Memo 165: Bandeau in the Fall

To: All

From: Me

Date: December 15, 2014

Subject: Bandeau Top + Sequins + Faux Fur
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Well, I've been up all night. How about you?

D'Angelo took a page right out of the Secret Marketing Tools for Keeping People up at Ungodly Hours of the Night Downloading and Listening to an Album written and mastered by Beyonce and released Black Messiah at midnight last night. It's definitely a "press play" like most of his albums are for me. 

D'Angelo, I've missed you. Thank you for last night. It was mad real.

On to the look… 

Yes, you sure can wear a bandeau top in the fall/winter. Of course, the weather is really mild (read: It's in the 70s) in Arizona. I'm bragging a little but if you're in cities where you're maneuvering through the polar vortex, just layer up and big reveal when you arrive or wait until it warms up.

Yeah, wait until it warms up or move. 

Get the look:

Zara Faux Fur Cardigan - Similar here and here

Forever 21 Bandeau - Similar here and here

Zara Sequin Harem Pants - Similar here and here

Charlotte Olympia Dolly Slingbacks - Similar here

Nneka Saran Handbag - No Longer Available

Jamie Pony Hair Pendant - No Longer Available

Tribal Necklace - Similar here and here

Jeweled Bracelet - Similar here

Consignment Bracelet - Similar here

Pony Hair Cuff - Similar here

Memo 145: Tunic(les) for your Thoughts

To: All

From: Me

Date: August 1, 2014

Subject: Fashion and Father Time
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I won't even address the fact that it is August 1st of 2014. Nope, I won't even mention it. Like, I won't even acknowledge the fact that time waits for no one. Time gives not one care about any of us. The more that I think about it, time is really kind of disrespectful and selfish. Because of that, we should be diligently trying to stay present and thankful for each moment. Most importantly, we should be relentless about living a life that will truly make us happy and getting there now!

Stepping down from my soapbox and on to the look...

This look is about comfort and prints. When it's 115 degrees Fahrenheit outside (yes, it gets that hot in Arizona), no one over here at The Werk! Place is trying to wear anything that doesn't breathe. I want freedom to move and pathways for air to circulate. That's exactly what this look provides. 

Easy, breezy, beautiful, Tunic Girl.

Get the Look:

Zara Dress - Similar here and here

Burak Uyan Sandals - Similar here

Nneka Saran Clutch - Similar here

Bronze Double Cuffs - No Longer Available

ASOS Necklace - Similar here, here and here

Memo 143: The Bronze & Army Green Brigade

To: All

From: Me

Date: July 23, 2014

Subject: Studs + Sequins
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Who doesn't love a little sequin and stud thrown into the mix? I mean really. For a night out on the town with your main squeeze or with the girls, add a little sparkle to your life with a mix of studded sequin texture. This look has just the right mix where it's not an over powering gaudy mess but more of an army green and bronze sexy hot freshness.  For date night and a night out with the girls, sexy hot freshness always wins!

Get the Look:

H&M Studded Vest - Shorter similar version here

Banana Republic Dress (worn as a top) - Similar here

Zara Sequin Harem Pants - Similar here

Jamie Pony Hair Dog Tag Necklace - Similar here

Bronze Double Cuffs - No Longer Available

Nneka Saran Handbag - No Longer Available

Charlotte Olympia Dolly Slingbacks - Similar here

Memo 124: Casual Tuesday

To: All

From: Me

Date: March 18, 2014

Subject: Featuring Peter Pilotto for Target
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Oh, it's casual Tuesday, baby!

I pulled out my favorite pieces from the Peter Pilotto for Target collection. I'm almost guaranteed to get the sweatshirt from every designer collaboration. They're so CAYUTE!

I paired this one with some comfy Madewell denim and the Peter Pilotto for Target shoes. I added some accessories to make it look like I cared, because I do.

Make it a great day, folks!

