12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS LOOK 8: REMIX OF CHRISTMAS PASS

On the 9th day of Christmas my fashion fairy gave to me....

A remix from Christmas Past

Last year I wore these sequin cigarette pants and they were a big hit.  I wanted to show that fashion doesn't mean that you buy something new every year!!! So for this outfit we remix the sequin pants by adding a leather jacket and lace sweater with velvet bra.  

I decided to let these pants shine as they are suppose to and kept everything plain.  

OUTFIT DETAIL

Jacket: Dia & Co

Lace Sweater: Lorallette

Pants: Lane Bryant (they are from last year but here are some that are similar)

12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS LOOK 6: UGLY SWEATER W. FUN WITH FRIENDS

On the 6th day of Christmas my fashion fairy gave to me....

An ugly shirt for my ugly sweater party w. FWF

For the third year in a row, I attended the ugly sweater Christmas party thrown by Fun with Friends.

I always enjoy this party and it has become one of my holiday traditions to attend with my girl Camelia.

The best DJ ever...I come out for Taela Naomi every year

There is always great people, great dancing and a great DJ.  This year we had three!  One even came all the way from across the pond.

Because the night is filled with dancing, I decided to not do a sweater but a shirt in order to remain cool and keep dancing.

This shirt was simple but very festive.  Paired with black sneakers and some breathable paint I was able to stay on the dance floor all night long.

FWF believes in philanthropy as well as fun!  As well as a ugly sweater everyone donated a gift the owner of the club.  She let the crowd now that FWF help her to reach her goal of 5,000 toys to give out to kids of parent who are incarcerated or on hard times.
Isn't that just amazing.

Top three ugly sweater...I really liked the one far right

Winner of the Ugly Sweater Contest 5 years in a row DAAAAAME!!!

Outside of a bartender with an attitude and the coat check girl trying  to charge extra for my small book bag, (yep I tell you when your events are doing right and when they are doing wrong) the event was amazing.

This is such a great time and such a great crowd I will defiantly party with FWF for years to come.

Outfit Details

Bomber Sneakers: Target

Shirt Pants and hat: Ashley Stewart ***click here to purchase***

photos credit to FWF

12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS LOOK 5: FB LIVE WITH DIA AND CO

On the 5th day of Christmas my fashion fairy gave to me....

Pleated leather skirt and Bird Shirt w. Dia & Co. FB live

On Monday, I had the pleasure of talking with Dia & Co on fashion how to handle family member during the holidays.

As I am doing "12 Dresses of Christmas" and Dia was doing "12 days of Dia", it was a great way to bring the two worlds together.



Along with our host Ashby, I was chatting next to some amazing women. The panel consist of Jessica Torres and Kayla who works for Dia. Also, artist Jonquel was drawing two winners of our FB live. How great is that?

For this event outfit I decided to wear an outfit ready to go from work to fun. I love this outfit because it worked perfect for my office but was able to work well on camera.

Outfit Detail

Skirt and Top: Simply Be 

***click here to purchase***

Below is a link to the video and our great conversation.

12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS LOOK 4: BLACK & GOLD W. TRACY ELLIS ROSS COLLECTION

ON THE 4TH DAY OF CHRISTMAS MY FASHION FAIRY GAVE TO ME...

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BLACK JUMPSUIT & GOLD QUILTED JACKET

Nothing says holiday like Black and Gold together.  This year I paired my my gold quilted jacket with the new Tracy Ellis Ross Jumper from J.C. Penny.
This jumper is strapless and very roomy.  It moves a lot and works well for my height.  Also I love how roomy it was.  It gave me the ability to show off what I like and hide what I didn't.

I paired the jumper with black and gold jewelry and a very red holiday lipstick. Also, my white and gold clutch from two seasons ago has made a comeback this year.  

This is one of the easiest outfits I have every put together and the most fun. Thank you to JC Penny and Traci Ellis Ross for creating this fabulous collection

Outfit Details

Jumper: JCPenny

Jacket: Eloquii via Dia & Co

12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS OUTFIT 1- THANKSGIVING AND CHILL-Y SWEATER

HELLO MY STYLISTA!!!!

