Merry Christmas!!!!

Hey Dolls,
Christmas is my favorite holiday of the year. I love all the decorated houses, the Christmas corals, and all the Christmas movies. Today I had to run out to do a little last minute Christmas shopping. I wanted to look very festive so I wore this Christmas cardigan that I found while rummaging through my mom's closet. This cardigan helped me complete the perfect Christmas look. I loved wearing this look and I you enjoy it as well.

STYLE BREAKDOWN

Christmas Cardigan "Noel"- Mom's Closet

V-Neck Tee- Target

Jeans- Rainbows

Quilted Folder-Over Clutch- ALDO

Booties- Journeys 

MAKEUP BREAKDOWN

FACE: Maybelline BB Cream- Deep

Black Radiance: Chocolate

                                             Ebony (Light Contour)

EYES: Voluminous False Lash Mascara

LIPS: Nicka K Auto Lip Liner- Raisin

Milani Lipstick- Copper Kettle

                           Creamy Cocoa 

Thank you for reading I hope you enjoyed this look and I want to also wish you a MERRY MERRY CHRISTMAS. Please don't forget to JOIN this page & SHARE this post. And always stay tuned for more STYLE STORIES!!!!!

XOXO

Katiyah Jo'Nel

Falling for Fall: OOTD

Hey SugarPlums,

So as I promised giving you ladies more autumn style stories. This is a simple comfortable around the town styling, and basically that's what I did while wearing it this outfit. On this day, I went to my fav consignment shop (Father's & Son's Consignment Shop) wear I purchased some new eye wear. If you like to see a preview of the glasses just check out my Instagram @BrwnBrbii. I also went to Twisted Fork for dinner, that was my first time dining there, and I can say I really enjoyed myself. But enoungh with the gabbing lets get into this STYLE STORY......

STYLE BREAKDOWN

Foral Button-Up Blouse: Old Navy

Jeans: Thirfted

(D.I.Y. Distressing)

White Button-Up Vest: Wal-Mart

Teal Infinity Scarf: Accessorize

Brown Combat Boots: Target 

Thank you for reading!!!! Please also take the time to COMMENT and tell me your thoughts, and also JOIN THIS PAGE so you can stay tuned to more STYLE STORIES!!!!

Flawless Face Friday!!!!

Hey Beauties,
So by the title of this post you should already know that this will not be a style story. I wanted to bring something new to you ladies, which is a "Flawless Face" makeup story. So as much as I love fashion, I equally love playing in my makeup. It has slight became a new addiction, over the past couple of months I have purchased quite a few beauty products eye shadow palettes, makeup brushes, lipsticks, etc. Since makeup is just another aspect of fashion I wanted to show you beauties how I achieved my "No Makeup, Makeup" look.

Eyebrows- Wet n Wild "Mink Brown-649"

     NYX "Nutmeg-CJ08"

                       (used to cleanup n highlight brows)

Concealing Under Eye- Black Radiance Concealer Stick"CA8010"

                                                Posner Finishing Touch Pressed Pwd "Tender Tan"

                     (used to set under eye concealer)

                           Face- Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream "Deep"

                                   Black Radiance Pressed Pwd "Chocolate"

      (used to set BB cream)

Lips-  E.L.F. Lip Liner "Natural"

                         Loreal Colour Riche "Rose Taffeta"

Just remember beauties before putting on any makeup please start off with a fresh clean face. I hope you enjoyed reading about this makeup look, if you would like to see more makeup looks just comment and let me know. Please take the time to JOIN THIS PAGE, and as always stay tuned for more STYLE STORIES!!!

Falling for Fall...

Hey Dolls,
I know already know what you guys are thinking. I've been on another hideous, but honestly speaking I'm back in school and I've just be really focused on that. I try to find time to get dolled up and hit the streets between homework and classes. I also love the colder months, and we all know I love fashion so to me its perfect timing. I do have a couple of "Outfits of the Night" that I have to do a style story for so I'm going to start with the most recent. This past weekend I went out an grab a couple of drinks and I wanted to be comfortable and also chic and classy.

