Jalisa’s Fashion Files

FAUX FUR VEST: TjMaxx // LEATHER JACKET: Michael Kors (Marshalls) // SWEATER: H&M // JEANS: New York & Company (HERE) // BOOTS: Nine West // PURSE: Tory Burch (similar HERE)

Happy Saturday!

It's the second day of spring and let me just say, it doesn't feel or look like it at all here in New York. Yesterday, we had snow and it's been freezing; I don't remember it ever being like that in years past. It's so weird because last week had days that felt more like spring. I guess winter doesn't want to let go! With that, I've been hesitant to pack away my winter pieces, which includes my chunky cowl neck sweater I'm wearing here. Since it hasn't been that cold that I needed to wear a heavy coat, I opted for some basic layering to keep me warm. One of my favorite ways to wear a fur (faux) vest during the fall and start of spring, is to layer it over a leather jacket. It provides some dimension and of course, added warmth. I feel this look would be great for a night out on the town, if you're experiencing some colder weather, which I know many of you are; I've read some posts on Instagram! 

On another note, how awesome is the graffiti on this wall, which has such a great message, "all we got is us." It's so true. All we have in life is each other, we all need one another, yet many people tear each other down in so many ways. We can change this, though. Let's purpose to be kind and treat others how we'd like to be treated, which will then spark a change in who we meet (hopefully) and so it will continue and maybe, just maybe, the world can become a better place :)

Have a fun and chic weekend!

With lots of love, 

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FAUX FUR JACKET: Little Mistress (HERE) // CHIFFON BLOUSE: Forever Unique (HERE) // BRACELET: Bali Couture (Tjmaxx similar HERE) // JEANS: 7 for all mankind (similar HERE) // SHOES: Nine West (similar HERE) 

Hey Girlies,

Today's post is one that I feel truly represents my personal style; glam and girly! I often say that when you don't know what to wear, black and white are sure to come to the rescue! What I love about these two classic color pairings, is that there are so many pieces that incorporate both, essentially making it much easier to look polished and put-together, even if you weren't necessarily trying, like with this faux fur coat! I believe faux fur pieces are essential in every woman's closet, regardless of her personal style because they can be worn and styled in so many different and unique ways that will be sure to exude the mood of choice. When it's a black and white fur, the possibilities are truly endless! To make the look more glam, I paired it with an embroidered top and wide legged jeans. I need to get myself a pair of black aviators because that would've really completed the look, which still looks great without, but would've looked better :) I always suggest pointed-toe shoes when wearing wide legged denim because I feel it counteracts the width when some length is added. 

Below are some suggestions I created on wearing a fur coat for your body shape, I hope you find it helpful! PS: I'm wearing the pear shape version :)

With lots of love,

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BLAZER: Missguided (HERE) // TANK: Cynthia Rowley (Marshalls) // JEANS: Marshalls (similar HERE) // NECKLACE: Gorjana // BRACELET: Satya // SHOES: BCBGeneration (Marshalls similar HERE) 

It's Friday, which means many of us will be going out tonight to start off the weekend! I believe this look is perfect for a Friday night out because it's edgy, yet chic. If you ever find yourself at a loss of ideas for a night out, you can never go wrong with black and nude. If you don't have anything nude, no worries, black and white would also work ;) 

I absolutely love this blazer, which I purchased over a month ago; it goes with everything! It was inspired by Kim Kardashian's favorite Balmain leather blazer that she's been  wearing a lot. I do want to mention that if you do purchase it, it does run a bit small; the UK sizes run smaller than the U.S. I ordered the 6 and it's a little snug on the arms. I'm typically a 0, 2, or XS in blazers. What I love about it is that it can be worn over a dress, with blue or black jeans, leggings, or even a pair of dressier shorts, as it begins to warm up. I decided to pair it with a pair of mid-rise black jeans with a leather trim because I liked how it blended with the leather blazer, but you could of course pair it with a pair of plain or distressed black jeans. When it comes to shoes, you could either wear nude or black. Both these colors will help to elongate the body, providing height and a leaner effect to the thighs. 

