Category: Fashion

November 1, 2017 SanaSakinah No comments exist

Have you ever just looked around and been inspired by all the beauty naturally occurring in your surrounding environment?? Have you ever noticed the way seashells on a shoreline are formed into some of the most interesting and elegant pleated ruffles with intricate colors and patterns? Or maybe you’ve gazed at the way the sun begins to recede and sets yet still lights up the sky like the most striking of fireballs bursting and releasing the most extraordinary vision of pure energy and magnificence. I bet you’ve admired the leaves that start to turn from a radiant green in autumn into the most brilliant shades of reds, yellows, oranges, burgundies and golds falling down around a tree like sprinkles of confetti. Ahhhh nature surely has a way of outshining anything a man could ever make (lol). Everyday I am in awe by how beautifully and perfectly created our natural environment is and I am always inspired by it. If you need fashion inspiration the chances are it is already all around you…just open your eyes!! In honor of nature influencing fashion I chose this particular fall outfit..
I went with this H&M dress as my top for this outfit. I just love the colors and patterns on this dress!! The abstract prints of grey, rust and ivory sprinkled along it truly reminded me of a stone like a beautiful granite. I love the way all the colors cohesively translated into such a beautiful design. Besides the color I love the feminine and flirty shape of this dress with a full circle skirted bottom and slightly longer dips in the back and front. I just adore how the skirt of this dress blossoms with movement like a flower’s petals opening to face the sun.

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For my bottom I went with these hunter grey pants by Club Monaco. I love the easy and relaxed wide cropped leg on these pants. I’ve had these for quite some time now and I thought they paired well along with my top picking up the subtle hints of grey in my dress. I thought the stone color was a great complement to my granite inspired dress..

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I went with these rust colored peep toe booties for my shoes. These suede booties have the cutest stitch designs all over with a nice thick block heel and fringed laces that tie on the sides. I love how they looked along with my wide leg pants and picked up the rust in my dress as well.

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Of course I chose my beloved vintage handbag with this particular look (lol). This bag is obviously no stranger to me because I wear it pretty frequently. The color was a perfect fit with my outfit so it was only right that I wore it.

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Last but not least I chose this cappuccino colored jersey hijab along with my refashioned fringe earrings to complete my look. I wanted another neutral tone in my outfit so I thought this one worked well along with my other natural earth tone colors. Although it wasn’t intended I really felt like I blended in with all the natural stone around me (lol). 

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Welp, that’s it for today you guys. May nature continue to always be a great source of inspiration and fashionable light in all of our wardrobes!! Until next time, don’t forget to stay and slay on a budget!! *Waves* 

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What I Wore:

H&M Dress : $6 @Goodwill
Club Monaco Pants: $5 @Goodwill
Suede Booties : $30 @DSW
Vintage Handbag:  .25 @PAT

October 25, 2017 SanaSakinah No comments exist

Just like the seasons change so do fashion trends that come and go right along with the seasons, years, and decades that birthed them. Every year “someone” deemed an expert in the fashion world tells us what’s hot or what’s not, what’s happening, what is so last year and what are absolute No Nos. If you’re a firm believer in following trends and fashion rules then you will always be chasing some false sense of fashion security wrapped in temporary moments that will always come to an abrupt end and leave you scrambling to grab ahold of the next happening thing. Here’s my advice…don’t let fashion trends define who and what you are. Fashion shouldn’t come with a manual where we are following orders or instructions in how we express ourselves through clothing. We all have our own stories and voices that should be told through our own sense of style. This is what takes, shakes, and wakes fashion up…each person bringing to the table their own unique sense of what it means to be fashionable.

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For this look I chose a very well known fashion faux paux…white after Labor Day. How and why this particular fashion No No was even created is beyond me. And since I could care less to research the silly reasoning behind  it (lol) I will just say it absolutely makes no sense to toss a particular color to the side because of the month or time of year it would be worn. Therefore  I chose this beautiful vintage white crinkle skirt for this look.

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First off, I love the textured sheer crinkle fabric of this skirt. You never have to worry about ironing this kind of fabric so it is always ready to go which is the very reason I ended up throwing it on at the last minute over this past weekend (lol). Besides the ease of it, I love how roomy and billowy the skirt is. It has such a nice soft and light air to it.

