Feminine Fall

On November 27, 2018November 27, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn Fall, Fashion, Petite, Street Style1 Comment

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If you’ve been following me for a while, you will know that I’m a huge fan of streamlined, tailored pieces because I’m extra petite. These kinds of pieces are fluid and straight throughout so it doesn’t drown my stature.

So when I began to experiment with wider shapes, like these wide leg pants, I was a little worried that it wouldn’t work. The idea I had worked up in my mind was imaginatively perfect, but of course things sometimes don’t work out. Like the time I tried over-sized coats or ankle boots that ran directly across your ankles. It really looked like I was 5 and playing dress up and the booties cut my body up, making me even shorter.

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… but in this case, I tailored the pants to my exact shape and voila! .. it was perfection. Aside from the successful experiment, the color combination of this outfit screams pure Femininity. .. As the word runs along this tee.

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I love every thing about being feminine and fearless. And this outfit proves just that. When you dress amazingly, you feel amazing.

XX. Valentine

Zara Moto Jacket* (Similar HERE & HERE) | H&M Motif Tee | H&M Trousers | Charles David Pumps* (Similar HERE) | BP Sunglasses* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Chloe Nile Dupe

*no longer available

Leopard Love

On November 19, 2018November 19, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn Fall, Fashion, Neutrals, Petite, Street Style, WinterLeave a comment

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Name someone that doesn’t love leopard in the Fall because it’s definitely a staple for me. …Or technically I wear it year round but I wear it so much more this season.

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I also added a white tweed coat to bring in all the colors of this tunic. Yes I said tunic; because of my small stature it works perfectly as a dress.

Sometimes, good things come in different forms. On a taller person this tunic would hit at the hips.

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Do you have/find pieces that work in more than one way for your stature? Share your thoughts below. I’d love to know!

XX. Valentine

Zara Coat* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Zara Leopard Tunic* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Joie OTK Boots* (Similar HERE & HERE) | H&M Fedora* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Zara Bag (Similar HERE & HERE)

Fall Must-Haves

On November 13, 2018November 13, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn Fall, Fashion, Forever 21, Neutrals, Petite, Street Style, Sweater WeatherLeave a comment

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Fall is here! This is the ONE season I wait for all year and most times it doesn’t stay long enough for me to enjoy the colors. I try to get up north as much as I can when it nears this season because the colors are most prominent and available there.

In the cities, you get some trees that have changed and the rest have already fallen off the branches. But what else is exciting about Fall?! Warm, cozy sweaters, beautiful coats and cute BOOTS! .. and more ..

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I go crazy over Fall Shopping so my wallet remains REALLY skinny around this time .. LOL! It’s because I really need those 12 white knits, 4 black boots and 5 berets .. all of which are in different tones.

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If Fall isn’t going to linger long enough, I guess I’ll just find the colors in my wardrobe.

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What are your Fall obsessions? .. I definitely have WAY TOO MUCH to hold in two hands.

XX – Valentine.

Forever 21 Trench | ASOS Knit* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Levi’s 710 Denim* (Similar HERE) | Steve Madden Pumps* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Forever 21 Bag | Leopard Beret* (Similar HERE) | Ann Taylor Earrings* (Similar HERE & HERE)

*no longer available

Summer days gone ..

On August 7, 2018November 13, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn FashionLeave a comment

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It has come to another end … until next time sunshine days and summer dresses.

XX- Valentine.

Forever 21 Midi Dress | Lace-Up Sandals – old (love THESE & THESE) | Cult Gaia (dupe) – Amazon | Sand Cloud Mermaid Necklace | Initial ‘V’ necklace – old (Similar HERE & HERE)

Little Havana // Hello Molly Dress

On August 2, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn Fashion, Neutrals, Petite, Spring, Street Style, Summer4 Comments

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This dress is definitely made for nights in Havana (which I’ve never been to.. but maybe someday). The flirty hem screams “let’s dance some more!” which is why I was drawn to it. I also loved the flow of fabric on this piece but I did somewhat get lost in all the volume which is why I added a waist belt.

