Fashion and Strong Friendships!

Hey Loves! I'm glad to have you stop by the blog today. After three attempts of my laptop shutting down on me, I sure hope you enjoy this post! I'm back wearing this adorable olive green bomber jacket again. I always reach for it when I head out the house. Its great finding those "trendy" yet practical pieces to incorporate in your wardrobe. I'm also wearing my favorite leather jogger pants. These pants are one of my go to's. For $15, you better get you a pair NOW!! Its nothing like comfy pants (drawstring waist anyone?) you can wear day or night and feel like a fashionista!! I'm also loving my sunglasses. Target always gets me in the accessory aisle. These "cat eye" sunglasses are no exception and I am happy to add them to my collection.

A few weeks back, I wrote a blog post called "Twenty Things You Don't Know About Me" and I spoke on how cautious I am with friendships. I wanted to touch base on this a little bit. I'm 34 years old and I have had a few experiences on failed friendships. One: my best friend that I had known since high school, decided that she no longer wanted to be my friend after I got married in 2009 and I haven't heard from her since. How did that come to be? I have no clue and couldn't tell you! Two: my college friends/roommates and I had a huge falling out, partially over an idiot boyfriend I was dealing with. I saw a side of my "friends" that I didn't like or trust. In looking back, I wish I never met the guy! Maybe if I didn't, I still would've been friends with these ladies. But, in my heart I knew it was a good thing that the "friendships" were no more and I have no regrets.  

Finding friends as a woman is completely different then men. Men can bond easily over sports, Playstation games or any other random topic. For women, it takes an open mind to be willing to connect with another woman.  As I said in my previous post, I didn't make friends until a year after I moved here. Its important to have solid friendships you can count on. Someone you can share things with and be yourself. So today, I want to encourage you to evaluate your friendships! Are you pouring into them more then they are pouring into you? Do you feel in your heart this person has your back, cheers you on and loves you? Do they show signs of envy? Mistrust? Is this friendship only for a season or a lifetime? 

It was in my heart to share with you some of the different types of friendships in my life currently that I love and would not change for the world. 

1) Can call at anytime and talk about absolutely nothing

2) Haven't talked in months or years but can pick up the conversation like nothing changed

3) Text buddies: life is busy and a phone call may take too much effort. But, a text is just as fun too!

4) The friend who cheers you on, share your deepest secrets and is proud to be your friend

5) The friend you have known all your life that you can talk about childhood memories and experiences with from way back when.

I saw this quote on Instagram and boy, did it resonate with me! 

"You don't need a certain number of friends. You just need a number of friends you can be certain of!"

Tell me your experiences with friendships! Do you have the same "types" of friends that I do?

Outfit Details-

H&M Olive Bomber Jacket

(not available online, linked similar)

Old Navy Striped Turtleneck

(old, linked similar)

H&M Leather Jogger Pants ($15!!)

Steve Madden "Slithur" Sandals in "Red"

Zara "Doctor" Satchel

(old, linked cute option!)

Baublebar "X" ring

Gold Link Bracelet

(old, linked similar)

NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in "Cruella"

Target Black "Cateye" Sunglasses

Photography- Angie Garcia Photography

My Five Tips for Print Mixing!

Hello loves! Its Thursday and that means I am a happy camper as the weekend is upon us! When I styled this look, I knew I wanted it to be a little casual, but impactful. Dallas weather this winter has been all over the place, its cold one-minute and warm the next. So I took to layering up! I did a nod to the 90s movie “Clueless,” by wearing a crop top over a flowy blouse. The burgundy cropped turtleneck and handbag adds warmth and depth to the look. Throw in a great pair of distressed, ripped jeans and faux fur pom poms for the cutest details. This is a great outfit because you get a balancing act of using two bold prints: camouflage and leopard together. I'd like to share a few of my own personal tips for print mixing. I always admire the girls that can throw on three different prints and make it work. But, I'm a little conservative when it comes to print mixing. I don't want to look like I got dressed in the dark lol. I still want to look effortless and maintain my sense of style. Don’t let print mixing overwhelm you. I have five tips of how I incorporate print mixing in my wardrobe that works for me!


1. Be open to trying different patterns and prints- Leopard, floral, plaid, polka dots, camouflage, tweed, stripes etc. Write down the prints you currently have and create combinations. This allows you to think a little outside of the box and get the creative juices flowing!

2. There’s levels to this- Determine how bold you are willing to go with print mixing. Personally, I don’t want my prints “competing” with one another. In today’s look, you can see how I wore the camo jacket and the leopard shoes together. But, notice how these two prints are not close to one another. To me, this is an easier approach to mixing prints since they’re not directly next to each other.

