Roses and Lace

Yet another almost entirely thrifted outfit of mine (everything except the bag and hat). Since moving to NYC, I have found the best inexpensive treasures at thrift shops. Seriously, there are so many options and they offer a variety of clothing that can fit any style. This amazing velvet rose printed skirt is Betsey Johnson and cost under thirty dollars. I absolutely love this skirt and get complimented EVERY time I wear it out. I paired it with this black laced leotard that I got for, wait for it....one dollar. One single dollar. Amazing, right? It fits perfectly. It's actually the first leotard I have ever bought, believe it or not. I'm not really a fan of leotards or one pieces, but this one caught my eye. And I can't pass up a deal like that. To me, this outfit is perfect for both day and night. And I feel it can be worn all year round. And as always, a leather jacket can top the look.

Geometric Daze

This is what my typical look is, especially if I have a long day ahead of me. I love these shorts I got from a shop on St. Marks in Manhattan. They are so perfect. After I got them, I could not stop wearing them. Of course, I am always wearing my leather jacket and platform boots. Since it was pretty windy that day, I decided to use a shaw of mine as a scarf. Gave a look of more layers and really helped bring everything together.  

Shorts: Tripp NYC

Everything else: Thrifted

I Will Miss You

Probably my favorite outfit so far. I just recently got this shirt in the mail. I ordered it on cyber monday from Romwe for only $10! Obviously the first way I thought of wearing it was with my Deandri harness. This is so reminiscent of 80's post punk. I think next, I'll definitely have to pair this white top with a bolo tie. This outfit also exhibits my favorite pair of Zara brand jeans, which I got from a second hand shop in NYC. It's amazing what kind of great finds you can stumble upon in most of the thrift shops here. Belt and shoes are also second hand. (I'm a pretty frugal shopper).

Spooky stretching out her paw, hinting that she wants to get behind-the-ear scratches.

This skirt is so fun to wear. I wanted to have a chance to wear it out before it gets too cold. I think it goes best paired with this white bustier lace top I found in a thrift store a while back. This outfit is very romantic with a sultry vibe. In order to not make it too sexy, I sported my favorite leather black jacket. Sometimes I wear this jacket over dressy outfits in order to toughen up my image. I feel that I can't allow myself to look to dainty. It's just not me. The shoes also give off a bold look with the chunky heels and big silver buckles.

Leather Jacket : FMC Leather

Skirt : Urban Outfitters

Lace bustier: Thrifted

Heels: Thrifted

Bangles: Free People

Collar: Handmade

Autumn Leaves

Autumn is slowly fading into winter. The short time that the fall season is here, I take every opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. To me and many others, it's the perfect season. The air turns crisp, the temperature is comfortable, and there seems to be a more carefree feeling in the air. Growing up in Florida, I didn't really get to experience a "true" autumn. The weather would become a little chillier, but no leaves would turn and the Florida sun would still outshine any chance of overcast. It never truly felt festive. That's why my first year here in New York, I made sure to embrace the fall season. My boyfriend and I decided to take a day trip to Sleepy Hallow, just an hour outside of the city, to take these photos. We explored the historic cemetery and enjoyed the nature surrounding it.

The older I get, the more I begin to appreciate minimalism. I am a huge fan of solid colored outfits with a simple silhouette. With this outfit, I really got to experiment and explore dressing in a more mature fashion than usual. Most days I wear jeans or cut off shorts, but I decided to try on some new slacks I got. It was perfect for summer too because they were lose and made of light cotton. The top was a simple button up with a split in the back. It added a bit of playfulness to an otherwise serious ensemble.

My boyfriend and I decided to walk around and explore the neighborhood the other day. It was a nice break from the usual rush of Manhattan. I like our neighborhood because it's calm and quiet, but there is still enough going on to not get boring. I suppose that's why most people enjoy Brooklyn neighborhoods. As exciting as Manhattan is, it's way too overwhelming at times. 

This crop top is one of my favorites. I love the color and material. I decided to show of a body chain that I've recently made. It's a really simple piece, but I think it really pulls the outfit together. I love being able to wear something that I created. More pieces of mine will soon be done and hopefully up for sale.

First Outfit Post

Since moving to NYC, my level of production has sky-rocketed. I have learned that my time is valuable and every moment must be spent wisely. Every free moment is an opportunity to grow and try something new. Recently I have been working more on sewing and making garments. Here, I am wearing a simple set of garters that I made out of elastic along with a collar made from patten leather that I hand cut myself. The streets of NYC are so inspiring. After long days of walking around Manhattan, I unwind by creating.