tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22509290408834873052013-05-27T07:00:41.572-04:00Alyssa's ClosetPlus-Size Fashion, Styles, and TrendsAlyssa Closetnoreply@blogger.comBlogger57125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-50994000068865318742013-05-27T00:01:00.001-04:002013-05-27T07:00:41.667-04:002013-05-27T07:00:41.667-04:00Trend Alert: Are Gladiator Sandal's Plus-Size Friendly?<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yvb2-PlXppQ/UaLK_sQL8cI/AAAAAAAAAGk/wXRGQ0yLewE/s1600/peru06-min_01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yvb2-PlXppQ/UaLK_sQL8cI/AAAAAAAAAGk/wXRGQ0yLewE/s320/peru06-min_01.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>The gladiator sandal is very trendy this summer. With designers such as Altuzarra, Jimmy Choo, and Tom Ford creating gladiator sandal master pieces it wasn't long before the masses demanded them. However, is the gladiator sandal trend plus-size friendly? I would think that the key to finding the perfect gladiator sandal would be the equivalent to finding a good knee boot in the winter. So I listed a few tips.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3CKzMOGEZlY/UaLLXoNj6ZI/AAAAAAAAAGs/KDaQtJchPy8/s1600/peru05-tan_01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3CKzMOGEZlY/UaLLXoNj6ZI/AAAAAAAAAGs/KDaQtJchPy8/s320/peru05-tan_01.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Tips.</div><div><br /></div><div>1. Find a sandal that has adjustable straps to accommodate your legs and calves.</div><div><br /></div><div>2. 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Buckle or zip the straps first then slide the shoe up your leg.</div><div><br /></div><div>Below are a few online stores in which you can purchase these trendy sandals:</div><div><br /></div><div>www.urbanog.com</div><div><br /></div><div>www.amiclubwear.com</div><div><br /></div><div>www.nastygal.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> What do you thing about the trend hot or not???</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div></div>Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-64791878289789299302013-05-27T00:01:00.000-04:002013-05-27T07:00:41.634-04:002013-05-27T07:00:41.634-04:00Trend Alert: Should Plus-Size Fashionista's be Afraid of Prints?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CYt_VUwVrr8/UaLR1U0NSQI/AAAAAAAAAHI/vvYsXPLnmg0/s1600/Julissa-Bermudezs-Empire-Girls-Screening-Altuzarra-Finch-Tropical-Print-Cotton-Blend-Blazer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CYt_VUwVrr8/UaLR1U0NSQI/AAAAAAAAAHI/vvYsXPLnmg0/s200/Julissa-Bermudezs-Empire-Girls-Screening-Altuzarra-Finch-Tropical-Print-Cotton-Blend-Blazer.jpg" width="163" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />For as long as I can remember I have loved eye-catching trendy fashion. I live by the motto don't be afraid to color outside of the line. I honestly believe that fashion is a self expression and it's similar to art. With that said I do believe that any woman can rock prints and this season is full of live and vibrant prints. Again I mention Altuzarra because I'm loving his new collection. 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I personally do 95% of my shopping for clothing online. There are quite a few of you who e-mail me and ask me about sizing, delivery times and etc. So I figured I would would compile a list of my favorite online stores and the sizing.<br /><br />1. Newlook.com<br /><br />I have been obsessed with this store as of lately. I love the variety of plus-size clothing, they provide chic and trendy items with great quality at a affordable price. The sizing is true to size however, this is a UK store so please look at the UK sizing for it is different from US sizing. I shop under the plus-size link and the normal link but I filter the results to my size. Newlook's normal clothing goes to a size 16/18 and then the provide a plus-size section as well. The delivery timeframe is about 5-8 business days. Not bad at all = )<br /><br />2. Asos.com<br /><br />Asos is another UK online store but they also have a US website. This is where I find all of my sexy bodycon skirts and dresses. Asos has a Curve line that caters strictly to the curvier girls. They have free shipping!!!!! Which I absolutely love and free returns. I have noticed that with their bodycon skirts and dresses they definitely run big for I can fit a 14 in their bodycon skirts and dresses but I am a true size 18. So when ordering always pay attention to the type of material the item is made out of.