Heels N Poses

Happy Birthday to meee!!!

2013-06-05T21:52:00.001-07:00

Hey dolls, how's it going?

Ok well technically it's not my birthday anymore, it was actually this past Sunday (June 2nd....Gemini babyyy). I'm never one to over do it on the partying so I kept it mellow. I always plan my birthday outfits but believe it or not, I actually didn't this year. I'm a sporadic shopper, I always buy what I like & just have it sitting there until an occasion comes up. Most times I don't even bother waiting for an occasion, I would get all dressed up to go wherever. It doesn't matter to me, life is short, I can't be bothered with feeling over-dressed. I must wear it all...LOL! Also, I rarely buy entire outfits. Most times I would see a piece I like, purchase it & when it's time to wear it there's always something in my closet that goes with it. I'm not sure exactly why I went on that rant but that was the case with this outfit. I saw this skirt and fell in love with it instantly. I paired it with a tank top because it felt like 1000 degrees outside during the day & clothes is something I just can't be bothered with when it's soooo hot...lol. Being minimally dressed while maintaining my sense of style is my recipe for summer months. Anywayzz, it's late, i'm rambling, hope you enjoy my look. =) Oh & sorry for the pic overload. I really couldn't choose so I put them all. =)

Top & skirt: ASOS (recent) | Shoes: Zara (about 2 mths ago) | Bag: H&M (old)

Thanks for checking out my page! Hope you enjoyed my look! Ciao!

Love,

T’wana

Foxy Mama

2013-05-06T21:15:00.000-07:00

Hey dolls, how's it going?

Any other Iron Man fans out there? I'm a huge fan so I had to get all dressed up for my fave. This is my first time trying out this style top and oooo I think I like it! So perfect for taking attention away from my little booty but perfect for playing up my legs. I recently purchased these awesome mirrored sunglasses and it didn't matter what I wore, I knew I wasn't leaving the house without them. Love them so much, I broke these by accidents and came home and reordered the same pair right away. Obsessed much?! I think so! This look was perfect for a nice warm spring day. Days like these just makes me wish that I could freeze time. But I can't so on to the next. Hope you dolls enjoy my look!

Top & necklace: F21 (may still be available) | Shorts & shoes: Zara (recent) | Sunnies: ASOS (still available)

Thanks for stopping by!

Love,

T’wana

Hello there

2013-04-28T10:59:00.001-07:00

Hey dolls, how's it going?

I had another wonderful casual weekend. I spent it pretending that i'm not suffering from an awful cold. I ran errands and laid out by the pool all day long. What I should have been doing is laying up in bed with vitamin C in one hand and cold medicine in the other. Oh well, i'm happy I ventured out because I got to take lots of pics. I really love capturing my weekends. Of course with me feeling like crap, I wanted to be comfortable. For those that don't know me, i'm a HUGE heels person. You'll hardly ever find me wearing flats. Besides the fact that I absolutely LOVE heels, i'm only 5ft 4inches tall and most of the people I hung around my entire life are really tall. Maybe I secretly wanted to be tall like them so I trained myself to be this way....who knows?! I just love being up high and I can't see that changing. Platform sneakers are the perfect solution for when I want to be up high but still comfortable. They don't seem to be all the rage in American culture...yet...but they will be. I predict it! =) I hope you enjoy my look & sorry for the pic overload.

Top & pants: Zara | Shoes: missguidedus.com | Sunnies: UO | Necklaces: H&M & F21

My amazing salad I picked up at Whole Foods Market. I LOVE that place!

He's sooo obsessed with his mohawk, he wanted me to snap a pic of it...lol.

He really loves the water.

Wishing everyone a wonderful productive week. Thanks for stopping by!

Love,

T’wana

Casual weekends

2013-04-21T16:33:00.000-07:00

Hey dolls, how's it going?

Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend and is ready for the week ahead. I had a blast this weekend rocking out with Rihanna on her Diamonds World Tour (DWT). She killed it! If I could, I would do this weekend all over again. I didn't get an actual pic of what I wore to the concert because I was so pressed for time. Buttt...hope you enjoy this casual Saturday look. I enjoyed a nice Saturday with my love at the movies & then to grab something to eat. Surprisingly there was a chill in the air so it was perfect timing for this sweater I picked up at the concert.

Sweater: bought at DWT concert | Shorts: UO | Shoes: Zara

Thanks for stopping by!

Love,

T’wana

Cropped & dotty

2013-04-07T11:46:00.000-07:00

Hey dolls how's it going?

What do you guys think about cropped sweaters? I think I lust them with an emphasis on "I think". The reason why I'm unsure is because although I love the way they look, I get cold really fast. Matter of fact, as soon as I step into a room with air conditioning i'm freezing...LOL. I know, pretty sad! That and the fact that I suffer from IBS which means although my tummy is naturally flat, depending on what I eat, I do deal with on again off again bloating. Like in this pic! But you don't mind right? I didn't think so...LOL. I really lust this sweater (because we love people not things right? =)) because of the polka dots. I find polka dots to be so timeless. Cropped sweaters best suit my petite shape paired with high-waisted bottoms. To finish off my look I paired it with my go to gold satchel bag and these amazing but awkward cap-toe boots from ASOS. I have to be honest, whenever I wear these boots I feel like i'm wearing two lefties. The fit is so awkward but I still think they're cute. Not cute enough for me to walk around Ikea in so shortly after these pics I changed into some more comfortable walking shoes. =) Hope you enjoy my look and how I styled my cropped sweater.

