"Graphic Tank and Jeans"

Hey loves. I hope you all had a great weekend, mine definitely went by way too fast. On Thursday I went to a trunk show for Suakoke Betty. She is a local designer here who makes some beautiful mixed print fashion apparel. The show was hosted by Eboni from The Fashionista Next Door, and Trina from The Baby Shopaholic. Doing anything during the week is a real challenge for me, but I was able to put something together to make it out to the show.

 I paired a graphic tank with my boyfriend jeans, a thrifted blazer, my custom Melody Eshani earrings that I first wore HERE, and my Jeffery Campbell Lanas. My hair was a mess from working out all week so I put it in a side ponytail, and added some braiding hair to create a long, thick french braid. The best five minute style ever to camouflage an untamed mane.

I had a great time and really fell in love with several pieces from her line. You can check out some of her items HERE

Jeans: Gap (old) seen HERE

Shirt: H&M (recent)

Blazer: Thrifted

Earrings:Melody Eshani

Shoes:Jeffery Campbell

"Bankhead"

Happy Tuesday, I hope everyone had a fantastic Super Bowl weekend. I am neither here or there about football, but I can say that I am still on a Beyonce Giselle Knowles- Carter high. I am SO excited that she is back, and even more excited that she will be going on tour again!!!! I missed the "Sasha Fierce" tour, but you can best believe that I will NOT miss this one.

Why I decided to make a pit stop in Bankhead, (aka the trap aka the hood)to take pictures I don't know..LOL. Anyways this day I was in a funky casual mood, and decided to pair my new Nike dunks with a faux leopard jacket that I have had forever.

This jacket is one of the best pieces I have ever found at TJ Maxx. I couldn't believe when I ran across it on the clearance rank for $25!!!

Shirt: Forever 21

Jeans & Jacket: TJ Maxx (old) seen HERE

Shoes:Nike 

Earrings: Melody Eshani

Necklace:Consignment

"Knitted Skull"

I was folding some clothes in my closet and ran across this sweater with the tags still attached..SMH. I bought it two years ago when I first went to NYC from a store in Soho. Why I am now just wearing it boggles my mind. Clearly more evidence that I really need to make a conscience effort in 2013 to stop being such a clothes hoarder **heavy sigh**

I paired it with my boyfriend jeans, Steve Madden studded leopard pumps, and my new custom made Melody Eshani earrings.

I am so in love with my new hoops. They are incredibly light weight and literally go with everything I wear!

Happy Wednesday!

Jeans: Asos seen HERE

Sweater: Boutique in NYC (old)

Shoes: Steve Madden via Nordstrom seen HERE

Earrings: Melody Eshani found HERE

"24 Karats"

Happy Monday! I hope you all had a more eventful weekend than I did...LOL. I pretty much worked all weekend, but on Sunday I did get a chance to catch up with old friends and wear this AMAZZZING maxi dress.

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I am a huge fan of Folake from Style Pantry. I have been following her blog forever. She is a true inspiration to me on so many levels (fashion, business, blog, etc). I was beyond excited when she launched her own online store Shoxie because it meant it was another resource to find great fashion at affordable prices, and it was awesome to see my ultimate business goal manifest in someone else who had the same dream!

I almost had a heart attack when I saw her wearing this dress on her recent post and quickly did a cartwheel when I seen that it was available at her online store. I knew in my fashion spirit that this dress was going to sell out FAST so yes I did what ever fashion junkie does...pulled over from driving and ordered it on my phone (**confession I was doing a social media check while waiting at a traffic light**)....LOL

The dress doesn't need much, so I kept my accessories gold and simple. I wore my favorite Queen of the Jungle necklace by Melody Eshani, black Betsey Johnson pumps, and my initial studs.

The dress arrived in two days, and  as you see is everything I expected and more. I love the fit and the length. The only issue I had was I had to pin the top closed because I am busty, other that that perfection!

I am excited that Thanksgiving is Thursday and I am able to fly home to Salt Lake City to visit my family. I can't wait!!! You can also check out the other dress wore that was inspired by Style Panty HERE
Dress: Shoxie found HERE
Clutch: Asos found HERE
Necklace: Melody Eshani seen HERE and HERE
Shoes: Betsey Johnson  seen HERE
Earrings: Urban Outfitters (sold out)

"Girls Night Out"

On Thursday I attended an event sponsored by Bebe and Lucky Magazine called "Girls Night Out". It was held at the Bebe store in Lenox mall and hosted by Eboni from The Fashionista Next Door. It was great to network with fellow Atlanta bloggers, socialize and of course shop the new holiday looks from Bebe.

I wore a pair of black and white color block tights, a cold shoulder blouse, my Obama earrings, and an amazzzzing brooch I found last week at the thrift store.

 The DJ was definitely jammin'!

The host for the evening The Fashionista Next Door

It has been at least two years since I bought anything Bebe. To be honest their clothes are pretty much made for those who are in straight sizes and since I am a curvy size 12,  ninety percent of the clothes they carry don't work for me. I mainly purchased shoes from them but when I did shop, however ever since I met and fell madly in love with Jeffery (Campbell) there hasn't been any room in my shoe heart for anyone else......LOL

These three pieces caught my eye. The faux mink cape in the middle was my FAVORITE!!!!