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I decided to pair my skirt with this mustard and white printed top. I loved the idea of throwing some nice bold pops of color and prints in along with the crisp white skirt. I thought this top worked nicely contrasted against the blank slate of my bottom.

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For my shoes I chose these mustard yellow corduroy flats. They were a perfect match with my shirt and I loved how casually they played along with the more dressier skirt I wore. I love mixing and matching elements of style together so I think pieces of clothing that can be worn in a multitude of ways for multiple occasions are always great staples to have..

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For my bag I chose my vintage Lady Pride tote bag. If you’ve been following along with my blog the  chances are this isn’t the first time you’ve actually seen it (lol). I love this bag!! It’s a really great statement bag and always seems to give my outfit that extra pop that I’m looking for. I love the emerald color along with the snake print and burnt orange handles. The funniest thing is I’ve had this bag for years and didn’t even start wearing it until this year.  Just goes to show what goodies lurk in the shadows of our closets at times!!

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Last but not least I chose my emerald green jersey hijab along with my African style earrings to finish off my look. This particular hijab is actually the very first jersey style hijab I’ve owned. I bought this one last year and, Well you know….the rest is history (lol)!!

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Well that’s it for today guys!! Don’t get caught up on trends that box you in and silences your own personal styling choices.  And whatever you choose don’t forget to always stay and slay on a budget!! *Waves*

What I Wore:

Pastille Skirt: $5 @Value Village
New Directions Shirt: $2 @PAT
Corduroy Flats: $3@Goodwill
Vintage Tote Bag: $5@Goodwill

October 18, 2017 SanaSakinah 4 comments

Have you ever worn something and in hindsight thought to yourself, “I wish I would’ve done something differently”?? Well, the chances are we have all had those moments a time or two in our wardrobe histories where we second guessed our styling choices. Maybe you would’ve worn a different type of shoe, handbag or an accent color. Maybe you would’ve changed the jewelry up just a bit or deleted it altogether. Maybe you would’ve made some simple changes or slight adjustments pulling your outfit together to make an even stronger statement and more polished look. Today I chose to talk about an outfit worn some time ago that I had planned to blog about. However, I changed my mind at that particular time due to just this scenario lol. It’s funny how looking at actual pictures can really give you more clarity and insight on your outfit. Matter of fact, I would suggest taking pics when trying to decide how to style an outfit altogether beforehand. It really can help with deciding how to edit!! Hmmmm…I wonder if you could guess what I would change here???

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For this particular look I chose this cute turquoise and white chevron printed shirt dress by Everly. This is a very simple and chic mod like shift dress so it’s absolutely comfortable and very accommodating. I think this style works well with all body types, shapes and sizes. I love simple shapes with bold prints and patterns so I think the more vibrant chevron stripes works perfectly with the modest structure.

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Shift dresses are great for pairing with a bottom so I chose to pair this one with some red bootleg  Editor Express pants. First off, I absolutely love these pants!! I love the fit and flare in a pair of dress pants and these have to be my one of my favorite pair I own right now. The bright cherry red color along with the ease and drama of a wider leg makes these a classic staple. I thought the red color was a great complement with my chevron striped shirt dress.

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I chose to wear a royal blue cardigan to pair alongside my shirt dress. I really wanted to stick to a colorful theme so I thought royal blue worked nicely with my other colors and gave my outfit that extra pop of color that shakes the entire outfit up.

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For my shoes I went with these simple and classy suede Jessica Simpson heelss in turquoise. 

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Now as far as my bag goes, what had happened was…lol. Ok so I really do love this bag. It’s actually a makeup bag by Estée Lauder that I bought to wear as a handbag. I love the whimsical lunch box look of this hand bag along with the little briefcase like handle. I thought the two toned red patent leather look of the bag alongside the gold zipper and hardware was really chic. With all that being said, this is the one part I would’ve edited. I thought my outfit already had enough red in it and the bag especially being so big took away from it just a bit. In hindsight I would’ve went with a different pop of color altogether or maybe even a nice print.

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Last but not least I went with a cherry red jersey knit hijab and my beaded turquoise earrings to finish off my look. 

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Despite my one objection I actually liked the way my outfit came together and that’s why I decided to post about it anyway (lol). But if there’s one vital thing I learned with this outfit it was, “Don’t forget to edit!”. And taking pics beforehand can help enormously…Note to self!! Welp, until next time you guys…don’t forget to stay and slay on a budget!! *Waves*.