Well the year is almost over and what a year we had(again)!!!  As America seem to be very much in their feelings (both good and bad ways), my life has manage to grow and change as well.  I've missed you guys.  My masters program did take priority and I'm sorry for not giving you guys content.  But I rather give none if I cant give my all.  I am thankful to all of you who have hung in there with me over the past years of the "12 Dresses" takeover.  You guys let me know when I'm doing good and I love you for that. I've enjoyed all my stylista crew and very happy to give you guys this before the end of the year.

So its with that love that I bring you The 12 Dresses of Christmas.  That good old Fashion Fairy is back and taking over N.E.C. STYLE once again!!!! Can you believe its been  4 years now!!!! WOW.  This year she I've been blessed to model all 12 holiday looks!!! Hope your ready to get sick of me! All outfits will have links to purchase so don't worry.  If you like it, you can buy it!!!

Happy Holiday's everyone!

NEC Style out...Fashion Fairy in.

On the first day of Christmas my Fashion Fairy gave to me....

Thanksgiving and Chill-e Sweater

I love wearing a cozy knit sweater for Thanksgiving.  This year I hosted at my house and I wanted to wear something comfortable but cute.  (I am the style blogger of the family...have to live up to the hype).

This off the shoulder sweater was PERFECT!!! I wore it slightly off the shoulder and love that the sweater allowed for some versatility.  The tall swede boots and leggings were a perfect match to keep the look comfy but cozy.  I needed minimal makeup and jewelry for this look (don't want to look too done up) but make sure I added a little bling in my cocktail ring.

 I had a great time this Thanksgiving and got a chance to really laugh with my family.  This was a successful Thanksgiving outfit.

 OUTFIT DETAILS

 Sweater, Headscarf, Leggings: Lane Bryant

Shoes: AVENUE

Click hear off the shoulder sweater and leggings

(sweater is now 40% off)

photographer: Afro-vocative

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12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS NO. 11: SPARKLE AND ROSE GOLD

 On the 11th day of Christmas my Fashion Fairy gave to me.....

Sequins Dress from Eloquii

 NOW THIS IS WHAT I CALL A PARTY DRESS!!!!

The sequins on the Eloquii dress changes change to gold, black, silver, yellow and pink sparkles as you run you hands across it.  I spent a good 10 min changing the colors on my dress the first time I tried it on.  (Side Bar: Mini me took one looked at me, shook her head and retreated back into her video games....oh well)

To keep  the party going I added more sparkle with my gold clutch bag and rose gold heels.  Two things to love about this bag: the gold chain and its ability to become a side bag.  Being from NYC,  I need a bag that I can change to go over my shoulder keeping my hands free. 
Added the rose gold strappy heels to complement the pink in the dress.

I didn't add any jewelry to this look (I am the sparkle and shine).

Just a little peplum leather jacket, I'm ready to party my New Years Eve Away!!!!

 OUTFIT DETAILS

 Dress: Eloquii

Jacket: Lane Bryant

Bag: Torrid (no longer available)

Shoes: Ashley Stewart (no longer available)

jacket sponsored by Lane Bryant

photos by MGP photography

12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS DRESS 10: NEW YEARS EVE DRESS

On the 10th Day of Christmas My Fashion Fairy gave to me....

GCGme High Slit Maxi Dress

Analise High Slit Maxi

 Hey Stylistas!!!! I hope everyone enjoyed their Christmas.  May you received everything you wanted and spent time with family ad friends!!!

Christmas is over but the 12 Dresses of Christmas continues with looks perfect for New Year Eve!!!

GCGme designs, contemporary women's apparel and fashion accessories.   Their designs focus on giving strong key pieces in bold colors, to make a effortless statement where ever you go. 
GCGme reached out to me to show off their dresses in plus size.  Dress sizes start at a small and goes up to a 4xl.

I'm wearing a 3xl in the Maxi.  I decided to go with their High slit maxi for one reason....to show a little leg.  I love to show you can have a little leg shown no matter what your size. 

Link to purchase this dress is HERE

The Bag can also be found at GCGme.com.  This bag comes in several colors to match the color of your dress.

