Jalisa’s Fashion Files

Hey Loves!

Today's post is 100% inspirational for me and I hope it is for you, too! The minute I saw this dress from Dorothy Perkins (which is currently $17 here!) I immediately began to imagine how it would look with royal purple accents and embellished pieces. I spotted this Fendi purse a few days ago and have been swooning over it ever since. Yeah, it's quite pricey, but a girl can certainly dream! Ah, the outfits I'd create for this purse..well, in the meantime, I'll just have to continue to create virtual looks, haha! 

Thanks so much for stopping by and have an awesome day!

XO,

Jalisa

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TEE: Max Studio from Marshalls (similar style on sale here) // NECKLACE: c/o Happiness Boutique (available for pre-order here)  // PANTS: Dalia from Marshalls (similar style on sale here)  // SUNGLASSES: Salvatore Ferragamo (similar style here)  // CLUTCH: Ann Taylor Loft (similar style on sale here)  // SHOES: Nine West (similar style on sale here)

*The scroll bar is showing different colors, click the image to access the color & style similar to what I'm wearing :)

Happy Hump Day!

Today's post is yet another bold look featuring a combination of mixed patterns and punches of color. This would be the perfect option to wear to work; you could substitute the colorful heels with basic black pumps and add a solid black blazer to tone down the look, but I would personally wear it as is in the office :) I've been on the hunt for a statement layered necklace for a while now and the one's I've come across didn't offer enough detail and layers as I would've liked. So when I was presented with the opportunity to collaborate with Happiness Boutique and saw their selection of statement necklaces, I was floored! This, to me, is the perfect versatile statement necklace anyone can own. Why? It can dress up any basic tee and would look amazing gracing the collar of a basic white button-up! I loved how it looked with this striped tee because it fit perfectly within the neckline, yet had a bit of an overlap, which I really really loved! 

Now I know that there are many of you out there that feel insecure about your wider hips and butt, and so you turn to black as a way to conceal what I feel you should really embrace! The way to embrace those bountiful curves is to create some dimension up top and this can be done quite easily using some very simple styling strategies. For one, when wearing a bold colored pant like the one I'm wearing, opt for additional color, white, or a striped tee (this will visually widen your upper body) to balance out the attention placed on the hips. To complete the look, add a statement necklace to once again create some interest to your upper body and to add some dimension, since most of yours will be in the hips and booty (ain't nothin' wrong with that honey)! 

I hope this post was helpful and most of all, inspirational! Don't forget to check out Happiness Boutique for some awesome and affordable statement pieces!

XO, 

Jalisa

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PONCHO: Caché (similar style here)  //  SHORTS: Marshalls (similar style here)  // NECKLACE: Charming Charlie (similar style here)  // BRACELET: Alexis Bittar from TjMaxx (similar style here)  // SHOES: Gucci from DSW (similar style on sale here)

Hey Babes!

I love to wear ponchos every season, they're comfy and add interest and dimension to any outfit, making it a fun piece to work with. This look features my summer poncho which is one of my favorite summer pieces because of the color and print combination. It also has small perforated holes all throughout, making it breathable and more comfortable to wear this time of year. I decided to pair it with a pair of white color blocked shorts, which tied in with the black and white found within the print. For the shoes, I selected a purple pair to pull out the color found within the poncho, since the dominant color of the piece is pink. 

As I mentioned earlier, ponchos are a favorite of mine because the provides physical comfort, but emotional as well! With a poncho, it's easier to conceal the aftermath of a hefty meal, while remaining chic and secure, hehe! 

Thank so much for stopping by and I hope your day is amazing! 

XO, 

Jalisa

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DRESS: Aritzia (similar style on sale here) //  VEST: TWO by Vince Camuto from Marshalls (here) //  SUNGLASSES: Salvatore Ferragamo (similar style here) //  PURSE: Marc Jacobs from Nordstrom (similar style here)  // SHOES: GUESS from Marshalls (similar style on sale here) // STONE BRACELET: c/o Chloe + Isabel (here)

Happy Monday!

I hope you all had an awesome weekend! To start of your week, I'm sharing this look that features an extremely versatile piece, a fitted lace dress. I've worn this dress twice on the blog and this is the casual option (the other styles can be found here & here). I'm all in favor for pieces that can help make my life easier by providing more outfit options and I'm sure you are too! If you have a favorite lace dress in your closet, even if it's in a more formal color like black, try pairing it with a denim vest or jacket and wedges or even mules; it will instantly dress down the lace, while adding texture and interest to a simple look. 

I hope this post gave you some ideas for working with your favorite lace dress. You can also use these tips when working with a lace skirt as well. To maintain that dress down feel, I'd suggest wearing a simple tank or white tee for a causal chic vibe ;)

XO,

Jalisa

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TANK: Cynthia Rowley from Marshalls (similar style here)  // PANTS: Dorothy Perkins (similar style here) // NECKLACE: Charming Charlie (similar style on sale here)  // SUNGLASSES: Salvatore Ferragamo (similar style here) // PURSE: Gucci (similar style here)

Happy Friday!

It's finally the weekend, woohoo! I'm so ready to relax tomorrow and perhaps lounge at the beach because this week has been a whirlwind to say the least! Anyway, this look is perfect for a relaxed weekend. It's simple and bold at the same time. I love when my accessories and printed pieces work together to create a cohesive flow that gives the perception of me really trying, when in reality I didn't, haha! That's the fun part of boho and Indie inspired outfits; the prints and accessories do the talking. With that said, printed pants are not to be avoided because they create interest and make the whole process of finishing the look that much easier, since you can simply pull colors out of the print for your top and call it a day OR opt for white, which is always safe. Add a necklace to balance out the print on the bottom, essentially creating interest from top to bottom, which is more eye appealing. Then, layer on those treasured arm candies and voilà, you're look is done!

I hope you have a wonderful weekend and feel free to share your plans in the comment's section!

XO,

Jalisa

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