Sweatshirt: Peter Pilotto for Target, Jeans: Madewell

Hat: Armani Exchange, Scarf: H&M, Shoes: Peter Pilotto for Target, Clutch: Nneka Saran, Gloves: Zara

Shoes: Peter Pilotto for Target, Clutch: Nneka Saran, Gloves: Zara, Jeans: Madewell

Sweatshirt: Peter Pilotto for Target, Jeans: Madewell

Get the Look:

Peter Pilotto for Target Sweatshirt (On Sale) - Sold here

Madewell Jeans - Similar (On Sale) here and here

Armani Exchange Denim Hat - Similar here

H&M Scarf - Similar here and here

Peter Pilotto for Target Shoes (On Sale) - Sold here

Nneka Saran Clutch - More options here 

Zara Gloves - Similar here and here

Memo 052: Double Up

To: All

From: Me

Date: April 3, 2013

Subject: Two Coats and Two Other Things...

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Two things...

Number one, I lost my mind in H&M, recently. Hence, the reason why almost every article of clothing that I am wearing is from H&M.

Number two, I love this hairstyle! Apparently, I like hair on top of my head.

When I saw this coat and jacket, I immediately loved the patterns together. And yes, I used the jacket as my shirt. That actually happened.

Coat: H&M, Pants: J. Crew, Sunglasses: H&M

Jacket: H&M, Necklace: H&M

Clutch: Nneka Saran, Shoes: Stella McCartney

Memo 049: The Wonder Bra Top

To: All

From: Me

Date: March 26, 2013

Subject: ASOS Bra Top

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There are some pieces that hang quietly in my closet for months sometimes years before they reveal themselves. That was the story for this ASOS bra top. I knew when I saw it that I had to have it but when I got it I didn't know what to do with it. Have you ever been there?

Well, she revealed herself on this day paired with my Boxing Kitten skirt and it just werked!

Coat: Fumblin' Foe

Bra Top: ASOS, Skirt: Boxing Kitten, Belt: BCBG

Shoes: Sam Edelman, Clutch: Nneka Saran, Cuff: Mango, Bracelet: Dillard's, Ring: Mango

Memo 012: I Fedora Michael

To: All

From: Me

Date: November 26, 2012

Subject: Remembering Michael Jackson

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You cannot tell me that I am not Michael Jackson in this fedora hat. 

I'm talking about 1979 - 1989, Michael. "Rock with You", "Bad", "P.Y.T", Michael. My first boyfriend, Michael. Moonwalking, anti-gravity leaning, finger snapping, hee-heing, white glove wearing, Michael. 

All it takes is one thing, one thought, or one song to take you back to a memory of yesterday.

Excuse me while I moonwalk across my living room. 

"Yooouu knooow I'm bad..."

Fedora: H&M, Cardigan: Zara, Top: Gryphon, Shorts: tba

"You've been hit by....a smooth criminal!"

Clutch: Nneka Saran, Cuff: Oregon Boutique, Ring: Mango, Shoes: Elizabeth & James, Necklace: ASOS, Nail: OPI Ski Teal We Drop

Memo 006: A Vicious Circle

To: All

From: Me

Date: November 8, 2012

Subject: The Circle of Life

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Did I ever mention that I LOVE mixed prints? Well, I do...

I didn't recognize the theme initially but the majority of the pieces that I am wearing have...you guessed it...circles. 

AND my pinky ring makes me feel like a old school playa from the Himalayahs! Loves it!

Top: Max Studio, Skirt: Boxing Kitten
Fauxtography Credit: Venroy Porter

Clutch: Nneka Saran, Bracelets: Dillard's, Ring: Forever 21, Necklace: ASOS
Fauxtography Credit: Venroy Porter

Shoes: Burak Uyan

Fauxtography Credit: Venroy Porter

Memo 004: To Stalk or Not to Stalk?

To: All

From: Me

Date: November 2, 2012

Subject: The Stalk is Real

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Yeah, so, I had to literally stalk these Zara Jacquard Capri pants. As soon as they went up online (yes, I have to shop online because there is not one Zara where I live. FAIL), they were sold out in my size. So, I head over to eBay where they are tragically marked up. 

The horror of not being able to own these pants consumes me but I stand firm that I am not going to pay the higher price. I am convinced and sure that Zara will release some additional sizes. This is where the early morning, midday, and evening online stalking begins...

As you can see, victory was mine. Look at my eyes...got 'em! 

Coat: Zara, Top: Bershka, Pants: Zara, Earrings: Banana Republic

Brooch: Consignment Boutique, Clutch: Nneka Saran, Shoes: Miu Miu