My Style: Free Falling

Today's Look:  is honoring the changing seasons.  I will miss the freedom of summer, but I look forward to the exciting events that are occurring in fall this year (stay tuned).  For this transiting-into-fall look, I teamed up with the online store eShakti.  eShakti is a unique e-store that provides customers the opportunity to have more control of what they buy and how it looks.  For example, if you see a design you like on the website, you can order the item customized to your preferences such as measurements, length, sleeve cut, neckline, etc.  You have a say in the design, which I think is pretty cool and fun (since I love designing fashion).  From their online store, I picked a modest black dress and chose an above-the-knee length skirt, a scoop neck, and elbow length sleeves.  I am very happy with the outcome.  The material is thick and soft, the stitching is quality, and the fit is just right.  In summer it's fun to show some skin and sometimes necessary because of the hot weather, but in fall I love to be covered up, wear layers, and be comfortable.  This dress is the perfect fall LBD (little black dress).  I styled the dress with an oversized cardigan, baggy beanie, brown purse, ankle boots, and gold jewelry.  I definitely recommend checking out eShakti.com.  Xoxo, Shelly

Outfit Details:  Dress courtesy of eShatki ♡ | Cardigan courtesy of Garage ♡ | Purse courtesy of T-shirt and Jeans (sold at Shopko) ♡ | Phone Case courtesy of Clique Boutique ♡ | Boots from Target | Hat & Earrings from Earthbound Trading Company | Necklace & Black Stone Ring from Sage Brush Trading Company | Pointer Finger Rings from Maurices | Layered Ring from World Market

Fashion Tip:  Beanies found in the guy's section of stores tend to be baggier and bigger, which I personally think looks cooler.  Next time you're on the hunt for the perfect beanie, make sure to check the girl's and the guy's options.  ✌

        

 

My Style: Lacy LBD & White Denim

Today's Look:  shows one of the reasons the MVP in a girl’s closet is the little black dress.  The LBD’s capacity for reinvention is limitless.  Personally, I love this dress because of its unique lace inserts around the waist and on the back.  The effect adds a tad of sexiness while maintaining modesty.  I decided to style the dress with Converse sneakers for a casual, comfortable afternoon of shopping.  Plus, I love how the sneakers add a little tomboy touch.  I also wore a white, shredded denim vest and my favorite clear clutch.   Along with a silver cuff bracelet and rings, I accessorized with some Charlotte Russe sunglasses that feature a beautiful floral engraved design.  When you put together three of your favorite closet pieces, for me it’s the LBD, the white vest, and the white sneakers, you can’t go wrong.  Enjoy transforming your favorite little black dress.  Let me know how you like to dress it up or down.  To purchase the exact dress featured in this post, you can find it here:  http://goo.gl/TBRGRL.  Use code "coupon15" to get 15% off your purchase from martofchina.com :) Xoxo, Shelly

Outfit Details:  Dress courtesy of MartofChina.com ❤ | Phone Case courtesy of Clique Boutique ❤ | Sunglasses courtesy of Charlotte Russe ❤| Denim Vest from Guess | Converse from UrbanOutfitters.com | Purse from Handbags.com | Earrings, Love Ring, & Cuff from Earthbound Trading Co. | Stone Ring from NastyGal.com |  Nails by Impress

Fashion Tip:  The LBD can be transformed by color accents in jewelry, shoes, and bags.  You can add leather jackets, boyfriend sweaters, vests, or plaid shirts for layered looks.  You can add statement jewelry and faux fur items for dressy nights out.  You can add flats for brunch or shopping.  The possibilities are endless!  The LBD will be one of the most versatile items you ever own.   

  

My Style: Little Black Dress

Today's Look:  is filled with sophistication and sprinkled with youth.  To start the look off, I chose the dress.  You could say it's vintage since it was passed down to me from my aunt.  When she gave it to me she told me it was an important dress.  It was her perfect LBD (little black dress) and held many magical memories.  I was thrilled to have been given it.  The dress is sleeveless with a heavy material that hangs nicely and sparkles like a starry night.  It's very pretty but a little long for my preference.  So, to update the modest dress and add a personal touch, I accessorized with a gray and silver belt at the waist to help shorten the dress, as well as add the glam factor.  Next, I chose the jacket.  I wanted something warm, fabulous, and longer length since it was a chilly, rainy day.  The black and grays in the animal print design went beautifully.  Since tights would have been somewhat conservative, I opted for sheer thigh-highs and platform boots to add some edge.  Finishing off the look, I wore silver hoop earrings, two silver rings, and a metallic clutch, all bedazzled obviously.  ;)

Outfit Details:  Coat by Potter's Pot at Basement Marketplace (Flagstaff, Arizona), Dress by Jump Apparel Co. (gift), Clutch by Melie at Black Hound Gallerie (Flagstaff, Arizona), Boots by Grey City at nastygal.com, Thigh Highs by Leggs Everyday at Sears (Prescott, Arizona), Hoop Earrings by Lucky Brand at Dillard's (Prescott, Arizona), Diamond Band by Brighton at Fancy That (Prescott, Arizona), "Love" Ring at Earth Bound Trading Co. (Flagstaff, Arizona), Belt was a gift.

Fashion Tip:  Every girl needs a perfect little black dress.  It's always classy, never trashy, and great for every occasion.  

More ways to rock a perfect LBD.  Dress and clutch links found here.

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