What I Wore:

Chevron Shirt Dress: $6 @Goodwill
Express Pants: $6 @Goodwill
Blue Cardigan: $5 @Goodwill
Jessica Simpson Pumps: $20 @BCF
Estée Lauder Bag: $3 @Goodwill

October 11, 2017 SanaSakinah No comments exist

So Summer has come and gone ushering in the Fall season which normally welcomes all the extra layers, cozy sweaters, funky jackets, and ankle booties but somehow the weather hasn’t quite gotten the memo yet (lol). If you’re one of many experiencing unusually higher temps this autumn there’s a chance you are still experiencing some kind of summer vibes . I personally being one of those haven’t totally tossed all my sandals to the side just yet. My toes and I are still soaking up this beautiful warmer weather and sunshine while it lasts (wink). But in the spirit of getting ready for the weather shift I began to scan my closet for my fall attire and happened to discover a denim skirt thrifted some years ago that I had never worn. .
When I tried on this skirt I was actually shocked it had sat in my closet practically untouched. I love the mix of the trumpet style shape and patchwork denim along with the smallest ruffle at the very bottom. I know it’s corny but it’s the smallest of details in clothing that sometimes excite me the most(lol). I love that little extra something that wakes the entire piece up!! Besides that,  trumpet skirts are always pretty flattering and have a nice feminine flair so I loved the edginess of denim alongside it.  I really can’t believe I didn’t wear this sooner. It’s amazing what gets lost and overlooked  in our closet sometimes!!

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Keeping my outfit simple while adding splashes of color I chose this beautifully mix printed red, blue and creme Old Navy top I recently purchased.

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Choosing to keep the rest of the look neutral I wore a pair of adorable camel and gold embellished sandals along with my creme and camel handbag. I love the embellishment on these sandals…feels like wearing jewelry on your toes!!..
Last but not least I wore a navy blue jersey hijab along with my long tear drop faux ivory earrings. 

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*Sidenote* Can we please have a moment of silence for one of my longest running and favorite pair of earrings though? I actually lost one this past weekend and it is just now hitting me (tears). I really have to find another replacement because I absolutely adored these earrings!! I love how simple and elegant these are. I believe I purchased these from a street vendor in Brooklyn awhile back so I can’t just repurchase them but I’ll definitely be on the lookout for another pair or something similar somewhere else soon. Ok…rant over (lol).
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Welp, I tried to keep this post short and simple along with my look. It looks like I semi accomplished that (lol). Anyways, I Hope you guys are enjoying your Fall so far, whether warm or cool.  Until next time…don’t forget to stay and slay on a budget!!! (Waves)

 

What I Wore:

Shirt: $2 @PAT

Denim Skirt: $5 @Goodwill

Sandals: $2 @Value Village

Handbag: 50. @PAT Outlet

October 4, 2017 SanaSakinah No comments exist
Clothing often imitates art in the search and need for self expression through fashion. Like an architect who designs and concocts the most intricate of structures or an artist who plays with both shading and white space on canvas to craft their masterpieces we all tell a story artistically. Through structure, fabric, colors and movement our garments speak for us without us ever truly saying a word. Therein lies the power of fashion. To be silent yet to still be heard and listened to is without question the ultimate strength in one’s command of their own personal style. For this particular look I chose pieces that shouted art with this beautiful wrap dress being my focal point.
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I spotted this beautiful June & Hudson wrap dress just recently on one of my last thrifting hauls and it immediately caught my attention because of the eye catching colors. It reminded me of a watercolor painting with the different shades of turquoise, teals, lilacs, pinks and fuchsia. I loved how all the colors blended and faded into one another like the perfect tie dye and created this gorgeous pattern of abstract flowers. It truly reminded me of a piece of artwork. Besides the striking color, I loved the fact that it was a wrap dress. Wrap dresses are so softly feminine they truly have a nice elegant grace about themselves. The movement and fluidity of this dress from the open front skirt to its flutter sleeves just creates that subtle romantic type of feel.
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I wore a pair of dark blue indigo straight legged GAP jeans to play the background along with the dress and as a nice contrast to the soft vibrant colors. I also wanted the dress to be the main focal point and do all the talking. My jeans were just there because the dress is open in the front (lol). However, I love the mix of soft and hard in a really pretty flowy feminine dress or top with jeans. This combo always works nicely in my book.
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I decided these hot pink linen pumps by Charles David worked nicely by picking up the hints of pink in my dress. I love these heels in particular because they are surprisingly comfortable and I just love the textured fabric of the shoe. I’ve had these for quite some time and they always come in handy when pink is in order.
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For my bag I went with this simple fuschia colored Jennifer Moore envelope clutch with a tad of gold trim. Honestly when in need of a handbag you can never go wrong with a simple envelope clutch. They come in so many different  colors, styles and sizes making them a great way to accessorize your outfit. Of course for this outfit I wanted to stick with a more solid color because my dress was already rather busy (lol).
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Last but not least I decided to layer up my hijab in two tones, white and turquoise. Therefore I used two jersey hijabs. For this style I actually wrapped the biggest white one first as the underpiece and used the two hanging sides to drape in the front and the back  alongside the smaller turquoise one. This worked out better for me since the turquoise wasn’t as long as I usually liked while adding a bit more color and drama. Not too much but just enough to make it a little different (lol). I also loved these fuschia and pink earrings alongside my hijab and outfit. I thought they complemented them perfectly!!
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Overall, I loved the way this look all came together. The colors were so artsy and cheerfully invigorating. Definitely one of my favorites!! 
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Welp, I hope you guys enjoyed this look of mine. Don’t forget to keep staying and slaying on a budget!!! *Waves*

What I Wore:

June & Hudson Wrap dress: $4 @Value Village
Gap jeans: $6 @Goodwill
Charles David pumps: $20 @BCF
Jennifer Moore clutch: $1.50 @Value Village
September 27, 2017 SanaSakinah 4 comments

Clothes come and go as seasons pass and fade away. Fashion trends evolve with the changing of times only to come back around in another decade or so.  Although there are some fashion trends we’d like to burn to complete utter ashes, lock away in a time capsule and sink into the darkest deepest abyss of the ocean where no one can rediscover (lol), there are some we absolutely adore no matter how much times goes by. These are the pieces of fashion that are absolutely timeless and will always be here to stay for eternity. They carry and preserve our history like old black and white photographs, evoke memories like old school songs and carry meaning like quotes from our favorite authors. These are the pieces that define us in some way, shape and especially fashion. 

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For this particular look I chose one of my oldest pieces of clothing I have in my closet to date which is a vintage Pomare Hawaiian dress. If you haven’t guessed by now after that entirely long monolgue that this dress is one of my most treasured and cherished pieces you have not been paying attention (lol). I bought this dress around 12 years ago on eBay and it has been a delight to wear throughout the years. 

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At first sight this dress isn’t very flattering being shaped very much like a Mu Mu and potato sack (lol). Nonetheless with a couple of simple adjustments I made it work  by tying the shoulder straps in the front around the neck like a halter top and then taking the two straps in the back and tying them around my waist. 

This simple fix totally transformed the dress making it more flattering by giving it more of an empire waistline. I love the simple cool cotton fabric of the dress along with the beautiful hibiscus flower pattern decorating it which screams caribbean vacation/ cruise ready. The long mermaid ruffle at the bottom is a nice little addition for that extra feminine flair and flow. The long floor length of this dress gives it that gliding on the ground as you walk sort of drama which I absolutely love lol.This dress has such a beautiful comfort and elegance about it and is always a summertime favorite of mine.

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For my cover up I chose this cropped khaki cargo jacket I thought complemented the brown dress with ivory flowers perfectly. I like that it is both simple and neutral in color with a little bit of an edge in it’s design. It’s also is a nice contrast alongside my more feminine dress.

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I chose these beautiful brown fringed sandals by Christian Siriano for my shoes. You guys won’t believe how much I paid for these!! (check down below) I absolutely love these sandals. They are surprisingly pretty comfortable and I love the fringe adorned on each of the three straps.  I think they paired very nicely with my look.

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I went with this simple woven tweed style handbag with braided/ woven leather round handles to stick with my natural/neutral color scheme. I thought the cool casual summertime feel of it worked well with my dress. 

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Last but not least I chose a beige jersey hijab and wore a pair of my refashioned earrings out of my old handbag. I thought they matched my outfit perfectly.