Top: Zara (new) | Pants: H&M | Shoes: ASOS | Bag: Target | Sunnies: UO

Thanks so much for stopping by! Till next time!

Love,

T’wana

Sweats & Heels

2013-03-30T21:51:00.000-07:00

Hey dolls how's it going?

Today I had an amazingly chill Saturday with my boys (son & boo). I love Saturday's, it's the best day of the week. I get to sleep in & by sleeping in I mean sleep until 8:00am....LOL. It's the best! We decided to go to the movies so I wanted to be super comfortable. Comfortable to me means sweats & a pair of comfortable heels. These red ones from Zara are super comfortable for me. I've heard people say they're uncomfortable but I guess they fit the shape of my feet well because I never have any problems with them. We're just recovering from a little cold front so I was excited for the 80 degree weather today. I just had to pull out a sheer top. Hope you enjoy my look!

Top: H&M | Pants, sunnies, bag & shoes: Zara

My little man & I! Follow me on Instagram & facebook @Heelsnposes

Thanks for stopping by!

Love,

T’wana

Neon & black

2013-03-17T21:19:00.001-07:00

Hey dolls, how've you been?

I suffered a bit of a brain freeze while choosing my title, forgive me. My camera didn't photograph the true color of this top, it's a type of neon pink. This is just a short post to share with you what I wore to the Macy's event from my previous post. Be sure to check it out and let me know what you think.

Top: H&M | Skirt: F21 | Bag: Poppie | Shoes: Prabal Gurung for Target | Sunnies: UO

Wishing everyone a productive week! Hope you enjoy my look!

Love,

T’wana

Spice up your prom look - Macy's event hosted by Mr Kate

2013-03-17T16:35:00.000-07:00

Today I suffered a bit of nostalgia as I watched 4 beautiful young ladies strut the runway in prom wear for the young modern fashionista. DIY & lifestyle expert blogger Mr Kate (yeah I know, I expected a guy to), shared many valuable tips to an audience of young girls on how to enhance their prom looks. The event was held at Macy's Millennia and since Macy's is just a hop and a skip from my doorstep, I usually attend their events. There was so much going on; complimentary nail services, DIY projects, complimentary hair styling, fashion show & gift cards for those who tweeted about the event. There was also one lucky winner of a $100 Macy's gift card to spend with the assistance of Mr Kate.

Mr Kate (she's hilarious, you have to check out her youtube channel & she's super creative)

I'm so happy I attended because it certainly brought back memories that I had somehow suppressed to the deepest darkest section of my memory...LOL. Now I know why! My prom dress was hideous now that I think about it. What was I thinking?! Here's the thing, my prom took place at a point in my life where I was just starting to become aware of the fact that i'm a young lady and I should start carrying myself as such...=). I was such a fun loving tomboy who cared about literally NOTHING! Those were the days...no bills...little to no responsibilities....just stress free living. I mean I still try to keep my life this way but the older you get the more you don't have a choice I guess. I had just started wearing heels and I was slowly coming into my own. Problem is, my full transformation didn't happen by the time prom came around...HAHA.

Watching these beautiful young ladies strut their stuff in these colorful, asymmetric prom dresses was refreshing. My prom was about a 100 years ago so I had a lot of trouble finding the pics to share with you. I searched high and low but because I more or less moved across the globe since then, they must have been lost somewhere in the transition. Bummer! I really wanted to give you guys a good laugh. In my defense, however, it really wasn't that bad. My dress was just really boring plus I didn't realize the purpose of makeup back then. HA! My dress looked a little something like this:

and trust me, this is a MUCH cuter version. Mine was a light green color and I literally looked liked someone's grandma now that I think about it...but I still insist it wasn't that bad. Oh how I wish I found those pictures. Anyway, the ones I saw at the event were a lot better than what I wore. For those of you about to embark on the wonderful experience that is prom, Mr Kate definitely had some cute and fun tips for you. She's definitely an out of the box thinker and I love it. Her and I can definitely hang and it'll be like we knew each other forever. These tips are definitely guaranteed to help you create your own unique prom memory while just helping you get ready for that big day.

A quick and easy bun

Accessorizing

Untraditional prom shoes (sneaker wedges)

DIY bag inspired by The Carrie Diaries

(It's simple you just splatter nail polish all over an old clutch. Sex & the city fans know what i'm talking about)

Untraditional prom accessories

Wearing wedges

Face painting to add a fun touch to your look

(I would have made this a little bigger, this size just makes it look like a mole or a bug's sitting on her face..=))

Adding jewels to your shoes & wearing miss-matched earrings

(You can't tell from the picture but the model is wearing one long earring with a shorter one in the other ear.)

