Into the woods

Hey Stylistas and stylistos!

Fall has officially began and I wanted to put together an outfit that's transitional. 

The pants offer coverage, but is a light fabric so it won't make you sweat in the heat. The top is sleeveless with a mesh yoke to help keep you cool during those warm afternoons, but you can throw on an coat or a blazer and you'll be ready for that fall chill. 

Wearing white and black is a huge trend right now! but I thought I'd something different, and pair this black top with a soft grey. it offers contrast and lightness to the outfit without looking like a penguin or sham-mu. Cause let's face it, sham-mu is awesome, but don't mean you want to look like a killer whale. lol I didn't put to much jewelry on Mariah. Kept it clean, simple and let the sunglasses take center stage.  I am OBSESSED with round framed glasses and sunglasses.

Check out the pics below!

Tropic

Hey Stylistas and Stylistos!

It's hard to believe it's almost fall when this scorching heatwave in LA is leaving me wanting to lay in the sand by the crashing waves with a beer in hand and Joe Mangianello fanning me.....you can only dream right?!  Although I can't be in paradise, I can at least bring the tropics to you and I found this killer tropical print blazer cape at NastyGal and I just knew I had to get it! If there is anything you need to include in your closet now, is a blazer cape! its a great twist on a blazer, gives you the tailored look without feeling so confined. It also gives you a fun new silhouette to play with!

Hello 2014!

Happy new year stylistas!
I want too wish you guys nothing but happiness, love and growth! Thanks for all your support!

-B

Closet Essential | Pom Pom Beanies

Hey Stylistas!

Hope ya'll are having a great holiday season! With Christmas just passing us and New Years on the horizon, I thought I'd post up one of my fave winter accessory of the season.  If you got that extra xmas money or want to exchange that weird top you got, well blow your xmas load and get a pom pom beanie!!!!!

Below I just complied some of my fave pom pom beanies around the web (link below if you like to purchase ) just cause they're the cutest thing on the planet to wear.  Plus it's a double whammy, you look cute and get keep your noggin warm. whaaaaa? Did he just say look cute and be warm. YES I DID, Friend. YES  I DID =] 

haha check them out =]

1.  Moorea Seal Prep School Pom Pom beanie  $22

2. Stussy Retro Star Pom Pom Beanie via ASOS  $58.08

3.  Topshop Fur Pom cable beanie  $28

4.  ASOS Oversized Faux Fur Pom Pom Beanie  $25.41

5. Bernstock Spiers Veiled Beanie via FarFetch  $163.72

6.  Rella Fleece Lined Beanie via Lord & Taylor  $38

7.  Dorothy Perkins Black and White stitched Beanie  $21

8.  Wet Seal Double Pom Pom Beanie  $10.90

9.  Topshop Scandi Fairisle beanie  $28

***I do not own the pictures of the beanies, they are from the respective source name above ***

1. Source Via  Moorea Seal

2. Source Via  ASOS

3. Source Via Topshop

4. Source Via  ASOS

5. Source Via  FarFetch

6. Source Via  Lord & Taylor

7. Source Via Dorothy Perkins

8. Source Via  Wet Seal

9. Source Via  Topshop



You can def find some more beanies out there, but if you got a cute one already
showcase it by hastaging your pic on IG!!!!   
Use #Dressed2express 
Show me and the rest of the world how you stepped up your beanie game this holiday season. You could be featured on my personal and blog IG =]


Stay warm out there and Although it might be butt ass freezing
always be Dressed to Express!
xoxo
-B

 

Electrifying Chills

Hey Stylistas!

Everytime Grease come on the TV, I can't help but watch it. I gotta be singing with Sandra D,  dance like I'm at the Rydell High Homecoming, experiencing Rizzo's Prego scare, and of course have fun at the carnival. One of my fave scenes has to be when Sandy reveals her makeover by Frenchie. Wearing all black, leather and a red lip painted on. I just can't. lol So this post is on honor of Miss Sandra D transforming into her Bad B*%&H self which always give me Chills, and are always multiplying =]

 

FALL back to black

Hey Stylistas!

So there has a been a chill creep'n up on LA, and i am totally loving it! Makes me feel like fall is finally here and I'm ready to whip out the hot cocoa and cozy blankets, wrap myself in scarves and layer up with all my sweaters and jackets!!! Wouldn't hurt if I had a Ryan Gosling to cuddle with every night and if certain things happen, I am not guna complain.  I mean, it is Ryan Gosling. How can things not happen lol.