<br /><br />3. Forever21.com<br /><br />Forever21 by far is very affordable and trendy. However their items sell out very fast so if you see something go ahead and get it because it may not be available for long. I find their sizing true to size delivery is average and they have physical stores in the US so you can go inside the store to try their items on (not all stores carry plus-size). Also Forever21 will send new items to the stores before they sell them on the website so if you local Forever21 carries plus-size you will have a heads up before most people.<br /><br />3. Plussizefix.com<br /><br />I recently ordered my anniversary dress from this website and the sizing is true to size with standard delivery. I find myself going back to this website when I want something sexy!!!!<br /><br />4. DorothyPerkins.com<br />DorothyPerkins reminds me of Ann Taylor or the Loft. They provide more conservative pieces which would be great for work, church or business.<br /><br />5. Torrid.com<br /><br />6. Debshop.com<br /><br />7. Wetseal.com<br /><br />Wetseal now has a juniors plus line. I have found some pieces here mostly leggings.<br /><br />8. Oldnavy.com<br /><br />9. Ashleystewart.com<br /><br />10. LaneBryant.com<br /><br />I recently did a video on Lane Bryant's bra's. I must say hands down they provide some really great quality bras.<br /><br />11. Fashiontofigure.com<br /><br />12. Simplybe.com<br /><br />I recently did a haul video that included Simplybe. The delivery was standard and the sizing was true to size.<br /><br />I hope this list helps you with your plus size shopping and gives you more options. If you know of anymore stores please feel free to contact me below. To find my recent haul videos that includes some of the stores listed please subscribe to my Youtube channel at:<br />https://www.youtube.com/user/alyssaclosetAlyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-55436373333975709632013-05-26T16:02:00.000-04:002013-05-27T07:00:41.726-04:002013-05-27T07:00:41.726-04:00My IntroWelcome to my blog. Blogging was my first love before I went before the cameras and started my Youtube channel, I blogged. So, it is refreshing to come back here and share my love for fashion. If you are new, my name is Alishia and I'm a plus-size fashion blogger on Youtube. My mission is to only inspire women of all backgrounds, sizes, and shapes to exude confidence, while looking their very best. On my channel and blog, I will introduce you to a variety of topics such as: fashion, beauty and make-up, hair, weight loss, and inspiration. 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My husband and I enjoyed a very much needed date night with lunch at McAlisters and a movie. I wanted to wear something fun and flirty as we transition into fall. So I decided to watch my black skater skirt from Asos.com with my sleeveless mustard tank from forever21.com and pair those with my leopard platform pumps from Target.Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-8319834780345727182012-09-15T00:14:00.004-04:002012-09-15T00:14:44.347-04:002012-09-15T00:14:44.347-04:00Haute Ebay Trendy Jewelry I have been obsessed with ebay.com as of lately. With the season transitioning into fall I thought it would be nice to add a few pieces to my jewelry collection. I don't typically spend a lot of money on costume jewelry so ebay.com is heaven sent for me. Now I must state that it does take awhile for my items to be delivered and I do tend to forget what I ordered but it makes if feel like Christmas when I open my mailbox and I have know idea what's in the orange envelope in my mailbox. I decided to add a few pictures below of trendy inexpensive jewelry for my fashionistas on a budget.<br />
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The Plated Bib Choker</div>
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<br />Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-60599499035906505472012-09-09T23:35:00.003-04:002012-09-09T23:35:51.439-04:002012-09-09T23:35:51.439-04:00Plus-Size Online Shopping Shopping online is one of my favorite things to do I love the convenience of shopping online however sometimes finding a variety of plus-size stores can be a bit of a hassle so I decided to list some of my favorite stores to shop at online.<div>
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Today I wanted to rock my bodycon skirt and decided to pair it with my polka dot peplum top from Asos.com as of lately I have been stalking that website I love the trendy and chic selections they provided for plus-size diva's and they are affordable. I purchased my bodycon skirt from Forever 21 and paired it with my three link bib necklace that was purchased from Forever 21 as well. I kept the shoes simple with my nude wedges from Aldo.com you can never go wrong with a pair of nude shoes. Enjoy.<br />
