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

Styled by L&L Boutique

L&L Boutique had the opportunity to accessorize the J.L. Alston Ensemble and musicians at Greater Ransom Way of The Cross Temple in Henderson, NC. Bishop Johnny L. Alston, Pastor. How can L&L help bring some color to your group or choir?

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

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