With the cold breathe of winter coming down on us, I felt inspired to do something layered. I found this killer black faux leather jacket with python textured paneling and I knew I had to just build an outfit around it. I paired it with a black jumpsuit to enhance the femininity of the outfit and layered a chiffon dress to add lightness and soften the outfit. To help add some warmth to the outfit, I incoporated gold jewelry and a pop of color in the shoes.

Body color

Hey Stylistas!!!!

I think Bod Con dresses are great, but I feel like there aren't much versatility in them, other then wearing them out to party or party, or party, lol But when I saw this water color ink splatter bod con dress, I swear i could hear angels sing. The neckline makes me swoon,  and the print made me fall in love. It made me rethink how you could work a party dress in your wardrobe. Just wear like Mariah is wear, or throw on a blazer and cute heels for a date night with the boyfriend, or swap out for a leather jacket to rock out and slay the sidewalk with the girls.

For this outfit, I just kept the jewelry simple. I wanted the star to be the dress and the accessories to enhance the outfit. The cuff rings, and heeled sandals added a level of luxury and you come out looking like a sexy, sophisticated rich bitch without looking like you tried to hard by slapping a crapload of bling on. haha. Say no to craploads of bling on your body! You are not a disco ball! especially bling with neon, uggghhhhh i shudder. lol A little sparkle never killed nobody, but don't get crazy =]

anyways, I digress. lol back to outfit. And GO!

 

Fuego

hello heat,

 I dont believe I invited you to the party. LA is burning and Jesus it is beyond hot. Nooo, actually its Fot, fuckin hot. lol

Since the weather seems to have decided to be rude and make us sweat, I figured it put this little baby together. I know this def isn't an everyday, go to the market, run your errands kind of outfit, but if you're going to the beach, lake, a music festival, or just to feel all kinds of sexy, rock a crop top with a flowing maxi skirt!

 

 

Closet Essential | Heeled Sandals

Hey stylistas! 

I'm so happy to announce that this is the 1st entry to a new section of my blog. If you wana to know what you got to have in your closet, the lastest trends, or the hottest items to add to your wardrobe, check out Closet Essentials =]  

oh what?! booyah! haha

So 1st up is one of my lastest shoe obsessions. You need to snag yourself a pair of ankle strap heel sandal!!! I have been seeing these heels all over the fashion blog-o-sphere, magazines & lookbooks. I am obseesed with these and even copped me a pair of the Combo Zara heels for an upcoming post! look out for it =]

They're clean, fresh and a great pair of heels to have for Spring/Summer. It's not clunky, nor heavy and its just a great way to spruce up a Spring/Summer outfit!  I think what is great about it, is also the versatility of the heels. You can wear it with boyfriend jeans rolled up, shorts  or even a well tailored pair of pants. Pair it with a cute skirt or a dress  and you'll be ready slay that sidewalk. Work it out!

Below I put together some heels for you to check out and where you can buy them.

1. BCBG Palace High Heel Sandal  $175.00

2. Guess Oderan High Heel Sandal   $74.25 **

3.Steve Madden Realov-M Gold Plate Heel Sandal   $99.95

4. Zara Combination High Heel Sandal   $49.90 **

5. Zara Leather Sandal  $79.90 **

6. Mango Fetish sandal  $64.99

7. Cole Haan Minetta High Heel Sandal  $248.00 **

** other colors available

***I do not own the pictures of the shoes, they are from the respective source name above ***

1. Source via BCBG   

2. Source via Guess  

3. Source via  Steve Madden 

4. Source via  Zara  

5. Source via  Zara

6. Source via  Mango 

7. Source via  Nordtrom 

If black is is to severe for you or if you just like color, they have great options! 

You can never go wrong with a nude or pick one with color. By wearing one of these, your outfit will look that much more luxe!

1. Sam Edelman Allie Sandal  $129.95**

2. Rebecca Minkoff Bellina High Heel Sandal   $295.00

3.Steve Madden Marlenee Heel Sandal   $99.95 **

4. Zara Combination High Heel Sandal   $49.90 **

5. Topshop Rees 2 Part Hi Sandal $124.00 **

** other colors available

***I do not own the pictures of the shoes, they are from the respective source name above ***

1. source via Nordstrom.com  

2. source via  RebeccaMinkoff.com  

3. source via  stevemadden.com  

4.  source via Zara.com  

5.  source via us.Topshop.com

I hope you enjoyed my 1st Closet Essential post. =] What do you guys think of these heels? Gotta have or Are you are to cray? sound off and let me know what you think of these heels!

have a great day my stylistas and always

be Dressed to Express =]

-B

Green with LOVE

Hey stylistas! 

