Jumpsuit Addiction

Sometimes we get addicted to the things that work for us. My addiction for parties lately has been jumpsuits.

I've been invited to many birthday parties this year and my go-to look has always been a jumpsuit! How can something be so classy, yet so sexy at the same time!

For my job holiday party, I didn't want to stray away from classy, but I wanted to get away from my favorite work style of a skirt, blouse and a cute blazer. I literally wear that look everyday with a remix of course. I felt like a jumpsuit would give me the perfect classy look that I was looking for.

I found this outfit on the day of the holiday party for only $18! The perfect look, for the perfect price???? The jumpsuit came with the an amazing neckline which meant I didn't have to search high and low for the perfect necklace!

 

What I Wore:

Jumpsuit Macy's| Bag Aldo| Shoes Lola Shoetique

 

Xoxo,

 

Courtney <3

 

Good Character and Efforless Looks

Happy Monday! 

In my early twenties, I still find myself juggling time. I happen to be the busiest person I know! Even on a day off, I have a day filled with EVERYTHING to do.

One thing I struggled with after staying so busy is: being on time. We all hear the saying that "You are what you do, not what you say you'll do." Sometimes we just don't really understand how deep it actually  goes; you're being dishonest. You said one thing and did another. How can someone take you serious? How can someone rely/depend on you? How can someone trust you? Although our intentions were good, we didn't actually keep our word.

Since I long to stand for good character, I prayed that I could become someone that people could depend on in times of need. I started by going to church on time. Next, I'll demonstrate this change by trying to arrive to work early daily.

I also tried to keep my word with my family. For example, I went to sleep at 4am, woke up at 7am and told others I would meet them by 7:30am yesterday morning. That means I was crunched for time! Not only did I not have my things packed, but I had to drive 15mins away. When I drove onto that parking lot like it was a racetrack around 7:30am, I really shocked myself!

I'm still questioning how I managed to pull off an effortless look, with no sleep and still continuing to keep good character at the same time.

I went for my current go-to favorites: a grey skirt, white button-up blouse and a hat.

 

 

"Commitment means staying loyal to what you said you were going to do long after the mood you said it in has left you."

 

 

What I Wore:

Top New York & Co. | Bottom Target | Hat Express | Shoes Lolashoetique.com | Bag Celine

 

How do you practice staying true to your word??????

 

Xoxo,

 

Courtney :)

From Summer to Fall in Style

Happy Monday!

Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend.

I got to spend it with some of my favorite people. My favorite part of this weekend was going to STK in DC! It was such a beautiful place with great food and drinks! If you know me, you know my real favorite part was picking out something to wear to such a classy atmosphere.

It's no secret that I'm a huge fan of transitioning/maximizing my wardrobe. I will wear any season dress, ANY time! For this look, I transitioned this cute little olive colored dress. I paired a simple dress with my fall season favorites: black boots, a black leather jacket and bold red lips! (Black boots or leather jackets can do wonders on any outfit!)

Sorry in advance, but my favorite way to top off my outfits at the moment is to add a fedora hat! I have hats for dayyyyyyyysss right now! I added an olive and black hat to match the dress and boots.

 

 

"Playing dress-up begins at 5 and never truly ends." 

 

 

I picked up this dress from a mall boutique for only $25!

 

I feel sorry for you if you aren't hip to Jessica Simpson shoes! They are so bomb! Most comfortable shoes EVER!

 

What I Wore:

Jacket BCBG | Hat H&M | Boots Nordstrom/Jesscia Simpson

 

How do you transition from summer to fall in style???

 

XOXO,

 

Courtney

Wear it, Style it, Repeat it: Orange and Cream

I'm Hi Loves, 

Lately, I've been practicing maximizing my work wardrobe, with hopes of saving a little extra cash. Since most of my funds are hanging in my closet, I began wearing, styling and repeating items in a unique way each time. 

If you are in need of inspiration of getting more wear out of your clothes, you've come to the right place! Nothing like a good ole closet diet!

Whenever I wear this orange and cream colorblocked dress, I tend to take long getting dressed....only because so many ideas come to mind for shoes and accessories.

Today I have provided the same outfit, but 3 different ways! For these outfits, the shoes and accessories had to be a "Match-Made-In-Heaven!" I started with the dress, then added shoes, a blazer, and of course, the finishing touches, the accessories.

Look 1:

What I Wore:

Dress Express | Necklace Thrift Store | Shoes Lola Shoetique

 

Look 2:

What I Wore:

Dress Express | Blazer F21| Necklace F21| Belt (came with dress)| Shoes Lola Shoetique

 



 

Look 3:

 



 

What I Wore:

Dress: Express | Blazer F21| Necklace F21| Shoes Zara

How do you closet diet??

xoxo,

Courtney <3

Wear it, Style it, Repeat: Superwoman

Hi loves,

 

On the journey of self-growth, I find reflecting and being 100% real with myself in order to mature to the next level. The more we lie to ourselves, the more we become stuck in that place.

 

Recently, I've put my super powers to rest in order to readjust them. At one point I did so much for EVERYONE else to the point that I didn't have enough energy to take care of myself. I would clean, take this person here, do this, do that, drive 1-2 hours to work, do homework, help others with homework, and then repeat the cycle of no sleep. I wasn't able to take care of me! I was late to work, gained weight, went broke, kept my room C R A Z Y, the list goes on! Superwoman can't properly use her powers if she isn't in good standings herself!

