This Past Sunday...Spring Forward! (OOTD)

Spring is definitely upon us. Crisp early mornings eventually leads into luke-warm afternoons. This is also when our wardrobe transitions and we have to be prepared for the un-even temperatures. We feel the light and airiness of spring but still want to dress weather appropriate (Well...most of us do..some need to slow down just  bit...Im just sayin...) 

So here is my #SundayFunday Outfit!

Photo Credits: Russell Gilliam, Owner of Ingenious Images

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Jacket (Not Available) H&M

Stripped Tee Shirt F21 PLUS (In-Stores Now)

Jeans: F21Plus (Similar)

Statement Necklace: UrbanlyChic

Lane Bryant Striped Flats (Past Season)

Glasses: Burbank Aqua (No Link Available) Bloomingdale's Past Season

There is something so chic about black and white stripes paired with light denim!

I love this look because its lightly layered and VERY comfortable!

If it gets too warn...I can peel off the Jacket and have a simple striped tee and could even change my shoes to a pair of sneakers for a super sporty-casual look!

The Lady Like Flats and the super light-weight Statement Necklace sharpens the look and keeps it Classy and Chic!

Whats your early Spring Go-to look??

Comment Down below!

(I'll add more Pictures Below!)

My Winter Chic Go-To Outfit!

Today is an off day for me..and while I'm chilin on the couch, surfing the net and sipping a cup of coffee (Per usual), I began to think. If were to get up out of my lazy oasis and go run some errands...which outfit could I throw on the quickest??? Well..let me tell you! I'm STILL sitting on the couch(lol!) BUT that prompted me to share my Winter Go-to outfit! Im a very, what I call "Casual Glam" person. I like the look and feel of warm and cozy clothing with BOMB Makeup! I love a great watch and a great leather bag to add some lux to the comphy aspect. I like added detail...(Both minimal and Statement) by wearing a glam piece of jewelry or a cute bracelet. But all in all...I want to be Chic and Glam wrapped up in a World or Coziness! 
Fashion does not always have to be complicated! You don't always have to find the perfect mixture of prints or be on the newest trend...
Its ok to be
Simple, Chic and Fabulous!

      

My Winter o-To Style by stephaniesstylefile featuring fringed shawls

Thick cardigan / American Vintage cotton tank, $42 / Zipper jeans, $22 / Thick socks / Strappy boots, $55 / FOSSIL stainless steel watch / Loushelou diamond fine jewelry, $1,190 / Roberto Cavalli swarovski crystal jewelry / Paul Smith fringed shawl, $160 / Chanel lipstick / Large Ring Agenda Cover Damier Ebene Canvas, $650

Hope your New year is coming along Awesomely!!

Thank you so much for visiting! Please Share with friends!

XOXO ~Steph

Im'ma give you the Fifth Degree on this one... (Degree Motion Dry Spray)

Ok...I, Stephanie, am a Deodorant scent snob.
I ONLY wear a powered fresh scent...it goes with my chemistry.. and it makes me feel confident and fresh!
So when Influenster and Walmart provided me with this Degree "Fresh Energy" scent for my honest review...I was like...hummm.....I don't know y'all...😑
But! I digress! 

I tried it and although I still prefer my powdery scents...this is not bad...at all!
But of course...there is more to it then the scent. It feels good to the tough...easy to come off while showering. It's long lasting and keeps you feeling fresh.

Back to the scent..its like spraying a deodorant version of Clinique Happy under your arms! I felt it did not conflict with my body's chemistry and i still use it post-testing period (I've had it for over a month now...)
The good news is that it does come in a powder scent! (yay for me!!)
So I give this product 4.5 stars! 
(took 1/2 a point off because of the price...$5ish a bottle)

Smooches!
xoxo
-Steph

Fringe Benefits: Step Outside the Label!

Just wanted to share this adorable Fringe top that I picked up at JcPenny a couple of weeks ago!

As you guys know, I'm a sucker for fringe, which has been an amplified trend this season (I Say amplified because there has been a consistent piece of the reoccurring BOHO trend for several years...Fringe ain't going no where no time soon! LOL!).

ANYWAY!!! Here is the top I chose...

Add captionA.N.A Black Fringe Top

The Top is by A.N.A is is sold is straight sizes. I purchased a size Extra large and of course, it does not fit my 2x frame like the model. It's OK to try things on in other sizes other then you normally wear! You never know! 

Its very comphy and forgiving and perfect for daytime Shopping or a casual Night dancing!

