mbyM long sleeve sweater, $65 / Jean shorts / IPANEMA flat shoes / Zara leather messenger bag / Michael Kors sunglasses
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Monday, July 29, 2013
Back-to-School Accesory Must Haves
The school year is quickly approaching for most of my readers so I decided to put together a small accessory guide for the year. Below are a few pictures with details of some of the hottest accessories for the fall. A lookbook with outfit details will be coming in the near future as well! Stay tuned for the Thee Fashion Stories Facebook Fan Giveaway as well! Things are only getting bigger and better!
Flashy
1. Chunky Necklace (Jazzibel Jewels)
2. Beaded Bracelets (Custom Jewelry Designs by Jocelyn)
3. Gold Watch (Target)
This accessory combo is perfect for a printed top. The coral beads in the Jazzibel necklace are eye catching! This necklace is definitely a statement piece!This simple gold watch from Target can be dressed up or down. I wear it practically everyday (It only costs me $4!). These awesome custom made bracelets by Jocelyn McField are versatile pieces that can be matched with anything. This "Flashy" look is perfect for days when you want to look "blinged out!"
Everyday
4. Large Pearl Earrings (Thrift Store)
5. Brown Messenger Bag (Marshalls)
6. Long Gold Necklace (Family Member)
Here is a similar bag from Forever21.com!
The everyday look is simply yet chic. Of course, I am obsessed with gold jewelry so if there is an option I say go gold, but this combo will work with silver pieces as well! A simple chain, bracelet and/or watch, and a pair of earrings screams "CLASSIC!" So for Monday through Thursday easy going days or laid back Fridays this look is awesome! Simple accessories allow your outfit to pop, yet the clothes speak for themselves. This brown messenger bag is cute and simple. I like messenger bags because I can reach in my bag on the go instead of having to take off my "backpack" to find a pen or my water bottle. Which type of bag do you prefer while you're on campus?
Feeling Fancy
7. House of Rena Infinity Scarf (House of Rena)
8. Neon Belt (H&M)
9. Crystal Earrings (Yard Sale)
Are you feeling fancy? Well I sure hope so because this look is for my bold fashionistas. This neon House of Rena scarf is not only cute, but it is soft as a baby's bottom. The House of Rena scarf collection comes in various prints and fabrics so I'm sure that there is one that it perfect for YOU! This neon H&M belt is versatile as well. You can match it with other neons or it would look great with black & white prints as well. Adding a pop of color is always "fancy" and even necessary from time to time!
I hope that you all took a little bit away from this post! I love, love, love all of my accessories and hope that you all support these wonderful small businesses that I have listed below!
Contact:
House of Rena: www.EffortlessStyleKC.com
Jazzibel Jewels: www.Facebook.com/pages/Jazzibel-Jewels/
Photo Credit: Ie'shia McDonald
Thee Fashion Stories supports small businesses and YOU should too!
Friday, July 26, 2013
Oriental Print Pants + Lace Top
Topshop cotton shirt / Zara pants / IPANEMA / L Credi wallet, $92 / Beaded jewellery, $15 / Orange earrings, $84 / Astley Clarke woven bracelet, $130 / Beach hat
How to Rock: Warby Parker x DonorsChoose.org Frames
Topshop striped t shirt / Ganni pleated shorts, $84 / ASOS ankle strap flat / Forever New , $28 / Pearl stud earrings, $21 / Warby Parker glasses / NARS Cosmetics satin lipstick
Forever 21 sweetheart neckline shirt / Boyfriend jeans, $66 / Timeless high heels, $83 / Loxwood , $84 / Warby Parker / Paper hat / Infinity scarve / Essie nail polish, $24
SELECTED knit pullover, $28 / H&M legging, $20 / Topshop high heels / Vince Camuto multi color necklace / GUESS gold tone bracelet / Warby Parker sunglasses / Dorothy Perkins / Iphone case / NARS Cosmetics red lipstick, $28
Repost: Nickels & Dimes: Warby Parker x DonorsChoose.org
By Cicely Haire
In my opinion, there is nothing cooler than combining philanthropy with fashion. Stylish brands like TOMS and FEED for Target allow shoppers like me to give back to the global community while lining our closets with bags, shoes, hoodies and more. Talk about retail therapy!