3. Wear one bold print and a smaller print – Imagine a floral dress with huge flowers and a leopard coat with gigantic spots. It’s too much!! Try wearing a floral dress with smaller floral print and a leopard coat with bigger spots or vice versa. Tone down the proportions of the print for more impact and wearability.

4. Accessorize- don’t forget, you can incorporate accessories when print mixing too! Honestly, accessories are a great start for a rookie print mixer. Take note of my tortoise shell sunglasses! Its a small touch but another print added to the mix. An easy print to start with is leopard! A leopard bracelet or leopard handbag or shoes can just about work with any other print. Leopard is all the rage right now. Embrace it!

5. Back to step 1, those combinations you wrote down? Yes, its time to try it all on. Allow yourself to visually see how the prints look on your frame and body. Discover what works for you and makes you the most comfortable when mixing prints. You’d be surprised at what you come up with!

Outfit Details

Camo Drawstring Jacket- Old Navy 

(no longer available, linked under $50 version)

Turtleneck Sweater Vest- Forever 21

White Cold Shoulder Blouse- ASOS

Ripped Jegging Ankle Jeans- American Eagle

Leopard Studded Pump- DSW

Burgandy Handbag- JustFab 

(no longer available, linked similar in Red!)

Karen Walker "Number One" 50mm Sunglasses- Nordstrom

X Pave Ring- BaubleBar

Gold Tassel Bracelet- BaubleBar

Michael Kors "Runway" Rose Gold Watch- Nordtrom

Faux Fur Puffs- Sam Moon

Photography- Angie Garcia

Blush Pink and Gray... Why Not?!

You already know I've been in a blush pink sorta mood lately if you seen my previous blog posts (click here and here). It's such a soft, flirty, subdued color that I am totally into. Blush pink paired along with cool gray tones of the moto jeans and fringe booties (worn previously here) offers up serious eye candy! I am really in love with the quilted bag!! It's a great Chanel "look for less" option with a wallet friendly price point. Sadly, its sold out at the moment. But, if you stalk the site, hopefully they'll restock soon. Its such a great piece and I want you to have it!! I'll also post on my Instagram if I notice that its restocked. 

I wish you a great week! This Friday is my 34th birthday! I am thankful to God for allowing me to see another year. I can't wait to share it with friends and my family this upcoming weekend. 

See you Tuesday for my next post!!

Outfit Details-

Coat- Old Navy (no longer available in pink) 

love in cream and this style

Jeans- J Brand (old) similar here and here

Knit Scarf- Forever 21

Handbag- Forever 21 also love this one and this one in black!

Booties- Steve Madden 

also comes in blue, taupe and black!

Photography- Angie Garcia

NYC Street Style: Black and White Of Course!

Merry Christmas Eve!! Today's look is another New York Street Style shot from my weekend stay in New York! It was so hard for me to pack for this trip because I had to consider the weather, outfits for my blog shoot ,as well as what I would wear there day and night. I had to be very smart about what I was packing so that I could wear my blog shoot outfits while I was there. Thats why I love this look so much. It's easy, simple and can go day to night. I wore this to see The Lion King on Broadway (AH-MAZING by the way)! These Tory Burch Over the Knee boots made it so easy for walking the streets of New York while keeping warm and comfy. The poncho cape is an Ann Taylor find from last year and is super warm, which was perfect for night time! If I could share a piece of my wardrobe to my readers it would be the cape for sure! The cross body bag I wore in my last post was so functional and perfect for traveling as well. It's definitely the cutest little bag out there right now.

I wish you all a fabulous and safe Christmas! I wish you and your family all the blessings in the world!!

Outfit Details

Cape- Ann Taylor (old) love this one!

Stripe Turtleneck- Old Navy (old) very similar here

Leather Leggings- Ann Taylor (old) similar and under $40 here

Boots- Tory Burch in black and brown

Crossbody- River Island in berry and tan

Sunnies- Prada

Cord Bracelets- H&M

Watch- Michael Kors

Photo Credit: Lydia Hudgens

THIS IS MY BRUNCH OUTFIT!

Happy Sunday friends!

I love this easy, casual look in today's post! This is my version of a go-to brunch outfit for fall. Ripped jeans, comfy metallic flats, statement handbag and the multi-purpose blazer makes the look! I'm also a girl who loves her logo tees and this Old Navy tee is right up my alley. I think a logo tee definitely adds to any casual outfit. I've linked up some of my favs below that I'm sure you would love! With an outfit like this, you will always look well dressed, stylish and a girl whose ready to eat some yummy brunch. Pancakes, bacon, french toast.... uh-oh, I'm getting hungry! Time for brunch!!