I Paired it with a Fringe Bag I purchased from T.J Maxx for $19.99 and Boots from The Avenue (Past Season). (And some Dorsey Leather pumps from Lane Bryant)

 Hope you Like the way I styled it! And my Crazy Combed out curls!!! LOL! 

xoxo

~Stephanie

Photo Credits: Russell Gilliam, Owner of Ingenious Images

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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!!!

The CYCLE MUST BE BROKEN! : Achieving Goals and How to Overcome Struggles!

I woke up this morning (Praise God!) and I was sitting there thinking about my life (As we all do if life grants us that extra 3 Minuits in the morning!) I'm  on a much needed vacation and I was hoping to clear my mind and hit the re-set button. In my mind I was going to work out everyday...I planned to do a Juice Fast on Monday to kinda cleanse my system, and I also wanted to do some things around my apartment. Its Thursday now (My Vacay Started on Sunday...) and I have realized that I mentally make all these GREAT plans all the time and I rarely fulfill any of them. When I Come home some days...all I want to do is lay on the couch and take a nap!!

WHAT'S MY PROBLEM!!!

Its a cycle I tell you!!! I, with good intentions, plan to do things to better my not-so-exciting life. Then I am sooo tired from working my glorious Management Job that I don't have the energy or just "don't feel like" doing anything! Then I beat myself up over not doing the things I told myself I would do, which in-turns stresses me out! Then I Start trying to figure out what I need to do to fulfill these goals of mine...then I make more plans.. DO YOU SEE WHERE I'M GETTING AT???

MY PROBLEM IS...

Hell I don't know what my problem is! I feel like I'm being lazy sometimes. Other times I am truly tired and need to give mu brain a rest! I do know that I am a very creative person and have the attention span of a Knat on Crack!!! I have known myself for a while...34 about to be 35 LONG years and I do know that I get board easily and if there isn't any variety in my life or in my daily/weekly routines, I SHUT DOWN! (Hell..I cant even eat the same thing over a span of 24 hours....so there goes Meal Prepping and all that jazz!). I have tried to come up with a Set routine for my health Journey...eating plans, exercise charts, etc. Nothing has worked for me! But I do know that I beat my self up a lot..a whole lot. I look in the mirror an feel discusted. If I have to go somewhere and am tring to get dressed, I sometimes litterally have a breakdown. I wouls sit in the midle of my closet room and cry...thinking How in the hell did I let myself get so Big!!! As I pass mirriors...I tent to always look at me self...judging my body at different angles. Its a sickness! Im fully aware that its a problem and I struggle with it every day! And I have other areas in my life where the same type of struggle exists.

What is a Girl to do???

Well First, Im sharing my story. I think when you stumble upon people who share the same struggles, It really makes you feel like you are not alone. Now I just dont want a bunch of like minded people having a pity party together and be done with it! I want people to be able to share there struggles and there triumphs and not feel like they are being judged! I want for people to be able to say "I Did this and I followed through with it! You shoudl Try it!" I want to generate excitement and triumph! (Thats why I created a FB Group Called "Fit, Healhy and Motivated!" a while back! Heres the Link !!

The Next thing I need to do is take it easy on myself! There are some days where I actually feel good about myself! I alwasy find peace in putting on my make-up and Helping another person pick out the best clothing that suits them. I LOVE Styling people and shoppin is my fave! I honestly feel that if I emmerse myself with doing the things I love, and less time obsessing about the bad thing I just ate or the workout I didnt do....I would be MUCH better off! But then again, I need to learn how to insert those healthy things into my life so I can be a more fit person!

How AM I (WE) GONNA DO THAT?? Lets BREAK THE CYCLE!!!

I will learn to MAKE time for my self...Time to Budget and Plan out my Bills. Time to Do a PiYo video or take a walk in the Park. Time to record a You Tube Video! Time to go shopping with a friend and maybe Post Pictures of a look I created for him/her! But for the most part I need to stay accountable! So I charge ALL my Immediate Family and Close Friends and my Readers/Viewers to Help me out!!! (PLLLLEEEEEESSSSEEEEEE!!!! With Nutella..I mean Splenda on top!!!!!).
I do know that I am a VERY visual person and is stimulated by "Pretty Things". Bo Maybe I will Start a Vision Board!!! Hummmm......Great Idea! Ill Make one on Pinterest and see how that goes! And I think whenever I am feeling stuck, I should definatly write it down..get it out and not feel like I have to hold in all in rather then become someone else's inconvenience. I Know it seems like randomnes...but sometimes you have to brainstorm to get the ball rolling!!! So WHO'S WITH ME????

So My Question is...What are your struggles??? What are ways you could improve??? What have you done to make improvements???

Comment Below! We could help each other out!