I love pattern clashing, when you pair different busy prints together to make a statement outfit. In order to be a pattern clasher you have to be willing to step outside your comfort zone. It’s definitely riskier styling but when it works, it’s literally art. Some basic rules to pattern-clash-proof your wardrobe: 1. Keep it …
TO THRIFT OR NOT TO THRIFT, THAT IS THE QUESTION! The answer is to THRIFT, of course duh! Did you know that “thrift” is actually a noun that means “using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully” not just a verb or an adjective. Am I the only one who doesn’t know this? Maybe …
If you haven’t heard yet, and if you haven’t I am worried for you, but Sex and the City is making a comeback. CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?? There are so many questions that need to be asked. How are they going to do the show without Samantha? What is going to happen with Carrie and …
It’s been too long since my latest What’s in My Bag blog. I’ve decided to bring it back monthly on eLEXYfy.com so you know what a broke college girl is buying or would “like” to buy to stay on trend. Let’s face it, most of these items, I can’t afford right now but that doesn’t …
Confessions of a Former Fast Fashion Shopper. Admitting you have a problem is the first step. I am a bit of a shopaholic. Guilty!
And yes I was super guilty of supporting fast fashion by shopping at places like H&M, Zaful, & Shein, just to name a few of the offenders. It all started when I was young at Justice, remember that store?
In my defense, I was clueless. Of course, in the court of law, ignorance of a law is no excuse and doesn’t mean you aren’t “guilty”.
As the weather starts to warm up and the days start to get longer, our minds start to think of what the heck we are going to wear for this next season. Well guys, I’m here to help. When you think of Spring, you think of bright colors, fun patterns, and a little less layers. …
I live in DTLA, which happens to be where the Staples center is located, which HAPPENS to be where the Grammys were last night. So my fashion loving, Harry Styles loving, Grammys loving ass happily made the ten minute walk over to the Staples Center to try to stalk celebrities and attempt to make the …
I was supposed to be a senior this year so if I hadn’t graduated a year early, I’d be shopping for a prom dress right now, despite the fact, my high school is not having a prom. Many of you may not get your Cinderella moment because your prom has been canceled but that doesn’t …
The two biggest trends I have noticed for swimsuits in 2021 is psychedelic and colorful patterns and then three piece sets. I’m always someone who loves some fun patterns and colors so I love that this trend is moving it’s way into our swimwear. Since there is such a lack of clothing when it comes …
This spring bright colors and crazy color combos are on trend. While I have already discussed 2021 Spring trends, I want to focus on popular color combo trends for this spring and summer. Sage Green + Pink Sage green has been on trend for a long time and we are all loving it. Recently, I’ve …
There are so many people who inspire me as I create outfits and develop my own personal style. Since Y2K fashion is the biggest fashion trends for 2020 and 2021, my most inspiring style icons are coming from that decade. Here are some of my favorites. Britney Spears Yes, I know you are thinking, “Lexy …
Rompers first appeared in the United States in the early 1900s and believe it or not, they were initially created as playsuits or playwear for children. I think that’s why we love them so much. It’s sort of like we are wearing a dress but it’s easier to be more active in a romper or …
I just watched the documentary Audrey on Netflix about the renowned actress, fashion icon and philanthropist, Audrey Hepburn. Wow did I learn a lot about her. I’ve always admired her style and Breakfast at Tiffany’s is one of my favorite old movies. Of course, in her later years, she devoted her entire life to UNICEF, …
Due to the global pandemic, we’ve been through a lot this past year and it’s not over yet. Thankfully, we are starting to get vaccines, things are opening up, and we can see a dim light starting to shine at the end of this long dark ass tunnel we’ve been in. Through all the loss, …
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Hard to believe right? We always hear about dangerous sweatshops in Bangladesh or China but you rarely heard about sweatshops in the good ol’ USA. So you go to buy a shirt, you look at the tag to make sure you are being a responsible consumer and you see those three comforting words, Made In …
The red carpet was back for the 2021 Oscars, after a hiatus due to the pandemic. And the award show dress code returned to “glamour”, unlike the Golden Globes and other award shows this year where casual attire was fashioned as the shows were mostly online. Gold, white, and red seemed to be the dominant …