Wanna Rumble With The Bee???

I can't even tell you why this ensemble reminded me of a bumble bee this morning but it did! Black and White stripes happen to be my favorite neutral (I think i've said this plenty of times before). And today, I chose to pair it with a fun blouse I purchased from Fashion to Figure (which is actually a tunic but I chose to tuck it inside the skirt). Because I didn't want to be to matchy, I threw in an oversized tote in another color, just for added fun!

Skirt| MACY's  Blouse| Fashion To Figure  Bag| ShoeDazzle Shoes| Nine West

As always, I want to wish everyone a Happy and Productive Week.

Be blessed and Stay Fab

XOXO

April Antoinette

*All comments and feedback are welcomed and appreciated

Summer Goth Glam

It's Monday Again!

I hope everyone had an eventful weekend. I did get out on Friday night with "bae" to go and visit a popular spot in Harlem (RED ROOSTER). 

I was dying to wear this new lip from MAC Cosmetics called "Matte Royal" so I wanted the ensemble to reflect the boldness of the lip choice. 

I know this isn't "summery" but I still feel like you can rock this look in any season. 

Crop Top and Faux Leather Skirt| Fashion To Figure

Belt| Torrid

Shoes| Michael Antonio (DSW) 

Clutch| Forever 21

Lipstick| MAC Cosmetics Matte Royal

THE MAKEUP

As Always, Thanks for stopping by my blog. Comments and feedback are welcomed!

HUGS AND KISSES

What's Black, White and Red All-Over??

TOP & SKIRT| F2F
SHOES| Jessica Simpson
HAT| Burlington Coat Factor
BELT & BAG| 9W

Good Morning Fashionistas!!!

I'm such a sucker for Black and White. I don't know what it is about it. I'm just hooked. So here, I put together another Black and White ensemble for church this Sunday. I want a little splash of color so I opted for colored accessories as to not take away from the simplicity of the black and white.

AS FOR MAKEUP!

I kept most of the face pretty neutral but decided to rock a BOLD lip. This lipstick is MELTED RUBY by TOO FACED COSMETICS! 

What do you guys think of my simple but classy church look? Is this something you would rock to church?? Where else could you wear something like this?

I always welcome your feedback! Thank you for visiting my blog!

XOXO LOVES! 

Tunic Tops: Casual Days

Tunic| F2F ($26.00)  Boots| MACY's ($125)  Scarf| NY Street Vendor ($8)  Hat| NY Street Vendor ($10)  Tights| Ashley Stewart ($26.50)

 

Aren't TUNICS super fun. I like that they are totally convertible in the fact that you can wear them as a top or a dress. They are also super comfy. It's a staple in my wardrobe. 

Today, I chose to pair this Tunic with neutral tights, calve high boots, a printed scarf and a fun hat!

How do you wear your Tunics???

 

 

I bought this one from my favorite store (Fashion To Figure)

My color is no longer available.

This color is still available, click picture to shop this look.

  Here are some other fun Tunics that I found for you guys!

Click Photos to shop these items!

As always, thank you for reading my blog and until next post, 

XOXO!!!!

Skater Style Fit & Flare

Dress| Fashion To Figure (last season)

I truly believe the Skater Style or Fit & Flare dresses are my absolute favorite style of dress. They compliment almost everybody type. The make the silhouette all that more flattering. They can be worn day, night, work and play and they come in almost every fabric and color. What's not to like about them?? 

Of course, I belted mine. But because of the shape of the dress, it isn't necessary. It still creates a very flattering look with or without.

I purchased this dress last season (and yes this is the first time wearing it. Don't shoot me) but there are so many companies and brands that make similar dresses.

I've attached some of my favorite ones and the ones that are on my wish list (Gotta get em).

ENJOY

 

ASOS

$66.33

ASOS

$37.48

Forever 21

$15.80

Fashion To Figure

$38.50

 TORRID

$54.50

  

As you can see, you can find this style of dress at almost every price point and for almost every occasion. I hope you try this style of dress. Leave a comment and let me know where you find your skater style dresses!

Until Next Post

XOXO!

Sunday Morning/Church Gal Chic

DRESS| Fashion to Figure .  BELT| NY & Co . SHOES| 9W  . HAT| Burlington Coat Factory

Good Afternoon Lovies.

I hope this Monday finds you in good spirits and in good health! I had a fairly busy weekend but I finally had a Sunday free to go to church. I put this little ensemble together at this last minute. Now the hat is a fairly old purchase. I bought it about 3 years ago on a whim. I just never got a chance to wear it.

THE DRESS:

I love Fashion to Figure (as you should know by now) and found this fabulous dress on Saturday. It comes with a patent leather skinny belt but I wanted more of a cinched waist so I opted for a wider belt.

