Classy and Sassy

Top: c/o deb/ Pants: Marshall's/ Shoes: c/o deb/ Purse: Michael Kors/ Bracelet: Rue21

Maybe it was my glasses, but in this outfit I felt like a classy and sassy little nerd...with puffy hair (The wind was not cooperating with me!) You can never go wrong with cheetah print or black which were the bread and butter for this look. Though often times black pants can be boring and bland, these ones from Marshall's were anything but, mostly because they are super fitted and figure enhancing. I cuffed them on this particular day but un-cuffed they fall right above my ankles and are just as cute. I paired them with this cheetah printed peplum top from Deb along with these delicious nude pumps. Despite the wind and my puffy hair I still say that this outfit was a success. 

I Didn't Get Invited To The White House, But....

Top: Express via Marshall's / Pants: Express via Marshall's / Shoes: Steve Madden/ Bracelet: Rue21 / Bag: Michael Kors 

My Invite! 

I did get an invite to my Chancellor's House for a Student Leader Reception! Never would I have imagined four years ago as a freshman at N.C. State that I would eat dinner with my Chancellor, but last night it happened. As the editor-in-chief of the Nubian Message, a weekly African American newspaper at my university,  myself as well as several other Student Leaders were presented with this cool opportunity. 

I know how difficult it is to get in touch with Chancellor Woodson, (the Nubian has attempted before without luck for quotes) so to receive this invite, was a big deal! When I got it, I had no idea what I was going to wear, but I knew it needed to be polished, classy and most importantly, professional. I eventually decided on this printed peplum top from Express (via Marshall's) and these cropped black slacks (on sale for $15!). I really wanted to wear my Jessica Simpson Cheetah print heels, but ultimately decided that my black pumps with the lower heel were more appropriate for the occasion. 

We had a nice dinner of Spaghetti with cheesecake for dessert, and while the food was good, I was most impressed with the "mature" nature of the conversation my fellow peers and I had with our Chancellor. We discussed everything from the North Carolina Legislature passing a law that allows concealed weapons on UNC-Campuses (check out this article in the Nubian's sister publication, Technician) to Women's Safety on campus, and a Tweet sent by a student at App State that was among other things, racially insensitive and bigoted. 

It made for a fun evening and is just another awesome opportunity that life at N.C. State has presented me. I won't get sentimental, well...at least I'll try not to, but I must say that my school has treated me well and that I will definitely miss it come this May when I graduate! Shout out to the Class of 2014! 

 

p.s. - how bazaar is it that guests at the Chancellor's home park on the grass? o_O haha, check out Miss B chilling on his front lawn! 

Put a Little Pep in Your Step

Since I've been home for Summer vacation, all I've done has been eat, sleep, and blwatch.

Blwatch-  a blogger's version of twatching/ Facebook stalking

Today I decided to hop out of my pajamas and put a little pep in my step...literally. 

Peplum has been one of the biggest trends to reemerge this season. With every star from Kim Kardashian to Emma Stone embracing the look, I thought it was only right that I try my hand at in a kakhi and black striped peplum shirt. You can also get inspired to play with peplum in my latest article for Cocokouture! 

This outfit seemed to me the ultimate combination of prissy meets casual, perfect for a girl on the go! 

Besides actually putting on decent clothes, I was also really excited about my new Gianni Bini shades that I lucked up on for....$1.58! 

Photo Credit

For months now I have admired Beyonce's round Linda Farrow for the Row shades. Thanks to a little serendipity I ran across this more budget friendly pair. Normally, I'm not a fan of Beyonce's off stage fashions, but these shades...oh buddy!

Acessories were lite. A ring that belongs to my mother, black bracelet from Forever21 and necklace I got on sale at Charlotte Russe a couple of years ago. 

Shirt: Marshalls- $14.99
Capris: New York & Company (old) - $10.00
Sandals: Rugged Wearhouse- $12.99
Bag: Jessica Simpson- $98.00
Shades: Gianni Bini- $1.58
Necklace: Charlotte Russe- $5.00

All in all I liked my look, but whats your opinion. Was it a hit, or should 

 I have saved my $1.58 for the dollar menu? 

Also, don't forget to continue submitting entries for the crowning of the first ever Miss So Sophisticated! The deadline is 6/21/ 12.