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Treat Yourself

Hi Lovies,

When it comes to the holidays, I enjoy running around and getting gifts for my friends and loved ones. There's no better feeling than bringing a smile to someone's face with a thoughtful gift, no matter how big or small. But the gift of giving doesn't stop there, every year I make it a point to get myself something special as well. There's definitely nothing wrong with treating yourself, if you have the means, I highly recommend doing it. It's a nice way to reward yourself for all the great things you've done throughout the year. This year I decided to do something different and gift myself a hair makeover. With Christmas and New Years days away, I figure why not get this hair right for the holidays. 

How to Stay Winter Cute

Hi Lovies,

I don't know about you but I am not of fan of Winter at all. Despite being born in the Fall, I crave the spring and summer temps. Not to mention how much easier it is to dress myself for work or for leisure and still look stylish. But since I am born and raised in NYC, I know a thing or two about how to remain cute even during these brutally cold months. Here are a few tips on how to stay cute during the winter.

Staying Fresh and Feeling Confident During the Holidays

This post is in partnership with Suits, Heels & Curves, Simply Stylist  and Dove. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Hi Lovies,


If you are anything like me then you probably already have a list of holiday events, gathering and family functions to attend.  This time of the year can bring a lot of anxiety and stress especially when it comes to seeing that favorite aunt who feels your weight needs to be the center of conversation. Well this season my bestie, Darlene of Suits, Heels and Curves and I have decided to partner up with Simply Stylist and Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant to share with you our tips to feeling cool and confident over the holiday season.  

Weekend Wear: Faux Layering

Hi Lovies,

When it comes to my weekends, I just like to wear stuff that is comfortable and easy. During the colder months that can be tough because we have to to stay warm. So we tend to do the layering thing, which in turn isn't all that comfy. Don't get me wrong, I love the look of layering, especially with different prints and fabrics. But I am not a fan of the bulk that layering can sometimes bring, so sometimes faking it is the way to go. The Avenue is known for their "2fer" tops, which I am a huge fan of. It gives you the stylish look of laying with out all the extra clothing. This Square Dot 2fer Sweater was at the top of my list, not only because of the wine color that I love but  the preppy look that I am so fond of. The sweater is definitely warm enough for the winter while the print adds a charming feel to it. I'll be scouting out some more of these tops for quick and easy looks this season.

Getting the Family Ready for the Holidays

Hi lovies,

With the holidays less than 3 weeks away, it's time to start looking for what to wear. Now for me the holidays are pretty low key with the occasional Christmas party here and there. Nonetheless, I always like to be prepared with a few outfits just in case. Even more so when you have a family, it's hard to try and get everyone. As much as I shop from Amazon, I never really shopped their fashion category. So I decided to browse through their fashions and found quite a few things that I loved, not only for me but for the entire family as well. Gotta love a site where you do do one stop shopping at and with being a prime member, I take total advantage of that. To make your life easier, check out my holiday fashions find for the whole family.

Fantastic Beast and Where to Find Them

Hi Lovies,

As you know I am a huge Harry Potter fan, so I was overjoyed when the movie Fantastic Beast and Where to Find Them came out. Since the last book that came out was back in 2007 and last movie was 2011, so it was great that they made this one for the fans. Now I will confess, I have yet to see the movie (insert gasp here) only because I haven't found someone to go with that loves HP as me. Now that doesn't mean that I don't know the premise of the movie and the characters. I've read up on back when the trailer came on and I instantly fell in love with movie. The movie is based off  of one of the text books that the students used in Hogwarts and is suppose to be a prequel. From the previews alone I instantly fell in love with the 1920's style clothing that the cast wore in the movie. So you could imagine my joy when Torrid dropped a Fantastic Beast collection. It showcases pieces from the two characters Porpetina and Queenie Goldstein. I was immediately drawn to Queenie's pieces, they were elegant and chic looking, which totally represents my style.


Fine Wine

Hi Lovies,

This season jewel tones have been all the rave and I have just been embracing it with open arms. Emerald greens, aubergines, dark midnight blues can be found all over the fashion scene. The fan favorite for the fall/winter seems to be the trendy Merlot jewel tone. Season after season it continues to reappear and with good reason. The rich wine color is just so elegant looking in pretty much everything as well as timeless. So you know I lost my mind when I was able to find this color in a dress and it was faux suede?!? Roaman's via Fullbeauty.com continues to get it right, this Faux Suede V-neck Dress is pure perfection. The hi-low trapeze silhouette made for a comfortable and effortless fit, while the v-neck gave it some structure. Oh let's not forget that this dress also has pockets, SCORE! The fabric is a nice weight, perfect for the cold days but totally looks and feels like real suede. The color is what really brings out the beauty in this dress, which totally made me look chic and sleek. I need this dress in everyone color!

Plus Size Remix: Atlantic-Pacific

Hi Lovies,

Happy Monday everyone, today I am back with another edition of Plus Size Remix. If this is your first time to the blog then PSR is a monthly feature where I take a look  that inspires me and remix it into a plus size version. Last month's inspiration came from gorgeous Folake of Style Pantry (see here) Today's inspiration came from the stylish and chic Blair of the blog Atlantic-Pacific. I have been a huge fan of her blog for a long time and have fallen in love with style. She's elegant, poised, and all around just classy. Every photo that she takes is a feast for the eyes, just aesthetically pleasing. What I love about her style is how polished it is, everything she wears is just effortless and perfect. Not to mention how versatile its is, she can go from an beautiful fancy ball gown to a turtleneck and jeans and still look amazing. Which brings me to this look, her version of this casual weekend look caught my eye immediately. It was such a cool but put together look, and totally perfect for the current temps here in NYC, I couldn't wait to recreate it.

Curly Hair Must Haves

Hi Lovies,

Today's post is all about the curls and my must haves that every curly girl needs in their arsenal. Now remember, not everyone's hair is the same and I am speaking from my own experiences with my hair. I have fine hair with a 3B/3C curl type and these must haves are what I use on a day to day basis. Having curly hair is a job in itself, so to some these must haves might seem a little excessive, but its what I do to achieve my beautiful curls. So if you're a curly girl and need some info on what you should have, then check out this round up. 

Dressing Up Denim

Hi Lovies,

I have said this time and time again that I am the ultimate girly girl, and I truly love that about me. I also love that people can associate my signature style with me, like "oh that's a Sandra dress." While I will always be true to my personal style, I've found myself enjoying looks that I would normally not wear. Obviously jeans is one of those things, I continue to have a love hate relationship with them. As much as I enjoy a good skirt or dress, they are tough to wear during the colder months here in NYC. Having to wear tights isn't my favorite thing to do so that's where jeans come into play. Jeans might not be my go to item but I do love the convenience of them. More so when a brand can make a pair that stand out from the rest and make a statement, like these Foil Print Jeans from Roaman's. These are such a different and beautiful pair of denim, the gorgeous foiled leaf print creates a feast for the eyes. While the comfortable stretch fabric and skinny fit make these so easy to wear. Another great thing about jeans is how effortlessly they can be dressed up or down, and with this pair it's definitely achievable. 

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