For that reason, I am so excited about Warby Parker’s partnership with non-profit organization DonorsChoose.org. Revolutionary eyewear brand Warby Parker was founded by four friends, Neil Blumenthal, Andrew Hunt, Jeffrey Raider and David Gilboa, with a common passion for helping people in more ways than one. They decided to create a company that would provide high-quality prescription frames and shades (plus a monocle) for honest, reasonable prices. Warby Parker’s vintage-inspired glasses cost only $95, compared to the $500+ pairs you’ll find at most optical boutiques.
WP is able to do this by creating their own, timeless designs and selling directly to us, the consumers. They cut out the extra profits to licensing companies and boutiques, while still offering superior glasses, complete with polycarbonate prescription lenses and anti-reflective lens coating. What makes the brand even cooler is that for every pair they sell, they send a pair to someone who can’t afford them. To promote community sustainability, they also partner with non-profits to teach rising low-income entrepreneurs to sell spectacles of their own.
I mean, really. Warby Parker is like that girl we went to high school with that was doing absolutely everything right. She applied early admission and got into every school. She played three sports, but still looked like a Covergirl. And she volunteered weekly at the Boys & Girls Club, so we couldn’t even hate on her.
The great thing about that girl, and WP, is that they inspire us to be better. And with this new campaign, Warby Parker x DonorsChoose.org, they’ve set the bar even higher.
Introducing the Gardner in Whiskey Tortoise sunglasses. The sleek, geometric design features the classic tortoise shell pattern, flecked with school bus yellow, to honor the tons of children you’ll be helping out when you purchase a pair. When you buy these $95 shades, Warby Parker will make a $30 donation to DonorsChoose.org, an organization that allows anyone, anywhere to help fund class projects online. Teachers post requests for materials on the website, like books for young avid readers or instruments for budding little musicians. And once the amount needed to pay for those supplies has been donated, Donor’s Choose buys and ships them to the classrooms in need.
And if you’re like me, and feel especially drawn to a specific project, like rulers for a second grade class in Colorado to use during math and geography lessons, Warby Parker allows you to pick. Select a project you like, and they’ll make the donation. Even better still, WP will still send a pair of glasses to someone who needs them. So, in addition to adding some perfect sunnies to your collection, you also provide the gift of clear sight to someone else, and help contribute to the growing minds of children.
Warby Parker x DonorsChoose.org might literally be the best campaign by a retail fashion brand ever! With one pair of expertly designed, snazzy shades, you’re literally giving to others twice as much as you treat yo’ self. Can you imagine the good karma?
A wise man, Jay-Z, once said, “The purest form of giving is anonymous to anonymous.” I’d like to add to Jigga’s quote by saying, the purest form of giving is anonymous to anonymous, twice. With sunglasses on.
Let me know what you think of the Warby Parker x DonorsChoose.org campaign below!
You can check out more from Cicley Haire here: http://sweatersinaugust.wordpress.com/.
In my opinion, there is nothing cooler than combining philanthropy with fashion. Stylish brands like TOMS and FEED for Target allow shoppers like me to give back to the global community while lining our closets with bags, shoes, hoodies and more. Talk about retail therapy!
For that reason, I am so excited about Warby Parker’s partnership with non-profit organization DonorsChoose.org. Revolutionary eyewear brand Warby Parker was founded by four friends, Neil Blumenthal, Andrew Hunt, Jeffrey Raider and David Gilboa, with a common passion for helping people in more ways than one. They decided to create a company that would provide high-quality prescription frames and shades (plus a monocle) for honest, reasonable prices. Warby Parker’s vintage-inspired glasses cost only $95, compared to the $500+ pairs you’ll find at most optical boutiques.
WP is able to do this by creating their own, timeless designs and selling directly to us, the consumers. They cut out the extra profits to licensing companies and boutiques, while still offering superior glasses, complete with polycarbonate prescription lenses and anti-reflective lens coating. What makes the brand even cooler is that for every pair they sell, they send a pair to someone who can’t afford them. To promote community sustainability, they also partner with non-profits to teach rising low-income entrepreneurs to sell spectacles of their own.
