Weight loss required a new level of acceptance.  When you're accustomed to a way of living, a standard of existence for more than half of our life, understanding the internal journey of being catapulted into a new of living is frightening [Let the record show, I am NO way sad that I am a smaller size].  However, the school of acceptance of one's self in totality was in session during this phase of my life.  The student and the professor, learning from the one governing a new course [the soul within this new frame].  Unexpected exposure, emotional findings, not-so-glamorous realities...in the midst of it all, I find reward. I became aware of the true essence of me, I've learned it was OK to become best friends with the perfect imperfections, the sweet complexities.  And I am eager to grow and experience a world of living beyond me!  And I am owning me, every step of the way!


                                




Transparency inspires me to invite you into a journey of weight loss being more than just a physical transformation.  Vulnerability frees me up to tell you that I'm STILL on that journey embracing every mountaintop and every deep valley.  Slaying looks along the way!!!


Disclaimer - Beautiful people this is my personal and individual journey to my weight loss being more than just a physical journey, but a formal introduction to me!  And the beginning of owning me! 


To The Look - I am LIV-ING for minimalist fashion! Sleek, understated.  The style really allows me to be creative with make-up & play up fabulous accessories!  Minimalist style is not distracting, it calls to the carpet what's going on in the inside.  I am more aware of how I feel when my wardrobe is most basic. Some times, I have to give myself a pep talk, other times, I excitedly await for what the day has in store!

This week's blog posts were so much fun to shoot!  It feels good to let go, breathe easy, relish in freedom!  Embrace a new piece of your beautiful personality, live in the moment! Allow the universe the pleasure of getting to know you!  That was the theme behind this week's edition to the #BlazersNJackets series on the blog! 


Now, this look was styled with party, party, party in mind!  Celebrate the start of the weekend with a fun graphic tee, and edgy platform bootie, statement piece and clutch that allows you to quick access to all things needed to enjoy a night out on the town!

Shoes - ShoeDazzle | Handbag - F21 (Elle's Closet)

The look was styled with subtle textures in mind.  The shoe, the jacket, clutch & the legging shared the sample texture.  Typically this just might be a fashion faux pas, but we can get a way with this faux pas, because of their subtlety. 


I definitely realize that this is a bold look for many, however, you may decide to take one edgy piece to add to your styled look.  And that's fine!  As long as you never loose your edge.

Jacket & Pants - Elle's Closet | Graphic Tee - 5 Below | Necklace H&M

 



Xoxo,
Elle D

There are times when the event calls for a casual look, what shall I do?  I must admit, although, I have expanded my closet to include more casually chic shoes, sneakers & garments, I have been more than negligent in creating a look for the blog!  So, I decided to incorporate a pair of casual leather Adidas sneakers, a look that can be worn to any casual outing requiring a bit of walking for maximum styling comfort. 


For the first look in the second installment of the #Blazer&Jackets series, we are snatching all casual culottes, our favorite classic tees, cross-body handbags, casual sneakers for a look that will still turn heads and provide all the comfort a stylish woman can have! 


Now for the look!

Blazer - (old) | Top & Bag - American Eagle | Culottes - H&M | Shoes - Adidas | Scarf - Old Navy

Friday is my favorite day of the week for MANY reasons!  It's the end of the work week, time to relax, take a breather from working hard, maybe grab a cocktail or four!  Happy hour with girlfriends, date night w/ bae, etc! And it all begins with casual Fridays in the office, this look was styled with casual Friday at the office in mind by day, and happy hour & cocktails by night!


This look we are still styling the ivory blazer with the same style concepts.  The silhouette of this blazer is an oversized/boyfriend cut.  For full-figured/curvy body types, add a skinny jean, legging -- yes, in this case leggings are appropriate -- This garment has enough length to adorn a legging in the office and you could most definitely rock it with professionalism & class on a casual work day. To keep this office look well-groomed, I wore a loose-fitting denim top to allow for an easy transition on the eye to the ripped denim jeans.  It wouldn't be right, if I did not add a dose of funky with this tribal printed red bootie & clutch, making this look an easy transition into night on the town!


Remember to rock the best accessory possible, your smile! 

Blazer - Thrifted | Top - Target | Jeans - Old Navy | Booties - Shoe Dazzle | Purse - Ebay

Xoxo,
Elle D

This week we're styling a blazer silhouette that considered oversized, which is very much on trend for this winter.  This style of blazer is bit tricky, however.  If worn on a fuller figured frame, this style can draw attention to areas we'd like to conceal.  However, there are few style tricks that I employ when styling a look featuring boyfriend or oversized blazers!


This look features a striped mini & thigh high boots.  We rounded out the look with minimal accessories, stud earrings & a small clutch, as to keep the look clean, polished & chic.  We want to draw the attention to an area of the body we find flattering!  This is the perfect opportunity to pair a more fitted style garment to your look.  Accentuate your curves with a body con midi, show off a little thigh with a mini & thigh high boots, and never forget to rock that smile! 

Blazer - Thrifted (old) | Skirt - Old Navy | Boots - Just Fab | Top - F21(old)

Clutch - Victoria Secret (gifted)

 






Xoxo,
Elle D.

I've never been one to adhere to fashion do's or fashion don'ts.  My main style tips encourages looks that are complimentary to your individual personality, the message you're communicating to your audience and ensuring a proper fit.  A fashion don't for many years for curvier & fuller frames, and one I unsubscribed to some time ago is very much on trend for winter! Black & white stripes and prints can be the cherry on the very top of your sundae. It can be the focal point of your look, or the subtle accessory to a bold color or print. 
For this look, black & white stripes were my statement piece. Suspenders were my accessory! Paired with my 'can't get enough of' high-waited denim skinnies from Forever 21.

Xoxo,

Elle DeWanna

Taking family photos, what to wear?! We were looking for a relaxed approach to our Christmas photos this year.  One, where the style was effortless, organic.  While style is definitely a part of my inspiration behind each look, we wanted an on trend look for our photos!!