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I cinch my waist when appropriate because it adds proportion and gives me shape. I also love that the dress falls above my knees because it doesn’t cut me off length wise.

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…And a touch of some gold heels adds charm to the dress.

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So what do you say? … Shall we go dancing in Havana?

xx. Valentine

Hello Molly Dress (Love THIS , THIS & THIS) | Zara Bag – old (Love THIS & THIS) | Michael Kors Belt – old (Similar HERE & HERE) | Zara Gold Pumps – sold out (Similar HERE & HERE) | DVF Sunglasses – old (Similar HERE) | F21 Studs (Similar HERE & HERE)

Must Have Basics // PINK

On July 25, 2018August 2, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn Fashion, Neutrals, Petite, Spring, Street Style, Summer1 Comment

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The best thing about getting dressed in the morning is having go-to basics. Blazers are something I wear a lot of because I work in an office setting but I also dress them down with jeans and shorts. I find them completely versatile and believe everyone should own a quality one or a few.

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Another great basic are jeans, whether it’s blue, white or black. I stray away from colored jeans because they’re trendy and I always find myself giving it to charity after three months. The one I have on is by Levi’s and are my favorite because of the high waist and the raw cut at the hem (which I DIY’d). It adds a twist to “basic” and adds edge to the feminine pink jacket. High waist jeans also give my petite frame some height.

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The other basics I love are white tees (also great in grey and black) and nude shoes, whether it’s heels or flats. I have a couple white tees (and am in desperate need of ALOT more), this one has the streets of New York sewn on, which again puts a ‘twist’ on basics but I love it and have worn it so much that I’m afraid it’ll soon be worn out. Lol. Otherwise I stick with solid whites (black or grey) because I dress them up or down.

And nude shoes are a MUST! .. they go with everything and they never fail to match. I have many pairs because of how fast I go through them in a year span. It’s definitely the best basic for shoes and they also elongate your stature.

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What are your go-to basics?

xx. Valentine

Zara Blazer (love THIS & THIS) | J Crew Tee | Gap High Waist Denim – old (Similar HERE) | Steve Madden Pumps – sold out (Similar HERE) | Zara Raffia Bag (love THIS)

Monday Florals // Romper Season

On July 23, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn Fashion, Petite, Spring, Street Style, Summer1 Comment

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Summer has been good this year with very few extremely hot and humid days. I don’t remember a summer this balanced and I LOVE IT! When it is extreme, I like to wear airy pieces because it keeps me cool and comfortable. This backless romper definitely saved me. It reminds me of a Zimmerman piece (which is way out of price range right now). But this is such a keeper when it’s at a fraction of the designer price.

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xoxo.

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What’s your favorite summer go to?

xx. Valentine

Shein Romper, sold out (Similar HERE & HERE)| Zara Raffia Bag (love THIS & THIS & THIS) | Steve Madden Pumps – sold out (love THIS)

Summer Chic // John Lennon

On July 18, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn Fashion, Neutrals, Petite, Spring, Street Style, SummerLeave a comment

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” You say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you’ll join us. And the world will live as one.” – John Lennon

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While shopping in Target I came upon these sunglasses and E V E R Y T H I N G about John Lennon came rushing at me. Obviously his staple glasses are beyond my target purchase but I can see why his were so significant to him. I can’t explain what he felt putting them on everyday, but I will say my pair of sunglasses definitely transported me to whole ‘nother era.

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Wearing these shades takes me to his lyrics from ‘Beautiful Boy’,

.. before you cross the street, take my hand. Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans ..

Sometimes we forget to live in the moment, to enjoy current events, most of which are usually small things but make a big impact. There are the adult things, where we are planning for a future we know is not certain. We’d like to just put on shades, a facade and carry on arranging.