I mean, really. Warby Parker is like that girl we went to high school with that was doing absolutely everything right. She applied early admission and got into every school. She played three sports, but still looked like a Covergirl. And she volunteered weekly at the Boys & Girls Club, so we couldn’t even hate on her.
The great thing about that girl, and WP, is that they inspire us to be better. And with this new campaign, Warby Parker x DonorsChoose.org, they’ve set the bar even higher.
And if you’re like me, and feel especially drawn to a specific project, like rulers for a second grade class in Colorado to use during math and geography lessons, Warby Parker allows you to pick. Select a project you like, and they’ll make the donation. Even better still, WP will still send a pair of glasses to someone who needs them. So, in addition to adding some perfect sunnies to your collection, you also provide the gift of clear sight to someone else, and help contribute to the growing minds of children.
Warby Parker x DonorsChoose.org might literally be the best campaign by a retail fashion brand ever! With one pair of expertly designed, snazzy shades, you’re literally giving to others twice as much as you treat yo’ self. Can you imagine the good karma?
A wise man, Jay-Z, once said, “The purest form of giving is anonymous to anonymous.” I’d like to add to Jigga’s quote by saying, the purest form of giving is anonymous to anonymous, twice. With sunglasses on.
Let me know what you think of the Warby Parker x DonorsChoose.org campaign below!
You can check out more from Cicley Haire here: http://sweatersinaugust.wordpress.com/.
Thursday, July 25, 2013
Briea Clark
Briea Chanel is a young woman on the rise to stardom. She is not only gorgeous, but extremely talented and humble. She works from home as a blogger, GirlMuch.com. She also works part-time at a Designer Shoe Warehouse. Briea attends Prairie State College and is studying Business Marketing. Aside from being a blogger and college student, Briea is a writer & entrepreneur. She has been a supporter of TheeFashionStories.com since the beginning. She gave me tips on how to make the blog look more appealing & Briea donated a DIVA tee to our 20,000 Page Views Giveaway. You can keep reading below to learn more about this rising star.
What are your plans after graduation?
My plan right after I graduate is to move into the downtown area of Chicago and further my education at UIC.
My plan right after I graduate is to move into the downtown area of Chicago and further my education at UIC.
Where do you see your career in 5 years?
I see my career continuing to evolve and I see myself becoming a top blogger in this industry.
I see my career continuing to evolve and I see myself becoming a top blogger in this industry.
Who have you worked with and/or worked
for?
I’ve worked with WGCI radio personality, Demi Lobo, Casting Director and Fashion Show Coordinator, Yoshi Kiosha; Britney Turner, founder of Her$tyle.com; Zondra Hughes, journalist and author; Rolling Out Magazine. I’ve worked with these people on multiple media projects.
I’ve worked with WGCI radio personality, Demi Lobo, Casting Director and Fashion Show Coordinator, Yoshi Kiosha; Britney Turner, founder of Her$tyle.com; Zondra Hughes, journalist and author; Rolling Out Magazine. I’ve worked with these people on multiple media projects.
Who would you like to work with and/or
work for?
I would like to work with Karen Civil someday.
I would like to work with Karen Civil someday.
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Things Have Changed
Much Love,
Jas
H&M Lipstick
So yesterday I was shopping on the Country Club Plaza at H&M for some apparel and shoes when my eyes zeroed in on a tube of orange lipstick. I was a little apprehensive about whether it would be pigmented or not, but I bought it anyway. The sales associate that checked me out gave me reassurance that it was pigmented & had a really nice matte yet lustrous finish. (I was optimistic about the results!)
After I exited the store, I went to the nearest bathroom (Barnes & Noble Bookstore) and tried on my new orange lipstick. Sure enough it was pigmented & had a slight matte finish. I love my orange H&M lipstick and plan on buying more. It only cost about $6 with taxes included. Have you tried any of H&M's cosmetics? What are your thoughts on their lipstick & lip gloss collections? What are your favorite beauty brands?
