Monochromatic November - Part 1

My personal style challenge for this month was to feature monochromatic pieces (black and white) at least once per week. Here are the looks for the first two weeks of the month:

 

Week 1:
The first Friday of this month was alumni weekend for my undergrad alma mater and it was also Coleman Love weekend for members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. I met up with a few of my line sisters at Bambou Lounge to kick off the weekend. I opted for a completely monochromatic look with the only pop of color being from my clutch and earrings. I added a faux leather peplum belt to give it a little more fancy. I will be featuring that belt a lot this month. If you are interested in this season's faux leather trend but afraid to commit, I suggest a faux leather peplum belt which you can add to tons of outfits to up the ante as well as to wear an outfit that you have already worn in a different way. (Look out for my upcoming cumulative post suggesting ways to stretch your wardrobe).

Top: Asos

Belt: Simply Be

Skirt: Asos

Heels: Jessica Simpson

On Saturday night, I met a few of my line sisters and sorority sisters at Hudson Lounge to celebrate the end of the weekend. I wore a crop top with a high-waist pencil skirt and a peplum belt.

Crop Top: Forever 21

Skirt: Asos

Heels: Jessica Simpson

 

 

Week 2:

During the second weekend in November, I went to an all-white engagement party. It was freezing cold (below 59 degrees is freezing cold in the South) and the only white ensemble that I had was a sleeveless peplum fit and a peplum doesn't look so great under a blazer so I wore the next best thing, black and white. I wanted to keep my accessories simple since I was "out of dress code" and I wore the most comfortable shoes that I own because my feet were sore from the week's workout. I will wear this dress again under better conditions and add my own personal style to them!

 

 

Dress: Asos

Clutch: Aldo

Heels: Nine West

 

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Breast Cancer awareness month

During the month of October I tried to incorporate pink into my look at least once per week in support of breast cancer awareness. I have loved ones who are breast cancer survivors as well as loved ones who have lost the battle. The older I get, I become more conscious and educated about my personal health, so I am trying to do what I can in terms of diet and exercise in order to prevent the diseases that are considered preventable. There is not enough scientific evidence about breast cancer to label it as a preventable disease, however, an overall healthy lifestyle is recommended to reduce the risk of developing cancer of all types. Unfortunately breast cancer effects African American women at a disproportionate rate and research places the blame on our hair care products filled with synthetic additives, harsh chemicals, and other questionable ingredients. Since 2010 I have switched to an all-natural hair and skin care regimen, however, what good is natural haircare/skincare if I continue to eat foods with questionable ingredients? I generally do not purchase processed foods at the grocery store but that does not stop me from stopping at Chick-Fil-A once per week for their processed fare. All things are okay in moderation, however, moderation is far less than once per week (which is about how often I eat fast food these days). This post is not completely about health and wellness but it is definitely worth mentioning.

I only consider one of my pink outfits from the month of October to be blogworthy and I am featuring it below.

I wore a pink peplum dress to my sister's birthday party during the first weekend in October. We had drinks and appetizers at one of the finest restaurants/lounges in downtown Houston - Mister Peeples. The place was very posh, the atmosphere was perfect, and I can not wait to return!

 

 

Dress: Simply Be

Bag: @legacythedesigner on Instagram

Necklace: @bleujones on Instagram

Heels: Nine West

 

 

Closet sale

I have been hauling like a boss lately lol. I literally have no room in my closet for my new clothes so I have been doing inventory and deciding what needs to go. I have given away tons of things and have decided to sell others. Most of the items are new, never worn and the tags are still attached. A few items have been worn once. I am selling mostly dresses and a few skirts. I will be adding new inventory as this is an ongoing project. I really don't want to part with these items because I have never worn them and they are still relevant in the fashion world but if you guys saw my little closet you would all say "girl let go and let God!" Haha! But I have everyone's size - sizes 12-26, and some items will fit a size 28. Everything stretches and the sizing is negotiable, as in even if you are larger than a size 12 these items, size 12 items will fit you, and I have specified the general range of sizing based on my experience and knowledge of sizing. Most items are from familiar brands like Asos, Torrid, and Simply Be. Happy shopping! If you have any questions, please refer to the contact section of the store page.

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