See you Tuesday for my next post!!

Outfit Details: 

Blazer- Zara (old) similar here and here

"Holy Chic" tee- Old Navy (old) in black here

Jeans- American Eagle

Shoes- Forever 21

Handbag- JustFab (old) similar here and here and my fav!

Fringe Bracelet- Baublebar

Necklace- Baublebar

Ring- Sole Society

Watch- Michael Kors

Lipstick- NYX "Spice Cake"

Check out these cute logo tees here, here and here!

Photo Credit: Stephanie Drenka

Fall Jacket and Scarf Match Up!

This time of year is all about layering up for the dropping temperatures. I love wearing a warm jacket and topping off the look with a stylish scarf! I've rounded up a few jacket/scarf combinations that I am sure you will love. I love wearing scarves in the Fall! Especially blanket scarves, they are so cozy. I really feel it adds to any look and there are so many cute options out there that make it fun as well. You really can't go wrong with these jacket and scarf combinations with great boots, chic sunglasses and even a cute hat. Which one is your favorite combo?

1. Pink Moto Jacket- Banana Republic

Black and White Leopard Scarf- Banana Republic

2. Olive Cargo Jacket- H&M

Pink Camo Scarf- Nordstrom's

3. Trench Coat- ASOS

Mint plaid scarf- Nordstrom's

4. Brown Faux Suede Jacket- Zara

Geometric Oversized Scarf- Nordstrom's

5. Faux Leather Biker Jacket- Zara

Plaid Scarf- Old Navy

6. Faux Leather & Cotton Anorak -Nordstrom's

Double Sided Checked Scarf- Zara

Blog Fashion Roundup: Happy 6 Month Blogiversary!!

First Blog Post Ever!
Welcome to My Blog!

My Love for fringe is evident here!
Girly Girl!

One of my FAVORITE images EVER!
Chic in Camo!

When you just feel beautiful!
Lilly Pulitzer for Target Palm Leaf Jumpsuit

When I wanted to twirl and twirl!
In Living Color!

My first, from the heart blog post!
The Little White Dress and Burning the Midnight Oil!

Insanely Gorgeous blog image!
Where are you going in this chic, white jumpsuit?!

My Angelface Camille First Blog appearance!
Fashion and Mommyhood!

Unexpected color combination!
Mint and Red! A color combo that works!

Grateful for every moment!
Can I wear a romper in the fall? Yes darling, you can!

Hey loves! If you can tell by the title of this post, I am celebrating my 6 month blogiversary of my blog, Alwayz Fashionably Late!! I can't believe that I finally started my fashion blog and have been going strong for six months!! It's unreal!! I've rounded up for you my favorite top ten blog posts as a look back from where I got started. Please click on the links and take a look in case you missed it!

 When I first decided to start a blog, I was so fearful. I was nervous about the response I would get from those who know me, people who didn't know me and what people would think of me blogging. I'm a very private person, I have a select group of friends and I don't open up much to those I don't know. As my mother would to say, "keep living and you'll learn!" I never understood what that meant until I got older, but basically I've learned along the way that quality over quantity is key with relationships with others and I prefer it that way. But, starting a blog is opening myself up to others I don't know. How and why would I do this?

Well, I knew how much I really felt inspired by other fashion bloggers because I could relate to them simply based on their style. You almost feel a little connected to bloggers you follow because they are letting you in on a piece of their life. Not everything is picture perfect as it seems, but you feel connected with others over the images they share that simply inspire you. So I thought, why can I not be that individual that inspire others? Maybe its high time I break, just a little, my shell and put myself out there and at least try.

Well, I tell you what, its been an amazing six months of blogging! I've met awesome bloggers, photographers, learned so much about the business of blogging and opened myself up to the possibility of making new friends who understands what this blog life is about. Its not easy! In case you didn't know, it takes a lot of work! But, living in Dallas, I feel like I have an advantage because of so many great local bloggers, organizations and photographers are right here that I have worked and networked with that have made this journey so much easier. 

I would like to thank you, my readers for the encouragement, sharing with friends and just for being you! I am definitely grateful and excited for bigger and better things to come. Of course, I have to thank my hubby for being so understanding and letting me do what makes me happy! Ok, enough of my thank you's! I can't wait to see what the next six months will bring to my blog!

Have a fabulous week!

Photo Credit: Megan Weaver, 103 Studio, Stephanie Drenka

I've linked up a few of the items in the posts above!