Different color shoes

Adding an arm party

Of all the looks I saw, this is by far the one that I would wear if I could do prom all over again
I LOVED THIS DRESS! It's the perfect mixture of elegance without overdoing it.

Complimentary Hair Bar, DIY & nail services

The girls were lining up for all the complimentary services. I, on the other hand, was too distracted by the Mac makeup stand nearby. Although i'm a bit of a naturalista, I'm trying to learn the art of makeup. Wish me luck!

Which of these dresses would you wear to prom? I was hoping to try on my dream dress (just for fun) but I didn't fall in love with any except that last one (white dress) but the model was wearing the last one left in my size. That dress is a huge step up from what I wore 100 years ago and I love it paired with gold accessories. I would wear it a little different than the model by pairing it with some sexy gold shoes. What did you wear to your prom? Leave a comment below.

Hope you enjoy! Look out for my official outfit post on what I wore to the event.

Love,

T’wana

I am a member of the Everywhere Society and Everywhere provided me with compensation for this post about Macy's Prom. However, all thoughts and opinions expressed within are my own.

Professional sparkle

2013-02-05T06:06:00.000-08:00

Hey loves how's it going?

Since my last post we've actually had a little cold front come through. It's not too bad but i'm sooo over it. I've been getting sick a lot so I figured what better way to lift my spirits than to wear some sparkles. YES!!! Mission accomplished...mood lifted. I attended a meeting yesterday in which I wore a long pleated trouser with this blazer cream blazer. I had a few things to do after I was finished and decided to change into this skirt since the sun was out. Bad idea, I ended up staying out longer than I anticipated and it got a bit nippy. Too nippy for my little skinny legs...lol. Anyway, this outfit total must have cost me about $20 (excluding shoes and bag). The jacket (they had a multitude of colors) was bought the day after christmas. With the scratch offs they were handing out that day I only paid $10 for the jacket. The skirt I purchased in an earlier in the year (2012) sale for around $5. Don't you just love bargains? Bought months and months apart, I didn't plan this outfit but coincidentally all the pieces are from H&M, even the shirt worn under the jacket which has been factored into the $20 total. Moments like these make me realize how much I like shopping there (mostly due to the prices). Matter of fact for all you shopaholics, they currently have a 30% off coupon available which expires on 02/06. I'm sure if you google it or sign up for their emails you can get it. =)

Jacket, top & skirt: H&M | Shoes: Zara | Bag: Vera Wang for Khol's | Necklace: DIY | Sunnies: Rayban

Don't hesitate to let me know your thoughts. Thanks for stopping by till next time!

XoXo,

T’wana

Sunny winter days

2013-01-31T22:37:00.001-08:00

"Live simply. Dream big. Be grateful. Give love. Laugh lots"

Heyyyy dolls, how's it going?

Ok I know i've been MIA for a while but with good reason. LIFE!!! Sometimes it throws you loop holes and you have no choice but to keep going and be grateful. I'm grateful! Anyway, what better way to enjoy an 85 degree winter day than pulling on a mini skirt, a sleeveless tee and some chic sunglasses. There's no better way! We've been having such beautiful weather here in FL and i've been spending lots of time outdoors enjoying it with my lil man. Wherever there's a body of water with beautiful scenery, that's where you'll usually find me just chilling. It's like therapy for my soul, it calms my nerves. Anyone else like that? What calms you?

About the outfit: I bought this skirt about 8 months ago while I was in the Caribbean and believe it or not this is my first time wearing it. It baffles me as to why because i'm definitely in lust with it. The petal hem and soft material is perfect for a spring or summer day. Lucky me I get to wear it in winter. Ok ok I know some of you are freezing so i'll quit rubbing it in. I paired it with a no fuss tank top that I got on sale for $5 in the mens section at Macy's. I adore it and I adore printed tank tops in general. They're perfect for displaying your personality through clothing. Finished off my look with a pair of comfortable heels and my go to sunglasses. I threw on the trench to keep it classy not trashy because the skirt is a tad bit see through. Uh-ha so it just hit me why I hadn't worn it before...LOL. Hope you dolls enjoy my look. Leave your links in the comments and i'll be sure to check out your sites. I'm so ready to get back into my blogging after this world wind of a few months i've had.

Thanks for stopping by! Have a safe and happy weekend! XoXo

Love,

T’wana

Polka dot pants

2013-01-06T21:11:00.000-08:00

Hey dolls, how's it going?

This is my first look for the new year and definitely one of my faves. All thanks to these amazing shoes. I typically don't get very excited about H&M's designer collabs (except the Anna Dello Russo collab...I was devastated when I found out the H&M nearest me wouldn't carry the collection). In my opinion it's just a bunch of overpriced items that doesn't appeal to the masses which was clearly the case with their latest collab with Maison Martin Margiela. To this day, almost 2 months after its release, my local store still has a considerably large amount of stock available. Now this means the black friday shoppers passed up on them....the after christmas shoppers...the coupon holders and all the end of year shoppers. SMH! Avant-garde in a store like H&M was never a good business decision. The decision makers at H&M must be REALLY good at selling their brand to get this designer to agree to a collaboration.