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Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-76100551883315078392012-09-08T00:38:00.002-04:002012-09-08T00:38:45.640-04:002012-09-08T00:38:45.640-04:00How to wear high-low skirts for curvy divasSo I wanted to share a few tips for styling the high-low trend skirt. I purchased my Lauren Conrad mint blue high low skirt from Kohls back in July but was really apprehensive on how to style this skirt. Since I would only be running errands today I decided to dress the skirt down by pairing it with a classic white tank from Old Navy. However, if I wanted to turn it to a night time look I could've simply paired it with a classier sleeveless chiffon top in white or off white. There are so many ways to style the high-low look but being plus-size it may be a little harder to create a waist line. For me the best way to create a more defined waist line is to simply add a belt to bring in the waist. If you are a shorter diva with a shorter I would recommend the skinny belts. For taller amazon's (like me) a oversize belt or skinny belt will do. If you are not afraid to show a bit of skin a cute crop top can shirt or bodysuit can make a high-low skirt fun and flirty. For my OOTD I paired my skirt with the DesertRose Necklace from Jewelmint.com the Hernia nude wedges are from Aldo.com and the hot pink Law handbag from Justfab.com adds the perfect pop of color.<br />
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Skirt- Kohls Lauren Conrad Collection size XL<br />
Shoes-Aldo.com Hernia's<br />
Purse- Justfab.com Law<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I know it has been awhile since I have blogged, but I have promised myself that I would dedicate more time to my blog as well as my vlog. So as of lately I have been stalking Justfab.com although, I have known about this website I never really saw anything that caught my eye. I don't know if they have a new set of buyers at Justfab.com or my taste in style has changed but I've purchased several pieces from the website please view my Justfab Haul video below. If you are interested in signing up for Justfab.com the link is below the video in the description box.</span>Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-64969188205689317892012-06-10T18:22:00.000-04:002012-06-10T18:22:03.920-04:002012-06-10T18:22:03.920-04:00Solange Knowles<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Solange Knowles is known for many things acting, singing, being a dj, and of course being the little sister to Beyonce Knowles. However, the one thing that really sticks out is Solange's sense of style. Do you like Solange's sense of style? Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-49478737146687514012012-06-10T16:46:00.002-04:002012-09-05T21:17:24.883-04:002012-09-05T21:17:24.883-04:00Memorial Day OOTDI really wanted to wear my inspired Jeffery Campbell Booties for Memorial Day. I knew it would be the perfect holiday to pay homage to our troops, veterans and deceased love one's. I didn't want to be too "matchy matchy" so I wore a white tank and paired it with a white vest. I decided to break out my red skinny jeans I purchased from forever 21, these were the first pair of pants that I've purchased from their plus-size collection and I was pleased. My purse is from my boutique <a href="http://www.alyssacloset.com/">www.alyssacloset.com</a> I've had it over a year and decided to keep it for myself. I'm really glad I did because I love it and get so many compliments on it....and of course the shoes were the statement piece drawing your eyes down to my feet. I must say these shoes were very uncomfortable I can only hope the real Jeffery Campbell's aren't. It felt as if I was walking on wood planks....very very uncomfortable. These shoes are still available at <a href="http://www.gojane.com/">www.gojane.com</a> for $37.95 which is about $10.00 less than what I shelled out for them. I also wanted to show you other ways you could style these booties without being so "matchy matchy" after all there are no rules to fashion, fashion is merely an individual expression of art........<br />
