Better With Style {JLA Ensemble Fall 2013}

It has been my pleasure to be involved in the fashion design for the J.L. Alston Ensemble at my church. This Fall we have decided on the following colors; black or gray base with orange and blue (and/or white). I've put together a Style Board for both men and women. See below for my idea of how the Ensemble should look on Sunday mornings this Fall. Enjoy!

JLA Ensemble Fall 2013 Women by brilliantlybrittni 


JLA Ensemble Fall 2013 Men by brilliantlybrittni 

Fashion Friday {Going to the Movies}

Ok, who dresses up to go to the movies?  I don't! {#aintnobodygottimefordat!} I want to be comfortable, plus it's dark and no one will see what you have on any way...  This outfit is totally something I would wear to the movies, or anywhere for that matter.  Distressed jeans scream casual to me.  Like I always say, keep your basics basic and pump up the accessories.  Skinny jeans and a neutral graphic tee keep this style basic and simple.  A colored blazer because {1} I love blazers {2} It's always cold in the theaters and {3} it's an easy way to add color.  I thought the fedora was cute, plus you can hide your hair under it if you're having a bad hair day...  And yellow flats because blue and yellow love {complement} each other.  The best thing I like about this Chanel bag is that it's small and not cumbersome and it has a shoulder strap so it can stay close to you.  Whose going to the movies tonight?

Going to the Movies by bwalker

Summer Beach Look

When I saw this clutch, I knew I had to style an outfit around it. It's gorgeous and I want it in my closet, but too bad it's currently sold out, bummer! I pulled out the red-orange and mint colors and decided to keep it fresh with white shorts. You don't have to show all your goods to look good at the beach this summer! Additionally, Lena and Laine Boutique sells a pair of mint earrings that match this outfit perfectly.

Here are a few of my favorite style tips for those of you looking to achieve a similar look:

1. Don't wear more than 3 colors at a time.
2. Use one color as your base or neutral color. {in this style scenario, I used tan/gold}
3. Don't be afraid to wear different sades of the same color. {orange, coral, red-orange, tangerine...etc.}
4. Use solid colored pieces to keep the look from being too busy. {solid colored ruffle top and shorts}.

Red-Orange and Mint Summer Beach Look by bwalker featuring cuffed denim shorts

Raxevsky ruffle top
$41 - pret-a-beaute.com

Old Navy cuffed denim shorts
oldnavy.gap.com

Madden Girl wedge heel sandals
$53 - debenhams.com

Accessorize beaded handbag
accessorize.com

Bracelet jewelry
callitspring.com

Lori s Shoes chain jewelry
lorisshoes.com

Earrings: Lena & Laine Boutique

Sunday's Best {OOTD}

I know I'm late posting this, but since it was snow and ice on the ground (can't tell from this pic though) I decided to dress it down on Sunday with a jean skirt. Here are the deets;

I Love my lime green cardigan! {JC Penny}

Orange pinstriped button up {NY & Co.}

Tangeringe Flats {Target}

Jean Skirt {Thrifted}

Shades {Vintage}

Pink Paisley bow tie provided by {L&L Boutique}

Hair {Flat twist out, 2nd day}

Brittni

Wear to Work OOTD

This morning, it was so cold outside that layering was not an option.  Even now it’s still below freezing in Raleigh. So I started layering my tops, and after about 4 different combinations, this is what I came up with.  This outfit reminds me of springtime and sorbet; which are both comforting thoughts with this weather. 

Brittni C

Sweater & Blouse: NY & Co.

Necklace: Target

Earrings: L&L Boutique

Better With Style {Dressy Casual}

Sunday's Best! Putting a blazer over a ruffly blouse makes it instantly dressy. Pairing it with denim, keeps it casual. Dressy Casual at it's best =)

Denim Trousers and Blazer: New York and Co.

Purple, teal, coral floral print blouse and Tangerine flats: Target (on clearance) 

Skinny Purple Belt: thrift store

Tangerine Button Earrings: L&L Boutique

Seashell Necklace: hand crafted

Hair: High bun from a frizzed up twist out

 

www.LenaLaineBoutique.com

Better With Style {Sophisticated Chic}

Sophisticated Chic by bwalker

Woot Woot! It's Fashion Friday Lovelies! 

Red Cropped Pant
Coral Blazer
Mint Blouse
Neutral Patent Leather Heel
Gold Cuff
Peach and Gold Chandelier Earrings 

Leopard Clutch

Wear to Work - Simple but Savvy

I set my alarm to go off twice today so that I could make it to my 8:30 meeting on time. Well, that was in vain because neither one of them went off! I got dressed in a hurry, so I kept it simple today, but still savvy!