Discounted to prices below $30 and shoppers still aren't buying these items. I think they should just donate the pieces to homeless shelters, at least that way they'll be of great use. I personally wasn't attracted to the clothing items with the exception of the mirrored leggings which sold out pretty quickly. The shoes on the other hand, I LOVED. They offered me the type of uniqueness I typically look for in a shoe. It was like rocket science for me deciding between those worn here and the black bootie with the same heel. As you see these won but just because the booties were a size too small for me..HAHA! I was sooo willing to squeeze my little toes in there. Now it's important to note that I do LOVE these shoes but there was NO WAY I was forking over the initial $199 price tag they came with. I, of course, waited until they went on sale which I was positive they would. The day after christmas most of the items were discounted down to $30 including these shoes. YAY!!!! However, I do feel sorry for the people who stood in line and paid full price for these items. In an economy like this I don't care how much money you have. Shopping smart is a MUST. Sooner or later everything (ok maybe not everything) goes on sale. Wishing everyone a productive week! =)

Jacket & top: H&M | Pants: ASOS (old) | Shoes: Margiela for H&M | Necklace: Zara | Sunnies: Rayban

This is how I style polka dot pants. Hope you enjoy the pics! Till next time XoXo!

Love,

T’wana

Plaid pants

2012-12-26T18:10:00.003-08:00

Photo credit: google

Hey dolls, how's it going?

For the first time ever i'm actually keeping this post very short. I really just wanted to wish all my wonderful readers a happy holiday. Hope everyone had a pleasant christmas and wish you guys all the best going into 2013. Btw...the cold air FINALLY rolled in since my last post just in time for christmas and i'm super excited to wipe the dust off my old coats. Can you tell? LOL...anyway loves, wherever you are in the world please remember to stay positive, fashionable and live healthy of course. That should be our motto in 2013!

Jacket & top: Zara (old) | Pants, bag & hat: H&M | Shoes: Ann Taylor (old) | Sunnies: Ray Ban

Hope you enjoy the pics!

Love,

T’wana

Spring look in the fall

2012-12-13T23:35:00.001-08:00

Hey dolls, how's it going?

It's mid December and the sun is guarding Florida as though its existence depends on its safety. Occasionally it allows a few rain clouds to block its view, sporadically, but never for too long. SMH! With christmas steadily approaching one would think the cold weather would be here to stay by now. I guess they don't call this the sunshine state for no reason. If it looks like spring, smells like spring and feels like spring then I definitely will dress like it's spring. It's no secret that i'm a stickler for warm weather (although December is the only month i'm willing to succumb to the cold). We're not quite there yet so shorts, shorts, shorts and more shorts for this 80 degree weather we've been experiencing.

Let me just say i'm in love with the floral pattern of this top that I scored at H&M for only 5 bucks guys. Gooo me! It's such a casual top but can be made dressy depending on what you pair it with. In this case I topped it with this neutral tone scallop trimmed jacket which I also scored at H&M for a really affordable price (not that H&M clothes aren't already affordable but they're having major sales right now). I'm always attracted to scallop trimmed clothing so this jacket was a no brainer at less than 20 bucks. I could literally throw it on with any of my casual tops to give my outfits a dressier finish. I could do this with any blazer but this color goes with just about anything. I finished off my look by adding shorts and my studded Zara heels.

**Warning**: pic quality is REALLY bad. It was about to rain and my camera doesn't do well with elements...lol. My picture hosting site also made the quality a lot worse.*

Top & jacket: H&M | Shorts: thrifted | Bag: Aldo (old) | Shoes: Zara | Sunglasses: UO

As always, hope you enjoyed my look and thanks so much for visiting my blog. I truly appreciate each and every one of you.

Love,

T’wana

Neon in the fall + sunglasses stalking

2012-11-24T13:52:00.001-08:00

Hey dolls, how've you been?

I've been great. My momma had a successful surgery last week which i'm extremely happy about. YAY!! I finally got around to taking pics & i'm excited. Although extremely casual, what I love about this look is the fact that no one else around me was wearing neon. My pants stood out like a blooming flower sitting in a bed of thorns. =) LOL! I love the coolness of fall but (in my opinion) the way people dress during the fall can be a bit depressing (at least where I live) as far as color goes (not talking style here). Plus I keep getting sick so I needed some color in my life to lift my mood.

As for the outfit! I'm a huge lover of big cats so no doubt this is one of my favorite tops. I was heading out to meet up with visiting family members so I knew I needed comfortable walking shoes. These Zara booties does just that for me; provide comfort while adding a little bit of edge. I do have other shoes that I would have preferred wearing with this look but comfort will always win when I know i'll be doing lots of walking. The pants were a no-brainer because it goes so well with his (the cat on my top) eyes. =) This look is my way of edging up a jeans and t-shirt look. Hope you enjoy!