 

The only peace I found came from taking mini vacations. On my last flight, I traveled alone which allowed me to really pay attention with no distractions. After boarding the flight, I heard the flight attendants begin discussing emergency procedures for anyone traveling with a lap child. She said, "if you have a child on your lap, remember to put the oxygen on yourself, THEN the child." A little light went off in my head "ahhhhhhhhhh, makes sense! A lap child won't be able to save two people, while the adult can!" Like the adult, I felt like the only way I could utilize those superpowers to the fullest potential was to take care of ME first, then others!

 

To me, superwoman is constantly evolving, to be the best she can be for herself and others. She knows who she is and the things she's capable of. She makes mistakes, but she learns from them, as they are part of her growth. She thinks like a queen, never afraid to fail. Failure is just a steppingstone to her greatness.

 

I wear this shirt as a reminder...

 

Look 1:

 

 

 

What I wore:

Sunnies F21 | Shirt H&M | Sweats Target | Shoes Converses

 

Look 2:

 

 

*** I cut the slits in my jeans myself***

 

What I Wore:

Shirt H&M | Jeggings Express | Heels Zara

 

Look 3:

 

 

What I Wore:

Shirt H&M | Shorts F21 | Heels Target

 

XOXO,

 

Courtney <3



When Life Gives you Lemons...

Hi Loves,

Today was a very special day for me :)

Ever felt like you met an angel? My angel came to me to teach me a few things.

The biggest lesson she taught me was "When life gives you lemons baby, you make sure you use those lemons to make lemonade!" The ingredients for the best lemonade are: prayer, faith and patience.

That angel showed me that life can throw many things, but with that lemonade, you just pray, have faith and watch God work! For example, I drove her to a special hospital to prepare for an 8-hour surgery. I prayed all the way to work, because I was so nervous. One hour later, she called me to come back or send someone else because they didn't have to do it!

Thank God for a praying woman. That angel, is my favorite person EVER, my gram! Today is her 17th Pastoral Anniversary. Happy Anniversary gram! :)

"Be an angel to someone else whenever you can, as a way of thanking God for the help your angel has given you." 

~Eileen Elias Freeman 

What I wore: 

Top- Target

Skirt-Target
Blazer- Bebe

Necklace- Macy's 

Bag- Louis Vuitton

Shoes- Jessica Simpson

xoxo,

Courtney

Neutral and Bold

Hi Loves,

Happy Friday! Ever had the longest day ever, but still need to get out???? That was soooo me last night! I woke up at 7am, came home at 9:30pm. I managed to get dressed and out of the house by 10:30pm, just to get back home at 2am.

If anyone knows me, they know this is not me at all! Not Courtney getting ready in an hour?

To make this happen, I went for the look that comes natural to me, color-blocking. I wanted neutral tones with a touch of boldness. I wore a blue-green asymmetrical skirt with a soft, salmon color top. To complete the look, I added a neutral bag and kept it simple by making sure my sandals and top matched.  



This season calls for Tory Burch sandals, something I collect every summer!

What I wore:

Top-Kohl's

Skirt- Macy's

Bag- Aldo

Shoes- Tory Burch

Living on the edge

Hi loves,

Last night I did something I don't normally do...I didn't plan my night! For me, that is something that I never do! Sometimes we have to step out of our comfort zone and release some of our fears to take adventures and learn new things.

I must admit that was one of the best nights I've had in a while. That taught me a great lesson: let go of fear! It showed me that when I let go of fear, a new happiness and adventure was right on the other side.

If I was going to "Live life on the edge," why not add edgy pieces to my outfit! My go-to looks are usually sexy and chic. This time I added bold red lips and black high waisted shorts, something I don't usually wear.

Edgy accessories were a must! The leather spiked purse and an edgy ring completed that look.



These trendy target heels also added a part of my go-to style with the edgy look.

What I wore:

Top-Target

Shorts-F21

Ring-Jolie Bijoux

Bag-Aldo

Shoes-Target

Take more adventures, let go of fear, think outside of the box and stop caring what other people think! P.S. take your friends with you on those adventures!

How do you live life on the edge?



Xoxo,

Courtney <3

Just in Case- Gray X Plaid

Hello ladies,

I'm usually having such a hard time separating the work life from home life. I often times find myself dragging my work laptops home (just in case) on a Friday night.

If it's after 5pm, it can wait until the next business day. Sometimes we just need to let it go although we are so use to having control. That work life controls me so much that I'm usually sleep before my gram on a Friday night!

Last Friday, I put that separation anxiety to rest! I called everyone that usually calls me to hang out, but to no avail no one was available :( I decided to throw on something quick (just in case)!

My quick go-to styles lately have been midi dresses. I found one of my favorites at Target!

Took me 15 mins to brush my hair, dress up this dress and find cute shoes! 

The cute shoes were a must since we all know good shoes take us great places! 

And 5 mins later, someone was down to go out. Turns out, those Just in Case outfits come in handy!

 

 

What I wore:

Dress-Target

Shirt-Target

Bag-Target

Shoes-Zara

 

xoxo,

Courtney