My Hair (transitioning): It got stretched yesterday from being in a high bun, so I was able to wear it straight w/o heat today. I put some rollers in that bad boy last night, took them out this morning, gave it a good shake and kept it moving! #thenaturallife

Statement Necklace: Lena & Laine Boutique

Wear to Work {OOTD}

Dressing up a Tee with accessories and a blazer.



this + this

 

this OR that?

Decided on this, and don't forget the shoes and handbag! Off to work!

Lime Green Tee 

Denim Trousers 

Tan Pinstriped Blazer 

Blue Shoes (Payless Shoes) 

Accessories: Brown head band, Blue beaded necklace (Target), Wood and Leather cuffs (Thrifted), Lime handbag, handcrafted orange button earrings and lime flower ring. 

Better With Style {Nautical Inspired}

Nautical For Her by bwalker 


Nautical for Him by bwalker 

Wear To Work: Fashion Friday! {BWS}

Thank Goodness It's Fashion Friday (TGIFF)! lol Today I'm rocking out in a tropical flavored sundress that I brought at Old Navy on clearance half priced! (Probably b/c it was an online returned maternity dress) I also got a great 4th of July clearance deal on my New York and Co. plum t-strap sandals and cardigan. And plus, I never shop at NY & Co. without a coupon. I love great deals =)
For all my naturalistas, my hair is a 3rd day BnC (braid n curl), pinned back on one side. #thenaturallife!

Jewelry: Handcrafted by Lena & Laine Boutique
Nail Polish: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri (TM) Mint Sprint

High-Low Hot Fuschia and Zebra {BWS}

High-Low Hot Fuschia and Zebra by bwalker

High Low fashion simply means you can dress it up or down. When you keep your basics simple, you can easily insert what ever color blazer or cardigan you like. KISS {keep it simple silly}

Casual Friday / Every Day

I keep my clothes basic so I can dress up with colorful accessories!

Casual Friday - Every Day by bwalker featuring a black shirt

Here's Where I bought my Items:

JC Penny- Blue Skinny Jeans, Black Tee, and Watch

Target- Handbag (last season)

Thrifted- White bead Necklace

Wish I had these shoes! - I wore white back strapped sandals from RackRoom

Wear to Work, or Not!

Neutral Base - Colorful Accessories by bwalker featuring a ruffle blouse

When you keep your pants and shirt neutral, you can high/low with fun colorful accessories. Wear the wedges and blazer to work, and sandals w/o the blazer after.

Fashion Friday {Better With Style}

I've been dabbling in some jewelry and accessory designs lately for my Boutique. Check out my recent creations and let me know what you think!?

wire wrapped rings

fabric rosette necklace

bow tie necklace

wire wrapped teal ring

adjustable tangerine bow tie

zebra cardigan

zebra scarf

wire wrapped emerald stone ring

Wear to Work

Tee shirts in various colors are an essential part of my wardrobe. I love to dress up basics and the simplicity of dressing up or dressing down a simple Tee is too easy. Today I wore a purple Tee underneath a springy green cardigan, and denim trousers. I literally have this same scoop neck Tee in 8 different colors from JC Penny's. Stay tuned this week for more Tee shirt attire ideas!

Necklace and  NY & Co.

Tee: JC Penny

Cardigan: JC Penny

Denim Trousers: NY & Co.

Wear to Work: A Week's Summary

Here are some photos that I shared with my Facebook friends last week. It's pretty much a week in summary of my wear to work attire. If this is a wardrobe category you find challenging, then I hope I can help you find some inspiration here! Happy Monday!

Wear to Work

Ideally, this is what I'm wearing to work today. I didn't like how my self photo turned out this morning, so I recreated it all for you here. I'm a big believer in dressing up a simple base (blue shirt and grey pants) with fun distracting accessories. The red purse makes this outfit pop. I also have on a white beaded necklace.

Wear to Work by bwalker featuring t shirts

Spring is Here!

Today is the first day of Spring, I've been on the countdown since 2 weeks ago and I'm so excited for some reason! Flowers are blooming, Spring showers are falling, the sun is shining, and pollen is all over the place and my allergies are already acting up! Oh yes, the joys of Spring, lol! We've been blessed here with a mild Winter and it's actually been warm enough to wear a sundress a few times in "Winter." I love long flowing sundresses. Here are some of my flirty favorites from Gap Inc Spring 2012.
Happy Spring!

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