My Current Obsessions: Sunglasses

Sunglasses are still one of my favorite accessories. They're the perfect complimentary piece to add instant chicness and personality to any outfit. The ones i'm wearing in this post are my current faves that I purchased from ASOS recently. This time of year always puts me in the shopping mood so I spend hours and hours (I know it's really sad =( LOL) on the internet just browsing...sometimes shopping =). I'm ok in the clothes and shoes department so i've been spending most of my time scouring accessories, specifically sunglasses. I just wanted to share a few that I think could fill the current void that i'm having. Of course I still want every pair of Raybans in existence but these are some of the other brands/designs that caught my eye. =)

I found all these styles here at this website. They offer a lot of my favorite brands. What do you guys think about these? Which style would you go for?

I actually started this post before thanksgiving but got so busy. So HAPPY (LATE) THANKSGIVING! Hope everyone enjoyed, I know I did. I'm still full as I type this...LOL.

Love,

T’wana

Stars and Stripes

2012-11-07T23:49:00.000-08:00

Posing like a super hero. In this case super voter...lol

Hey dolls, how's it going?

Yesterday I was extremely anxious to get down to my local precinct and exercise my democratic right to vote. So much so that I pulled out one of my faves, my super hot Jeffrey Campbell Litas, which I might add are theeee most comfortable boots I own. I stood in line for almost 2 hours and didn't feel a bit of pain. Of course in keeping with my patriotic mindset I had to throw on one of my stars and stripes t-shirts. A girls gotta keep herself entertained when it comes to fashion...lol. I was in the all black mood but couldn't resist this grey H&M (I think it's wool) jacket for keeping me warm on this chilly day. I left super early so everything else was grab and go except for the hair which was mostly just go...lol. Did anyone else get a chance to vote?

Love these pants!

Top: Macy's mens section | Pants, necklace & jacket: H&M | Sunnies: Ray Bans | Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell

Hope you enjoy the pics!

Love,

T’wana

Printed pants

2012-10-24T14:28:00.003-07:00

Hi dolls how's it going?

I'm literally back from the dead after suffering from the flu for the past week. I urge everyone to get your flu shots (I didn't) because the flu is no joke. It's miserable and I know we don't like feeling miserable...just fashionable. Today I was finally able to put something on, other than sweats, and I felt GREAT. Back in my element and ready to put that bad memory behind me.

I headed out to run errands and a few other things so I opted for a more comfortable look (not that I don't always go for comfortable looks). Let me tell you, I LOVE these printed pants I found at H&M last month. So much so that I bought them in the two colors available. They're great for dressing up or down (more down) and i'm obsessed with the way the horizontal lines create an illusion of thicker legs. I may be the only one seeing this but just let me enjoy my moment...=). I could have paired this with any of my solid color tops (or even printed ones if I was feeling risky) but decided to go the comfort route with an oversized sweater which i'm obsessed with btw. It's rare to find stuff in Zara for only 20 bucks so when I do I almost always impulsively go for it. If I remember correctly it also came in yellow and white. I really want the white one but i'm sure it'll be gone by now. Anyway, I threw on my cute and comfortable jeweled tone pumps and a (somewhat) matching bag to complete the look and I was out the door.

Top: Zara | Pants: H&M | Shoes: Zara | Bag: Vera Wang | Sunnies: UO

Let me know what you think about this look and how you would style these pants. I'm always happy to read your thoughts. =)

Love always,

T’wana

Halloween

2012-10-13T02:16:00.001-07:00

Hey loves, i'm back so soon.

I must admit I wasn't aware of the impact of halloween until I moved to the states. I never really got dressed up but all my college friends would get excited every time halloween was approaching. I'm guessing to them it was the one night they can go outside themselves and be whoever or whatever they wanted to be. Or maybe it was just another excuse to party...who knows?!! I'm ok with it as long as it's good-safe-fun. However, most of the costumes i've seen have been pretty basic and to be honest a lot of girls wore the same look. I swear i'm so over the naughty cops and poison ivy costumes. It wasn't until I joined the blogging world that i've seen costumes that really blew me away. Khatu from iamkhatu.blogspot.com actually makes her own costumes every year and the craftsmanship is always amazing. I can't decide whether I loved her peacock costume or her rendition of Lady Gaga's meat dress more. You guys should check it out! Now I know not everyone can handle a sewing machine or aren't as creative as Khatu is. Some of us are really not that patient either. I know I definitely lack the sewing machine skills but i'm working on it ;-). Some other bold and creative costumes i've seen were the avatar costumes. I mean I personally wouldn't leave my house just covered in paint but hey if you got it flaunt it. I really don't know what I would dress up as but i'm definitely feeling Lady Gaga and all her braveness. I'm considering these two options from Halloween fancy dress.

Click on these links for a better view black and blue

I'm really feeling my options but they're definitely not as creative as those I came across while browsing this pinterest page. There's a whole bunch of unique and not to mention hilarious costume ideas on here...haha. My favorites were the swiffer system and mud lady costume and the toilet and plumber. Now that's freakin creative and not to mention unique because really who else would spend their day being a filthy toilet? Be sure to check it out, I promise you'll get a good laugh. Plus there's a lot of cute kiddy costumes.