Click HERE to purchase bag

photos by MGP photography

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12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS NO. 9: WAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS...

On the 9th day of Christmas my Fashion Fairy gave to me....

Flannel Pajamas from Simply Be....

Click HERE to see more Pajamas from Simply Be

We LOVE preparing for Christmas morning the night before Christmas.  What better way to do it then in PJ's.  Wrapping gifts, checking off your list, fixing cookies and homemade cocoa is a tradition for Mini me and I. 

My Christmas gift to you guys is my homemade cocoa recipe.

N.E.C. Style Homemade Hot Cocoa

Ingredients

• 2 Hershey Milk Chocolate Bars
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ⅓ cup hot water
• ⅛ tsp salt
• 4 cups milk (Dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Whipped Cream to top
• Nutmeg
• Cinnamon

Instructions

1. Melt Chocolate bar in microwave
2. Combine the chocolate, sugar, water, and salt in a medium saucepan.
3. Over medium heat, stir constantly until the mixture simmers. Cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
4. Stir in the milk and heat, but do not boil.
5. Remove from the heat and add vanilla; stir well. .
6. Top with Cream, shake ground cinnamon and nutmeg on top. Serve immediately

Additions

Grown-up Flava: Add some Kahlua or peppermint flavored Delete repeated word

Want some Spice: Add some chili powder to step 2

Merry Christmas To All My

STYLISTAS!!!!

photo by MGP photography

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12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS DRESS 8 DOWNTOWN CHIC

On the eighth day of Christmas my Fashion Fairy gave to me....

Velvet & Jeans

 I wanted to do something with jeans that was still sexy.  This velvet trim body suit and velvet bra complements my curves perfectly. 

To add some edge I paired with a leather peplum jacket and for color my pompom heels.  Add dark jegging and we're ready to party the night away!!!

OUTFIT DETAIL

Jacket: Ashley Stewart

Body Suit: Lane Bryant

Velvet Bra: Lane Bryant

Jeans: Avenue

Shoes: Avenue

Outfit sponsored by Lane Bryant and Avenue

photos by MGP Photos

12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS DRESS 7: LBD

On the 7th day of Christmas my Fashion Fairy Gave to me...

Little Black Dress by Avenue

 A little black dress will always be the staple dress for the holiday.  When wearing a black dress, you want to add color to stop if from being dull.  For the dress, we added a punch of color in the shoes. 

As I was taking the photo I started to draw a small crowd which always worries me.  I wonder what's the stares are about? After looking at the photos I understood why.  The dotted dress and pompom shoes were perfect for a night on the town.  Plus when they see a plus girl with a dress up to her knees the marvel at her confidence.  Me....I didn't even notice.  It was a beautiful yet simple dress

Add a sequins belt to add some texture and define the waist.

THATS ALL SHE NEEDS!!!

OUTFIT DETALS

Dress & Shoes by: Avenue

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photos by Morgan

12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS DRESS 6: NOT SO UGLY SWEATER

On the 6th day of Christmas my Fashion Fairy gave to me....

Christmas sweater from Avenue

 This year I attended the ugly sweater party thrown by FWF for the second year in a row.  I love this party SO much.  Its probably one of the most chill group of young black professional party groups I have been apart of and they throw AMAZING parties.

For my sweater I decided to wear my glasses and ears (just like my reindeer).  For makeup, I kept is simple and plain so my sweater shine in all its un-uglyness.

OUTFIT DETAIL

Sweater: Avenue

Jeans: Avenue

Boot: Avenue

photo byMGP

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12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS: DRESS 5 WINTER FLORAL BY SIMPLY BE

On the 5th day of Christmas my Fashion Fairy gave to me....

Simply Be Body Con Floral Dress

Yes I said it....ya girl has gone body con (but just for the holiday).  I don't wear bodycon (mostly because of the undergarments required to make it look good) but Simply Be makes a great bodycon for the over 24 women

I loved the floral and the dark burgundy color so much and thought it would be perfect dress to go from day to night. 

 

 OUTFIT DETAIL

Dress: SimplyBe

Tights and Shoes: Avenue

2 finger ring: Stylist own

photo by: MGP