Personally, this H&M lipstick is one of my favorite,affordable lipstick brands. I also like Revlon and CoverGirl. However, I am just starting to get into lipstick so I have not tried out a lot of shades of lipstick. Once I buy something new I will let you all know. If you have any requests please let me know and someone on my team will try to fill your request. Be blessed and try out a new shade of lipstick this week ladies!
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Trend Alert: Print
A|Wear fit and flare dress, $13 / Topshop leopard t shirt / Zara printed trousers / Steve Madden travel backpack / Circle scarf
1.Leopard Print
2. Floral Print
3. Cross Print
4. Digital Print
5. Spanish Floral Print
6. Chain Print
Which print(s) do you like?
Monday, July 22, 2013
Trend Alert: All Black
Wal-G sleeveless crew neck top, $38 / Alice & You disco pants / Alexander Wang leather shoes, $350 / Topshop / Kate Spade watch / Heart earrings / Rare London wool hat, $18 / GUESS by Marciano cateye sunglasses
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Thug Life Muscle Tank + Print Shorts
Forever 21 tee / H&M , $19 / Converse red shoes, $58 / Lipsy gold bracelet, $57 / Gold jewelry / Marc by Marc Jacobs chain necklace, $110 / Beanie hat, $96 / Kamali Kulture vintage black sunglasses / Guerlain lip gloss, $33
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Elephant Tank + Aqua Distressed Denim Shorts
Alternative Apparel / High-waisted denim shorts / Converse shoes, $60 / RVCA leather handbag / Bracelet jewelry / ADA Collection wrap bracelet / Kamali Kulture plastic glasses / Revlon
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Tiger Tee + Cheetah Print Sneakers
American Eagle Outfitters denim shorts / H&M leopard print shoes, $19 / Made brown purse, $75 / Aviator glasses / NARS Cosmetics is lip gloss makeup
Monday, July 15, 2013
Weekend News
Hello Lovelies!
This weekend was absolutely amazing for me! I hung out with my family, made power moves for Thee Fashion Stories and received awesome teaching at church. On Friday night myself along with my cousins, aunts, mom, and other family members gathered at my great aunt's home to play games and eat snacks. It was great to see everyone laugh and play together.
Saturday morning I got an early start with shooting the Back to School Lookbook. It will feature 5 different, fabulous looks and it will drop sometime soon! Geesh summer 2013 has flown right by! I cannot believe that I go back to school in less than a month. God has really favored me this summer, especially with this blog. I could not do any of this without God. The lookbook will be on this blog and YouTube. Thank you Ie'shia McDonald (photographer/videographer) and Eranne Whiters (designer) for your time and support. It was really awesome shooting with you all. If you want to purchase a turban or any type of fashion accessory please check out www.EffortlessStyleKC.com!
After the lookbook shoot wrapped up I went birthday shopping for my awesome dad! He turned 41 years old on Sunday July 14, 2013 and my grandfather turned 70 years old on July 13, 2013. It is so amazing having awesome, supportive men in my life! So after I made it home, I changed for the t-shirts and turbans photo shoot with Revamped and House of Rena! The shoot took place on the Country Club Plaza a little before sunset. The shoot featured Revamped t-shirts and TheeFashionStories.com t-shirts along with fabulous House of Rena turbans. After the shoot ended I called it a night. I was working from 7am to 10pm, but it did not feel like work at all. Doing what you love for a living is more like living a dream.
Finally on Sunday morning, my dad's birthday, I went to my awesome church New Life in Christ International Ministries. Rapper Da' T.R.U.T.H said a very stunning quote and it stated, " When it comes to the Bible you can believe it, reject it, or edit." That really got me thinking about life. I know for a fact that when I sin I try to work my way around it being wrong. But this quote really stuck me in my side and made me want to get it right. So my advice to you is to draw closer to God and love Him, instead of running from him.
