Back log

Since going on vacation, I've neglected my blog, sadly. Not a week in yet and I have made zilch entries. My son is gonna take over my pc (so need another!), cause that's just what he does! But before I lose total control of it, I'm gonna make a few more posts. Brilliant, right?

My outfits over the last week or so....

«First, I got an haircut that screamed crazy! LOL….Fun. Crazy, sexy, cool....Totally in the culture too...Dance-hall rocks!

The following day was a beach outing, J.F.B. Family Fun day. My outfit below….

«Denim mini-Machine, Swim suit-St. Tropez, Knitted Poncho- Carmin, Cross the body bag-LV, Straw Hat- Bahia

…and the day after that, which was Sunday of course, dead beat, I headed to the country to visit my Moms and grams….Aaahhhh.

Jeggings- Machine, Vampire tee- 725, Gladiators-Steve Madden.

So, as I am off on my vacation, not that I'm sure I'll be leaving the island, but I had planned to get as many activities as possible in my itinerary. I'll be having tons of fun in the sun. I know some people envy me… vacation in Jamaica. LOL. Enjoy your summer!

Shaboya (fabulista876)

Look Chic for Less

The aim of most fashionistas who live on a budget, especially now with the recession on, is of course to look like a million dollars whilst paying but a dime. Well, of course, not a dime. LOL. Lots of magazines applaud the stars for wearing pieces that are from Target and the likes. They can afford it, yet they do shop the cheaper brands or chains. Why shouldn't you follow suit? Most stylists and mags focus on putting together looks for under $100. Well, I'm pushing it a little further…why not come up with an entire look for under $50??? I shopped the stores online (since I'm in Jamaica and can't venture into the actual stores) and look what I found….

Here in the Islands, people are being thrifty too. I will share some of my fashionably cheap and chic finds with you later. Feedback welcome.

Shaboya (Fabulista876)

Old navy Faux-leather tote-$13

Solid Pleat front dress-Forever21-$11

Ivanna Pumps-$12

Necklace:Wet Seal-$11 Forever21 Oval Sensation Ring-$4

Its funny how some folks frown at fashion as if to say it isn't relevant. But fashion IS relevant. There is a bit of fashion in all that we do. The walk, the talk, and the overall attitude. It is important to look your best even when you are not at your best. That's my mantra.
When any individual say, "its just clothes","the sole purpose is to provide a mean of defense against the elements".its like someone literally stuck a knife in me. With form comes function so FASHION is important.
If you have ever bought an item of clothing, then it matters to you, even sub-consciously.My clothing is an extension of self. Whatever I wear depicts my mood and vice-versa.

New Belt, New Sandal!

No I don't go shopping everyday! I'm spoiled but not extremely. I was in the town center two days ago and couldn't help but purchase a few items...

This belt really needed a home & since I have the space....

These sandals are sooo beautiful & @ just $10, why not?

I've always wanted that belt. I've seen variations, but not that one with an allure. I love it!
The sandal was a must have, the summer screams beach parties, and they have already started. The colours are so vibrant. I'm gonna enjoy wearing these. They are not the most comfortable pair. hard on the feet but easy on the eyes type. Bought it from a street vendor. One gripe- I paid $10, a little ways down the road, it was $6...$4 less. No worries. Its still a bargain! I love the pom-poms!


Similar belt

Today was a looong day. It was hard for me to leave home for work. Why? Its been raining since last night, on and off. Okay, so my day start at the crack of dawn, but instead of getting out of bed like I normally do, I hit the dismiss button (on my cell, I should've hit snooze). Of course I was late for work, because by the time I got up, I had something like half an hour to get to work. No, I don't live real close to my station, I have to take two cabs to get there. LOL. No joke. I got to work a little under 20 minutes later than I should. I was let off easy this time, because I am normally early.
At work, I was dying for the hours to pass so I could come back home to pick up where I left off, sleep blessed sleep. Seriously, I did not smile genuinely until I was rushing to catch the work bus home. Below, is what I wore today. Be it that I was in a hurry, its nothing preppy, or too cute. Wish it was. I'd be perceived as being a bit more fashionable, or stylish. At least the outfit was comfortable. So, I wore my American Eagle Outfitters Abstract tee (or colorblock- not sure under what category it would fall), my old cropped Mossimo Jeans, my cute lil pink cut-out jellies and my Louis V  satchel. Take a look...

Blouse-American Eagle Outfitters

Jeans-Mossimo

Get The Look  

  Colorblock tee by Adidas

Mossimo Cropped Jeans 

Grendha Jelly Pop Ballet Shoes 

 Louis Vuitton Satchel

Grendha Jelly Pop Ballet Flats

Polka dot umbrella (tote size)

Louis Vuitton Multi-color Black Speedy 30

  

   

    

My Style Star

My guess is that everybody get to choose one person @ least, who they emulate... OK then. At least one per year. LOL. Well, for the last couple years, there has been this one constant for me as a style star....None other than, Rihanna. I love everything about this chica. She's hot!!! (and no I'm not gay but I can state that fact without hatin'!) She's absolutely very talented. But the greatest thing for me is that she is a lover of avant garde and as such is always pushing the envelope. There are so many sides to her, such versatility, so delightfully radiant and beautiful....
I honestly wish I had her courage to strut my stuff baring so much. LOL
Wish I were that confident too. But I'm making strides.....Wish me luck.

Images below courtesy of www.rihanna-pics.com

Exuding such class and grace...

So french boudoir-esque. So Moulin Rouge! Disturbia!

   

Sexy Sporty look I love....

Just oh so divine...I love here frame...

Preeeeety! Pretty little thing...

Avant garde  taking over!

 

Missing you.....

Ok... So its been four loooong days without my boo by my side...Dang!  Its gonna be a long summer.... Aside from the fact that I'm gonna miss him, there is no one to support my fashion blogging, no photographers and all... sigh.

my photographs will, no doubt, be interesting, lol. I do try, cuz I love It!!!
This is what I wore to work yesterday, collage-style....LOL.

You get it by now, I'm gonna assume. I LOVE ME some BLUE!!!!!!!! Ok. SO its my fave color. No matter what shade. The whole look made me feel just what I look like, blue. Blue overload maybe. I'm blue from missing my bf and looking all blue...LOL

The LOOK.
Cardigan
Pants 
Vintage suede cowboy mules 
Tank