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Beyonce and Emily B were spotted wearing Alexander McQueens leggings....who wore it best?Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-89041534604385524342012-05-02T01:59:00.001-04:002012-05-02T01:59:58.924-04:002012-05-02T01:59:58.924-04:00Alexander McQueenThe Alexander Mcqueen is an extraordinary designer who mastered razor sharp tailoring. McQueen's shows "... are known for their emotional power and raw energy, as well as the romantic but determinedly contemporary nature of the collections. Integral to the McQueen culture is the juxtaposition between contrasting elements: fragility and strength, tradition and modernity, fluidity and severity. An openly emotional and even passionate viewpoint is realised with a profound respect and influence for the arts and crafts tradition. Alexander's collections combine an in-depth working knowledge of bespoke British tailoring, the fine workmanship of the French Haute Couture atelier and the impeccable finish of Italian manufacturing." In 2010 McQueen committed suicide however his legacy continues with Sarah Burton as creative director of the McQueen brand.Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-36463618917992608352012-01-04T14:43:00.002-05:002012-01-04T14:43:33.403-05:002012-01-04T14:43:33.403-05:00My Collective Thrift Haul!!!!!<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbvsqN49QXk&list=UU2IohxuO29mVZheUuOSjsxA&index=1&feature=plcp">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbvsqN49QXk&list=UU2IohxuO29mVZheUuOSjsxA&index=1&feature=plcp</a><br />
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</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><strong>This dress was brand new with the tags for $4.99 from J.C.Penny I found it at my local GoodWill in Raleigh. It's from the I <3 Robinson collection. I paired it with a purple belt to accent the waist and some tan high ankle sandals.</strong></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">Last but not least is this sequin steal I found at the Goodwill for $4.99, I have yet to wear this bad boy out yet because I'm waiting for something epic but I can't wait to wear this with some black patent pumps and a simple clutch. I wouldn't do any jewelry with this since the dress is the statement piece and I would wear my hair up in a messy bun....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-sHsBVWBE3t8/TlCKTufMrII/AAAAAAAABB4/_cWXrl5BxvU/s1600/167.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" qaa="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-sHsBVWBE3t8/TlCKTufMrII/AAAAAAAABB4/_cWXrl5BxvU/s320/167.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">So there you have it, thrift store shopping can be fun, you can find some great pieces in these stores.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">Happy Thrifting.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"></div></strong><strong></strong>Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-10071755597718169142011-07-21T18:49:00.004-04:002011-07-21T19:03:14.023-04:002011-07-21T19:03:14.023-04:00Spring Trend 2011: Color Blocking<strong><span style="color: yellow;">Remember how back in the Fresh Prince days when people who wear those loud colors. Well guess what Color Blocking is back.</span> <span style="color: cyan;">What is Color Blocking? Basically it's the ensemble of two or more vibrant blocks of colors. You can most certainly have fun with this look</span></strong><br />
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<strong><span style="color: magenta;"> </span><span style="color: yellow;">Celebrities Color Blocking</span></strong><br />
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</div>Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-28845830572002208872011-07-21T17:49:00.000-04:002011-07-21T17:49:58.229-04:002011-07-21T17:49:58.229-04:00How to wear Harem Pants<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Harem Pants are back from the 90's M.C. Hammer made these pants popluar back in the day but as all fashion its back!!!!. So ladies either love these pants or completely stay away from them. I decided to come up with some pictures of different ways you can rock these pants. I gathered a few tips to assist you dolls when trying to pull this look off.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">1. Accentuate your waist by wearing maybe a belt,a fitted tank, or blazer.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia;">2. Stay away from the "diaper" looking Harem pants these pants should be big but not diaper looking.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia;">3. These pants look better dressed up with heels, the heels help make your legs look longer.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia;">4. Make sure your pants are cropped above your ankle.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;"> Harem Pants on the Runway</span><br />
