Your Aunties Fav Outfit

Surprisingly, this complete outfit reminded me of something my Aunt would wear back when I was about 7. I could always count on her to have several color turtle necks, something I HATED as a child and never appreciated until now, and some type of high waisted pants. Although I could never fit her shoes, I did admire the various heels and booties she owned and these particular booties also gave me the "Auntie" vibe. 

It wasn't till I accidentally put this outfit together that I realized it sparked a memory of early 2000 when this is all I saw my Aunt and sometimes my mother wearing. The best part about it all is that the pants and the Ralph Lauren turtle neck all came from the thrift store. I wanted to get a turtle neck, even though I ended up with 2, so that I could pair it with a new wool vintage coat I ordered. I never expected to wear turtle necks ever in life and like them. 

This outfit is very simple and effortless. I took some classic pieces like the high waisted pants and turtle neck and paired them with some current trends: cute booties that are pretty comfortable, a leather moto jacket, and a plaid shirt. The final touch was to accessorize and add a pop of color like Cyber ( my favorite and only lipstick I want to wear with everything) and a small handbag that can be used as a clutch. 

Does this outfit remind you of something you seen your Mom or Aunt wearing growing up? How do you style your favorite thrifted high waisted pants for the fall and winter? What's your outtake on turtle necks? 

1 Shade. Several Textures.

So the idea of one color as the basic focus of an outfit is usually always a "heck yeah I'm all in" idea. But when you start talking about mixing different textures and patterns I always get a little scared. I never want any look I attempt to come off as I am just trying way to hard. Luckily for this outfit it all came so easy and without any hesitation.

I combined the concepts of both mention above and if I must say so myself, I think I pulled if off. I did give myself the option to wear black leather pants but I preferred the burgundy ones hands down over the black.

The outfit all started when I bought this amazing burgundy faux fur vest from Marshall's. I knew that whatever blouse I wore with this first had to be very simple because I wanted all the attention to be focused on the vest. 

 

Shopping through Forever21 for some new staple pieces is where I found this simple chic cream blouse, along with my favorite black leather pants that I outgrew from last season. Leather pants are like a staple item for me because I always can do whatever I want with them and they make my butt look great. Browsing for black pants is where I came across these burgundy ones that I knew right away had to come home to me.

                           

So far as textures we have thin chiffon, faux fur, and leather. Why stop there?! I decided to be extra bold and add these funky snake python platform boots my mother bought for me as a gift last Christmas. When she first introduced these boots to my collection of presents I was super hesitant but got creative right away.


                           

The final addition to my outfit was a statement necklace by Coquettish and my favorite MAC lipstick Cyber. The option for a clutch is always presented. I probably wouldn't introduce a new texture like patent leather if I did add a clutch because then it would just be too much for me. The final look included thin chiffon, faux fur, leather, and snakeskin. I really enjoyed this outfit and it gave me a boost of confidence to carry on my day even though things have been a little stressful lately. Next time I wear these leather pants or even the fur I want to dress them down.

What prints or textures have you mixed together lately? How do you dress your leather pants or favorite printed boots?

Urban Chic

Complete outfit a special order by Coquettish: email for details

Time has been quickly passing me by and I am soooo late on posting. However, I am human but I am back to what it is I love and it's my blog and business. I feel saying hello to June is only appropriate with a custom order and styling by yours truly giving it a complete Coquettish statement. 

Personally so much has been going on with me. School is out and my goal is to continue branding and marketing Coquettish, but also finding a fashion and marketing internship in DC, all while working and enjoying my summer. Although I have a long summer bucket list I am determined to get all things done. 

Keeping this post very simple and to the point. I am dying to know what has been going on with my lovely Coquette followers. What are you summer plans? Where are you working or interning? 

P.S. Be on the look out for me to be featured on several blogs. Will provide all details once it has been published; I'm super excited. 

The Secret of NK Lipstick & My Fav Target Cosmetics

 Color: CJO4 Beige 

Color: Medium Q420 

Color: Toffee Q720

 Color in order: 803 Glorious Pink | 912 Magenta | 921 Pink Tint | 301 Lavender Tint | 923 Dark Magenta | 302 Black Orchid | 306 Black

Color: A63 Taupe

Lipstick: NK  | Concealer: NYX | Matte Pressed Powder: Covergirl | Liquid Foundation: Covergirl | Lipgloss: NK

Makeup is not my best subject, but has always been a strong curiosity of mine. I started trying to be a MAC girl then expanding to the various brands offered by Sephora, but it just couldn't satisfy my needs or wants. I rarely wear makeup and when I do I enjoy a very natural look with light coverage. I found that MAC and other brand foundation was just to thick for me, although I was satisfied with the lipstick. Finally I just stopped wearing makeup all together.

Now the end to this forever occurring search for the perfect makeup regime didn't completely stop. I decided to give it another try, but this time in the Target cosmetic section. I immediately feel in love with the Covergirl products. I personally enjoy the Queen Collection Natural Hue Liquid Foundation.  The color is very true to my skin where as with MAC I was finding a very brick red undertone. I am also in love with the Queen Matte Powder. Usually I will use solely a primer and this foundation with some concealer and be extremely happy. (Guess you could consider this a routine makeup look for me) 

Now speaking of concealer, I also used the Covergirl concealer, but this time I tried the NYX concealer and really was satisfied. As compared to Covergirl I wouldn't use either over the other but I will continue to use my NYX concealer and most likely revert back to Covergirl or try something new.

Now with Spring & Summer ahead of me I have been dying to find some Spring color popping lipstick. As previously stated I typically wear MAC lipstick whenever I do wear lipstick but surprisingly MAC didn't have colors that I felt comfortable in that were Spring appropriate. I took a trip to the local Beauty Supply Store and feel in love (once again) with the NK lipstick

With NK lipstick and lipgloss its prices range from $1-$1.50! Yes a buck! I love the lipstick not only because the price is so amazing, but the lipstick actually moistures your lips, which is an important feature for any lip product. I will say this lipstick requires repetitive applications but for $1 what do you expect? I think you should try it and if you don't like it, you only wasted a buck. Coincidently, I got a bunch of random colors I wanted to try and loved them all. 

Hopefully you guys give these very simple but chic and affordable satisfying products a try. I love them all and extremely happy to restart my makeup collection with the basics.