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Hey dolls, how've you been? I've been keeping myself so busy for the last couple days I haven't given myself anytime to post. That and I haven't been wearing anything spectacular, just mostly grab and go clothes for errands. I thought i'd still share these with you anyway. They get to share a post! =)

A little off the fashion topic I wanted to remind everyone how important it is that we cherish each and every person that we care about in this world. Also cherish each and every moment that you have with these people. All the silly fighting and grudges will never be worth it in the end. I know we all know this but we tend to forget how important it is until something serious happens to someone we know or someone we care about. Let's never wait until it's too late! Here are the outfits!

Outfit 1

Top: F21/Jeans & scarf (my son's): H&M/Shoes: Zara/ Backpack: Prada

Outfit 2

Top: H&M/ Pants: Zara/ Vest: Guess/ Shoes: ASOS/ Jewelry: DIY, Rachel Roy (RR), Real, F21/ Nails: OPI (name: Do you lilac it?)

Outfit 3

Top, cardigan & pants: Zara/ Shoes: Polo/ Purse: TJ Maxx/ Jewelry: RR

Posted these in the order I wore them. Hope you like!

Love,

T’wana

WOW

Ok so I know I already made a post today but I couldn't help but share. (skip the middle if you have a short attention span..lol)

I can honestly say when I first started this blog, with it being a personal style blog, I expected to sit here and make post after post with no one but my hun and myself following. I really didn't expect anything of it and to be honest, with the way I feel about fashion, I could sit here and make post after post with no one following and still be content. There's just something about having my own lil piece of the net that I enjoy. I'm just weird like that! So you can imagine how crazy ecstatic I am that you guys are actually following and viewing my posts. It won't seem like a lot but forty something followers is a BIG deal to me. I know a lot of people add blogs in hopes of gaining followers and they never stop back or comment and i'm TRULY ok with that. As long as you're talking about fashion or anything beauty related i'm more than happy to follow back. But when people actually stop to say they enjoyed something, that's amazing. I'm not saying i'll love all blogs, that's impossible, but that won't stop me from viewing what you have to offer. You never know! It's fun seeing and hearing others perspective on fashion because there's so much you can do with it and I can definitely use some tips in the beauty department (i'm no makeup guru). There are sooo many great blogs to keep up with and comment on in addition to our personal lives...it's madness. But I know how important freedom of choice is and i'm happy that you guys choose me. Cheers to that!

Anyway, i'm ranting again and this post is nothing short of pathetic and soppy but my whole point on making it was to share with you something I just came across that made my heart smile while doing my usual blog rounds. Here it is! Imagine how I felt when I visited Glam No Labelz and saw (unexpectedly) that she made an entire post about how much she liked my style/blog. WOW!! Thank you so much girl you have no idea how grateful I am for that. I appreciate ya! Be sure to check her out y'all.

Love,

T’wana

Trenched

In my world there's absolutely nothing wrong with throwing on a trench coat with a pair of jean shorts. I'm a shorts wearing kinda gal as you can tell. I was comfortable, warm when indoor and cool when outdoor. Perfect! The icing on the cake were my ankle boots from Aldo which make me smile every time I open the box and see them. The mint! Oh how I LOVE that color. What about you guys? Would you wear a trench with shorts?

BTW...peep the cool abstract art (last pic) at the entrance of my old complex. Just found it on my computer and thought I would share. It's so beautiful.

Trench & ring: F21/ white top: Zara/ shorts: H&M/ boots: Aldo/ Accessories: combination between real and H&M

Hope you enjoy the pics!

Love,

T’wana

Rolling in my short shorts with the bootie pops

In this outfit I am completely in my element. Booties + loose fitting no fuss clothing = T'wana. I don't know if i've mentioned before but ankle boots are one of my favorite things to shop for, if not my favorite. I've always lived in warmer climates so they're perfect for me. They're not to high not to low and I can pair them with everything from dresses to shorts. These particular ones are great because 1) they're laced and 2) the heels. They originally came with regular grey laces but I went to a local store and bought every color lace imaginable so I can wear them as often as my heart desires. I know it'll be often since I've been wearing them around the house everyday since I got them a few months ago. =) I'm calling them my 'bootie pops' and i've been looking for the perfect pair of bootie pops for a long time now. LOL..let me explain; bootie pops is the name i've given to easy-to-match laced ankle boots where the laces can be changed to add pops of color to any outfit since color is so necessary in my life. Not a new concept i'm sure but don't mind me, I give names to everything. I wore this with my hun to see the movies "Real Steel" and "The thing" this weekend. Two movies I recommend btw. The H&M faux leather shorts and top were soooo comfortable. Hope you enjoy the pics!