I hope you enjoyed this post! This look would be great for all of the body shapes, with some minor adjustments. I'd suggest the white blazer look for my pear shapes, as it will highlight the upper body :)

With lots of love,

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BLOUSE: H&M (similar style HERE) // SKIRT: Little Mistress (HERE) // BRACELET: Bali Couture (similar HERE) // PURSE: Zac Posen (TjMaxx similar style HERE) // SHOES: BCBGeneration (Marshalls similar style HERE) 

Happy Monday!

Today's outfit inspiration is perfect for spring, as it incorporates nude shades and lady like feels, with the embellished top, a-line midi skirt, and structured bow detailed satchel. I think navy and nudes are a perfect combination, especially when transitioning from winter to spring, as I've mentioned in previous posts. The reason is that navy is a cool toned color, which is synonymous with winter, and of course it's dark. The nude or blush toned pinks help soften a look that features navy, making it more light in feel, perfect for spring. 

Midi skirts have made a huge comeback within the last year or so and I personally love them! It's refreshing to see some sort of lady like inspiration, since we've been seeing a lot more risqué pieces, such as see through bodysuits and dresses. However, I don't necessarily feel that they are flattering for everyone, particularly petites. The reason is that they're so long and can appear as though it's too much or overwhelming on a petite frame, which can give off a girl like feel instead of a lady like vibe. There are still options for those who like this lady like feel and are petite. One could opt for something along the lines of what I suggested for the apple shapes below. It gives off the same exact feel as the look I'm wearing, it's just shorter, exposing more of the leg. Even though more leg is showing, the a-line cut of the dress still reads lady like. Remember that a-line skirts or dresses flatter every body shape. I just created some alternative looks to give some other ideas as to how you can wear or style a similar look.

As always, I hope you felt inspired and try recreating the looks on yourselves and if you do, please share by tagging me wherever you post! 

With lots of love,

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BLAZER: LuLu's (HERE) // T-SHIRT: Marshalls (similar HERE) // SCARF: Joie (similar HERE) // JEANS: New York & Company (HERE) // SHOES: Nine West (similar HERE) PURSE: Gucci (similar HERE) // WATCH: Michael Kors (HERE) // BRACELET: Bali Couture (TjMaxx similar HERE) 

Hello all my fabulous ladies,

I hope you're all having a good start to your weekend so far! I wanted to give you all an idea of what you can wear out tonight or even for work on Monday morning. I know, you must be thinking, gurrrrl, my mind is so far away from Monday! It is good to plan your outfits ahead, though, so at least keep it in the back of your mind for Sunday night ;) Like I said, this outfit would be a great option to wear tonight, if you'll be going out to a restaurant with the girls, your hubby, or both! 

If you ever wondered what a New Yorker style is like, this pretty much sums it up. In NYC, you'll tend to see a lot of black, grey, and grey with some pops of color, so this would be a great option for those of you who are planning on visiting NYC soon and want to blend in a bit ;) Much of the snow on the streets are melting, although the huge piles that are on every corner will take a couple of months to dissolve; they're that huge! 

The look that I'm wearing would be ideal for a hourglass or rectangular shape and the other two shapes, I created looks for. You may be wondering why I would wear a look that would be ideal for those two shapes, when I'm a pear shape. The reason is that since I'm wearing black on both the top and bottom, not one area of my body is more prominent than the other, so it works and it's definitely a look the pear shape can pull off. I wouldn't necessarily suggest it for all my apple shapes because you have thinner legs and hips as it is and black will tend to visually slim them down even more and while you'll still be wearing a black blazer that would visually slim the area, it won't be anything that would be drastic compared to the effect created to the slimming of your leg, but that's only a suggestion :)

Again, I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

With lots of love,

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