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Welp, that’s it for today! I hope you enjoyed this post on one of my favorite pieces. Hmmmm…I wonder what treasured goodies you all have in your closets that you think are timeless too?? Until next time you guys…don’t forget to stay and slay on a budget!!! *Waves*

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What I Wore:

Pomare Hawaiian Dress:  $15 @eBay   
Beige Crop Jacket: $5 @Goodwill
Christian Siriano Fringe Sandals: $2 @PAT
Tweed Handbag: .50 @PAT

September 21, 2017 SanaSakinah No comments exist

Why sacrifice fashion for comfort if you don’t have to? Being comfortable doesn’t always necessarily mean wearing sneakers, sweats, and t-shirts. And fashion isn’t always about wearing the snuggest/ stuffiest clothing with the highest of killer heels although we do love a good pair of killer heels at times lol. Comfort in clothing is especially all about how we relate to fabric and style in our everyday lives. For me being comfortable is essential when choosing my outfits for any occasion. This look is all about capturing that laid back business casual feel with that weekend flow appeal.

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For this look I chose this simple yet stylish navy blue and creme chevron striped shirt dress. I  love the shape of this dress with just a basic adjustable drawstring at the waist. This small element is totally great for accommodating various sizes and can be very forgiving in the waistline. And we all could use a little forgiveness in that area every now and again. I know I can lol !! I love the funky chevron stripes in this piece that jazz and play up the simple dress rather nicely. The soft and silky wrinkle resistant fabric makes this dress extremely comfortable and always photo ready.

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Of course, going along with my business casual weekend flow look, I decided to dress my shirt dress down with a pair of dark blue denim jeans by Zara Woman. I decided on darker wash blue for the bottom of this look to contrast against the lighter creme color within my top and throughout the rest of my outfit. I thought these particular jeans were a perfect fit.

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For my shoes I decided to go with these cute linen and leather espadrille lace up wedges by J. Crew. I absolutely love the look of these wedges!! I love the contrast of the navy  blue trim and lining against the creme linen. The ribbon ankle laces with the touch of leather tips are simply adorable. I thought these worked perfectly into my outfit!!

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I chose this Estée Lauder tote bag to complement my look as well. I love how simple this bag is with just a touch of the navy blue stitching up the sides along with the thin handle straps. Again I stuck with the basic navy blue and creme color scheme.  As someone who loves color I typically try to mix colors into my outfits to brighten them up. However, I felt the two tone color scheme worked well alone due to the how all my pieces intertwined the two colors in their own unique and separate ways.

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Last but not least, I chose a navy blue jersey hijab along with some cute creme pearl and gold accessories to finish off my entire look. I thought my jewelry worked really well in keeping the overall look of my outfit clean and simple.

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I really like the way my overall look came altogether. It has all the elements of business casual along with that weekend comfort and flair I so often try to capture. I  just wish I thought twice first before I sat on those friggin train tracks though…not my brightest moment!! *face palm* lol

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Welp…Until next time you guys!! Don’t forget to keep staying and slaying on a budget!! *Waves*

 

What I Wore:

Shirt Dress: $6 @Goodwill

Zara Woman Jeans: $6 @Goodwill

J. Crew Espadrilles: $6 @Goowill

Estee Lauder Tote bag: $2 @Value Village

August 25, 2017 SanaSakinah No comments exist

So I’m stretched out reclining back and relaxing on a beach somewhere off the coast of Africa, or maybe on the deck of a yacht in the middle of the ocean catching all the warmth of the sun’s rays as the sprinkles of water gently caress and cool my face. The mix of cool refreshing mists along with the sun’s warm embrace while listening to the sounds of the ocean cradles me into the deepest and most peaceful of slumbers. Of course this is just me wishfully thinking and picturing it all in my head…Duh lol. But a girl can dream and it’s only right I’m cute and comfortable for the special occasion…right??

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Well this outfit is all about capturing that carefree resort wear kind of vibe where you leave all your worries behind and just enjoy the moments of pure tranquility. Nothing says carefree like a free flowing jumper that captures and releases the winds, moves with the grace and beauty of a dress but exudes all the confidence and flexibility of a pant. For this look I chose this fiery burnt orange number that was thrifted new with tags, might I add lol. I love this bold earth tone color because it contains both the warmth of a brown as well as the energy and spirit of a red.