Love,

T’wana

Color me purple

Hey sexy mamas happy happy Thursday. It's been such a beautiful day today i've been so inspired to actually start working on a bunch of DIY projects i've been putting off. One of them includes re-working a beautiful lavender dress I found at the vintage/thrift store. It needs to be reworked to suit my personality. I can't wait to show you. Ohhh but speaking of thrift, this floral top i'm wearing was one of my recent finds. Typically it isn't something I would buy and that's exactly why I bought it. I saw potential and the purple was just yelling at me..."TAKE MEEEE." Plus the original tags were still attached (never worn) and I only paid around $5 so that was a good sign. I love how what appealed on the hanger as just an oversize floral t-shirt, transformed into a more stylish top by just adding a grey sash belt outlined in black sequin and satin front tie to cinch the waist. This will also be great paired with long black skinnies or tights with boots but it's still so hot so I opted for shorts. The darling shoe heels coordinates with the belt for the extra touch of detail I always enjoy. You've seen these babies before and will continue to see them until they die a slow but painful death which (after i'm through with them) they will. =) Hope you like! I'm off to finish watching baseball with my hun.

Wearing a special edition color by OPI for GUESS called GUESS which color i'm wearing.

Top: Thrifted/ Pants: old ?/ Shoes: ASOS/ Necklaces: Macys/ Sunnies: UO/ Clutch: ASOS (old)

Love,

T’wana

Peek a boo...

...My bra sees you.... I despise nosey bras that shouldn't be peeking...oh well! Finally an outfit post! I haven't been able to post any outfits this week and it was truly depressing. Hopefully this is a thing of the past.

In more interesting news I wanted to share with you guys an experience I had this week. Earlier in the week I was contacted by the casting director of a new reality show titled World Fashionista. Let's just say the email was nothing less than flattering as i've never been approached as a "perfect fit" for a reality show before, (ok well I totally mean one that's not raunchy) especially since I didn't apply. I'm not sure if any of you were contacted or heard of this but I did some research and it appears to be very legit. You can click here if you're interested in learning more. The goal of the show is to take ten "fashionistas" from around the world and have them live in a mansion on the Caribbean island of St. Maarten for 4 (or 2 not sure) weeks while completing challenges until the last girl stands. Or something like that. Of course there are prizes including magazine features and cash among others. I must say when I first saw the email it was very intriguing but when I started to research it more I saw that the time frame wouldn't work out for me.

Anyway, long story (already too long) short, I had to turn it down but I stated that I would help get the word out as they are having trouble (because it's a new show) casting the last few spots. I know there must be tons of fashionistas out there dying for an opportunity like this. I mean look at all the fashion blogs. If fashion is the first thing you think about in the morning and the last thing you think about at night, this opportunity is for you. Go get em! =) Wish I could do it! Oh and if you can't do it, encourage your fashionista friends to try. The show will broadcast throughout the US and Caribbean (early 2012) so it's great publicity for anyone truly passionate about this industry but doesn't know where to start. I know I know...yes there is a negative connotation associated with reality shows but if you're truly passionate about fashion....it won't matter. Check it out!

Cropped blazer & jeans: Zara/ Top: H&M/ Shoes: UO/ Bag: Nine West (old)

Hope you enjoy the pics and sorry for the long post but I had to share. THE END!!!

Love,

T’wana

TAG The 10 Things We Love The Most

Hi my wonderful bloggies, it's been too long and I miss you guys. I got this TAG from the lovely Lady Nini and I thought it was a great way to let you guys know a little more about me besides the obvious fact that i'm obsessed with fashion. This was perfect timing since I haven't been able to upload any outfit posts until tomorrow.

Rules:

1. Disclose the name of the blog that gave us the TAG

http://insidemywardrobeblog.blogspot.com

2. Show 10 images of things I love the most:

(without any order of preference)

Family

This is my too cool for school baby boy M'kai who I recently learned will be transferring from grade 3 to 4 because he's too advance for the class. Proud parent!

My hun

The wonderfully supportive man behind the cam who insists on bombarding me with his creative advice which I have yet to take but will soon. =) I promise! Love you hun (I know you're reading this).

Tigers

I have a SICK SICK obsession with tigers and I can't really explain why. I just do! So much so that I fantasize about saving them all. Don't judge me! LOL

Music

Music is my medicine of choice. It truly is a universal language.

Art

I'm always drawn to these types of abstract art or any thing that was birth from the creative process actually.

Beaches

The picture speaks for itself.

Mudslides

Combine this with the photo above and i'm in heaven. =)

Cruises

Not too long went on my 7th and i'm ready to go again.

Movie night

I always look forward to this.

Magazines & blogging

I can consume myself with these things for hours.

3. Pass the TAG to 10 other blogs

• Nene the Fashionista
• Fashion Pad
• JelenaR
• Diary of a fashionista
• Karie Kimberly
• Inner of Beauty
• Allthingsnew
• Elle-tea
• And Mary
• One Creates Oneself

4. Warn the blogs on the passage of the TAG