What about you guys? What are you dressing up as? Let me know, I promise I won't steal your ideas!

Love,

T’wana

I'm backkkkk

2012-10-13T00:47:00.000-07:00

Hey loves, how've you been?

Oh how i've missed typing on here with this bright ass white background staring at me as I ramble on and on about nothing really. I LOVE it! It's been almost 3 months since I last blogged (boooo) and seriously THAT SUCKS!!!! Those of you who actually read this knew that I traveled back home to the Caribbean for a few months. I got so caught up in life and what was happening around me both mentally and physically that I lost track of my blogging. My family and I have been going through some stressful stuff but don't get me wrong, as you can tell from my last post I had a GREAT trip. Life is truly a blessing and although you may hit road blocks along the way, there's still a LOT to be grateful for. I'm not one to open up or seek pity so I try to lead a positive life and keep it moving no matter what. Leading a positive life to me starts with surrounding myself with things that make me happy. Maybe that's why I have so many obsessions...LOL. A girls gotta keep her mind busy. I highly recommend a book called "The Power" by Rhonda Byrne to people who are interested in living a more positive life. Most of you should have heard of this; it's the follow up book to it's successful predecessor "The Secret". It reads a bit redundant but you have to really think about the message. Let me know if any of you have read it, i'll love to hear your thoughts.

So let's seeeee....what's happened since i've been gone? **thinking** nothing much has changed with me fashion wise. I'm still obsessed with just about everything fashion related; still hate fashion rules: still very much attracted to everything colorful; my shoe collection has grown a little (not too much); my wardrobe has expanded (i'm over trying to control this); my favorite basketball team won the championship (GOOOO HEATS); my one year blog anniversary has passed (=( sad I didn't get to post); very much in love and still engaged (the movie 5 year engagement will have nothing on me..haha I kid); still don't have my DSLR (sad face); still living in Florida and the rest i'm sure will come to me some other time. I know I know, I act like i've been gone for a year...LOL.

About the look: I was feeling like a princess today so I wore my tutu style pleated Jones & Jones skirt and paired it with a black open-back sweater (sorry no pics of the back =(, maybe next time) to give it a more fall feel although the weather here in Florida is super warm. I personalized the look by adding a baseball cap and my new favorite Zara booties. I've developed an obsession for gold and anything gold trimmed. This just in time to keep me in trend since metallics are on the menu this fall. Black and gold have become one of my favorite color combos and I hope you love it as much as I do.

I REALLY appreciate you sticking around and supporting my blog. Thanks to the sweet readers who sent me emails while I was gone. You're the best!

I noticed I squint so much in my pics. I literally can't see without sunglasses. Maybe I should have put them on. =)

Look at this beautiful earth God has given us. Just give me a good book and bottled water and i'll spend hours here.

Top & hat: H&M | Skirt: Jones & Jones via re-sale store | Shoes: Zara | Sunglasses: ASOS

Hope you enjoy the pics until next time!

Love,

T’wana

Beach bum pic overload

2012-07-10T22:13:00.001-07:00

Hey fashion dolls, how's it going?

It's been a while since i've been able to post and I must say I definitely miss the blogging world. I just wanted to let you guys know I haven't given up on this blog (or your blogs) and probably NEVER will. I'm still traveling and will be until August. Sorry for the pic overload but in a nutshell here's what i've been up to for the past month. I've been so busy but i'll try to include an outfit post soon. Thanks so much for being patient with me dolls. Ciao!

My cousin and I enjoying the island life.

The Moorings Marina, Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands

This steak from The Rock Cafe Piano bar & grill in Virgin Gorda was ohhhhh sooo good. A little pricey but worth it.

Taking it all in so I never forget.

Love it how I appear to be running on water in this pic.

Our boat!

Strongest villas i've ever seen. They've survived so many hurricanes.

Old Victoria Secret swimsuit.

Trying to enjoy a greeny....but it's soooo gross! I'm obviously not a fan of beer.

Strong winds and rough seas!

Dancing in the sea

Our beach cookout day!

I crave for this! Sand between my toes! I know.....weird!

I'm in love with the ocean. My new fave beach pose.

P.S. remember to enjoy life before it's too late, we're only guaranteed one shot at this. =)

Love,

T’wana

Ray-Ban love

2012-06-10T23:19:00.002-07:00

Hey fashion dolls, how's it going?

