Black {& White} Roses In My Garden

It's been HOT here in Atlanta so light, breezy clothing is a must. This cotton romper is a great alternative to a dress.  A white paisley print breaks up the black and white sandals lighten the look. Per usual, brass/gold jewellery was my accent of choice.

I hope that you are enjoying the summer (for those in the Tropics, I hope that you're enjoying the rainy season!)

Jumper: Ann Taylor Loft

Shoes: Forever 21

Bag: Dooney & Burke

Earrings:Beauty Supply Store

Bangles:Indian & African

Rings: Baba & Ann Taylor Loft

Photo Credit: Paul Athol

Army Goes Sexy

Recently I made a resolution to dress less conservatively. I've been introducing pieces to my wardrobe that hug my body more closely or reveal a bit more skin. I've long prided myself on my modest dress code. It felt good to know that my mother  & Rastafarian brother would not cringe if they saw me leaving the house. With this said, I began to think that I could amp things up some. It seems possible to celebrate my feminine sensuality while leaving a detail or two to the imagination. It's been fun to experiment with such a balance.This body conscious dress is sultry but the green shade manages to temper the steaminess. I had big plans to wear it with heels but I could not be bothered....went for my current favourite sandals instead.

Dress: Banana Republic

Belt: Thrifted

Sandals : Banana Republic

Earrings: Cultural Accents

Bag: Dooney & Burke, Thrifted

Photo Credit: Jarrod Roberts

The Golden Hour

There  are some pieces that capture one's personal style to a 't'.  For  me those pieces are invariably vintage.  Case in point,  this gold jacket/ tunic/dress. It epitomizes my ideal garment: colourful , non chalantly elegant and unapologetically bohemian. Oh! It also has a pretty paisley print, possibly my favourite print ever!

Tunic/Jacket -Vintage,  Thrifted

Pants - thrifted

Tank top - Target

Bag - Thrifted

Sandals - Banana Republic

Bangles- Some made in India & some made in Atlanta

Earrings - Beauty Supply store