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</div>Jumpsuits are in ladies I have a few on my site alyssacloset.com and they are perfect for an all white affair because, it's an entire outfit you don't have to worry about finding a top or pants. Keri Hilson wore hers recently to an event and looked stunning she used a gold chain belt to bring it out a little<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XTcHxadEB1I/TeBidwevNhI/AAAAAAAABBU/hZ5EDvABVtQ/s1600/keri-hilson-haze-nightclub.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XTcHxadEB1I/TeBidwevNhI/AAAAAAAABBU/hZ5EDvABVtQ/s320/keri-hilson-haze-nightclub.jpg" t8="true" width="213" /></a><br />
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</div>This little number that Solange has on below is also nice it loose but still elegant it will also camouflage the stomach<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-42v_sye-kzU/TeBjZlN648I/AAAAAAAABBY/uwYRciQRjr0/s1600/Solange-Knowles-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-42v_sye-kzU/TeBjZlN648I/AAAAAAAABBY/uwYRciQRjr0/s320/Solange-Knowles-2.jpg" t8="true" width="213" /></a>Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-89609626160444947562011-05-22T02:34:00.000-04:002011-05-22T02:34:35.768-04:002011-05-22T02:34:35.768-04:00Building a Brand!!There are several women in the industry who inspire me <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">tremendously</span> I love to read <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">success</span> stories on how <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">ordinary</span> people like you and I got started and built an empire, <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethenny</span> Frankel is one <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">success</span> story on how hard work and persistence pays off. I also look up the the Simmons girl's who create the Pastry Line and launched that into a multi-million dollar business. I've have learn that's it's important to think learn term when making business decisions, as I continue to grow in the retail business I often look for inspiration and sometimes reading an article like this inspires you.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.okmagazine.com/2011/04/bethenny-frankel-built-120-million-empire-is-talk-show-next/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethenny</span> Frankel Built $120 Million Empire; Is Talk Show Next? - OK! Magazine - The First for Celebrity News</a>Alyssa Closethttps://plus.google.com/117473488074873783755noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2250929040883487305.post-71620309278369536992011-05-22T02:18:00.001-04:002011-05-22T02:23:04.524-04:002011-05-22T02:23:04.524-04:00Nikki Minaj ABDC outfit... Vintage Denim Trend....<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-14Ju-SEgVuA/TdiokMAJ2BI/AAAAAAAABAs/mblK2pndPtw/s1600/nicki-abdc-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" j8="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-14Ju-SEgVuA/TdiokMAJ2BI/AAAAAAAABAs/mblK2pndPtw/s320/nicki-abdc-2.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rIxMhA7NwaQ/Tdiom9UD_BI/AAAAAAAABAw/iB91dyg2WSQ/s1600/nicki-abdc-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" j8="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rIxMhA7NwaQ/Tdiom9UD_BI/AAAAAAAABAw/iB91dyg2WSQ/s320/nicki-abdc-1.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>I didn't get the chance to see Nikki Minaj on ABDC mainly because I don't really care for the show, however I love love love her outfit. First her vintage denim vest is to die for. I really like the vintage denim look and although some people may think denim is played out. I believe it's all in how you wear it and put it together. I also believe that designers and are forecasting this hot trend. Next the crazy leggings they have a whole lot going on and are funky. Now personally anytime I do leggings I normally wear a tunic, just because I don't wanna showcase too much but in Nikki's case her butt is an ASSest so flaunt. She does some simple but large bangles and finally she tops this outfit off with some yellowish-green peep toe cage platforms. Werk!!! FYI (Please just look over that hot mess to the right I tried hard to find a full shot of Nikki alone but couldn't)<br />
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Now I've ran across a few hot denim items as of lately this first dress will be available at Alyssa's Closet the first week of June it's a basic denim vintage dress. This dress would be a great summer asset to any fashionista's closet it screams chic to me. I would dress it up with some nice long flowly necklaces and a few bangles I would do a simple earring and some killer pumps.. e-mail me to pre-order sizes Small-Large @ <a href="mailto:alishia34@gmail.com">alishia34@gmail.com</a> or <a href="mailto:alyssascloset11@ymail.com">alyssascloset11@ymail.com</a> <br />
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