Much Love,
Jas
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| Lookbook Sneak Peek |
Saturday morning I got an early start with shooting the Back to School Lookbook. It will feature 5 different, fabulous looks and it will drop sometime soon! Geesh summer 2013 has flown right by! I cannot believe that I go back to school in less than a month. God has really favored me this summer, especially with this blog. I could not do any of this without God. The lookbook will be on this blog and YouTube. Thank you Ie'shia McDonald (photographer/videographer) and Eranne Whiters (designer) for your time and support. It was really awesome shooting with you all. If you want to purchase a turban or any type of fashion accessory please check out www.EffortlessStyleKC.com!
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| T-shirts & Turbans |
So I saw that there is nothing better for people than to be happy in their work. That is why we are here! No one will bring us back from death to enjoy life after we die. Ecclesiastes 3:22
Finally on Sunday morning, my dad's birthday, I went to my awesome church New Life in Christ International Ministries. Rapper Da' T.R.U.T.H said a very stunning quote and it stated, " When it comes to the Bible you can believe it, reject it, or edit." That really got me thinking about life. I know for a fact that when I sin I try to work my way around it being wrong. But this quote really stuck me in my side and made me want to get it right. So my advice to you is to draw closer to God and love Him, instead of running from him.
Much Love,
Jas
Black Is Dope
Black top / H&M micro short shorts, $22 / Marc by Marc Jacobs sneaker / Messenger bag / House of Holland round sunglasses
Friday, July 12, 2013
PINK Tank
Victoria's Secret victoria secret tank / ONLY bandeau top, $10 / High top shoes, $15 / GUESS sport watch / Michael Kors jewelry / Topshop pork pie hat / Le Specs matte sunglasses / Essie nail polish
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Ciclely Haire
I keep up
with a lot of fashion bloggers and Youtubers. My favorites are Shirley B. Eniang, Patricia Bright, Jenn Im and Ariel Sansaricq. I also read
magazines like Nylon, Essence and Elle. I check a few fashion websites pretty frequently, including
Styleblazer and Refinery29. And then there are plenty of celebrities whose
style I love, like Beyonce, Demi Lovato, Jessica Alba, Kourtney Kardashian, and
Rihanna (sometimes).
If you could trade wardrobes with any
person who would it be? Why?
I would
live in Olivia Pope’s (Scandal)
wardrobe Monday through Friday. That woman has given a whole new meaning to the
term, power suit. And her white trenchcoat is iconic. But then, I would love to
rock Solange’s wardrobe on the weekends. It’s effortless and sexy, but still
fun and edgy too.
Name your top 3 places to shop.
I always
describe Forever 21 as that on-again-off-again boyfriend. Even when you try to
venture out, you know Forever 21 is going to have something you need. Target is also a favorite of mine. They keep
up with fashion trends, the prices aren’t outlandish, and they always have my
size. I guess my third favorite place to shop would be thrift stores. I know
that’s such a cliché, but there are days when my entire outfit is from Goodwill
or Savers or Maude V.
Do you prefer group shopping or solo
missions? Why?
It depends
on what I’m shopping for and where I’m shopping. Most of the time, I just go in
on a solo mission to buy jeans or shoes or something. But if I’m at a thrift
store or Topshop or somewhere, where the things you pick up can go either way,
it helps to have a fresh pair of eyes to say, “That palm tree-printed top is
just too weird,” or “That sweatshirt is not worth $50.”
Loose Lips
Hurley loose shirt / Black flared skirt, $36 / Converse s / Urban Expressions vegan bag / Komono leopard print watch / Astley Clarke stud earring set, $485 / Marc by Marc Jacobs yellow gold pendant, $110 / Madewell sunglasses
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Neon Top + Chevron Skirt
Forever 21 chevron print skirt / Report shoes / Zara leather handbag / Roxy stainless steel jewelry / Pieces jewelry, $51 / MAC Cosmetics matte lipstick / Witchery lip gloss, $15
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Black Attack
Topshop shirt top / H&M printed shorts, $19 / Zara leather booties / Proenza Schouler genuine leather handbag, $1,415 / Miu Miu eyewear
Monday, July 8, 2013
Awesome Fall/Winter 2013 Lookbooks
We will be filming our very first lookbook this Saturday! So here is a little fashion inspiration for you all! Be your beautiful & wonderful self this fall/winter!!!