ANIMAL COLOR BLOCK DRESS

Retail Price: $32.50

THE SHOES:

The shoes came from Nine West. I buy a large majority of my shoes from there because of their sizing and availability. These are on sale now!!!!

SALE PRICE: $59.99

TESSA POINTED TOE PUMP

Let me know how you would rock this dress! Is a YES or NO for you and your style??

LET'S TALK MAKEUP

I stuck with neutrals because the ensemble already was busy enough. I did choose however to play up the eyes.

FACE PREP:

Smashbox Photo Finish Primer

Too Faced Shadow Insurance

FACE:

FOUNDATION: Black Opal Even True Liquid Foundation (Truly Topaz)

CONCEALER: LA Girl Pro Concealer (Creamy Beige)/ MAC P+P Highlighting Pen (Light Boost)

POWDER: MAC MSFN (Dark Golden)/MAC Beauty Powder (Natural) (Malificent Collection)

BLUSH: MAC PLW Blush (Eternal Sun)/MAC Mineralized Blush (Love Joy)

CONTOUR: IMAN BLUSH (Sable)

HI-LIGHT: MAC EDSF (Whisper of Gilt)

EYES:

Maybelline THE NUDES Palette

NYC Liquid Liner (Black)

BSS Lashes

MAC Haute N Naughty Mascara

Maybelline Define A Brow (Medium Brown)

LIPS:

NYX Lip Pencil (Natural)

NYX Matte Lipstick (Whipped Cavier)

Starlooks Gloss (Guilty Pleasure)

Raspberry Peacock

Dress| Fashion To Figure
Shoes| 9W

I guess at this point it can be assumed what some of my favorite brands for clothing are. Especially for work. Today's Dress comes from none other than Fashion to Figure. I couldn't find it online but I know in store they carry it in two colors, this beautiful Peacock Teal color and traditional Black. The dress was under $40.00

My kitten heel snake patterned Raspberry pumps are from 9West. I usually purchase their shoes because they blend comfort with style and they always have my size available!!!

The style of this shoe is "Adriana". Unfortunately they no longer have it in the Raspberry color that I'm wearing but they do have them in other colors. They retail for $79.00

LET'S TALK MAKEUP

Because I wasn't really in the mood to do my hair and makeup today, I opted for a quick simple look. Limited Products used today

FACE PREP

MAC Oil Control Lotion

No.7 Beautifully Matte Makeup Base

FACE

FOUNDATION: L'Oreal True Match (n7 classic tan)

CONCEALER: MAC PLW (nw30)

POWDERS: MAC MSFN (Dark Golden) to set foundation/ MAC Select Sheer Loose (NC35) to set concealer 

BLUSH: MAC Proenza Schouler Blush Ombre (Sunset Beach)

BRONZER: Black Radiance Pressed Powder (Bronze Glow) (this is also in the crease of my eye)

HIGHLIGHT: MAC MSF (Perfectly Poised) (this is also in my tear duct and brow bone)

EYES

KISS Envy Lashes Beyond Natural 01

Lancôme Hynose Star Mascara

Maybelline Define A Brow (Med. Brown)

LIPS

Jordana Easy Liner (Plush Plum)

Estee Lauder DW Stay In Place Lipstick retails for $26 (Stay Ruby)

Painting The Town Red






Dress and Belt| Fashion To Figure
Shoes| BCBG Paris



Well we've made it Tuesday!! So why not paint the town red!!!

Crazy thing is that I purchased this dress from Fashion To Figure about two years ago

and I'm just now wearing it for the first time. That shows you how many dresses I own. lol
The dress didn't come with a belt but as you know, I'm obsessed with belts and accessories so I had to add one. The belt is also from Fashion to Figure and is available online and in stores.

My black pumps are from BCBG. Purchased them from MACY's . It is also the first time I'm wearing them.

LET'S TALK MAKEUP!!!!

Even though my makeup is quite simple and neutral, I think it makes a statement.

FACE PREP

MAC Oil Control Lotion

Boots No. 7 Oil Controlling Primer

FACE 

FOUNDATION: Kat Von D Lock It Tattoo Foundation (#62)

POWDER: MAC MSFN (Dark Golden)/ MAC Select Sheer Loose (NC30) to set concealer

CONCEALER: Estee Lauder Double Wear Concealer (Med. Deep)/MAC P+P Highlighter (Bright Forecast)

BLUSH: Black Radiance Artisan Blush (Warm Berry)

CONTOUR: MAC BB Cream Compact ( Refined Golden)/ Black Radiance Bronzer (Bronze Glow)

HIGHLIGHT: MAC Extra Dimension Skin Finish (Whisper of Gilt)

EYES

Anatasia Beverly Hills Amrezy Palette ( Legend (lid), Caramel (crease), Morocco (outter v)

MAC 35 lashes stacked on 747 M (generic brand)

NYC Liquid Liner

MAC Haute and Naughty Too Black Lash (Mascara)

MAC Brow Pencil (Spiked) and Maybelline Define A Brow (Med. Brown)

MAC Studio Finish Concealer (NC42 under brow)

LIPS

MAC Lip Pencil (Spice)

MAC Mattene Lipstick (Nocturnal Instincts)

MAC Dazzleglass (Sugarrimmed)

 

 

F2F Week: Jewel Tones

Dress| Fashion to Figure
Belt| Torrid
Jewelry| NYC Street Vendor

Good Morning Lovies!!!!