It's official, Ray-Bans are the coolest sunglasses to hit the fashion scene (i'm talking since their beginning in 1937). Did you know they were originally created for the United States Army Air Corps.? Sooo cool! This post has been a long time coming. I've been obsessing over Ray-Ban sunglasses ever since I first saw my big bro sporting them when I was younger. Now that i'm in the Caribbean where sunglasses are a necessity all year round, I think it's the perfect time to talk about my favorite sunnies that i've been wearing everyday. It feels like the sun is literally following me everywhere (even inside buildings...sooo not kidding). That's why I never leave home without a pair of sunnies. It's hard to appreciate my beautiful surroundings when i'm being blinded by the sun. I brought with me my 2 fave pairs of Ray-Bans; my special series wayfarers designed by Matt W. Moore and my RB 3387 64 model which I adore. Ray-bans are undeniably the most popular sunglasses among celebrities and fashionistas everywhere. The coolness and sturdy designs are very appealing. We all go through the trouble of finding the perfect sunnies to fit our faces. I struggled with this for years before I purchased my first pair of Ray-Bans. Because I have such a small face I tend to stay away from huge styles that overpower my face. That's why I love Ray-Bans. The sleek designs and simplicity provide the perfect fit for everyday use for most face types. No matter what you're wearing a pair of Ray-Ban sunnies will add instant edge to any outfit. If you consider your style edgy and you don't own a pair I highly recommend them. The reason is simple, they're just cool! I've included pics of a few of my favorite models and what they look like on. They'll look just as good on you as they do on these celebrities. Don't believe me? Try them! Some of them I already own and some I must get my hands on ASAP especially those aviators 'aka' pilot shades. I'm just dying to get my hands on a pair of those.

Ray-Ban square clubmaster sunglasses matte found here

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Ray-Ban legends collection aviator sunglasses found here

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Ray-Ban cats 5000 aviator sunglasses found here

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Ray-Ban Wayfarer black with red found here.

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Ray-Ban clubmaster ebony brow found here

Summer is steadily approaching and now is the time to start sunglass shopping if you don't already own a pair. I strongly believe that sunglasses are a good investment because depending on how you care for them they'll last a long time and you know they'll always suit your face once you choose the right pair. If you have trouble figuring out what style works best for you here's a guide to help you decide. For more awesome styles and info or to purchase any of the above styles you can visit the links below. (All pics courtesy of these sites below and google searches)

http://www.redhotsunglasses.co.uk

http://www.ray-ban.com

http://coolspotters.com/sunglasses/ray-ban-3025-aviator-sunglasses

Thanks so much for reading dolls and i'll love to know how you guys feel about Ray-bans. Yay or Nay?

Love,

T’wana

Birthday Paradise

2012-06-06T22:15:00.000-07:00

Hey fashion dolls, how's it going?

I apologize for not posting sooner. Last week I jetted off to the Caribbean (where I still am and will be for the next couple of weeks) for my birthday. These pics are from Saturday which was my actual birthday. For those of you that don't know, i'm from a small Caribbean island located in the the British Virgin Islands (also known as the BVI). The BVI consists of 4 main islands and over 50 other small islands and cays. I grew up on the larger island of Tortola. I decided to spend my birthday with friends on one of the neighboring islands called Virgin Gorda (a must visit if you ever travel to this end of the world). My hun (who takes my blog pics) isn't traveling with me *sad face* so it'll be a bit hard to get pics of my trip but I was lucky enough to have my close friend and my sis take a few snaps of me. How could they say no to the birthday girl?!! LOL. Just kidding, thanks ladies. Love you!

About this gorgeous dress; I bought it from Zara at the beginning of Spring and couldn't wait to wear it. I knew my birthday would be the perfect occasion since I was traveling to a tropical setting. The colors went beautifully with my surroundings. I would say it's the perfect 'island dress' or summer dress. I didn't want to take it off. Despite my hesitation I changed into a cute little fluorescent peplum dress also purchased from Zara for a LONG night of partying with my sisters. I didn't get pics but I had such a blast. I was lucky enough to have my birthday fall on a holiday weekend so there were lots of things to do here. My sisters and I partied on Saturday night until 4 in the morning. The crazy thing about that is the club was just really getting started when we left but we had danced the entire night in heels. When the legs say no more there is no fighting that....lol. I seriously need to find the perfect dancing shoes. For me the perfect dancing shoes is any that I can dance in for more than 5 hours. My JC's come pretty close but there was no way I was traveling with those babies. The took up the space of 3 pairs of my other shoes. With 50lb weight limits on bags it just wasn't happening. Although I do miss them it's just too hot here for boots. Now I must stop myself from babbling =).

Dress & shoes: Zara/ Bag: Poppie Jones via DSW/ Sunnies: RayBan

Sorry for the pic overload but it was really hard choosing. Hope you enjoy the pics!

Love,

T’wana

Brightening up your day

2012-05-28T22:04:00.000-07:00

Hey fashion dolls, how's it going?

Hope everyone had a great memorial day weekend. Mine was spent celebrating my hun's birthday and preparing for an upcoming trip. =) Right now it's super rainy in Florida and I love it. Rainy weather keeps me calm and is the perfect weather for relaxing with a book or cuddling. =) I really just love anything to do with water. When I took this pic it was a typical hot Florida day. No matter how hot it is I always seem to need a jacket. You know...my indoor outdoor thingy I mentioned in my last post. I've had this Zara blazer sitting in my closet for about 2 months and finally got a chance to wear it. It was perfect for dressing up my super casual look and literally brightening up my day. I love this look because all I have to do is remove the jacket and heels and it's a perfect beach/pool summer look. Of course I had to pair it with my favorite color block bag, my DIY studded shorts (featured on instagram and facebook a few weeks ago) and sunnies in my favorite color. Cheating on my Rayban's for a bit but not for long. I get separation anxiety...LOL.

