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Motivational Mondays

07 Tuesday Jun 2016

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Hi Fashionistas,

Happy Monday. I hope everyone had a great  weekend and a great start to their week. I wanted to start something new on the blog called Motivational Mondays where it’s to help encourage us get through the day or week.

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When I saw this quote I had to post it on my instagram because we in a society often worry about what people think about whether it’s what you are wearing or doing. I often have people say to me why you are doing this and that and in the past it use to bothered me.

Then I realized I rock to the beat of my own drum and love to stand out and be am individual not like everyone else. I’m ok with it. 

You should be ok with being yourself and doing what is best for you.

Just stay encouraged and keep doing you and enjoying your life.

Don’t let your sparkle dim

31 Tuesday May 2016

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Hi Fashionistas,

Happy Tuesday. Hope everyone had a great memorial weekend. As long as there was bbq involved I was there lol.

There are often times we come across people who will discouraged or put you down for no reason at all. You should not let that stop you from chasing your dreams and goals.

Do not let your sparkle dim. This sequin dress which I turned into a blouse was perfect. If you know me I live everything bling and sparkly.

I paired the top with some boyfriend jeans and faux leather jacket that you seen on another post. I added these glittery pumps to add extra spark to my look.

I hope you enjoyed this look. Until next time.

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A mother’s love

07 Saturday May 2016

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Hi Fashionistas,

Happy saturday. I hope everyone is enjoying their weekend.

Mothers day is tomorrow and I wanted to share this special post about my favorite lady which is my mother.

Although mothers day is one day we should appreciate our mothers everyday . Even if it’s a mother figure,  friend, sister or cousin it does not matter.

Growing up my mom raised me as a single parent and I seen how hard she works and still till this day she is working hard to provide for her family. She has giving me so much that I know I could never repay her.

So I wrote this little note to her which I title a mother’s love.

A mother’s love

A mother love is something that you can understand at times.

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You think what does it mean to love or does my mom really love me. If she loved me why is she always yelling at me. Why she always makes me do chores when I do not want to.

When I had that big exam you made me stay home for the weekend to study until I was confident in my work.

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You are always there to provide me with the Guidance and support I need.
Showing me right from wrong even when I do not want to hear it.

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You are a true example of showing how much hard work you have done in order to provide for your children.

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Growing up with only you as a parent I did not understand why and felt I was missing out by not having a father in my life but you proved me wrong by being both mom and dad for me.

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As a child I felt you never gave me a
break but as an adult I realize how much you scarfice for me to be where I am today.

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I am happy that you pave the way for me to be who I am and allow me to make the choices and decisions for myself even if you did not agree.

For this I say I love you and I appreciate you. Happy mothers day.

Public Service Announcement

16 Wednesday Mar 2016

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HI Fashionistas,

Today will not be your normal post hence the name of it but I feel I needed to get this off my chest.

I have been going back and forth about this for sometime now as I  wanted a right way to go about it without bashing or throwing shade as we like to say lol.

Blogging was a way for me to bring out my creative side and bring to you my love of fashion and all things that I enjoy and make me happy.

Now I will say the road is often difficult as there are bumps you may come across from time to time. What makes me upset is when people use this platform for negativity and bashing instead of uplifting and supporting one another. Which is what I thought this was about.

Never in my dreams would I have thought we as minority women would take the time out and bash one another or be negative especially when you should be thankful about the platform that you were blessed with.

Yes blessed with because success does not come overnight and just the way you work hard to get where you are it can all be taken away just like that.

Now I’m not hear to preach but just wanted to get the message out there cause my goal is to always uplift and inspire women and young girls especially of minority race.

Instead of being negative or spreading negativity. Think before speaking or doing because actions speak louder than words.

Fashionicondrea

Valentine’s Day Glam

16 Tuesday Feb 2016

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Hi Fashionistas,

Happy Tuesday. Hope everyone had a great weekend. Mines was amazing. I had brunch with two girlfriends on Saturday and on Sunday I spent the day with my husband for valentine’s day. We relaxed earlier in the day having homemade breakfast but in the evening we attended a wedding.

So for this wedding I knew I had an idea of what I wanted to wear. I have been really shopping my closet lately which is always good and saves money lol.