STYLE BREAKDOWN

Black Button Down Blouse- Old Navy

Dark Denim Jeans- Dots

Cheetah Printed Booties- Shoe Trend

Black Quilted Fold Over Purse- ALDO

Thank you for reading please take the time to COMMENT & JOIN THIS PAGE, and don't forget to stay tuned for more STYLE STORIES!!!!

March On Washington!!!

Hey Luvies,
I know I've been gone for awhile and please forgive me, its been for good reasons. Since I have been M.I.A I have a special Carpe Diem adventure to share with you. I went to to D.C. this past weekend to experience and participate in the March on Washington. I truly can say I enjoyed myself just being apart of a new history, if you would like to see a little footage from the rally you can check out my IG @BRWNBRBII. I wasn't able to capture the speakers because there was so many people from all different races there wanting the same amazing experience of commemorating history. After the rally I did end up going out that evening just to see what the street of D.C. had to offer and of course as we know that was a BLAST!!! My trip was fun-filled with a lot of sight seeing and also this is my excuse to share some new fashion pieces with you ladies. I hope you like...

STYLE BREAKDOWNS

Burgundy Peplum Top- F21

Gold Plate Spike Belt- It's Fashion Metro

White Acid Wash Jeans- Not sure

Sneaker Wedge- Rue12

Gold Earrings- It's Fashion Metro

Arm Candy- Dots

Navy/Cream Colorblocked Shirt- CitiTrends

Blue Jeans- Old Navy

Cognac Bootie- Journey

Unk Gold Earrings- It's Fashion Metro

Brown Gold Tap Sunglasses- It's Fashion Metro

Arm Candy- Dots & Rainbow

Thank you for reading please take the time to COMMENT & JOIN THIS PAGE, and don't forget to stay tuned for more STYLE STORIES!!!!

DIY Styling: Torrid Opening

Hey "DoItYourself" Divas,
I just want to share with you ladies an ootd I had over the weekend. This ootd was a DIY styling from head to toe. I made a crop top out of an old see-thru floral shirt that I hardly ever wore and added a little pizazz to a pair of thirfted jeans by cut up one leg. DIY projects are so much fun and easy to do, and also shows off your personal creativity. I wore this outfit to the grand opening of a Torrid store in my area. I'm so glad they opened a Torrid in the RDU area because the closet one was and hour away. At the opening the first 50 people received a gift card. Yes, I received a $10 gift card but I gave it to one of my good friends so she can could combine it with her $50 gift card. We know Torrid is a little pricey, but she was able to get two good quality items that she could wear to her new job. I really enjoyed this DIY styling because I created a new looks with old pieces.

Thank you for reading...comment and join this page...and always stay tuned for the next STYLE STORY!!! 

More Thrifting!!!!

Hey Frugalistas,
I love thrifting!!!! When I go out on my thrift store, consignment shop, and vintage hunt I usually try to go for unique pieces. You can always put your personal twist on these second-hand items, and they can definitely be a bag for your buck. The other day I went to see what my local thrift stores had to offer. I found some pretty cool pieces that when you add your personal style they can be masterpieces.

If your interested in purchasing any of these pieces or any pieces from "Thrifting At It's Finest" post just contact me at dasani2204@gmail.com. I'll be more than willing to resale these pieces. Thank you for reading comment and join this page, and also stay tuned for the next STYLE STORY!!!!

If The Shoe Fits, Wear It!!!!

Hey ShoeFeens,
As women we can all wear this name proudly. So being a shoe lover myself, I wanted to do a virtual styling around these fly Jeffrey Campbell "Rock-A-Bye" Wedges. I came across these awesome shoes one day scrolling on Instagram to @ShoeGameInsane she is the owner of "Fly Feet Boutique & Style". I contacted her inquiring about the shoes and also if  I can use them in an virtual styling, because I loved them so much. Fly Feet Boutique is an online boutique based of SC that sales shoes, customizes shoes, sales vintage thrifted  clothing, and she also styles clients. She was a sweetheart in answering my question and also allowing me to use the fly shoes. If your interested in these shoe or fancy footwear like this just check her out @ShoeGameInsane on Instagram.  

Style Breakdown

Black Cold Shoulder Dress- ASOS

The Dolly Earring in Purple- Karmaloop

The Queen Tiger Crossbody Clutch- Karmaloop

Blue Iridescent Curved Bangle- Rivers Island

If you liked this look just comment and let me know and also make sure you join this page. Thank you for taking time and reading and as you already know stay tuned for the next STYLE STORY!!!