I have you heard?............the birds the word! bird bird bird! lol just kidding I hope you get my family guy reference. 

Anyways, I did want to say I am loving color this season. I think its a great way to spruce up your wardrobe with your basics and looks great with any neutral garment pieces! Add a splash of color! don't be scared! 

What I am also loving right now is all the cute Skater Dresses! It is a spring MUST HAVE!!!!!!!! Great silhouette for your everyday or a special occasion. This type of dress is crying out to be in your closet. "Come get me!"

It was so fun shooting and styling my friend in this cute green skater dress I bought; pairing it with neutral accessories and shoes. woot!

Spikingly Beautiful

hey guys! woot 3rd post in a row! hopefully I can keep this momentum going! But I'd like to introduce to you guys my wonderful and gorgeous model friend Krissy. follow her on IG(Krissykills) =]  I had purchased some clothes for the blog and we'd been trying to get a photo sesh happen, but when I would be free, she would be busy or when she's free, I would be busy. blargh! Finally after weeks of waiting, we were able to find a day we could meet up and boom! magic. I love this outfit, and so far my fave post to date!

 I think I need to stop saying that, because it seems like I say that about every post. haha

The Fresh Prince(ss) of LA

"Now this is the story all about how my life got flipped turned upside down." GIRL POWER! Uh-OH, did I do that? WHOA!". If you know what those references are, then you my friend are a 90's baby and we can totally be friends. lol I have to admit, I love being a 90's baby and see that fashion is totally starting to re-image the trends of my childhood into today's style. LOVE IT! So for this post I wanted to showcase something with a 90's feel and fused it with a streetwear sensibility. I def have to thank my friend Camille(love you boo!) for bearing the cold for me. haha She worked it out and was a champion. 

Road to Gold

What what! its a new year! new clothes, fresh style, and more opportunities for dressing to express =] I know I've been a very very bad blogger lately for being M.I.A. and I'm so sorry boo! I would like to give you some fabulous excuse, like I was vacationing for 3 months in Bora Bora with Channing Tatum feeding me chocolate covered strawberries every night, but the super boring reality is, conflicting schedules and just getting caught up in life. I'm just guna go with Bora Bora & Channing Tatum. yes. Channing Tatum.

I dream of bolos

I just can't help but love a good bolo. I mean come on, it's a BOLO! Even the word is fun to say, bolo...bolo. haha and I know it can look pretty ho-key pretty fast, like you just came from seeing bobby ray at the bull riding competition, but like all things, its how you style it and the confidence you radiate while wearing it.

Since its not like you can just get a bolo at your local H&M or Michael Kors,why not create the same effect with a great necklace!

And this can be done with all types of necklaces, just button up your shirt all the way, and just wear the piece under the collar. If you have a bigger collar, you can wear chunkier necklaces. 

BOOM! magic! haha

Denim-holic

Nothing quite like denim to scream Americana to the world. I for one love denim. LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE! did I mention i love denim? Hi my name is brandon and I'm a denim-holic. 

This outfit is a great transitional ensemble from summer to Winter. I predict denim shirts will be a big trend this fall! I hope, haha Even if its not, it's a great piece to have in your wardrobe, to wear on its own or layer with a leather jacket or even a cozy sweater! 

inVEST in style

I swear having no charger is just as worse as no WIFI. gahhhh!  My poor little android has been workin overtime the past week, so im sure its happy it gets some rest. rest my precious!

  I know you can do some serious damage for fashion. honay, I KNOW haha So instead of investing in clothes, invest in your style. Clothes change, trends last as long as i can keep a fish alive, but style is forever. 

cute to BOOT!

Oh my jesus, im so happy I get to show you the shoes miss camille bought.  They're killer! 

click the link below to check them out!!!

  

tribal after my own heart

hello you sexy stylistas and stylistos,

My undying love affair with churros is unwavering and I could not imagine my life without having that sweet cinnamon-y stick of goodness, but....BUT my other mistress of dressing/outfitting people could make me consider otherwise. haha riiiiight lol I WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU CHURROS! p.s. i love you!

On that note, lol since I've left Express, I have way to much time on my hand. WAY TO MUCH. Goin' bonkers! So a few days ago, my adorable friend, camille, let me raid her closet and dress her up! work camille!

 

Some like it Halt(er)

baby it is gettin hawwwwwwt outside.
I swear i just want to make a full body suit out of ice cream sandwiches and wear it the whole day. That would be ammmazzing!
stay cool and get to eat!

Petals to the metal