Thrifted, Gifted, and Borrowed

So I'm getting my Diva back, especially with the new hair and larger boobs, lol. I'm still not displayng my stomach proudly, like I should be. It's taking some getting used to. Someone told me to pose like this to hide it. I think it just makes me look like I have a bad back. You probably can't tell by this picture, but I actually lost 15 lbs. But I think it all went to my chest. This top and cardigan was thrifted from The Second Debut Goodwill store in Carytown Richmond. I got both of them for $5 each. Their sales are amazing.  

This is a ring that Boonie bought for me. Now don't trip, it was only $1.99 (really), but what it symbolizes is that nocturnal spirit of the owl, watching over the night. It was deep when he gave it to me, so don't laugh. I love it a lot and can you believe it hasn't turned on me yet!

My doctor would kick my ass if she knew I was still wearing heels while I'm pregnant. Under strict orders she asked me to stick to flats, but that lady doesn't know me like that. So every once in a while, I will sneak and wear my heels. I'm bad, I know. Boonie bought me these as well last year, said he wanted to see me in some tall boots. The man got what he wanted!

I love taking his stuff and making it look good on me! I don't own a watch, that will be changing soon. I always wanted one, but it never seemed practical. I never look at the watch and secretly... I can't tell time on analog watches, LOL. I can only read it if the time is like 12:00, 12:30, 5:00, 5:30, etc. Anyway, so what! I live in the year 2012 and everything is digital. I have a cell phone, and that's my excuse. Damn, ya'll are so mean!

Between being nauseous, tired, cranky, hungry, and horny.... I can't think straight. However, the gaol is to inspire you that through all that, You still can feel good inside and out... or at least look good while you feel like crap on the inside. Watch me as I grow and complain dolls. It's about to be a bumpy ride. xoxo

New Year & New View

So it's finally 2012! Thank God, the year has begun again, now everyone has a chance to change from the asshole they were before, to an even better and smarter one today. I'm just kidding ;-P

This year I'm going back to my un-be-weavable style. I'm trying to retain as much heat as possible. Being natural and bald was cute, fun, and empowering but my pregnant behind is cold now! So, I'm still repping for #teamnatural, I'm just doing it under all this hair at the moment. Don't want to get sick and I'm not a dedicated hat wearer.

As you can see I'm rocking the cobalt blue leather retro jacket from my first haul video on New Years Eve. I even played in the blue eyeshadow and pink lipstick, too. I'm such a freakin lady! I got so many compliments on it at church and my friend's party that I forgot to take more pictures. Does that even make sense? I'm really just trying to hide my preggo belly, but I'll leave you with that excuse. LOL

I must admit that I wasn't posting as much as I should have because I was sick (first trimester sucks), depressed, and tired as hell, which is not your problem. So to avoid filling the Internet with even more emo post, like those annoying chicks complaining about their deadbeat boyfriends, I just remained silent. It's better to deal with your ish, versus annoying everyone and never coming up with a solution. Either way, I'm back and getting much better. I'm excited about this New Year and can't wait to get into more stuff that will inspire and motivate.

So until next time, keep rocking out with your cocks out ( I just heard that on TV, thought I give it a try... Hmmm, not so much.) Love you dolls xoxo

DIY - Custom T-shirt Scarf w/ Beads and Shells

#1 - Get an old t-shirt (preferably one in a color you like), some old or broken costume jewelry and a ribbon. I used an old beaded necklace with a shell pendant to make my t-shirt scarf more natural and tribal styled. No need to iron the shirt, it's not that serious. LOL

#2 - Cut the sleeves off the shirt without disturbing the bottom half. Just cut straight across the chest. I chose to keep the designs in the middle to add to the style of the scarf.

#3 - Also cut along the bottom where the seams close up on the ends.

#4 - From one side of the t-shirt begin cutting towards the other end, without going all the way. Cut thin strips (but not too thin or the t-shirt will rip after the next step) Cut straight lines if possible so that each strip is even in width. Do not cut all the way there should be less than an inch left on the other end.

#5 - The t-shirt should look like this once all the shirt has been cut into thin strips. Notice at the top there is still a small area where the t-shirt was not cut all the way. This will be your base.

 #6 - Pull each strip gently but far to stretch out the material. Once the material has been stretched, it will give a rolling effect turning each strip into a thin rope like string. Do this to each strip, being careful not to rip and strings. Gather the loops together at the base ( the portion of the t-shirt you did not cut) and it should look like this.

#7 - Add your ribbon to the base to cover up the material. You can add beaded necklaces and shells to it as well, like I did. This can be worn as a necklace with a plain t-shirt or used as a stylish and unique scarf. You can double it around your neck for a bib necklace look or let it hang low, like a chain necklace. I got many compliments about this piece, and I love it. You can use any style t-shirt. Of course the bigger the shirt, the bigger your t-shirt scarf will be. Just go nuts. Next time I will use a sweater to see if I get the same effect.








Thanks and later dolls.... "F" your Style!

My Thanksgiving Animal Style & Unknown Gift

So on Thanksgiving, I decided to go along with the animal print trend and thrift a cheetah print dress from Goodwill Second Debut in carytown. I got the dress for $7, and it wasn't even on sale. I also bought this fabulous belt That i turned into a bib necklace for only $5. Can you believe this was a belt? OMG! I added a gold tone two finger ring I got for only $1.99 and my gold tone cuff that I bought for $2.50. The earrings were from the haul video I did for Diversity Thrift a couple of weeks ago and they only cost $0.50. I finished the look with a necktie as a belt, because little did I know I wasn't bloated that day (I was pregnant). And of course my favorite boots this season because I was opting to forgo the heels for a while.

 Look at me trying to profile with this belly, I'm such a Diva.

Happy Holidays!!

How I Styled My Man's Shirt

Since I'm pregnant now, it's getting harder to fit my regular clothes. I'm at that awkward stage, where you don't look pregnant (although my belly has gotten bigger) but just fat and bloated. I'm on this quest to make men's clothes look appealing on my figure. How do you think I did?

Official Men's Winter Sweater at Fashion Metro.... Love!

Saw this men's sweater at Fashion Metro in Southside Plaza in South Richmond, Virginia. It was $34.99 regular price, now on sale. Don't tell me that your man can't find decent clothes anywhere. I'm tired of seeing the "hood" over sized t-shirts on your skinny boyfriends. Step your man's game up, so he doesn't look like a bum.

and by the way.... Du-rags outside of the house is a NO-NO, your man will look seriously ratchet, if you allow this. I'm done.

Fall Inspired Blazer and Legging Look w/ Thrifted Vintage Hugo Boss Polka Dot Blazer and Brown Boots

 

This is the vintage Hugo Boss blazer from the haul video I did of Diversity Thrift not too lomg ago. I paired it with some brown stir-ups (leggings with the hooks at the bottom) which fit very comfortably. I also paired it with a cream half sleeve basic t-shirt and a pair of brown riding boots that I love. The heel isn't too high, so I can walk around in them all day long. With my hair color this outfit was a sure hit. I also wore the vintage gold clip-on earrings from the haul video as well that set me back only $0.50 a pair. I attached a brown bow to my waste to act as a belt and threw on the gold bangles and a gold leave necklace that I made out of old jewelry that I had laying around.

It's a simple outfit that really received a lot of compliments on Saturday. I looked relaxed and comfortable, but I felt like a million bucks. Like one of those outfits where you can't tell if I'm just being modest or if I'm really living off of modest means. Either way, I was fab-u-lous!

"F" your style xoxoxo