Throwback Thursday!!!!!

Hey divas,
I decided to to my version, as we all know 'Throwback Thursday' that's on Instagram. Sometimes all those baby pictures and ratchet pictures of people with all your cousin seriously gets on my nerves...lls But let me not rant about what I don't like on these social networks. So, I decided to embrace this day and give my style story on one of my ootd from my past. Hope you enjoy and tuned to for next STYLE STORY....

Style Breakdown

Black Turtleneck- Target

Grey Lightweight Vest- Target

Colorful ROCAWEAR Leggings- Citi Trends

Black Boots- Rainbow

  Black Turban- Local Beauty Supply Store

Black Jeweled Necklace- Rainbow

Silver Bangle- Dots

Black Diamond Chained Handbag- Accessorize

Oversized Glasses- Retro City Sunglasses

South Carolina 4th of July Weekend

Hey Sweethearts,
I'm so excited to do this style story for you ladies. This will be an overview on my 4th of July weekend in Charleston, South Carolina. This was my first time being there an not just heading straight to the beach. I was invited to go by one of my closest friends to celebrate the holidays but also for her aunt's birthday celebration. Her family were so hospitable and welcomed me like I was one their own. This weekend was full of food, family and fun I can say truly enjoyed myself. Enough of the small talk, let's get to the STYLE STORIES...

Style Breakdown

Horseshoe Cold Shoulder Top- Forever 21

Light Blue Ankle Jeggings- Its Fashion

Gladiator Sandals- Target

Gold Woven Earrings- Its Fashion Metro

Style Breakdown

Coral Cami- Forever 21

White Coverup- Rainbow

Distressed Jeans- Rainbow

(Distressed by me)

Tan Flip Flops- Citi Trends

Beaded Necklace- Its Fashion

Style Breakdown

Paisley Crop Top- It's Fashion Metro

Midi Bodycon Skirt- It's Fashion Metro

Royal Skywalkers- *Gifted*

Arm Candy- Rainbow

Beaded Earrings- It's Fashion Metro

 

Style Breakdown

Denim Dress- It's Fashion Metro

Mint Flip Flops- Citi Trends

Chucky Gold Necklace & Bracelet- *Gifted*

Mint Jeweled Earrings- Dots

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUNTIE

(I'm  adopted now...lls)

Ladies thank you for reading please comment and let me know what you think and also what else you would like to see on my blog, and also please JOIN THIS PAGE....

Virtual Styles by Katiyah Jo'Nel

Hey Dolls,

I'm coming to you today with a virtual styling. I found some pieces on some of my favorite websites that I wanted to share with you on basically how I would wear them either day or night. If you want to see more of these virtual styled looks just comment and let me know, but in the mean time stay tuned for more STYLE STORIES...

Style Breakdown

Day Look- Column 1

Embroidered Cold Shoulder Denim Dress- ASOS

Bejeweled Studs- Forever 21

Lacquered Feather Necklace- Forever 21

Faux Stone Bangle Set- Forever 21

CL by Laundry Bianca Flat- DSW

Night Look- Column 2

Embroidered Cold Shoulder Denim Dress- ASOS

Chained Bangle Set- Forever 21

Dolce by Mojo Moxy Edie Wedge Pump- DSW

Slight Fun In A Little Sun....

Hey Beach Barbs,
I wanted to give a quick overview of my Carpe Diem trip to Wilmington, NC over the weekend. During this trip I was planning on taking more pictures of me styling beachwear but with the indecisive weather it made it kind of difficult. I did enjoy myself to the best of my ability with all the mishaps that might have occurred. I was able to hang out with the two livest teens in the world, they truly kept my spirits up. And also attended a bike party, which turn out to be a blast. Might not be much but here's some highlighted moments I was able to capture.

My 2 Live Crew

Pure Platinum Bike Party

I was able to style an ootn for bike party....

Style Breakdown

Strapless Peplum Top- DEB

White Skirt- Thrifted from my mother's closet

Skinny Belt- Old Navy

Arm Candy- Rainbow & Dots

Earrings- CitiTrends

This was a little razzle dazzle, so please stay tuned for more STYLE STORIES!!!!!!