The lace top is actually a dress that o purchased from H &M last year and I love it cause lace adds the extra sexy in an outfit. This gold midi skirt is amazing purchased from a local store by my job. It was actually gifted to me by a friend if mine.

I paired the look with my blue suede frindge boots and for accessories I wore little jewlery as I wanted the outfit to stand out.

Overall I had a great time with my husband with great food and laughter and some dancing.

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Fashionicondrea

For the love of Denim

04 Thursday Feb 2016

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Hi Fashionistas,

Happy Thursday.  Where has the week gone. I’m on vacation but I feel like it’s almost over. I’m leaving for a few days for a nice getaway with the hubs which I’m looking forward to.

I’m planning to do a post on packing very light for short trips soon.

On to the look. If you don’t know me by now you should know I love denim. It’s something about it that I love to wear as you can dress it up or down. 

I paired it this winter white sleeveless dress with my thrifted motor jean jacket. The dress is so cute and I added the leopard tshirt for an extra pop.

This is what I would wear for date night with the hubs or out with the girls. Hope you enjoy the look. Until the next time.

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Fashionicondrea

Out with the old and in with the new

05 Tuesday Jan 2016

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Hi Fashionistas,

Happy new year. I can’t believe it’s 2016 already. It has been crazy for me last year but amazing as I had some hi’s and some low’s. I can say I am thankful because I have learned alot last year in respect to blogging. I feel I have grown alot as well as put myself more out there networking. Planning to do more this year.

You know I love to be dress up and dress casual. This olive green maxi skirt with gold waist trimming was amazing. I paired it with a cute studded sweater and my favorite camo jacket. I adored the look.

I would totally switch up the boots for sneakers as you know I love sneakers lol. I hope you enjoy this look. Until next time.

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Fashionicondrea

Casual Holiday Glam

10 Thursday Dec 2015

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Hi Fashionistas,

Happy thursday.  I know it’s been awhile but I finally have a new blog post for you. I love the holidays but not everyone wants to be fully glamorous so I have a cute casual look that is perfect.

I adore this purple midi skirt. I purchased this skirt from shein a few years back and it is still my favorite.  The blouse was a five dollar find and the boots are an oldie but goodie.

This look is perfect for the girl who does not want to overdressed but still make a statement . Hope you enjoyed the look. Until next time.

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Fashionicondrea

Anniversary Weekend

14 Tuesday Oct 2014

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Hi Fashionistas,

I know it has been awhile but im here and back. I have been busy but now im on vacation so i have downtime lol.

My wedding anniversary was on September 14 of this year. I can not believe it has been one year. It felt just yesterday that i was walking down the isle.

Me and the hubby wanted to have a big vacation but due to time we decided a nice quite weekend in altantic city. We love altanic city as there is so much to do and we always have a good time.

We stayed at the Wyndham resort which was lovely it was a nice one bedroom suite with a kitchen and i love it. I will post pics of it below.

For dinner we went to this amazing soul food restaurant call kelsey and the food was the best i ever had in a long time and we listen to some great jazz music.
I wanted to look great so i wore this DKNY sequin dress i purchased from marshalls awhile back for 20 dollars i love sequins and this dress was perfect.  I paired it with my gold pumps from rachel roy and some acessories. Perfect. Hope you enjoy the look. Until next time. Stay blessed.

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Valentines Day

14 Friday Feb 2014

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Hi Fashionistas,

I know I haven’t posted an outfit pic this week but the weather in NYC has been brutal with all the snow. I realized not all my post have to be about fashion lol. I wanted to expand my blog a little more and ever since I revamped it. I see the plus side to it :).

Today is Valentine’s day and as a kid growing up I always looked forward to it. Anybody that knows me knows I love cards but as an adult you realize material things dont matter.  All that matters is the special people you get to spend it with.

For me the last seven years have been spent with my now husband and what I appreciate and admire about him as though he does not care for the holidays he will do little things with me. This day is very special because its also been five months since we have been married 🙂

Im excited just to spend time with him doing nothing or just hanging out but what I always will remember is the love he shows to me everyday. I hope everyone enjoys the day and look forward to hearing your plans