Pumpkin Spice Chronicles: Fall Accessories!

Its officially Fall! Yall just dont know how much I love Fall!! The Season of Pumpkin Spiced Lattes, Pumpkin scented Candles (absolutely addicted!)...and Cool nights and Warm colors! 

And the Fashion!! Yaaaasssssss!!! The Fashion!!!!

The first thing I do is go on the hunt for the perfect accessories to make a smooth Fall transition.
As a plus size woman, you can sometimes be limited in how many Brick and Mortar places we can shop! That being said....Never rule out places that don't carry Plus size clothing or that may not have items you are interested in. Look at accessories and shoes that will compliment your mood, wardrobe and life! Want to see some of my recent Purchases??? Well lets go!

 

Women's Cream Geometric Fashion Scarf $14.99 

Grey Felt Fedora Hat $19.99

Although I am in no way afraid of color..I LOVE a great neutral Pallet! I scored these Three Beauties recently and plan to add them to some of my summer whites and grays to create warmth and texture to my wardrobe! I Love a great felt hat to add instant drama...specially when my hair is straightened and I need something to add a little umph! I am also a huge scarf fan! Put on you basic pair gray tee-shirt and jeans and dress it up with some boots and a pretty scarf and your instantly polished ready for a casual lunch, a movie and of course shopping!

Vince Cumuto Gold Tone Watch

<<<<And if anyone knows me...there is going to be a new watch in my arsenal...A girl needs her arm candy! Its Gold, simple and chic...which add an air of class and elegance to your look.

OK...I Know, I know! Some of you would prefer a little more color...well hear you go!

Woman's Print Wrap  Poncho Multi-Colored $26.99

I Purchased this Colorful Aztec print Poncho from Target! Just like the pieces above, You could use this colorful piece to add interest to a basic Tee and Jean combo (Which I plan to do!), but I think this would look great layered over a body skimming Nude/Tan colored Body-con or sheath dress ans some knee-high boots! Great for a day at the office (Sheath Dress) or a nice cozy dinner (Body-Con). I also chose a Tan fringe Ralph Lauren Cross Body bag (I believe they might be almost sold out Dolls...). I know Tan isn't considered a bright color, but a neutral in the Fashion world. But stay with me! A great tan (Did I Mention Fringe???? Ah! I LOVE Fringe!) goes well with the warm and deep colors associated with Fall! 

Ralph Lauren "Wheeler" Leather Fringe Hobo Bag $250+

Then...Of Course. I have to have my beloved Berry Tones! First of all...the picture of these Boots (Directly from HSN's site) does do these boots justice! They are a rich berry color (Other colors available) and the fringe is super relaxed and organic. And the best part??? They come in wide width!!! When a girl who wears a size 10/11 in shoes AND has a wide foot finds footwear that accommodates...we get on it ASAP!! No time for thinking...Budget what??? LOL!!(FYI...they were are flex pay too...::winkwink:::)

Capelli Plaid Scarf (ROSS) $5.99

Vince Camoto "Hayzee" Suede Fringe Ankle Boot $150

Well, Ladies (and gents!)! Thank you soooo much for Bringing in Fall with me! Let me know if you would like me to style any of the pieces I have shared with you today! And Please leave a comment below to let me know what you thought! Also, tell me whats your Fall Must have??

HUGS!!

xoxo 

Stephanie

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StyleFile: Edgy Destructed Jeans

Hello my lovely Lattes!!!

Today's Blog is all about Styling Deconstructed Jeans! I Think EVERY Diva can benefit by having at least one pair in their wardrobe. It gives a cool vibe to many classic and casual pieces in your arsenal!

So, lets talk about the Jeans! The Jeans I'm wearing are Mossimo from Target. They were $29.99.
Here's a Pic!

I will say that I bought mine (In a size 18 Missy) when they first came out so mine are VERY worn in. The Holes...are, well....Holes. lol! But I Love them! They were a bit looses befor the CupCakes attacked my Thighs, but its nice to know that as Im loosing weight...they Could still be the Boyfriend Fit the were intended to be!

Wanna how I Styled them??? Okay! Here you go!

The First look is a dressed up casual look. 

I paired the Jeans with a Simple Oatmeal Colored Tank Top from Target, Cha Cha Vente Bat-wing Cardigan from Burlington, Emma Fox Black Winged Tote from HSN and some Adorable (And Comfortable!!!!) "Dorsey" Heals From Lane Bryant. I also Piled on 2 Spring Clasp Bangles, One Daisy Fuentes (snake print, Past Season) From Kohls and the Other (Black/Gold Buckle) I Honestly don't remember where I got it! LOL!

(Similar) Jeans: LINK

Tank: LINK

Emma Fox Winged Tote: LINK

Shoes: LINK

Ok...Here's One more Outfit! Here Goes!!

This outfit has a very Lady-Like Rocker Chic Feel.

This look includes the FOILED BOUCLE MOTO JACKET, which is sold out (Past Season), the same tank from the Earlier Outfit and a Beautiful Taupe Arcadia Handbag with Tan Trim. 

(LOVE ITALIAN HANDBAGS!!!) And my New Favoriate Shoes from DSW! (Got them for $56!!!) The Cole Haan "Juliana" Pump with Nike Technology (Yet Another Comfy Pump!!!)

Cole Haan Shoes can be found on this DSW Page: LINK

Well Thank you so much for viewing my Style File!!!

Till Next Time,

Stay Fabulous My Lovely Lattes!!!

Lovely Eats and Outfit Deets! OOTD 08/27

Bonjur Ladies and Gents!