Rich Hipster

Hey Groovy Dolls,
So today I'm coming to you because I absolutely love Chrisette Michele new album "Better". She an amazing women and her music is off the charts. There was a song on her album named "Rich Hipster" feat. Wale that I so fell in love with as soon as it hit my ears. So this style story is in ode to this wonderful woman. All of us ladies have and hipster/ flower power side. Just wanting to be free, tranquil, and ready to have a good time. With this styling I paired a royal blue romper with a white woven vest and added a butterfly belt to accentuate my waist. Adding the woven vest gives you the coverage on your chest and back since it is a strapless romper. With the small details of fringe on the vest and a butterfly on the belt puts you in the mindset of a free-spirited diva. For the footwear I would probaly wear a black sandal or black heel to convert this outfit from day to night. I'm loving every bit of this chic and classy outfit as well as Chrisette Michele's new album which has made it to my top 5. Please go check it out and stay tuned for another STYLE STORY...

Style Breakdown

Royal Blue Romper- Its Fashion Metro

Woven Vest- Forever 21

Butterfly Belt- Thrifted from mother's closet

Sunglasses- Fathers & Sons Consignment Shop

Arm Candy- Rainbow & Dots

Going Pogo for Polka Dots...

Hey Fashion Dolls,
I wanted to come quickly and give my style story from my "too turnt up" weekend. A couple of my friends and I went to Still Life-a club in downtown Raleigh to celebrate my hunni bun's Shyniece Martin birthday. I was super excited because I was able to style one of the pieces I had purchased from thrifting versus going out and buying something new. I did a play up on polka dots/circles by pairing my black circle earring with my colorful polka dotted blouse. Using the blouse as the main focus I kept everything else black and simple. And of course ladies, you can never go wrong with black or peplum using both to conceal any flaws you might have in your mid section. If you loved this pairing please stay tuned for my next STYLE STORY "Rich Hipster"....

Style Breakdown   

    

Blouse- Thrifted

Peplum Skirt- Rainbow

Black Patent Heels- Shoe Show

Earring- Afaze

Arm Candy- Rainbow & Dots

Thrifting at it's Finest....

Hey Thrifty Divas,
One of my motto's of this year is Carpe Diem, which of course we know it means to "Seize the Day". So with that being said yesterday I took a little Carpe Diem trip and found myself in Charlotte, NC. I went with one of my close friends for a graduation. It wasn't too bad of a drive round about 3hrs from Raleigh, where I live. The graduation was nice but what was even NICER was I came across a Goodwill Outlet. And when i say outlet, I mean that it truly was. It was huge clothes everywhere, people everywhere I almost felt like I walked into a thrifters heaven - lls. The best thing about this Goodwill was the fact that they weighed the clothes by pounds ($1.39 per lbs), and not by each garment. So I jumped in with everyone else and started to dig for some pieces. There was so many bins of clothes I know I only scratched the surface, but i did leave with four nice pieces, which only came up to $6.00.... WHAT!!!!!!! I'm telling you a real bang for my buck. I love to shop and splurge here or there but when I find a bargain I just can't past it up. And $6.00 to me is way beyond a bargain. The experience was nice and I had blast and defiantly will be going back very soon. I can't wait to style these pieces up for you divas to show that you can be just has fashionable on a budget. So Divas, stay Frugal and Fashionable...and stay tuned for more STYLE STORIES....

Starting Something New

Hey Fashion Dolls,
This is your hopefully new found fashion friend Katiyah Jo'Nel. I am so excited to be starting this blog, this has been an ambition of mine for some time but I've just been a little apprehensive. But I'm over my fear and ready to give you dolls a walk in my shoes...literally. I not here to be a fashionista or guru, because I feel like I don't know it all when it comes to fashion, but I can say this is definitely a passion of mine. I just want to give you ladies my perception on plus size fashion. I am an aspiring plus size model I have been modeling for about a year and some change now. I will be linking my portfolio to my blog because I have styled every aspect of my portfolio, from hair to make-up and even all the outfits from head to toe. I want to give you ladies options on styling but on a budget...cause hunni I aint rich either...I just hope you stay tuned to see my STYLE STORIES.....