Birthday Celebration Recap: Brunch, Tattoos, and The Best Man Holiday

I had the opportunity to celebrate my birthday on Sunday, November 17, 2013.  Honestly, I can’t remember the last time I had a dull birthday.  From my 30th birthday party at Pazo Lounge to the year we had champagne and cake with friends, my birthday has been a day to remember for a long time.  So this year was no exception and we charged into the day with full force!

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Everyone knows that I love a good brunch and since my special day was on Sunday, having a delicious brunch was the perfect start to my day.  We ate at Miss Shirly’s Cafe because this is my favorite brunch spot in the Inner Harbor.  The menu at Miss Shirly’s has a southern flair and has become a new tradition in our family (we also eat there on Christmas Eve.)  I ordered a “Miss Mimosa” to drink along with a Maryland Omelet and Apple – Smoked Bacon on the side. 

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white peplum blouse from shop.stylelifefashion.com | black pumps are christian louboutin | fur vest from local boutique | sunglasses gucci

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From there we left Miss Shirly’s Cafe and I decided to face my fear of needles by getting a butterfly tattoo on my upper back.  I wanted something attractive that will show off my shoulders during the summer months. We decided to have it done at The Baltimore Tattoo Museum which is a very artistic, cool place.  I channeled my inner strength and survived my first (and last) tattoo.  I will share photos once the “butterfly” has healed.

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walking around  and admiring the art at The Baltimore Tattoo Museum

After laughing and exchanging stories, the adventure continued with us having Margarita’s at a local Mexican restaurant.  I love Mexican cuisine, so it was the perfect place to grab a quick dinner.

The evening ended with us watching The Best Man Holiday which is one of our favorite movies (amongst our friends.) We have watched the first movie a million times, so we were very excited to view the sequel.  The Best Man Holiday delivered everything that I had anticipated!  The plot was rich with drama, characters reminded me of old friends, and the setting was absolutely beautiful.

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Honestly, I’ve had really great birthday celebrations but this year was EPIC!  I can’t imagine what we will do next year…maybe ride a motorcycle across the country or something!

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Bobo House French Inspired Basics: SS14 Press Days at SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

Bobo House is holding SS14 Press Days next Wednesday, November 13th, at FIFTY TWO SHOWROOM 52 Walker Street, New York 10013 from 9am – 6:00pm.

The super-soft, French inspired, basics are now available at SAKS FIFTH AVENUE.

Behind the Paris-By-Way-of-L.A. inspired brand of BOBO HOUSE is the creative vision of born and bred Parisian, Eloise Lapidus, daughter of famed couturier, Ted Lapidus. Designed and produced in Los Angeles, Bobo House brings together the classic, sexy undone quality in the way Parisian women dress and the certain easy bohemian appeal of the California girl.

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Hair Tips for The Holiday: The Braided Bun Blend from Boston Salon Owner

Mario Russo, owner & lead stylist of Salon Mario Russo in Boston just shared with us some good news for braid and bun lovers: they no longer have to choose between the two! For those preparing for holiday parties, a high school reunion or even a girl’s night out, it’s time to cue the braid bun blend.

With the popularity of the fishtail braid and sock bun, it is no secret that braids and buns are enjoying the spotlight in the hair world; but trust us, the star power is even stronger when you combine the two styles. Oh and did we mention it’s a side bun? Nothing says classy and fabulous like a side bun! To help you achieve the perfect balance between the two, Mario Russo has compiled step-by-step instructions for this new look for your locks.

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How to Create the Braid Bun Blend

Step 1: Begin by blow-drying wet hair to its smoothest state by utilizing a boar bristle brush. For added volume, we recommend using Bumble & Bumble Thickening Hairspray.

Step 2: Part hair slightly off to the side and begin to French braid the hair starting from the temple of the side with less hair. Continue to braid hair all the way around your head until you reach the spot just beneath the ear on the other side. Once you have reached this point, tie the end of the braid with a clear elastic.

Step 3: Take the side of the hair that has not yet been braided, and use a curling iron to curl the hair away from the face. Make sure to keep these curls loose so they look wavy, and beachy. For even more texture on this side, we recommend using Oribe Texturizing Spray.

Step 4: Take a few random pieces from the curled side and form a loose twist over the ear. This is the ear that’s opposite the side of the head where you started your braid.

Step 5: Begin to twist the curled side of your hair and the end of the braid around each other to form a very loose side bun. Secure with bobby pins.

Step 6: The look should be very whimsical and loosely secured. Fasten your bun with bobby pins and finish with shine hairspray like MoroccanOil Luminous Hairspray.

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Kardashian Kollection for Lipsy Launches In Stores and Online

The new Kardashian Kollection for Lipsy launches today with the reality stars as the featured models.

Designs for the collection show case the individual style of each Kardashian.  Per visiting the site, Kourtney’s personal style is considered to be electic, Kim’s style is more glam elegance, while Khloe has more edge with a rock chic look.  With their styles being so diverse, this lead to the inspiration behind the collection.

From clothing, dresses, shoes and accessories the Kardashian Kollection appears to be fun, stylish, and affordable.

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Winter Clothing Guide: Guest Post from Danielle Ward {MUST READ}

Winters are perfect for letting the flavors of fashion flow. However, the cold could force you to shut the creativity out to ensure that you stay warm enough. Thankfully, you have this quick guide to awesome winter clothing.