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..but life is too short. We should wear them to enjoy the world in the moment, as is. No planning, no organizing, nothing but the current moment.

xx. Valentine

Forever 21 Grid Top | ASOS Petite Linen Trousers | BCBG Woven Flats – old (Similar HERE & HERE) | Rattan Crossbody – Amazon (Similar HERE) | Target Sunglasses (love THESE) |Ann Taylor Hoop Earrings (old) (Similar HERE)

Linen Love // Miami Edn Two

On July 17, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn Fashion, Neutrals, Petite, Spring, Street Style, Summer1 Comment

Welcome back to Miami photoshoot TWO! This was so fun to shoot and this dress was an absolute dream, especially for the beach. I was pleasantly surprised while scrolling through Forever 21. I love how they are expanding and carrying other brands.

The dress is made of a linen material which I think is great for the warmer months. Though linen does crease very easily, I still love how the breeze flows right through so you’re kept cool.

The funny thing is, I initially planned to shoot this dress at 5 am (or between 6 and 7 am for photos with no crowd or bodies in your photos) but it was just not doable when my mind was on vacation mode. So it got pushed to 11 am; which is why the sun sat so high in the day and Miami heat is no joke. Nonetheless, I think it turned out just right. And the giant drift wood was not planned either, we came upon it while scouting for a photo spot. “It was meant to be” like my photographer had said when we encountered it.

…I definitely believe beaches heal the soul to some extent. And traveling is one of the best things someone can do to escape.

xx. Valentine

Forever 21 Dress | Chloe Nile ‘Dupe’ Handbag – Amazon

Summer Gingham & Miami Heat

On July 11, 2018 By CllSTAFFAIRSIn Fashion, Petite, Street Style, Summer8 Comments

I have only traveled to Florida once and that was with family. This time around I went with just the loved one and it was amazing! I was thoroughly enjoying my time there until … I caught swimmer’s ear on my second night. It was dreadful there on out because it was get tinges of pain from the earache.

Even though I was experiencing that, I still enjoyed every minute. And the waves are like what you see in the movies, moving so serenely in and out and the warmth was just right.

Now let’s talk about this outfit and how perfect it was for this beach day. I was thinking about the 50’s, high-waisted shorts and a gingham crop top. Did I channel that era? What’s insane is, I had only carry on luggage and managed to get seven outfits into it .. with 5 handbags and five pairs of shoes. Not excessive at all (giggles) … but really, I needed options.

There’s just so much to say about Miami … it’s definitely more than a few beaches and the weather. The people, culture, food and the sights .. it was a great! A much needed trip.

Zara Moto Jacket* (Similar HERE & HERE) | H&M Motif Tee | H&M Trousers | Charles David Pumps* (Similar HERE) | BP Sunglasses* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Chloe Nile Dupe

*no longer available

Name someone that doesn’t love leopard in the Fall because it’s definitely a staple for me. …Or technically I wear it year round but I wear it so much more this season.

I also added a white tweed coat to bring in all the colors of this tunic. Yes I said tunic; because of my small stature it works perfectly as a dress.

Sometimes, good things come in different forms. On a taller person this tunic would hit at the hips.

Do you have/find pieces that work in more than one way for your stature? Share your thoughts below. I’d love to know!

XX. Valentine

Zara Coat* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Zara Leopard Tunic* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Joie OTK Boots* (Similar HERE & HERE) | H&M Fedora* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Zara Bag (Similar HERE & HERE)

Fall is here! This is the ONE season I wait for all year and most times it doesn’t stay long enough for me to enjoy the colors. I try to get up north as much as I can when it nears this season because the colors are most prominent and available there.

In the cities, you get some trees that have changed and the rest have already fallen off the branches. But what else is exciting about Fall?! Warm, cozy sweaters, beautiful coats and cute BOOTS! .. and more ..

I go crazy over Fall Shopping so my wallet remains REALLY skinny around this time .. LOL! It’s because I really need those 12 white knits, 4 black boots and 5 berets .. all of which are in different tones.

If Fall isn’t going to linger long enough, I guess I’ll just find the colors in my wardrobe.

What are your Fall obsessions? .. I definitely have WAY TOO MUCH to hold in two hands.

XX – Valentine.