This week has been a dreary one in NY. Overcasted rainy days. Still and yet I have attempted to shift my mood with adding splashes of color to my wardrobe. Today I went with more of a pool of color versus the splash. lol

.

The Adelle Wrap Dress from Fashion To Figure .

 The dress features a wrap front (which is great for fuller a bossom) and a tulip hem. It's jewel toned and expressively printed which compliments all skintones. Which I love!!! It's moderately priced ($42.50) which makes it affordable to all. I purchased it in a size 3X.

WIth my accessories, I chose to play up the jewel tones with adding a new tone of blue/turquoise into the mix.

NOW LET'S TALK MAKEUP

FACE PREP:

Philosophy Micro Delivery Face Wash

Algenist Pore Corrector Anti-Aging Primer

Black Radiance Eyeshadow Primer

FACE:

Foundation: Black Opal Even True Flawless Skin Liquid

Concealer: LA Girl Pro Concealer (Medium Beige) MAC ProLongWear Concealer (NC35)

Powders: MAC MSFN (Dark Golden) to set face/ MAC Select Sheer Loose (NC30) to set concealer

BLUSH: MAC Mineralized Blush in Love Joy

Highlight: MAC Gold Deposit and Soft N Gentle MSF

Contour: Black Radiance Pressed Powder in Bronze Glow/ Cover Girl QC in Brown Bronze

EYES:

Makeup Forever Shadow in 510 and 650

Loreal Silkissime Eyeliner in Cobalt Blue

BSS Lashes

Lancôme Hypnose Star Mascara

BROWS:

Maybelline Define a Brow (Medium Brown)

MAC Studio Finish Concealer (NC42)

LIPS:

Too Faced Lipstick in Melted Violet

 

BLACK & WHITE WEEK: Horizontal Stripes

BLOUSE| Fashion To Figure
SKIRT| Old Navy
BELT| Asos Curve
HOSE & SHOES| Torrid

Today's Look is the last installment of this Black & White Series. I love pairing black and white with shades of pink (because pink is my favorite color).

This ensemble features a button front blouse from Fashion To Figure. I purchased it a while ago so unfortunately it is no longer available.

The skirt however was purchased recently from Old Navy. It is now on sale for $15 on-line. I suggest going into the store because I got it for $9.00

Pointe-Knit Circle Skirt

My spider web stockings feature the oh so sexy line up the back of the stockings. They were purchased from Torrid. Some say they are a bit pricer but I can count on their hose to last.

SPIDERWEB TIGHTS $15

My studded patent pumps were also purchased from Torrid. They weren't purchased this year so unfortunately they aren't available either.

 

 

Studded Patent Leather Pumps|TORRID.COM

LET'S TALK MAKEUP

[colors and shade names will be in brackets]

Today's Regimen featured different skincare. Because I wear makeup throughout the week, I like to exfoliate once or twice throughout a 7 day period. So I prepped my skin for makeup by exfoliating with Philosophy's Micro-Delivery Exfoliating Wash

PRIMER: Estee Lauder Matte Perfecting Primer

BROWS: Sonia Kashuk Long Wearing Twist Up Pencil [haze]

FOUNDATION: Lancôme Teinte Idole 24 hr [450}

CONCEALER: MAC Prolongwear [NC35/NW30]

POWDER: MAC MSFN [Dark Golden]/ MAC Studio Careblend Powder [Medium Plus]

HIGHLIGHT: MAC Magnetic Appeal Extra Dimension Powder

CONTOUR: Cover Girl Queen Collection Bronzer [brown bronze]

BLUSH: Black Radiance Artisan Color Blush [ Warm Berry]

EYES: Carine Roitfeld Desert Camoflage Palette for MAC (limited edition) and MAC Prolongwear Eyeshadow [Always Sunny] in the crease.

EYELINERS: MAC Graphblack TechnaKohl Liner/ NYC Liquid Liner

LASHES: Kiss Envy Au Naturale 03

LIPS: NYX Lip Liner [Ever]/ NYC Expert Last Lip Color [418- Sugar Plum]