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Wednesday, October 17, 2012

black skinny jeans

something about black skinny jeans just screams "Im A Rockstar!'' to me.

i've have the jeans for some and rarely wear them but today i was feeling like a badass and decided to take them out for a spin. i added my favorite cross print tee from Forever 21 and a top hat from top shop. once again super amped that its cool enough for hats...but me no likey sweaters.

i just went through my winter clothing and donated about 75% of my sweaters because they were so ravaged from the past 2 winters. i will definitely be going top shopping soon or i will freeze to death in winter. lol.

Top: Forever 21 | Jeans: Free People | Jacket: H&M | Booties: Zara | Hat: Top Shop

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all black with a pop of red in the booties! these are seriously my favorite boots and im so glad i stepped outside my comfort zone of hardly ever wearing red and buying these boots. i always get questions about this denim jacket. i got it like 3 years ago at H&M. I've had it so long but i've never ever washed it..lol. i find that the stains and the dirt really make it look broken in and vintage. it also fits me perfectly and i think washing it would destroy all the charm of it.

have you ever had something you didn't wash to preserve its essence?

Monroe

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Friday, October 5, 2012

crown and glory

with the cooler weather comes...bad hair days.

days when your hair just wont even think about cooperating and days when its so windy there is no possible style that can withstand the sheer force of air. thus...i reintroduce my trusty bowler hat.

he's been good to me.

Jacket: BCBGeneration for SALE | Top: Forever 21 | Bag: Urban Expressions

Shoes: Gianvito Rossi | Boyfriend Jeans: H&M

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i love that this look is dressed up with the jacket and the shoes but other than that is comfortable and laid back. something about a blazer with boyfriend jeans just screams model to me but it works for just about everyone. make sure to check out Shop Fashion Steele NYC! this blazer is for sale!

what are your bad hair day solutions?
ps...i am |----| this close to chopping all my hair off!

Monroe

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Saturday, May 5, 2012

my downtown look

I'll admit it...I have "looks". I have my sophisticated look, my earthy look, my fun business look and my downtown look. Hell i have way more than that but for times sake...we'll keep it short.

this is more of a downtown look for me. when i think downtown Manhattan I think

trendy, fun and sexy.

i put this look together with those thoughts in mind and topped it off with a hat just because....

Top: Zara get a similar one HERE | Shorts: Forever 21 | Shoes: Sole Society

Bag: Remi and Emmy c/o Rebecca Minkoff | Hat: Randm Soho Vendor get similar HERE

I love being downtown..it's a whole different world from being in Harlem. But sometimes its just nice to be home. It's quieter and the rent is so much more affordable. Hey I'm only a 30 minute train ride from downtown and it gives me just enough time to read my fashion magazines.

Plus is I lived downtown near all the awesome shopping...I'd be perpetually broke.

Check out some of my favorite shorts here and here.

what does your downtown look look like?

Monroe

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

read between the lines

another gorgeous Oscar The Third creation that I simply

couldn't keep my hands off of. its bohemian but chic.

i love the abstract lines on it and the neutral colors.

its seems like something Nicole Richie would wear. Speaking of which have you all been watching

Fashion Star? I know I have!

Dress: Oscar the Third | Shoes: Sole Society | Hat: Random Soho Vendor get similar HERE

Sunnies: Spitfire | Necklace: Vintage via Ebay

i thought these strappy sole society sandals would be perfect for this dress since it has the criss crossing lines. this dress is lightweight and super long. i felt like a goddess in it and for some reason like Lisa Bonet too. lol. this tiny pearl necklace has been on for about 2 weeks now. i put it on and hardly ever take it off. i dont know why. expect to see it in a lot of post!

oh so back to Fashion Star..who do you think will win?

i am LOVIN Kara!

Monroe

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Tuesday, April 10, 2012

the bralet and the midi skirt

picked up this skirt at Forever 21 for next to nothing.

my midi skirt collection is increasing steadily.

i smell a review of my skirt collection blog post coming at you soon.

Top: ASOS Bralet | Blazer & Skirt: Forever 21 | Shoes: Nicole via Daffys

Watch: Casio | Necklace: ALDO | Purse: Thrifted Vintage Coach

I've been rocking the hell outta these awesome shoes that I picked up a Daffy's a few weeks ago.

They are totally comfortable and make any look a bit more rocker.

i think the bralet top is the perfect way to show a little skin without showing too much with the blazer.

i have been working hard to clear out my closet. I figure if i havent worn it this past year and dont love it to pieces its gotta go. I have a huge pile to donate and the other half has made it on to my store SHOP FASHION STEELE NYC

so make sure to check it out.

Monroe

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