Forever 21 Trench | ASOS Knit* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Levi’s 710 Denim* (Similar HERE) | Steve Madden Pumps* (Similar HERE & HERE) | Forever 21 Bag | Leopard Beret* (Similar HERE) | Ann Taylor Earrings* (Similar HERE & HERE)

*no longer available

It has come to another end … until next time sunshine days and summer dresses.

XX- Valentine.

Forever 21 Midi Dress | Lace-Up Sandals – old (love THESE & THESE) | Cult Gaia (dupe) – Amazon | Sand Cloud Mermaid Necklace | Initial ‘V’ necklace – old (Similar HERE & HERE)

I cinch my waist when appropriate because it adds proportion and gives me shape. I also love that the dress falls above my knees because it doesn’t cut me off length wise.

…And a touch of some gold heels adds charm to the dress.

So what do you say? … Shall we go dancing in Havana?

xx. Valentine

Hello Molly Dress (Love THIS , THIS & THIS) | Zara Bag – old (Love THIS & THIS) | Michael Kors Belt – old (Similar HERE & HERE) | Zara Gold Pumps – sold out (Similar HERE & HERE) | DVF Sunglasses – old (Similar HERE) | F21 Studs (Similar HERE & HERE)

The best thing about getting dressed in the morning is having go-to basics. Blazers are something I wear a lot of because I work in an office setting but I also dress them down with jeans and shorts. I find them completely versatile and believe everyone should own a quality one or a few.

And nude shoes are a MUST! .. they go with everything and they never fail to match. I have many pairs because of how fast I go through them in a year span. It’s definitely the best basic for shoes and they also elongate your stature.

What are your go-to basics?

xx. Valentine

Zara Blazer (love THIS & THIS) | J Crew Tee | Gap High Waist Denim – old (Similar HERE) | Steve Madden Pumps – sold out (Similar HERE) | Zara Raffia Bag (love THIS)

xoxo.

What’s your favorite summer go to?

xx. Valentine

Shein Romper, sold out (Similar HERE & HERE)| Zara Raffia Bag (love THIS & THIS & THIS) | Steve Madden Pumps – sold out (love THIS)

” You say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you’ll join us. And the world will live as one.” – John Lennon

Wearing these shades takes me to his lyrics from ‘Beautiful Boy’,

.. before you cross the street, take my hand. Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans ..

Sometimes we forget to live in the moment, to enjoy current events, most of which are usually small things but make a big impact. There are the adult things, where we are planning for a future we know is not certain. We’d like to just put on shades, a facade and carry on arranging.

..but life is too short. We should wear them to enjoy the world in the moment, as is. No planning, no organizing, nothing but the current moment.

xx. Valentine

Forever 21 Grid Top | ASOS Petite Linen Trousers | BCBG Woven Flats – old (Similar HERE & HERE) | Rattan Crossbody – Amazon (Similar HERE) | Target Sunglasses (love THESE) |Ann Taylor Hoop Earrings (old) (Similar HERE)

Welcome back to Miami photoshoot TWO! This was so fun to shoot and this dress was an absolute dream, especially for the beach. I was pleasantly surprised while scrolling through Forever 21. I love how they are expanding and carrying other brands.

The dress is made of a linen material which I think is great for the warmer months. Though linen does crease very easily, I still love how the breeze flows right through so you’re kept cool.

…I definitely believe beaches heal the soul to some extent. And traveling is one of the best things someone can do to escape.

xx. Valentine

Forever 21 Dress | Chloe Nile ‘Dupe’ Handbag – Amazon

Even though I was experiencing that, I still enjoyed every minute. And the waves are like what you see in the movies, moving so serenely in and out and the warmth was just right.

There’s just so much to say about Miami … it’s definitely more than a few beaches and the weather. The people, culture, food and the sights .. it was a great! A much needed trip.

LOVED Miami … need to go back soon. <33

What is your most memorable trip?

xx. Valentine

F21 Gingham Top | F21 High Waist Shorts – old (Similar HERE & HERE) | BP Sunglasses – old (Similar HERE & HERE)