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The jumper is very comfortable and strapless donning the most darling double ruffles along the top of it adding just a touch of quaint femininity. I love how simply relaxed and easy the fit is with just a high elastic waist and wide leg pants. The cotton gauze material from which it is constructed makes it extremely lightweight, breathable and absorbent making it a great staple piece for any summer wardrobe. 

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The pockets are also a nice touch and a great added bonus on this piece. Don’t you just love the presence of pockets sometimes? I mean, you may not use them for anything else other than your hands or freeing your hands up at times but Hey, that’s what we need them for!! My hands and I are always apppreciative for a garment with pockets lol!!

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I decided to pair the jumper with this African printed long batwing style cardigan I bought on clearance last summer. I love the contrast of the basic black and white color with the intricate mixed pattern designs to pair alongside the brighter jumper. I thought the roomy and relaxed batwing style worked well with my overall easy and free flowing resort wear look.

 

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For my shoes I went with these African style printed peep toe heels I bought from Payless…Yes, I said Payless lol!!! I bought these a couple of summers back also on clearance and I just absolutely fell in love with them the moment I saw them!! I simply adore the printed fabric along with the wooden cork heel and how extremely comfortable these are. I thought these were a perfect addition to my outfit also giving off that nice contrast against my jumper as well.

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I decided to pair my outfit with my thrifted vintage Lady Pride tote handbag just to add another nice pop of color. I thought the emerald green was just a nice touch alongside the burnt orange and it didn’t hurt that there was a pop of the exact same orange on the handle of the bag as well. I love the snakeskin print on the bag with this outfit because it adds even more depth to the overall look.

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Last but not least I paired the look with this mustard yellow jersey hijab. Why? Because it just worked OH soooo perfectly lol!!! No but really, can you think of another hijab color that would’ve pulled this outfit together any better?? I thought the mustard yellow looked amazing beside the burnt orange and further heightened the overall look. I added some touches of African jewelry like a cuff and earrings as well as some bangles I made out of kente fabric last year. I loved how everything came together in this outfit with the play on of prints and mix of colors. I would totally pack this look away for an exotic vacation or a caribbean cruise!!

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Welp, I hope you all enjoyed this fantasy resort/ vacation look of mine and I pray I can turn that fantasy into a reality soon lol. Until next time you guys…don’t forget to stay and slay on a budget!!! *waves*

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What I Wore:

Jumper: $6 @Park  Avenue Thrift
Cardigan: $3 @Shoppers World
Peep Toe heels: $12 @Payless
Vintage Tote Bag: $5 @Goodwill

August 12, 2017 SanaSakinah No comments exist

What’s a better outfit to spend time in by the water on a beautiful breezy summer day other than an easy free flowing maxi sundress? While visiting back home in Baltimore this summer I’ve spent many of days down by the Inner Harbor enjoying the scenery by the water. On this particular day I chose to wear one of my recently thrifted purchases and she is most definitely one of my favorite maxi dress purchases to date!!

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I can not explain enough how girlish and delightful this dress makes me feel. The shape and movement of this dress exudes such finesse and feminine mystique!! The breathable cotton fabric makes it flow so organically and effortlessly with the breeze. It’s something so beautiful about a full floor length dress that just falls and moves so gracefully telling it’s own story as you walk that even the clumsiest person with the wobbliest of walks would appear as if they were gliding across the floor lol. The A-line shape and full circle skirt are of course so flattering that it will compliment just about any body type. The two wide panels along the skirt with the quaintest little ruffle at the very hem make this dress simply adorable.  I love the simple yet elegant details in this dress coupled with the rich and colorful red, grey, white and lavender mix of prints.

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Because the pattern of the dress is already bold I decided to pair it with a simple light blue jean jacket as a cover up. I’ve had a number of jean jackets in the past but this one has truly withstood the tests of time earning its spot as a true blue staple in my wardrobe. Jean jackets make great casual coverups for sundresses. I love this one in particular because it is slightly distressed, cropped with blazer-like lapels and has a really feminine shape. I love this style of mixing both elements of a jean jacket along with a blazer. The mix of both edgy and sophisticated is always a great combination in my book and makes for a more eclectic style.

