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Wow has it been a while!
Trust me when I say I haven't been gone because I don't care, it's simply because I've been getting some new material.  So much has happened in fashion these last few months from the Met Gala to fashion month! 

Over summer I had the opportunity to attend a couple events, one being the premier of the movie Private Number.  It's suspense not scary.  If you're interested in an intense movie but still would like the ability to sleep soundly this is your movie.

Picking an outfit doesn't always happen spontaneously but if you know your closet well enough you can pull together a couple great looks.  I opted for flow with a touch of fitted sophistication with simple floral maxi dress and a men's jacket, with a clutch from Mofe inc.  To go along with the flow I plaited my hair in four rows with a pair of strappy sandals.  My idea was to be able to not just move but glide and if the breeze was colder than I predicted the jacket was light enough to battle both a warm and cold situation.  In keeping with the light theme I love my clutch, everyone should seriously check out Mofe Inc.  Their entire point is the modern female, practicality and fashion.  Boy am I grateful for a clutch that fit all my essentials, stayed sleek, and matched my dress.

I've had this dress forever and it comes with a funny story. It's one of those dresses I was going to wear only one more time before giving it away.  Except the supposed last time I got so many compliments I kept it, ever since then that dress gets me a lot of compliments.  Moral of the story, take it out for one last spin before tossing it, you might be surprised at how creative you can get with something you may have overlooked. 

The jacket on the other hand is compliments of the baby brother.  He was giving away two jackets and asked if I wanted them, of course. Menswear just in time for fall?  Score!  I make no apologies for the amount of photos that will be of me in a men's jacket.  I've been dying for one for so long thank God for brothers who know you're all about fashion.  Side note: he even chose a white phone for me because he said it was more fashionable and I would appreciate it. This kid's pretty cool.

As fall rolls into our lives take a page from the 70's and just go with the flow with a summery dress.  Delve deeper into the era and add some boots to the look, if you have a beat up pair of boots it instantly adds more character to the look in my fashionable opinion.  Because it was summer I kept my sandals on to show off the midnight blue polish I had on my toes. 

Little details matter, don't ever let someone tell you differently.  I liked the free-spirited vibe I had going with the dress and shoes so I did the same with the hair and jewelry.  I don't know if you can tell but my hair is natural which doesn't translate into manageable.  And as much as I would love to be a girl with easy maintenance hair it ain't happening with this DNA.  I'm always looking for cool protective styles and this fit perfectly and hoops work perfectly when the hair is off the shoulders, remember Hooped?

Photo Credit: Natalie Sutherlin

Calling All Heroes

Wanted: Hero
Special x-ray for the ability to see past a front, super strength for days when mine are not enough, sturdy shoulders for sharing burdens and the occasional cry, super speed, able to come by your side when trouble calls.  All casual "friends" need not apply.

I know I'm not alone when it comes to needing a hero therefore I bear no judgement but rather shockingly, a fashion advice.  We as people are not designed to handle every problem that comes our way in fact we are to help each other seeing how we are designed to naturally love.  All that aside why is it the lot of us are constantly apprehensive to accept help or even ask for it?  On Friday I was in desperate need of a hero and I was blessed with two friends who sat and encouraged me as I cried in the middle of the cafe at my school.  Friday Funday!  Oh how easy a wanted ad would be to print out but, we are not all blessed with great friends, it took me 20 years to find mine, therefore most of us have learned to save ourselves.  Honestly I applaud you for that but remember there are heroes out there for you, just be patient and always know who you're talking to.  

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While you're saving yourself arm yourself with a cape this great season!  If you're head is spinning don't worry mine isn't.  Think about it, fall is moving at a snails pace in SoCal, but I used to live in Illinois and I know they have already welcomed in the fall.  Tricky thing about fall is the quick change of mind that happens all day forcing us to prepare for change when we don't see it coming.  A great piece of outerwear is a cape, no don't borrow Superman's but rather from Stella McCartney and DKNY.

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Living out in the Midwest you learn a thing or two about outerwear, first you need to be warm, second you need to be cute because it really is the thing people see you most in.  Since moving out to SOCal a cape is the perfect outerwear so I don't die of heat but can still bring a little Chicago charm for all my warm-blooded friends.

Never wear a cape as just a cape, make it part of your outfit or just the outfit, so pick a great color.  My recommendations for a great color: Cayenne from the new 2014 spring color from Pantone, a deep mustard yellow, a crisp white and something with a great design like the Alexander Wang. Remember what I said about it being what people see you in most?  Primp up the hair even more because we all know how those fall winds can be rowdy.  Amp up the lip color even more than you would and not just for special occasions.  The excuse I like to tell myself is colder weather equals chapped lips, works right?  A great visual that works is the one of Lily Collins to the right.

Proportions are girl's best friend, a long cape is great for keeping yourself warm but short can be sassy especially holding a bag like Lilly Collins.  Keep your clothes uncomplicated on the inside, as much we love to layer pick the days carefully.  If you need to wear bulky clothes like knitted sweaters perhaps a cape isn't going to work that day seeing as how it can add unnecessary padding.  And finally don't make the mistake of thinking your blazer can do just as good of a job because it won't and you'll just be cold.


Tell me friends what are your secrets for keeping warm, or what would you're hero ad say?