Coat: Michael Kors see if differently here | Top: Press via Loehmanns | Jeans: H&M
Bag: Marc Jacobs | Shoes: L.A.M.B | Lipstick: NARS Train Bleu | Glasses: Thrifted
Double Cross Ring: ASOS | Gold Cross Bracelet and Wishbone Necklace
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I hope everyone's holiday was rocking! I had such a great time. I saw the movie Django Unchained and I really enjoyed it. I then had dinner with friends. It was a great Christmas for me. I am sooooo looking forward to New Years! I already have my outfit ready to go. I will keep you all posted on what I will be wearing...think sequins!
 
xx
Monroe
 
 
Photography by Tiona D.

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Wednesday, December 26, 2012

My Favorite Things 2012

I shopped like a maniac this year. I tried new trends. I tried new makeups and perfumes. 2012 was a good year of discovery for me. These are a few of my favorite things from 2012!
 
 
1). Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline Perfume my go to smell when im feeling sexy
2). Smashbox Oil free Photo Finish Primer (this stuff is the truth)
*4). Stila Fiery Liquid Lipstick (Dries Matte and stays on forever, the absolute bright red!)
5). Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer with SPF (gentle on my skin and works!)
6). Maybelline Falsies Mascara (never need fake eyelashes with 2 coats of this!)
7). NARS Heatwave Matte Lipstick (orange lippy but not too orange see it here)
8). Essie Devils Advocate and Skirting the Issue Nail Polishes (Fall Fabs)
10). Josie Maran Argan Oil Hair Serum (great after styling and decrease frizz)
11). Prada Candy Perfume (when I'm feeling flirty and it does smell like candy!)
12). Sephora Cream Waterproof Eye Shadow (I use it as a liner and for smoky eyes)
 
1). ASOS Feather Skirt (recent show stopping piece that I love! get similar HERE or HERE)
3). Zara leather sleeved jacket! (sold out but get similar HERE or HERE)
4). Zara red booties (these are total show stoppers and I get compliments every time I wear them)
5). ASOS Double Cross Ring (I've been wearing it nonstop since I got it!)
6). Steve Madden Madhouse Booties (again another great shoe that everyone loves and comfy!)
7). Skull Head Bracelet (I wear mine like everyday...adds edge to an arm party too)
8). Tom Ford Sunnies (got them on sale at Loehmanns! in heavy rotation!)
9). Canon T2i Camera (My BEST ELECTRONIC BUY of 2012 especially for this blog!)
10). Bowler Hats (especially when my hair was shorter I rocked this Jan-March!)
11). Wishbone Necklace (you've seen me wear one is every other post lol)
12). L.A.M.B. Mya in TAN and Black/Grey (rocked these bad boys all summer here and here)
 
what were you favorite things of 2012?
 
xx
Monroe
 
 
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Monday, December 24, 2012

tis' the season.... to dress fancy

I wish I could be home for Christmas but this year it wasn't possible so I'm spending it with friends. I'm actually really excited because on Christmas day I am going to bake my favorite apple pie and head to the movies to see Django Unchained! I am just in love with Kerry Washington as in actress ever since I got hooked on Scandal (every Thursday my twitter fam and I go nuts!). When this time of year rolls around I gravitate toward classic elegant looks with a twist. So it's no surprise I pulled out my vintage jacquard bell skirt for the day!
 
 

 
 
 



Denim Top & Necklace: Forever 21 | Skirt: Vintage (Thrifted) | Booties & Clutch: Zara
Bracelet: Top Shop
 GET THE LOOK

 
I would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday!
ps...these red booties are now on sale!
 
xx
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Saturday, December 22, 2012

NEW IN: Quilted Black Leather Jacket

yes...anything quilted please. ever since I scooped up this quilted Missoni skirt from Loehmanns...I've been on the hunt for a quilted jacket. As if I need another black jacket but I couldn't contain myself. While doing some personal shopping for a client at Century 21 last week I came across this beauty! And its from one of my favorite lines P. Luca. It fits perfectly, looks stylish and is super warm. It was also less than $60, a definite fashion STEELE in my book!
Jacket: P. Luca via Century 21
 
Check out a few other quilted loves...
 

 
xx
Monroe
 

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Thursday, December 20, 2012

beaded blazer

Well it isn't actually studded but it has that studded look with the use of beading. I love love love this beaded blazer from Lulus.com. Its eye catching and unique and the perfect topper to any outfit. I wanted to let the jacket shine so I went with a basic all black look with my new H&M jeans and also a great eye popping pair of red pumps from Lulus.com as well.


 
 
 




Blazer: c/o Lulus.com | Top: Alternative | Jeans: H&M | Necklace: Light Years NYC
Shoes: c/o Lulus.com get them in Black or Red
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I'm so glad I got this blazer in time for all the holiday parties coming up. it will be perfect over sequin dresses or over a nice full skirt and top. These are a pair of jeans I bought from H&M after doing my True to Size denim trial. They fit great and I love the distressed look too.
 
xx
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