Friday, July 5, 2013
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Lo'Cal Fashion Magazine: The White Out
The White Out Fashion Show was presented by Lo'Cal Fashion Magazine at the Downtown Marriott on June 29, 2013. The CEO of Lo'Cal Fashion Magazine is Miss TaChai M. Hayes. Lo'Cal Fashion Magazine is Kansas City based and will be launching it's first issue in January 2014. Lo'Cal Fashion Magazine is "Where locals make headlines!" Check out their website here to get a feel for what Lo'Cal Fashion Magazine is all about! If you have any business inquiries or questions do not hesitate to contact the Lo'Cal Fashion Magazine team at localfashmag@gmail.com!
Now let's get started talking about The White Out! The show featured lines from talented Kansas City designers and stylists. Designers included: Langston Jones, Luis and Bryan, Nyla Handy, and Shabeba Rodriguez. Each line presented was authentic and I really appreciated the variety of model types and pieces in each segment. Mr. Simeon Taylor was the host of The White Out Fashion Show. He was hilarious and did an awesome job rocking the runway!
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| CEO: Tachai M. Hayes |
Designer Langston Jones started the show off with his fabulous line Eyedentitee Theft. His t-shirts were one of a kind in design. I really liked one of his t-shirts that said, "Respect My Roots." His skirts were also to die for. I loved the cohesiveness of his line. Jones is a great designer and I look forward to working with him in the near future.
Stylists Luis and Bryan of LB Glam did a phenomenal job with hair and makeup for their models. Each model rocked a few fabulous pieces of jewelry from the LB Glam line. I loved that each necklace modeled was a statement piece. I love chunky jewelry, so I was in heaven each time I saw a piece that the LB Glam team created! I can't wait to see more from this dynamic duo!
Designer Nyla Handy brought a very upbeat and sassy feel to The White Out's runway with her line Undomesticated. I loved the energy of each model and bright colors of each look. Nyla has an eye for things that are different and pull your attention. I am really happy that I got to see her work and can't wait to see more from her. Undomesticated was a great line to see! Not to mention that Nyla was a sweetheart when I met her after the show!
Stylists Luis and Bryan of LB Glam did a phenomenal job with hair and makeup for their models. Each model rocked a few fabulous pieces of jewelry from the LB Glam line. I loved that each necklace modeled was a statement piece. I love chunky jewelry, so I was in heaven each time I saw a piece that the LB Glam team created! I can't wait to see more from this dynamic duo!
Designer Nyla Handy brought a very upbeat and sassy feel to The White Out's runway with her line Undomesticated. I loved the energy of each model and bright colors of each look. Nyla has an eye for things that are different and pull your attention. I am really happy that I got to see her work and can't wait to see more from her. Undomesticated was a great line to see! Not to mention that Nyla was a sweetheart when I met her after the show!
Last but certainly not least, Shabeba Rodriguez's line S. Nicole rocked the runway with classic yet sassy looks. I really loved the flow that each one of her dress, tops, and skirts embodied. Each model looked awesome and confident rocking the runway. I was really impressed with the quality in each S. Nicole piece. The pieces looked similar to high-end pieces that you would find on Dillard's or Macy's rack. S. Nicole is definitely a line that is going to make it big! I was really impressed with each line that was presented at The White Out, from the makeup, to clothing, to models. I enjoyed the atmosphere at The White Out! I had a great time at the show and after party with my sister/makeup artist Delicia Edward and my cousin/ House of Rena designer Eranne Whiters. This was my first white linen fashion show/party and I must say that it was fantastic! Great job Lo'Cal Fashion Magazine and I can't wait to see your next show in September!
Much Love,
Jas
If you have a fashion related event coming up or a new line launching and would like for Fashion Stories to write about it please email business inquiries to jdc_fashionstories@yahoo.com!
Eyedentitee Theft Model
LB Glam Model
Undomesticated Model
S. Nicole Model
Miss Tachai M. Hayes
Delicia, Eranne, and I before the after party started!
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