Jacket: Zara (Loving this one)/ Top: F21/ Shorts: DIY/ Shoes: ASOS/ Sunnies: UO/ Bag:Poppie Jones

Hope you enjoyed the pics!

Love,

T’wana

Blue me away

2012-05-20T20:10:00.001-07:00

Hey fashion dolls, how's it going?

Time has been flying, I can't believe it's almost June. Here I am once again in some of my favorite colors. I love this little wrap skirt from H&M mostly because of its versatility. I can throw it on with almost any type of top and it'll work great. They come with a cute little rope belt with a hanging chain. The price was right so I snatched them up in a few colors. Only problem is I have to perfect my stride when wearing these (especially when it's windy) so I don't expose myself...must remember to take short strides LOL. I've been on the hunt for off-the-shoulder knits and luckily i've had some success finding some cute ones. They can be a bit intimidating for this time of year (in Florida) but they really keep me cool and aren't clingy so it's great. Usually the problem I have is i'm burning up outside then i'm freezing indoors. These tops are a good solution! They keep the sun from burning my skin, allows breeze to pass through and keeps me warm indoors. Multi-functional...I love it! Wishing everyone a fashionable week! =) Hope you enjoy the pics!

Top & shoes: Zara/ Skirt: H&M (still available) but similar here, Bag: Poppie Jones

Love,

T’wana

Coupons

2012-05-14T18:03:00.001-07:00

Hi fashion dolls, how's it going?

Ok so I know the title may be a bit deceiving but this is exactly what this post is about. Most of you may already be aware of these tips but for those that aren't, you're welcome (got that from Kobe Bryant..lol).

I've mentioned before my preferred method of shopping is online. There's a reason for that and it's not because i'm a lazy bum who likes sitting on the couch surfing the net (as appealing as it sounds). No! It's because of the great deals and coupons that are available online. Some of which aren't printable for store use. Sites are always trying to drive more and more traffic to their sites so I don't think there will ever be a shortage of coupons. All it takes is a little bit of patience. I almost never make an online purchase unless i'm able to find a coupon. One of my favorite sites for this is Coupon Chief. Let's face it, we all love to shop (at least the people interested in a blog like this) and we're going to do it anyway. Why not try to save some money in the process? I promise you there's no better way to beat your shopping conscience than using a coupon whether you can afford it or not. You'll feel like you've satisfied your bank account while satisfying yourself. Sounds like a win win to me! Both are necessary especially in times like these. Or you can just stop shopping! =) That solution won't last long in my world. I know, i've tried!...HAHA.

Ok enough of all the ranting, take this advice and run with it. Don't you ever click the complete purchase button unless you've searched for a coupon first. From fashion to beauty to groceries to travel...there's coupons for EVERYTHING (sorry for the yelling). There are many good sites for this that you can find in a google search but as I mentioned before, Coupon Chief is the best i've seen. It's a super easy site to navigate with hundreds and thousands of coupons available for any store or site you can think of. I'm traveling soon and I just saw some travel coupons (airline, hotel, car rental) that i'll definitely be looking into.

Recently purchased items from Forever 21. I couldn't have gone animal print crazy without the help of a 20% off coupon along with free shipping. Have I told you guys how obsessed I am with Tigers and Cheetahs? Mostly Tigers!

Loving the printed pants rage! Can't wait to wear my dalmatian print jeans!

I'll be back with an outfit post really soon. I still have to post what I wore to the Clinton Kelly event. Thanks for reading guys and let me know your thoughts on couponing. Or if you've tried it!

Love,

T’wana

Pop of Neon

2012-05-10T21:24:00.000-07:00

Hey fashion dolls, how's it going?

WOW, can you believe the weekend is here already? I can't! This week flew by like it owed someone money...HAHA. *Yeah I laugh at my own corny jokes! Sad but if I don't who will?!!! LOL * Ok now that you've been exposed to my crazy, I feel like it's been too long since I made an outfit post. I took these pics around easter and forgot to post them. Shame on me! I really liked the comfort and ease of this look. People always ask me how I walk in such high heels. I wasn't aware there was an art to this but I always answer, it takes practice! What else can I say?

Top: awesome deal at Marshall's/ pants: Zara/ Shoes & necklace: ASOS/ Bag: Target (love)/ Cuffs: H&M

Hope you enjoy the pics! ;-)

Love,

T’wana

Heels N Poses

Happy Birthday to meee!!!

Foxy Mama

Hello there

Casual weekends

Cropped & dotty

Sweats & Heels

Neon & black

Spice up your prom look - Macy's event hosted by Mr Kate

Professional sparkle

Sunny winter days

Polka dot pants

Plaid pants

Spring look in the fall

Neon in the fall + sunglasses stalking

Stars and Stripes

Printed pants

Halloween

I'm backkkkk

Beach bum *pic overload*

Ray-Ban love

Birthday Paradise

Brightening up your day

Blue me away

Coupons

Pop of Neon

Beach bum pic overload