See!!! When I put it on I fell deeper in love. I did exercise restraint and not purchase it, but since I went home and dreamed about it and all types of outfits to create with it, I figure it was a sign from the fashion Gods that it needed to be in my wardrobe. I immediately went online (HERE) and I was pleasantly surprised that it was $50 cheaper ANNNND I was able to get free shipping....SOLD!  

                         How adorable does my boo NeShanta from Style is She look?

 I had to snap a picture of this sales associate who coordinated with me so well....LOL.
I hope you all had a great weekend, If it was anything like mine it was super busy and went by way to fast!
Blouse & Leggings: Asos found HERE and HERE
Shoes: Jeffery Campbell via Nasty Gal
Earrings: Erica Pena link to purchase found HERE
Brooch: Thrifted

"Fancy October Review"

I can not believe that it is already November, and that there are only two more months to 2012. October was a busy month for me, but I must say the highlight of the month was my trip to NYC. I had the most amazing time and can't wait to go on another vacay with my Sex in the City girls. Here is a collage of my OOTD post for October. This month I am so torn in choosing a favorite look because I have four...LOL. however if I was forced to choose I would pick my concert outfit with the baseball cap and half gloves.

So what do you ladies think, what was your favorite look?

BTW I am super excited because November is my blog's one year anniversary! **throws confetti** I will be hosting an great  giveaway this month to thank all of you for your wonderful support and love. This blog means a lot to me, it is not just a hobby for me, it's a passion. I unfortunately am not able to dedicate as much time to it as I would like because I run two other businesses, but trust in 2013 that will all change..;0)

xoxo

"A Blogger Dinner ~ Turkey Chop"

As most of you know my friend and I opened a no beef no pork gourmet grill back in June. Last night we held our "Unveiling of Turkey Chop" blogger dinner where we invited different food/lifestyle bloggers and magazine writers.

Turkey Chop is located at 624 Southside Commercial Parkway in Jonesboro, Georgia. All of the items on our menu are chicken, turkey, fish, or vegetarian.

For dinner we served our guests two of our signature items, The Honey Q'd Turkey Tips, and our Smothered Turkey Chop. We are innovators of both of these items along with the Turkey Short Ribs, and New York Turkey Steak.

Social media at it's best.

Our PR staff from Sky at Twelve Media , myself and my co-owner/BFF/soror/sister.... Ok on to the fashion since this is a personal style blog after all right....LOL.

I am happy that the weather has changed because I FINALLY got a chance to wear this vintage Neiman Marcus dress that I found at my favorite consignment shop about a month a go. A blessing from the fashion Gods indeed seeing as it is not only a size 10 (whoop) but it was brand spanking new. It still had the original price tags on it and everything!!!!!! Now if I can get these hips in a size 10 pair of jeans I will be home free...LOL. I wish I could've gotten a better picture of the studded and rhinestone details on the collar and sleeve. The dress is truly amazing!

Treshonda wore an exposed zipper dress, fish nets and sky high Betsey Johnson pumps first seen HERE
Ok back to restaurant business........

We have awesome daily specials and as you see we even sell our signature items raw by the pound for you to take home and prepare. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, why not add some variety to to your menu?

Instead of carbonated drinks we serve four signature drinks that are made fresh daily, Iced Tea, Peach Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade, Jamaican Punch, and our Obama and First Lady drink.

Our founder and business partner Quentin Love giving an overview of the history of Turkey Chop and our restaurant's mission which is to bring awareness to healthy eating to our neighborhoods by introducing them to a healthier form of fast food.

The Turkey Chop family.

If your are in the Atlanta area please stop by and visit us we are located at 624 Southside Commerical Parkway in Jonesboro, Georgia right off of Tara Blvd. We are open Monday through Saturday 11am to 8:00pm and offer delivery and catering services. You can check out our menu and more restaurant information at www.turkeychop.com

"Menswear Chic in the City"

This weekend I attended an event hosted by a new group I joined here in Atlanta called Blog Fab Fashionistas. It was an great networking event that was held at Bou Chic Boutique in East Atlanta.
The theme for the night was "Sex in the City" which was perfect because  like most of you ladies it is my favorite series/movie of all time!!!!! Personally it is my fashion bible....church!

My look for the night was menswear chic inspired by Miranda Hobbs. My three other friends of 13+ years and I have nicknamed our crew "Sex in the City" so I just stayed with my assigned character.

And of course there were Cosmopolitans......

As you see I am towering over by girl NeShanta from Style is She. Hands down the best "Carrie" of the night.

I had a great time and met a wonderful group of ladies. I definitely can't wait until the next event! To all my Sex in the City fans, which character inspired you the most?
Shorts & Suspenders: Forever 21 (recent)
Tie Neck Blouse: TJ Maxx (old)
Tights: Target seen here and here
Shoes: Jeffery Campbell seen here,here,here
Purse: Century 21, NYC