Long jackets with jeans – You could have easily guessed it. No guide on winter clothing can afford to leave out this time tested and future proof style. If you are not particularly impressed with the fact that your envious curves get hidden because of the long jacket, then try leaving the front of the jacket open and using a string belt to let great shapes and curves dazzle everybody.

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Short jacket with long boots to stay and look hot in winters – This is a timeless combination. Short jackets will never be out of fashion, and if you could throw in a bit of smart formals, you are in for a killer look this winter. A snug formal trouser that matches your short jacket would definitely make you stand apart from the routine dressers. Not only is such a style easy to carry off, it will also let you wear your style statements to work every day, without attracting raised eyebrows.

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Trend it up with trench coats – The trendy uptown girl who always seems to get all the boys’ attention knows how to match things up in the winters. It’s time you learned some tricks and hit the hot charts of all the guys in the neighborhood and college. Not only will your trench coat give you more height, it will also lend elegance to your personality. Grab a cool scarf from a trendy online apparel store and wrap it around your neck with its ends dropping on the bosom of the coat. Then, your shiny shoes will seal the deal and give you the smart and stylish look you always craved for. Not to mention, the trench coat keep the cold away!

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Tees and hoodies – If jackets and coats are not for you, then you can take the layering route to winter dressing. Get a plain colored top and layer a deep neck tee over it. Then, grab a hoodie and leave it half unzipped. Not only will you keep the cold away, but also will enjoy light clothing as compared to the heavy jackets that can sometimes weight you down. You’ll have many trendy hoodies up for grab at online fashion destinations like Milanoo.

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Accessorize yourself up – Yes, you could put up a remarkable different outlook every day of the week if you know how to play it smart with your accessories. Even if you have just your heavy grey coat to provide you the warmth you need while having fun outdoors with your pals, then also your accessories will save the day for you. Depend on big and bright handbags to give you a new shade every day. Then, there are so many great colors in which you can find some awesome winter boots. With different bags and boots combining to lend you newer colors every day, your winters will be warm and stylish, and that’s what you want!

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Boston Fashion Week: The Emerging Trends 2013 Fashion Show

Boston Fashion Week took place on October 4 – 5, 2013 at The Boston Center for Arts.  According to the site, “The Emerging Trends 2013, a unique fashion event committed to advancing the fashion industry’s exceptional emerging designers, will be held in Boston, MA on Oct 4-5th, 2013. This event is a dedicated effort to aid the Boston fashion community in developing its reputation known for innovation and creativity.”

Some of the sponsors for the show included Red Bull, Marc Jacobs, American Express, and Pearl Vodka.  The purpose of the (SYNERGY) event was to showcase promising designers to an upscale audience.  Enjoy images of the show below, taken by Carven Boursiquot Photography.

 

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To view more photos click on The Emerging Trends 6th Annual Fashion Show

Spice Up Your Wardrobe: Lace Leggings on Shop.StyleLifeFashion.com

It’s time to spice up with your wardrobe, we have new merchandise on shop.stylelifefashion.com! Below you will find style inspiration for wearing one of Fall’s hottest trends…Lace Leggings.

You’re probably asking yourself, “how do I wear lace leggings?”  Well, there’s several options for those “daring” fashion girls:

1.   Remember that lace leggings are not pants.  They should be worn with an oversized top or sweater.

2.  If you’re seeking to place emphasis on the print, wear with a pair of knee high boots.

3.  Lace leggings look fashionable under a skirt or even with denim shorts.

4.  Most importantly, don’t forget to let the print speak for itself.  Pair with an item that’s not taking away from the design!

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From the Office to Happy Hour: Transitioning to a Professional Wardrobe Tips

Building a professional wardrobe that’s affordable and timeless can be a difficult task but purchasing the right pieces can also be an investment.

Very often, your career will dictate a variety of social affairs such as attending an office meeting, company picnic, or even a happy hour.

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To help us transition from the desk to a night out with our colleagues, I’ve provided a few dress options below for inspiration. The options shown take into consideration an individual’s personal style, figure type, and office setting.

Most importantly, one suggestion that I always recommend (to those seeking to build a professional wardrobe) is to shop a variety of brands that will help pull together the right professional wardrobe.

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1. Pencil Skirt, Clutch Bag, and Stud Earrings

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2. Peplum Top, Stilleto Pumps, Pearl Necklace

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3. Large Cuff Bracelet, Leather Dress, and Red Black Lipstick
 

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4. Nude Nail Polish, Hoop Earrings, Tux Blazer

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Wearing my TWO 7 SEL Tshirt and Supporting the Speed Hustle Brand

Two months ago I received a tshirt from my cousin in law’s (Chico) entertainment brand Speed Hustle.  The shirts from his brand are edgey and speak directly to the hearts of all that are on their “daily hustle.”

The phrase “being on your daily hustle” can refer to anyone who’s motivated and inspired by what they do professionally. From a sales associate working in a local retail store or CEO of a technology company, we are all on our Speed Hustle.

I decided to style my TWO 7 SEL (which is a representation of Selma, Alabama) tshirt with a pair of thrifted denim shorts, fishnet tights, and black lace – up booties.  The make up for this photo was a smokey eye and black cherry lipstick.  This was a fun look for me and look forward to more tshirt designs from his brand.

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