17Days of Fashion

I had a great time at the Philadelphia 17daysofFashion kick off event at Aura Nightclub in the Northern Liberity section of Philly. The rooms were filled with supporters & members excited for this extravagant event! There were global and local celebrities, designers, producers, and fashion  Enthuz. An environemtn filled with bright colors, creativity, and passion for moving Art (fashion)....

I rocked a royal blue mock-neck sheer blue dress with tan & white Hogan Rebels that i had purchased while in Roma. I save them for a special occasion, and this was it !

Pretty Tripping...

A friend of mine called me up earlier this week; it seems that she was going on a trip.

“ O, I have nothing to wear. What will I bring, grrrr?!” she started out in frustration. I assured her that she’ll be fine, for her get excited about where she’s going and what she’d like to bring. Then i heard the panic set in her voice, “But its only for the weekend and all I want is a carryon as my luggage!!”

In full panic mode she continued, "Beside a few things in my closet, i don't want to spend a lot of money on this trip."

Here lies the challenge---How can us girls, pack for a weekend. Truly pack for a weekend, still be fashionable, stylish and still feel like yourself; really traveling with you own personal style.

But we can! Here are some simple tips for Pretty Tripping…..

I know my first comment may seem obvious, but when packing—plan! This creates an outline for what to pack, because starting, we know, is half the battle.

So when planning think about the activities, outings, dinner & or parties that you may be attending.

Secondly, think about the size of your luggage, ultimately that will be the determining factor of types of pieces you can pack. In this instance, small pieces work best for carry on.

Lastly, pack smart. Accessories and jeans may have to be recycled; but it’s all for the good of Style & Fashion

First your travel day should be Casual & Comfortable

FriDAY-

• Think comfortable cotton tee ,worn jeans or yoga pants/ leggings
• For the temperature change, it’s always a good idea to bring something to cover up
• Fitted sports coat (solid color) or long scarf (multicolor)

TIP: Think Bring and vibrant colors when traveling! You want to be noticed as you strut to your gate...

• Again think practical and comfortable for your shoes. Think sturdy comfortable flat sandals or ballerina slippers (black with studs or complimentary bright color).

TIP: Weekend trips, especially in this instance, are typically hasty tips; so you want to be able to move through the airport with much ease.

Also these shoes are easy to slip in and out of for security.

• Keep you accessories to a minimum-depending on direct/connecting flight, again you want pass through security to without tangling up your jewelry or the other patrons behind you.

TIP: Select small studs, a signature neck piece or a cuff bracelet/watch.

This was just the start of some things she could

pack for her trip. …

Selected items are from Forever21, where you can find reason priced pieces at a good deal. This is great option for casual & comfortable start to a (her) weekend tip.

Having Nothing to Wear ...

I am a lil of everything i wear ...

In the years I was blessed to grace this earth, I was always asked for my 2 cents on what to wear , what goes with this, what goes with that, where can I wear this, how does this look, to finally “I have nothing to wear, what’s in your closet….". And because I enjoy clothes, fashion and style oh soo very much; helping out wasn't much of a stretch for me. 

 The humor in this all, would be when friends would rumble through my closet saying, “what do you have to wear?” And as they browsed by garment after garment, I was tickled by the look of disbelief on their faces.  To them, My closet was one of a Schizophrenia Fashionaista; but it worked. It works for me! Then BANNG! It hit me. If everyone understood their own style and fashion sense, they would be comfortable in whatever they chose to adorn themself in. Whether its for that a day, week or even a season; there nothing like being comfortable in your own threads (skin).

Everyone’s style is who they are! So, once you understand Style is a compliment  to your attitude, your confidence, and your Being; and it is about pleasing yourself, and no one else.  You will love everything you put on...

Fashion is trendy, clothes are accessible, but it’s the person that makes it their STYLE!

What I LOVE about the beauty of clothes is the sense of freedom it gives you. Getting dressed for me is like the finale wardrobe fitting for the theater that I call my Life...and "I am ready for my close up Mr. Director."  The beauty of clothes is that it allows you to transform and transcend part of who you are, as if creating a mosaic of your Life’s Style. 

Nothing to Wear is a forum that provides style tips, commentary, ideas about trends fads, fashion faux pas, suggestion on local deals  and lifestyle ideas. 

This blog allows all Fashionaistas to support and express what is important when building and embracing personal style. This forum aims to build a community that communicates the idea that having a sense of style is being comfortable with You !

I hope this is helpful to others, since almost every day..just like you, I've utter the words “I have Nothing to Wear!”