 So today me and my friend went to lunch in a cozy off  of Highland Avenue ( in the Inman park area...) The Restaurant is called ZUMA Sushi and Sake Bar and it is pretty good if you ask me! Hears the LINK if you want to check them out! They have Great loch specials (:Like all you can eat Sushi for $15!!!) And they have a cool modern atmosphere BUT is still casual and Friendly. We sat outside and the weather was perfect!! Blue skys, sunny and not to hot!

(YES!! FALL IS COMING!!! LOL!)

My face was adorned with my usual basics...MAC Studio Fix an power foundation, Highlighter was Dior, Blush were both from Nars and Eyes were Urban Decay and Also from my highlighter Pallet from Dior (Its so versatile!) Lips a Gloss from Malani.

(If you want a breakdown for each product, comment below!

The Outfit:

• Dress: This frock is a short,  flowey black and white Aztec print! It has a flirty Faux Wrap look and a Chiffon ease! ($9.99 Ross SCORE!)
• Shoes: by MIA - A Flat ad a Sandle all in one! These Feature an edgy ankle strap that had a faux leather lace which adds an added funky detail to the Shoe. ($19.99 Burlington Coat Factory)
• Shoes (alternative. "TAXI Cab" heal)They are sexy caged heals with gold accent spaces!! So Bad!! Wide-width too!! ($79 Lane Bryant)
• Necklace: $6.99 at Burlington (Has matching earrings...but i didnt wear them...)
• Bracelet: $24.99 ($9.99 on sale) Ann Taylor Loft
• Handbag: $39.99 Just Fab.com 

Thanks for stopping by Divas and Gents!

Xoxo

~STEPHANIE 

Leggings, Crop Tops and After-Thoughts!

Hi Love Bugs!!

Ok, Random Blog talking about "That $h!# I DON'T LIKE!" LOL!!! (Which should have indeed been the Title...but I was Being a good girl this morning! :-D

Anywho, i wanted to talk about these trends that every woman simply shouldn't wear. YES this is my opinion. YES you can go out in Public, where people and innocent children and small animals have to see you in WHATEVER you want to! I CAN'T STOP YOU!! I Know I Cant. BUT I can state my OPINION...Can't I?? YES!! (Its a democracy ya' know! As I Laugh under my breath...lol!!)

SO!!! Let's Start with the Leggings. For those who know me, you already know my General View on Leggings. For ONE the are NOT PANTS!!! This Garment should almost be thought of as an accessory. Something to make that Shorter then short Dress appropriate or Make that Tunic Length Top Acceptable. BUT there are other Factors we need to take in mind...like Body Shape, Fit and SHEERNESS!!! (Yes, I capitalized and Highlighted that last work and put that bad boy in BOLD lettering cause im SO SERIOUS!!!) 

ON TO THE VISUALS!!! (YAAAAAYYYY!!!!!)

My First Question is do you (And by "you" I Mean violators of this hannis crime!!!) have friends in your life?? Family who cares??? Co-Workers who actually like you? I know yall' are like "Stephanie?? Why The Silly Questions?? Of Course I do!!!" Well if they are NOT telling you that you look a MESS in those leggings, they might not be the best people in your life...Im just Sayin...

Seriously...THIS (Look at the Picture Below...WAIT....Breathe....Ok. Now Look) IS A HOT SMOLDERING MESS!!!)

At Work too?? No!!!!!!  Photo Link )

I Am NOT responsible for ant Permanent Damage or Bad Dreams in Relation to Viewing this Photo)

Photo From: Photo Link

                                                                                                                                                                        This Next Pic, Of which I would like to name "The Purple People Eater"m is how we SHOULDN'T Wear Leggings! A Short Shirt is bad enough, but tucking it in and adding a Belt??? I'm Completely confused!!! Well I'm NOT because She OBVIOUSLY is proud " of the 2 Hams Stuck down in back of her Pants" (Comedian  Reference) I wish Ladies as a whole would understand that you don't have to show off Every thing you have to be Sexy! 

 And that Negative, Mannish Attention you get (And Graciously Accept) only makes it harder for Men (Or woman) To respect us and take us seriously! The clothing we wear, weather we like it or not, really makes a difference in how people perceive us! Is it Fair???? Yes and No. If you look as if you don't care about you appearance, People are going to think...well you don't care. Then the assumptions come in (The not fair part) that you are un-organized, lazy, un-kept...you get my drift. When we show too much, it looks like were DESPERATE FOR ATTENTION. Sorry...the Truth hurts huh? 

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Ok...so You decided to wear the leggings anyway....with a shorter top. Ok, Everything I Wrote Above meant NOTHING to you. Its ok. I Get it. BUT DAMMIT cant you AT LEAST make sure they are thick enough where when the Sun or Bright light catches your better (Or not so Better...) Half that we CANT SEE STRAIGHT THROUGH THEM???? UGH!!!  Really??? I've seen it all. Ive seen bright pink thongs, Floral granny panties...NO panties. I'M SO OVER IT!!! 

Grab a GOOD Friend and have her shine a light towards you or something For Gods Sake!

And here is my Honorable Mention. The Crop Top phase ISN'T FOR EVERYONE!!!!!!

I Don't want to even go into to this...its probably another Blog Post all together.  But Here are some GREAT examples on why you MUST know your body and its limitations. 

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Moral or the Story, If you Wear your leggings like This, You will be a Put together Diva and i WILL be Sooo Proud of you!!!! (I JUST Shed a Tear!!!)

Ding DING DIINNGGGG!!!! Pic Source

But if you Continue to Wear them the ways i said NOT to wear them above..Peggy Bundy will be SOOOOOO PROUD OF YOU!!!

Love Yall!! Pass this on to a friend!!! (LMBO!!!)

xoxo

~Stephanie, Fashion Diva!