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I chose neutral chestnut colored accessories to play the background for this look and let my dress do the majority of the talking. For my shoes I went with these thrifted leather ankle lace-up wooden sandals by Steve Madden along with my thrifted chestnut leather vintage handbag by Architect for AMC. 

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And of course I threw on my trusty macthing refashioned fringe earrings lol. I love neutral accessories because you can pair them with almost anything without taking away from your central color scheme. Quite Surprisingly, my handbag and earrings have both seen many days of wear, and are two of the cheapest things if not actually thee cheapest things I own. Wait…I take that back. They are most definitely two of the cheapest things I’ve bought to date lol!!! 

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Last but not least I went with a basic white cotton jersey hijab to pick up the hints of white in my dress and to brighten up the overall look. Of course I couldn’t leave out an extra hint of red somewhere else in my outfit *wink* lol.  Therefore, I wore a cherry red matte lip for that extra  pop of color. It’s something I absolutely love about a nice red lip that just totally polishes and completes a total look!!

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Welp until until next time you guys…don’t forget to stay and slay on a budget!!! *Waves*

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What I Wore:

Cotton Maxi Dress: $6 @Goodwill
Jean Jacket: $5 @Goodwill
Steve Madden Sandals: $6 @Goodwill
Vintage Leather Handbag: 25 cents @Park Avenue Thrift
Fringe Earrings:  Refashioned from old thrifted handbag

July 25, 2017 SanaSakinah 7 comments

When it comes to clothes shopping and thrifting there are some clothes that capture your eyes and there are some clothes that totally captivate your heart. Ok it’s a little dramatic and cheesy I know lol but there are truly some pieces of clothing that speak to you moreso than others for sure. When shopping I often come across clothing I like but have one or two things that could’ve used some slight editing. So, I just love when I find the opposite in clothing when every little detail looks as if it was carefully thought out and perfectly executed without doing thee absolute most. This skirt, being my headliner, was of course a perfect example of that.

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You probably have already realized by now that I have a thing for mixed patterns and vibrant colors. Well, this skirt completely embodies both so its no surprise it spoke to me instantly. First off, I love the shape of this bohemian styled full on flared tiered skirt.  The shape of it is very flattering and forgiving in those areas we often need a little more give at times lol.  I simply love the soft and sheer feminine graceful swing of this full skirt. .

The colors and patterns add even further dimension to an already beautifully constructed design. The tiers in the skirt consists of different patterns of florals, stripes and polk-a-dots which I all adore. Mixing patterns can add so much personality to an otherwise boring and mundane piece of clothing. But in this case it added even more fabulousness to an already beautifully made design. The colors were absolutely gorgeous too!! I love the turquoise, corals and pinks along with that one subtle contrast of chocolate brown in one tier. I honestly don’t think I would like the skirt as much without the one tier that stood alone. It adds just the right element of surprise..

Ok enough about the skirt already lol. Because the skirt is so busy and colorful alone I decided to go with this simple cotton gauze top that picked up the hint of corals in the skirt. I like this shirt because it is very lightweight and thin making it perfect for warmer weather..
For my shoes I went with these wide strapped camel block platform heels by Guess. I love a block heel because they give you both the look and height of a heel without all the discomfort nor all the feeling of balancing on stilts lol.  And the fact that they were round toe didn’t hurt either as these were extremely comfortable.

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I decided to go with this two-tone envelope clutch bag. I love the material of this bag because it isn’t your standard leather or fabric clutch. The pink rubber-like material makes it stand out even further alongside the leather. I thought it was really darling and a perfect addition to my entire outfit picking up both the hints of pinks in my skirt as well as the camel in my shoes.

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Last but not least I chose a chocolate brown cotton jersey hijab to offset that one chocolate tier in my skirt. The pair of turquoise and coral beaded chandelier earrings I wore were also purchased thrifting and were the perfect match for my skirt. I just love it when that happens!!!

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 Welp,  Until next time you guys!!  Don’t Pay…Stay and Slay on a Budget!!  *waves*

What I Wore

Good Clothes Skirt: $6 @Value Village
Old Navy Shirt:$2 @Park Avenue Thrift
Guess platform heels: $6 @Goodwill
Daniel Nicole Clutch: $3 @Goodwill
Beaded Chandelier Earrings: $3 (forgot where I purchased)